China, Shanghai
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Located in Pudong New District at 2888 Junmin Road, the school sits in a suburban area of east Shanghai (postcode 201315) with easy taxi access and a downloadable taxi card to help drivers find the campus. It is about 20–30 minutes from central Pudong areas such as Jinqiao and Lujiazui, and serves families from nearby neighbourhoods including Kangqiao; the school publishes directions and contact details for visitors.
NAIS Pudong is divided into Early Years (ages 2–5), Primary (ages 5–11), Lower Secondary (ages 11–14), IGCSE (ages 14–16) and IB Diploma (ages 16–18). Admissions and curriculum pages list these phases and the associated programmes.
The school is a co‑educational day school for ages 2–18; NAIS Pudong does not offer boarding. It follows an international/British school model and operates as a private international school.
The school provides EAL (English as an Additional Language) classes and a dedicated Learning Support Coordinator who oversees additional learning needs; individual cases may lead to an Individual Education Plan (IEP). Additional or specialist SEN support is considered case‑by‑case and any extra provision and costs depend on the student's needs—families are asked to discuss requirements with Admissions.
NAIS Pudong is a British international school by heritage and curriculum (English National Curriculum, IGCSE and IB Diploma) but it is an independent international school rather than formally affiliated to a national government.
The school does not have a religious affiliation; it welcomes families of all nationalities and backgrounds.
Gates open at 08:00 with supervised play; registration is typically between 08:15–08:30 and lessons usually start around 08:40. The taught day normally finishes at about 15:15; the school runs compulsory after‑school activities (ASAs) on Monday–Wednesday (buses depart ~16:15) and optional ASAs on Thursday–Friday (bus departures at ~15:15 and 16:15).
The school operates a dedicated fleet of school buses serving families across Shanghai; each bus is supervised by a bilingual monitor (a school teaching assistant) and buses are fitted with seat belts which students are required to wear. Routes are adjusted annually to meet community demand and the service is optional (there is a published school‑bus fee). Admissions can provide current routes and pick‑up information for your address.
Tuition (per term and annual)
- Pre‑Nursery / Nursery / Reception: Term 1 RMB 112,000; Term 2 RMB 84,000; Term 3 RMB 84,000; Annual fee RMB 271,600.
- Years 1–6: Term 1 RMB 131,600; Term 2 RMB 98,700; Term 3 RMB 98,700; Annual fee RMB 319,130.
- Years 7–9: Term 1 RMB 146,000; Term 2 RMB 109,500; Term 3 RMB 109,500; Annual fee RMB 354,050.
- Years 10–11 (IGCSE): Term 1 RMB 156,000; Term 2 RMB 117,000; Term 3 RMB 117,000; Annual fee RMB 378,300.
- Years 12–13 (IB): Term 1 RMB 158,800; Term 2 RMB 119,100; Term 3 RMB 119,100; Annual fee RMB 385,090.
One‑off and refundable fees
- Application fee: non‑refundable RMB 3,500 (payable on submission of application).
- Enrolment fee: non‑refundable RMB 4,000 (payable on acceptance of an offer).
- Resourcing fee: RMB 16,000. This resourcing fee is refundable if the student leaves provided all accounts are settled, school property is returned without damage, and six weeks' written notice (holidays excluded) is given.
Transport, uniform and other recurring costs
- School bus (optional): Term 1 RMB 9,650; Term 2 RMB 7,350; Term 3 RMB 5,150; Annual RMB 22,150.
- Uniform: required for Pre‑Nursery to Year 11; separate PE kit. Items available from the school uniform shop or online.
- Annual residential trip fees (compulsory): Years 4–5 RMB 5,000; Years 6–12 RMB 8,100. No refunds are given for absence from trips.
- School lunch: payable directly to the lunch provider and loaded onto a lunch card; menu is à la carte with prices typically from around RMB 25–26 up to RMB 48–49 depending on choice.
- SEN support: additional costs depend on individual need and are charged separately.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are presented on a three‑term structure (Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3) with the annual fee shown alongside term amounts. An Early Bird discount of 3% applies when annual tuition is paid in advance.
- Application and enrolment fees are explicitly non‑refundable; the resourcing fee has specific refund conditions (see above). Residential trip charges are compulsory and non‑refundable for absences.
Boarding
- NAIS Pudong is a day school; boarding is not offered.
Fee payment options
- Public fee documentation does not list accepted payment methods. For the available payment channels, invoicing, and payment deadlines, contact the school's Admissions office at admissions@naispudong.com or +86 (0)21 5812 7455.
Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong (NAIS Pudong) opened in 2002 and is located in the Pudong New District of Shanghai. The school follows the English National Curriculum through Early Years and Primary, offers IGCSE at Years 10–11 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 12–13; age range is 2–18. Campus facilities include an MIT Maker Space, indoor swimming pool, two sports halls and both grass and artificial-turf football pitches — the site notes it has one of the few natural grass football pitches in Pudong. NAIS Pudong lists over 140 co-curricular activities and partnerships with organisations such as The Juilliard School, MIT and UNICEF; the school also highlights its Model United Nations and Social Impact Programme. For families relocating from overseas, key practical details (address, tuition by year group, transport options) are published on the school website and the Admissions team is listed for enquiries.