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Yew Wah International Education School of Zhejiang Tongxiang

China, Zhengzhou

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees RMB 206,800 - 257,100
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Chinese National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang is an all-through international bilingual school located at 88 He Yue Avenue, Tongxiang, Zhejiang. Established in 2017, the campus serves students aged 2 to 18 (K2–Grade 13) with a programme from Early Childhood to Upper Secondary. The school combines the Chinese National Curriculum in Lower Secondary with Yew Chung Yew Wah's Western education principles, and English and Chinese literacy run across subjects in a bilingual learning environment, with a native English‑speaking teacher in each class. Upper Secondary offers HKDSE, IGCSE, and A Levels, with science and technology, humanities and social science, and creative and performing arts pathways. The HKDSE is a three‑year programme with four core subjects plus electives; Other Learning Experiences complements core and electives. The campus has facilities and 40+ co-curricular activities. Network partners with Pearson for career‑oriented modules, and graduates gain places at universities worldwide, including Imperial College London, LSE, UCL, Warwick and Bath.

88 He Yue Avenue, Gao Qiao Town, Tongxiang, Zhejiang, 314515, China

The Essentials

Yew Wah International Education School of Zhejiang Tongxiang has instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The school is located at 88 He Yue Avenue, Gao Qiao Town, Tongxiang, Zhejiang, 314515, China. The campus is in Tongxiang, the northern part of Zhejiang, and sits in Gao Qiao Town. It offers education to local and expatriate students aged 2 to 18 (K2 - Grade 13).

Stages
Early Childhood; Primary; Secondary

Type
The school is an international bilingual school.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school has a Residence Hall Programme offering boarding for Primary and Secondary students. The programme includes an English Intensive Program with self-study time to consolidate English foundations. The residence facilities are modern, comfortable and safe, with air conditioning, heating and private ensuite bathrooms, plus 24-hour security, a gym and self-study rooms. The Residence Hall fosters bilingual learning and community through a 7-Day Residence Programme and a dormitory student council.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy: uniforms can be purchased after registration. All students are required to wear the school uniform to school. Orders can be placed on the online uniform platform, which operates year-round and delivers to home or school.

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria providing high-quality, healthy meals. Dishes are designed by professional nutritionists to ensure students have a balanced diet.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by Yew Wah International Education Foundation and is part of the Yew Chung-Yew Wah Education Network (YCYW).
Fees

Annual tuition at Yew Wah International Education School of Zhejiang Tongxiang ranges from RMB 206,800 to RMB 257,100 for 2026/27.

Scope and academic year

These fee figures apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.

Application / registration fee

- No separate non‑refundable application or registration fee is specified in the school's published fee schedule for new enrolment.

Tuition fees (per semester and annual totals by year group)

- Year 1 to Year 6: Semester 1 — RMB 122,100; Semester 2 — RMB 84,700; Annual total — RMB 206,800.
- Year 7 to Year 8: Semester 1 — RMB 134,865; Semester 2 — RMB 93,555; Annual total — RMB 228,420.
- Year 9 to Year 12: Semester 1 — RMB 151,798; Semester 2 — RMB 105,302; Annual total — RMB 257,100.

Meal fees (per semester and annual totals)

- Non‑boarding students (Primary to Upper Secondary): Semester 1 — RMB 3,885; Semester 2 — RMB 2,695; Annual total — RMB 6,580. (Meal provision: lunch for non‑boarders.)
- Boarding students (Primary to Upper Secondary): Semester 1 — RMB 10,545; Semester 2 — RMB 7,315; Annual total — RMB 17,860. (Meal provision for boarders: breakfast, lunch, dinner and night snack.)

Boarding fees (per semester and annual total)

- Boarding students (Primary to Upper Secondary): Semester 1 — RMB 22,436; Semester 2 — RMB 15,564; Annual total — RMB 38,000. (Boarding fee covers dormitory activities, bedding and laundry.)

School bus (transport) fees

- School bus service is charged separately only for students who require it. Route‑specific bus fees vary by route and are collected via the School Bus Service application process. School bus fees are refundable on a pro‑rata basis if a withdrawal is made.

Prepaid miscellaneous fees

- A prepayment of miscellaneous fees of RMB 2,000 is collected to cover third‑party activity costs (for example, entrance tickets, transport and other small expenses for outings). Unused balances are settled and refunded to the parent account at the end of the academic year.

Discounts that apply to tuition only

- Early‑payment ("Early Bird") discount: 5% off the tuition portion if the full year payment is received by May 30, 2025 (date of bank receipt).
- Sibling discount: 20% off the tuition portion for the second enrolled child; 50% off the tuition portion for the third and subsequent children. All discounts apply only to the tuition portion.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment options: two choices
- Pay the full year in a single lump sum (to qualify for applicable early‑payment discount if paid by the stated deadline).
- Pay in two instalments (by semester); no discount applies when paying by semester. Semester payment deadlines shown in the published schedule were: Semester 1 due July 31, 2025; Semester 2 due January 29, 2026.
- Late payment charge: 2% per month, compounded monthly, on overdue school fees.

