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Languages taught at SSBS are Chinese and English. From grades 1–9, instruction is bilingual in core subjects such as mathematics, science, physics, chemistry, and biology. In grades 10–12, the Chinese curriculum covers language, politics, history and geography, while Sino-US integrated courses and AP electives are offered under the high school program. The school provides language support for non-native English speakers through Foundation Courses that tailor to English-language proficiency and help students adapt to the bilingual environment.
From grades 1 to 9, SSBS teaches the national compulsory curriculum with bilingual instruction in mathematics, science, physics, chemistry, and biology. The school maintains a bilingual learning environment in Chinese and English, supported by Foundation Courses that integrate Chinese and English to help students adapt. In grades 10–12, the high school curriculum follows the Chinese national framework and includes Sino-US integrated courses and AP electives.
Shanghai Starriver Bilingual School (SSBS) is a private bilingual school in Minhang District, Shanghai, established in 2012. It serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 12. In the lower grades (1–9), SSBS delivers the national compulsory education curriculum with bilingual instruction in mathematics, science, physics, chemistry and biology, and offers a range of elective courses to develop student interests. In the upper grades (10–12), the high school program centers on Chinese core courses taught in Chinese, such as Chinese, Politics, History and Geography. It also adds international-style electives, including Sino-US integrated courses and Advanced Placement (AP) courses under the College Board, with more than 30 AP subjects available (including Capstone). The school's guiding philosophy is “global education with the Chinese core,” emphasizing national identity, international perspective, innovation, collaboration and social responsibility.
