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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction
Morgan Rothschild Academy, established in 2005 in Shanghai, is a bilingual early childhood education program serving approximately 65 students from diverse multicultural backgrounds. The school delivers daily instruction with a 70% English and 30% Chinese language split. Its instructional framework combines the High Scope curriculum model from the United States with a Shanghai Municipal Education Commission-approved curriculum, which was developed by early childhood experts from Harvard and Stanford Universities. Housed on the first and second floors of Building 161 within the Kang Hong Garden complex, the facility includes seven classrooms, floor-heated hallways, child-level restrooms, a spacious ballet room, and two outdoor playgrounds. A key specialized offering is their Virtues Program, which actively focuses on developing positive traits like perseverance, kindness, honesty, and self-discipline alongside essential self-care skills. The academy also hosts a distinctive, seasonal summer program known as “Camp Frolic” to support children's hands-on learning and group socialization.
Morgan Rothschild Academy has 65 pupils, instruction in English, Mandarin.
Location
Located in Shanghai, China, the Morgan Rothschild Academy campus is at 1358 Hu Qing Ping Highway, Building 161 (Kang Hong Garden), Shanghai 201702. It sits in the Kang Hong Garden complex near Hu Qing Ping Highway, providing road access within Shanghai. The program is bilingual with about 70% English and 30% Chinese instruction.
Stages
Morgan Rothschild Academy offers an early childhood program for toddlers through kindergarten. Children are divided by age, beginning with Nursery and progressing to Kindergarten.
Type
The program is a bilingual early childhood program. Details on co-educational status or boarding facilities are not listed.
Additional learning support
No specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are listed on the site.
Country affiliation
No country affiliation is listed.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure
Public information does not list daily start or end times. Admissions pages mention meals and snacks but do not provide a daily timetable.
Bus service
No bus service information is listed.
Fees
Application fees
- No publicly posted, fixed application or non‑refundable registration fee is published by the academy. The school's admissions / tuition pages request direct contact for fee details.
Tuition fees (by year group and billing)
- Third‑party listings for the academy indicate a single monthly tuition range for the early‑years program, with meal service included: - Typical range listed: RMB 12,500 – RMB 16,800 per month (meal included). - An alternative third‑party listing shows RMB 14,800 per month.
- Per‑term or per‑year published fee lines for each class/year group are not available publicly; the available figures are presented as monthly amounts by third‑party directories.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academy does not publish a public, itemized billing schedule or formal payment‑term table (for example: termly deadlines, penalties, early‑payment discounts) on its publicly accessible admissions/tuition pages. Direct billing schedule details (term dates, installment due dates, late‑payment penalties) are not posted.
- Third‑party listings present tuition as a monthly figure, which indicates tuition is commonly discussed on a monthly basis in public listings; however, the school does not publish official monthly vs. termly billing terms in a public fee schedule.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable.
Other costs and items (uniforms, meals, extracurriculars, deposits)
- Meals: Meal service is included in the monthly tuition in the third‑party listings that list the fee range.
- Uniforms: No published uniform price schedule or mandatory uniform fee is available publicly for the academy.
- Deposits, materials fees, activity fees, extracurricular charges and similar miscellaneous charges are not listed publicly by the academy in a published fee schedule.
- Any additional costs (special events, field trips, optional clubs, extra‑support services) are not listed in a publicly available fee schedule and are not presented by the academy in its publicly accessible admissions/tuition pages.
Refund information
- The school does not publish a public refund policy or a publicly available statement of the conditions under which tuition or deposits are refundable. No formal refund schedule (for withdrawal before term start, mid‑term withdrawal, or illness) is posted in the academy's public admissions/tuition content.
Fee payment options
- Accepts local and international payment cards, according to third‑party directory details. Other accepted payment methods (for example, specific bank transfer details, direct debit/standing orders, or cheque) are not published in a public fee schedule.
Academics
Morgan Rothschild Academy teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Chinese National Curriculum for students aged 2 to 6.