Methods of payment and account details

- Bank remittance (RMB): parents may pay by bank transfer to the school's RMB account; when remitting, include the student's name, student number and grade/class in the transfer notes for reconciliation. Account details published for receiving RMB payments are: Account Name — 桐乡市耀华学校; A/C No — 8000 0545 6000 2101; Bank — 创兴银行有限公司上海分行.
- In‑person card payment: parents may pay in person by card at the Accounts office (debit card and credit card accepted). A bank charge of 0.6% will be incurred and borne by the parent; credit card bank fees in particular are not capped and the school does not recommend credit card payment for this reason.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniforms: A full school uniform is available for purchase after student registration via the school's online uniform platform; parents purchase directly through that platform and may select home or school delivery. Specific uniform prices are set on the uniform platform.
- Incidental/optional charges (examples): co‑curricular activity fees, long‑distance trips or overseas programmes (such as Somerset/World Class trips), excursion costs, examination or university entrance fees, and any voluntary canteen purchases are charged separately and collected as required; such costs are outside the standard tuition/boarding/meal fees and are billed by actual cost or per the specific programme.

Refund and withdrawal policy (summary)

- Withdrawal procedure: a completed, signed and dated Withdrawal Notice or Student Fee Refund Form must be submitted in advance to initiate any refund calculation. For withdrawal from boarding or school bus service, at least one (1) full calendar month's written notice is required. Refunds or release of school records are conditional on completion of withdrawal procedures, return of school property and account clearance.
- Tuition, boarding and school bus refunds: calculated pro‑rata based on the student's remaining actual days on campus.
- Meal fees: any unused meal fee balance will be refunded in full when a student withdraws or graduates; refund amounts are based on the school's meal‑system data.
- Temporary leave: if a parent obtains approval for a temporary leave, fees for the period before the student's return are not refundable; failure to resume on the scheduled date without approved extension will be treated as withdrawal.
- Force majeure: no claim for tuition refund or compensation will be considered for suspension of classes caused by force majeure events beyond the school's control, subject to the applicable terms of the school's refund policy.

Key administrative notes (payment practice)

- Payment reconciliation: always include student identifying information on bank remittances to facilitate matching to the student account. Debit and credit card payments at the school are accepted but incur bank charges. Late payments attract interest at the stated monthly compounded rate.
Academics

Yew Wah International Education School of Zhejiang Tongxiang teaches Chinese National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang follows the Chinese National Curriculum in Lower Secondary and integrates Yew Chung Yew Wah's Western education principles. The school serves mostly Chinese mother tongue students. Regular subjects include English, Chinese, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, and Visual Arts; unique subjects include Science, Character Development, Social Studies, Performing Arts, Life Skills, and Global Perspectives. Upper Secondary offers HKDSE, IGCSE, and A Level programmes, with pathways in Science and Technology, Humanities and Social Science, and Creative and Performing Arts. The HKDSE is a three-year programme with four compulsory core subjects (Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, Citizenship & Social Development) plus two to three electives; Other Learning Experiences complements core and electives. The network partners with Pearson for career-oriented modules, and graduates pursue higher education at top universities worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education at top universities worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Character-building and a holistic approach to education underpin the school's learning. Students are immersed in a bilingual learning environment that supports social and emotional development in both English and Chinese. Cultural Enrichment helps students respect cultural diversity and become globally aware and responsible citizens, and the Seeds of Hope programme reinforces acts of service for the community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All teachers receive intensive training to support students with English as an Additional Language (EAL), and intensive English courses are provided by a team of EAL experts for students who require greater support.

Mental Wellbeing
Student Wellness is a Campus Life service, reflecting the school's commitment to supporting student mental wellbeing and overall wellbeing as part of campus life.

Safeguarding
The school is a Child-Safe School and has Child Protection Policies and Procedures.
Parent Experience

History
YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang was established in 2017. The campus is located in Gao Qiao Town, Tongxiang, Zhejiang. It serves local and expatriate students aged 2 to 18 (K2–Grade 13). The campus features state-of-the-art facilities to support safe and caring learning. It offers an all-through programme from Early Childhood to Upper Secondary.

