Guangzhou Grace Academy

1. Confirm eligibility and basic records. Guangzhou Grace Academy (listed officially as Guangzhou恩慧/Guangzhou Grace Academy) is registered as an "外籍人员子女学校" and states its招生对象 (admissions target) as children of foreign nationals residing in Guangdong—parents should check that their child's passport/visa/residence status meets that requirement before applying. Keep a clear copy of the child's passport, parents' passports and residence/visa documents ready because the school and local authorities normally require them for enrollment verification.

2. Contact the school and request current admissions materials. Start by contacting the school (their official website is listed but some third‑party directories note the school has not verified contact details; if the website is unreachable, ask for the admissions office phone or email and confirm application deadlines, required forms and the latest fee schedule). When you make first contact, ask for an application form, the exact list of required documents (medical/immunization record, passport copies, previous school reports) and whether there are specific submission windows.

3. Complete the application and pay any application/enrolment fees. The school publishes one‑time enrollment fees and annual tuition on public directories (example figures are an enrolment fee around ¥5,000 and annual tuition shown in third‑party listings between about ¥98,000 and ¥118,000 depending on grade); parents should confirm the current amounts and whether the enrolment fee is refundable before paying. Expect to submit the signed application, copies of identity documents, recent school reports or transcripts (if applicable), and any school‑requested health/immunization records.

4. Arrange and attend entry/diagnostic testing and interview. Guangzhou Grace Academy uses diagnostic tests for new students to determine appropriate placement and to identify areas needing support; these tests typically cover English and core academic subjects and may be followed by a short interview with school staff. If English is not your child's first language, ask in advance about ESL support and whether the school provides a language assessment separate from the subject diagnostics. Knowing the format (paper, online or in‑person) and the content of the placement tests ahead of time will help you prepare and schedule travel if testing must be done on campus.

5. Receive offer, review contract and pay tuition deposit. If the school offers a place, you should receive a written acceptance or offer letter with a deadline for confirming enrollment and paying any required deposit or first instalment. Carefully review the enrollment contract for the tuition payment schedule, withdrawal/refund rules, and any additional fees (uniforms, books, transport, meals and extracurriculars), and ask for these policies in writing. Keep proof of payment and the signed contract; international schools in Guangzhou often require these documents when issuing any school‑related permits or confirmations.

6. Complete post‑acceptance administrative steps. After confirmation and payment, the school will typically provide information on uniforms, school start dates, transport (school bus) and orientation; if you need a student visa/supporting letters for government purposes, ask the admissions office what they will provide and what you must handle with local authorities. Also confirm deadlines for immunization records and any parent/guardian notarization or local residency documents that the school requires for enrollment. Finally, schedule the first day logistics (transport, lunches, and any parent orientation) so your child has a smooth start.

7. If you have special circumstances, discuss them early. If your child needs learning‑support services, medical accommodations, or if your family's visa/permit situation is complex, notify admissions before applying so the school can confirm whether they can meet those needs and what documentation will be required. Policies and available services can differ between schools and may change, so get commitments in writing where possible. If anything about the school's published information is unclear (for example, conflicting fee figures), ask the admissions office to confirm the exact terms applicable to your child's year and grade.