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Canadian Foreign Language School - Cambridgeshire

China, Guangzhou

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees RMB 109,780 - 113,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 5
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Canadian Foreign Language School – Cambridgeshire is a private K–12 campus located in Cambridge Garden, Panyu District, Guangzhou. Established in 2013, it operates as a nine-year IB school offering IB PYP and MYP alongside the Canadian Curriculum. The school serves more than 700 students aged 3 to 18, with roughly 60% of faculty holding master's degrees. Instruction is bilingual, delivered in Chinese and English, with English immersion counting more than 70% of classes and native-speaking teachers supporting language development. The IB-aligned program provides dual pathways for domestic and international study, enabling a seamless progression from the PYP through the MYP. The campus features robotics laboratories and other academic facilities to support cross-disciplinary inquiry, plus sports complexes and courts. Boarding is available for eligible students. A House system supports leadership development through ECAs spanning cultural, athletic, and artistic activities, including violin and keyboard performances, and U-GO university guidance for planning and applications.

Cambridge Garden, Panyu District, Guangzhou, China

The Essentials

Canadian Foreign Language School - Cambridgeshire has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 5, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
Guangzhou, China. Main Campus: Cambridge Garden, Panyu District. The school is Guangzhou Canadian Foreign Language School (Cambridge County Campus) and serves students aged 3 to 18 as a K–12 international school.

Stages
G1 to G9; Primary, Middle, and High.

Type
Private

Country affiliation
Canada

Bus service
The school bus service is available.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding availability is Yes, with on-site boarding options.

House System
The school has a House system to support leadership development and student activities.

Governance and Ownership
The school is private.
Fees

Annual tuition at Canadian Foreign Language School - Cambridgeshire ranges from RMB 109,780 to RMB 113,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (per student, per semester)
- Primary (elementary) tuition: CNY 54,890 per student per semester.
- Junior high (middle) tuition: CNY 56,500 per student per semester.

Boarding fees (per student, per semester)
- Boarding fee (primary and junior high): CNY 4,000 per student per semester.

Other recurring costs (per semester unless noted)
- School meals / lunch:
- Primary: CNY 3,000 per semester (lunch program).
- Junior high: day student lunch CNY 3,500 per semester; boarding student meal CNY 3,000 per semester.
- School uniform: approximately CNY 1,800 per set.
- School bus / transportation, textbooks, bedding/bed linen for boarders, extracurricular activity fees and other service charges are charged separately as service or agency fees; amounts vary and are published by the school as separate items.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and accommodation charges are stated on a per‑semester basis and apply per student per semester. The currently approved semester rates take effect from the 2025 autumn semester and are in force for the trial period specified by the local approval.
- Service/agency charges (meals, bus, uniforms, etc.) are collected in addition to the semester tuition and are handled as separate line items when the school issues fee notices. Local rules require these items to be published in admissions materials and fee notices.

Application / registration fees
- No specific non‑refundable application or registration fee amount is published in the available official fee approval or commonly circulated admissions summaries for the school.

Refund information
- Refunds and withdrawal handling follow Guangdong/Guangzhou rules for private compulsory‑education schools; schools are required to publish a collection and refund procedure and to follow municipal/provincial rules (for example, full refunds in cases where the school's unlawful advertising or breaches cause withdrawal, and other refund conditions governed by local regulation). Specific refund timing, amounts withheld (if any) and administrative procedures are set out in the school's own admission/fee notices in line with those regulations.

Fee payment options (commonly accepted methods in Guangzhou schools)
- Common payment channels used by Guangzhou K–12 schools include bank transfer to a designated school account, on‑site payment at the finance office (cash or card where accepted), and mobile payments such as WeChat Pay or Alipay via the school's payment portal or official account. The school issues formal fee notices showing the accepted channels and account details for each billing cycle.

Other notes for database entry
- The tuition and boarding figures above are stated as amounts per student per semester and are effective under the local fee‑approval decision that began with the 2025 autumn semester (the approval specifies a trial period for those standards).
- Specific line‑item amounts for items such as school bus routes/fees, textbook charges, admission deposits, one‑off registration fees, or precise payment deadlines are not published in the fee‑approval notice; separate admissions materials and school fee notices list those items and their exact amounts where applicable. The available admissions summaries list meal, uniform and boarding amounts as shown above.
Academics

Canadian Foreign Language School - Cambridgeshire teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
IB Curriculum; IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP); Language of Instruction: Chinese and English.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:5 teacher-student ratio; small class sizes.