Community
The Western-Chinese co-leadership model attracts top educators from around the world. Meet Our Team includes leaders such as a Regional Executive Principal, Western Co-Principal, Chinese Co-Principal, and senior staff. The school has a proven record of university placements worldwide, including University of St Andrews, University of Edinburgh, University of Cambridge, London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, Stanford University, New York University, National University of Singapore, and The University of Hong Kong. From early years, students learn in a bilingual environment with a 5:1 student–teacher ratio.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The YCYW Network connects YWIES Tongxiang with a broad network of international schools across 11 regions, including Hong Kong, mainland China and the United States. Cross-school events within the network promote collaboration among schools, teachers and families. Our Parents can engage with these activities through the Our Parents page and related network pages. There is an Internal Transfer Loyalty Programme to support families relocating within the network. The network also offers online learning options through YCYW Online to support cross-site study. The network footprint extends to major cities across the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and the US.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates on a Tongxiang campus at 88 He Yue Avenue, Gao Qiao Town, Tongxiang, Zhejiang, 314515, China. It has state-of-the-art facilities designed to support safe and caring learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers 40+ diverse co-curricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Electives Curriculum for the 2025–2026 academic year includes Entrepreneurship, Fashion, Performing Arts, STEM, and Visual Arts. The electives are designed to ignite self-directed learning and cultivate creative thinking through cross‑grade, project‑based work, culminating in an end‑of‑year showcase such as Oliver Twist. Drone and VEX Robotics Summer Camps provide hands‑on programming and robotics experience as part of the school's enrichment offerings. World Classroom supports integrated learning in mathematics and creativity, English and Chinese literacy, and global cultural awareness.

Arts & Creative
Art & Music is part of Academics. The Electives Curriculum includes Visual Arts and Performing Arts, expanding opportunities for creative practice. Performing Arts courses integrate music theory and cross‑cultural production, with events such as school productions reinforcing creative collaboration. The Electives programme combines arts with other subjects to foster interdisciplinary creativity.

Cultural & Language
The school provides an English Immersion Environment with native English‑speaking Western teachers in each class. Students develop bilingual language skills, with English and Chinese literacy woven into learning. World Classroom broadens global perspectives by enhancing understanding of diverse cultures. These international features are integrated across the curriculum, including collaborations and exchanges within the YWIES network.

Social & Hobbies
Co‑Curricular Activities are offered as part of Campus Life. The First YCYW School Games at YWIES Tongxiang drew over 200 student representatives from 11 campuses competing in football, basketball, volleyball and handball, promoting teamwork and school spirit. The enrichment program includes STEM and sports camps, such as Drone Summer Camp, VEX Robotics Summer Camp and Golf Summer Camp, broadening interests beyond the classroom. These activities cultivate teamwork, leadership and social engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Careers and University Guidance Office provides personal guidance to help students plan their educational and career futures. Counsellors work with students and parents to select courses, identify suitable universities, manage the application process and meet deadlines. Graduates have been accepted to renowned international universities including Imperial College London, the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, the University of Warwick and the University of Bath, with strong alliances to support study abroad. The office also coordinates university visits and maintains resources to assist in making informed choices about higher education and pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Student Wellness Programme uses a Wellness Framework to support physical, emotional and mental health and safety, while also strengthening intercultural awareness. A dedicated Student Support Team—headed by Ms. Charlotte Kay with a School Counselor (Mr. Jimmy Yuan) and a Student Support Teacher (Ms. Nicole Cai)—provides tiered support for wellbeing and learning needs. The school emphasizes wellbeing through ongoing curriculum development, including Life Skills enrichment, Wellbeing Weeks and a range of workshops, plus systematic tracking of students' overall wellbeing. The school maintains Child Protection Policies and safeguarding procedures as part of its commitment to a safe school environment.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English and Chinese literacy. The Early Years curriculum integrates English and Chinese literacy development with an emergent and theme-based approach. The campus serves local and expatriate students aged 2 to 18 (K2 - Grade 13). Language development is supported through English immersion and bilingual education as part of the overall program.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides a bilingual learning environment in Early Childhood. There are two pathways in the Early Years centre: the ECE programme and the IEK thematic approach. An English immersion environment features native English-speaking teachers in each class, enabling language learning through games and stories. The curriculum develops English and Chinese literacy and exposes students to cultural diversity for local and expatriate students aged 2 to 18 (K2 - Grade 13).

Immersion Programs
English Immersion Environment is provided, with native English-speaking teachers in each class and learning designed around themes to help students learn English through play and stories. The Early Years programme covers English and Chinese literacy and knowledge of the world's beauty and cultural diversity within an emergent curriculum. Two pathways exist in the Early Years: the ECE programme and the IEK thematic approach, supporting language development through immersion. The school emphasizes bilingual language development as part of early education.
Reputation

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Eligibility and interview: The school upholds a non-discrimination policy and accepts applications from any qualified student regardless of race, gender, class or economic status, or national background. All applicants must be interviewed together with their parents to ascertain the academic, social and language standards. This enables the school to understand and meet the needs of students.

2. How to apply and required documents: Applications are accepted throughout the year. Apply online or download and complete the Student Application Form and submit to the Admissions Office in person, by mail or fax. The documents required are: 1) Student Application Form; 2) Photocopy of the student's residence card, birth certificate or ID card or passport with a valid visa; 3) Photocopy of the parent's/guardian's residence card, Zhejiang Residence Permit if applicable, ID card or passport with a valid visa; 4) Photocopy of the student's latest school academic reports/records; 5) Two passport-sized photos of the student. The application will be processed after the Admissions Office receives the completed package, and you will be notified of the placement test and interview. For inquiries, call 0573-8896-6605 or email enquiry.tx@ywies.com.
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