China, Shanghai
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The international primary curriculum follows the English National Curriculum, adapted through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Mandarin is taught in the primary years with native and non-native provision; beginners start learning and progress toward YCT and HSK tests. Enrichment opportunities include native and non-native Mandarin, French, German and Spanish. In Key Stage 3, students study two languages of their choice from Mandarin, Korean, French, German, Spanish and Dutch, and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is available for non-native English speakers.
The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS Puxi) is a Nord Anglia school established in 2004 on a campus in Huacao, Minhang District. The school follows the National Curriculum for England through Primary and Lower Secondary, offers IGCSE in Upper Secondary and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and A levels for 16–18 year olds. BISS Puxi publishes average class sizes by phase (Early Years ~15; Primary and Secondary ~21) and lists over 300 after‑school clubs and activities, plus collaborations with MIT, The Juilliard School and UNICEF. The campus address and admissions contact details are given on the school site; the school also publishes a downloadable 2025/26 fees schedule showing annual tuition (listed in RMB) by year group.