Curriculum
Morgan Rothschild Academy is a bilingual early childhood program in Shanghai, with approximately 65 students and instruction split 70% English and 30% Chinese across Nursery through Kindergarten. The curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers uses the High Scope framework, while the Chinese component follows a Shanghai Municipal Education Commission–approved curriculum, and the English program is designed by ECE experts from Harvard and Stanford. The daily routine emphasizes Plan-Do-Review, with 30-45 minutes of guided exploration in various classroom areas, and a focus on social, intellectual, emotional, physical, language, and creative development. Child Observation Records track progress across development domains, and teachers hold bachelor degrees in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Age-group placements are defined as Nursery, Toddler, Preschool, and Kindergarten, aligned to September 2023 (Grade Level Placement 2023-2024), with nursery around age 2 and kindergarten around age 5; Camp Frolic is offered as a summer program.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Morgan Rothschild Academy supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) by embedding social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth into its bilingual Early Childhood curriculum. The program emphasizes self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-discipline, while fostering respect for others, through a balance of structured lessons and free-choice time. Character development and the building of good habits are central, with early years dedicated to learning self-care skills and social skills. The daily learning environment is described as warm, creative and welcoming, aiming to support students' security, curiosity and intellect. The approach is reinforced by High Scope practices, including observations of social and emotional development and a Plan-Do-Review routine.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. Primary teachers have four-year degrees in Early Childhood Education or related fields, and all full-time staff receive ongoing training.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school runs a bilingual program with 30% of instruction in Chinese and 70% in English. The site does not publicly disclose dedicated EAL staff or explicit EAL programs.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through SEL with focus on self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline, and respect for others. High Scope's emphasis on social and emotional development is reflected in the use of Child Observation Records to monitor progress. Parents and carers are kept informed through daily progress reports, monthly newsletters, and parent-teacher conferences, supporting ongoing attention to wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Public safeguarding policies are not publicly disclosed on the site.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Initial contact and brochure. Interested parents should call the director; the director will send a Morgan Rothschild Academy brochure. After receiving and reviewing the brochure, parents should call to set up a visit to MRA. During the visit, interested parents will receive an application and can begin to understand the program and expectations. The process introduces families to the center and outlines the path toward enrollment.
2. Visit and application. During the visit, parents receive the formal application. The application asks how the family heard about MRA and what they are seeking in a childcare center. The director may provide guidance on completing the form and what information to prepare. This step helps the center assess fit and family goals.
3. Reserving a spot. After a tour, confirm with the director that there is an opening in the desired program. To reserve, sign a contract and pay a deposit equal to one month's tuition plus a one-time non-refundable registration fee of RMB 500. A written notice of one month is required to terminate the contract, and the deposit is refundable if cancellation occurs more than 30 days before the scheduled start date. This step secures enrollment and outlines start-date logistics.
4. Waiting list. If no opening is currently available, a waiting list is used. Priority on the waiting list is given first to siblings of currently enrolled children, then to children living in Kang Hong Garden, followed by all other interested children. Within each category, the order is determined by the date of first contact with the center. Families should understand that availability depends on openings and timing.
5. Visitation and orientation. Once a start date is scheduled, the director coordinates a visitation/transition schedule with the family. A parent orientation is arranged to explain routines, language use, daily schedules, and classroom expectations. This period supports a smooth transition for the child and family.
6. Summer program. New applications are accepted if space is available, though openings are rare. The Summer Program “Camp Frolic” is optional and available to children already enrolled at MRA. Families should consider this option if summer enrollment is anticipated, subject to space.
Scholarships
There is no scholarships information described on Morgan Rothschild Academy's site.
Waitlist
Morgan Rothschild Academy maintains a waiting list to fill openings when they arise. The waiting list prioritizes siblings of currently enrolled children, then children living in Kang Hong Garden, followed by all other applicants. Within each category, the order is determined by the date of first contact with the center.
FAQs
What curriculum does Morgan Rothschild Academy follow?
Morgan Rothschild Academy is a bilingual early childhood program in Shanghai, with approximately 65 students and instruction split 70% English and 30% Chinese across Nursery through Kindergarten.
What age range does Morgan Rothschild Academy serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 5.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Morgan Rothschild Academy?
The school has approximately 65 students.
Where is Morgan Rothschild Academy located?
Located in Shanghai, China, the Morgan Rothschild Academy campus is at 1358 Hu Qing Ping Highway, Building 161 (Kang Hong Garden), Shanghai 201702.
When was Morgan Rothschild Academy established?
The school was established in 2005.
Who leads Morgan Rothschild Academy?
The school is led by Mr. Morgan Huang.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.
What languages are used for instruction?
English and Chinese are the languages of instruction. Both languages are integral to the program; no other languages are indicated. Levels of language study (beginner to advanced) are not specified.
How do I apply to Morgan Rothschild Academy?
1. Initial contact and brochure. Interested parents should call the director; the director will send a Morgan Rothschild Academy brochure. After receiving and reviewing the brochure, parents should call to set up a visit to MRA.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Arts are integrated into the curriculum through daily music and movement and art appreciation. The program includes dedicated music and art experiences as part of regular learning.
