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China, Shanghai
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Between the two campuses, there are well over 100 after-school activities and student-led clubs. Options include computer programming, science experiments, Model United Nations, coding, photography, and VEX robotics. Scholarly clubs such as math and poetry are also available, with student-led initiative and mentorship.
Shanghai American School's performing arts program explores music, theatre, and dance, with opportunities to collaborate internationally and join honor societies such as Tri-M and Thespians. The program supports student performances and creative expression across campuses. APAC-style events also provide avenues for choir, dance, band, theatre, and orchestra participation.
Model United Nations is among the clubs, offering opportunities to practice diplomacy and research skills. Cultural immersion activities include traditional Chinese games such as mahjong.
There is a vibrant club scene with over 140 clubs reflecting student interests, including film, origami, manga, photography, and gaming/e-sports. Clubs are student-led and mentored, with leadership oversight by the Student Council. Students can propose and start new clubs to match their passions.
Service clubs organize volunteering and community service initiatives. One example is clubs that bring sports to the children of migrant workers in China.
Clubs are professionally mentored and student-led, offering leadership development and opportunities to build professional skills. The Student Council oversees clubs and supports charter renewals.
Sports are a major component of well-being, with 13 sports offered on each campus. The aquatics program includes two 25-meter pools and cross-divisional participation, with SAS competing in APAC events.
Shanghai American School (SAS) is a non-profit PreK–12 school with two campuses in Shanghai: Pudong (1600 Lingbai Road) and Puxi (258 Jinfeng Road). The school was founded in 1912 and serves children from early childhood through high school. Early years at SAS use a Reggio Emilia–inspired approach; at high school SAS offers both Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma as pathways. The school highlights programs such as robotics alongside sports and performing arts, and provides an optional bus service for families. SAS is led by Head of School James Nelligan. (All facts below are taken from the SAS website.)