Exam Results
Class of 2025 achieved 100% acceptance into top 100 global universities, including the University of Toronto, University of Washington, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Imperial College London, and the University of Melbourne. Some graduates received scholarships from leading universities. Curriculum alignment includes CIS Alberta Curriculum and IB PYP; University & College Guidance (U-GO) supports university applications.

Higher Education Progression
University & College Guidance (U-GO) program assists with academic planning, standardized test preparation, and university applications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Holistic development is emphasized, with leadership training through a House system and a broad range of extracurricular activities. Values include respect for diversity, intellectual curiosity, integrity, and holistic development. The school pursues cross-disciplinary inquiry within a bilingual, inquiry-based curriculum, emphasizing cross-cultural competence. It aims to cultivate multilingual proficiency in Chinese, English, and additional languages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-medium instruction accounts for over 70% of classes, supported by native-speaking teachers and English-language ECAs. The program uses a bilingual teaching model with Chinese and foreign faculty. A key objective is multilingual proficiency in Chinese, English, and additional languages. Language of instruction includes both Chinese and English.
Parent Experience

History
Canadian Foreign Language School–Cambridgeshire was founded in 2013. It is a nine-year IB school in Guangzhou's Panyu District (Cambridge Garden). It is an IB PYP World School and a MYP candidate, offering dual-track domestic and international programmes to 700+ students with about 60% master's-level faculty. The language of instruction is Chinese and English.

Community
The school uses a bilingual, inquiry-based curriculum that integrates IB frameworks with Chinese traditions to cultivate multilingual proficiency and cross-cultural competence. Over 70% of instruction is in English, with support from native-speaking teachers and specialized ECA programs. Leadership development is encouraged through a House system and collaboration across projects, with a focus on cross-disciplinary inquiry and holistic development. The school offers University & College Guidance (U-GO) programs to assist students with academic planning and university applications.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a state-of-the-art campus with robotics laboratories, sports complexes, and boarding options. Robotics laboratories support the technology and STEM curriculum. Sports complexes enable a range of physical education and team sports on campus. Boarding options are available for eligible students.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor basketball courts are available for team play and physical education. Indoor basketball courts provide space for practice and competitions. A sports field supports outdoor athletics and field activities. Volleyball facilities and equipment are available to students.

Academic Facilities
Robotics laboratories support hands-on STEM learning. Over 70% of instruction is conducted in English, with native-speaking teachers supporting English immersion. The IB-aligned curriculum offers dual pathways for domestic and international study. Boarding options are available on campus. Facilities are designed to support cross-disciplinary inquiry and advanced technology use.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Leadership development is fostered through a House system. The school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities (ECA programs) to complement academics. Clubs and activities span cultural, athletic, and artistic domains. Participation in diverse activities supports student growth and engagement. The ECA offerings support holistic development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the International Baccalaureate program, including IB PYP and MYP components. Language of instruction is Chinese and English, with English immersion consisting of over 70% of instruction. It employs a bilingual, inquiry-based curriculum that integrates IB frameworks with Chinese traditions. Facilities include robotics labs to support STEM activities.

Arts & Creative
Arts and performing opportunities include on-stage performances, such as violin and keyboard performances. The school supports a diverse range of extracurricular activities with an arts emphasis. Creatives talents are showcased through student performances on stage.

Cultural & Language
Language of instruction is Chinese and English. The school strives to cultivate multilingual proficiency in Chinese, English, and additional languages. English immersion accounts for over 70% of instruction. The mission emphasizes cross-cultural competence and a global perspective.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a range of diverse extracurricular activities. Students participate in sports, performing arts, and other hobby groups as part of holistic development. Facilities include sports complexes that support physical activity.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is developed through collaborative projects and a House system. University and College Guidance (U-GO) programs assist students with academic planning, standardized test preparation, and university applications. Key objectives include providing dual academic pathways (domestic and international) and developing multilingual proficiency. The bilingual, inquiry-based curriculum fosters cross-cultural competence and leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities include a state-of-the-art campus with robotics labs, sports complexes, and boarding options. Sports facilities and spaces for outdoor activities support physical well-being. Boarding options are available for students.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages of instruction are Chinese and English. Extra languages are offered. Chinese language support is provided. The program aims to cultivate multilingual proficiency in Chinese, English, and additional languages.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has bilingual teaching (Chinese + foreign faculty).

Immersion Programs
English immersion is available; over 70% of instruction is in English, supported by native-speaking teachers and specialized ECA programs.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
IB Curriculum; IB PYP World School; MYP certificate candidate
Admissions

Scholarships
The school does not offer scholarships.
School Events
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