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China, Suzhou
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The primary language of instruction is English, with Mandarin taught through three pathways: Mandarin A (Mandarin as native language), Mandarin B (Mandarin as a second language), and Mandarin C (Mandarin as a foreign language). Mandarin A uses Mandarin as the classroom language; Mandarin B involves about 90% Mandarin in classroom instruction; Mandarin C uses the Wo Hui Mandarin approach to support learning. The school provides English language support for non-native speakers, and an English proficiency assessment is administered as part of admissions.
The primary language of instruction is English. In the early years (ages 2 to 7), there is a dual-language approach combining Mandarin and English. The Mandarin programme is streamed and caters to all abilities. An English language assessment is administered for non-native speakers as part of admissions.
Dual language immersion is provided through the DUCKS program in China and Singapore, exposing young learners to English and Mandarin throughout the day. In the classroom, one teacher focuses on English and a second on Mandarin to support language use in authentic contexts. The program aims to help students gain confidence to communicate in both languages.
Dulwich College Suzhou is a co-educational day school for students aged 2–18 that opened in 2007. The College follows an enhanced British curriculum; students in Years 10–11 study the IGCSE programme and Years 12–13 follow the IB Diploma Programme. The school operates a DUCKS early-years provision (ages 2–7), a Junior School (ages 7–11) and a Senior School (ages 11–18). The campus is in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) and the admissions pages describe Suzhou as a city rich in culture and tradition. Key, named programmes on the school website include the SE21/STEAM hubs for project-based STEM, a streamed Mandarin curriculum (Mandarin A/B/C pathways), and an active co-curricular offer that includes music, drama, debating and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. For fee details and a full list of co-curricular options the school directs families to the admissions office and downloadable prospectus on the school site.
