Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Shanghai, China. Founded in 2003. It serves 1,600 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $33,819 to $49,597 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
No active scholarship programme is publicly listed for the Pudong campus. The sister Puxi campus does publish a scholarship programme. Families interested in financial support or merit awards are advised to contact Dulwich Pudong Admissions directly to enquire about any scholarships, bursaries or fee-relief arrangements.
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About
Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong is a private, coeducational day school in Shanghai, China, authorized by the International Baccalaureate since December 2006. The school offers instruction in English and Chinese, with students registered for IB Diploma Programme subjects across sciences, humanities, languages, and arts.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Part of the prestigious Dulwich College International group; offers a blend of British, IGCSE, and IB Diploma curricula; located in the well-established Jinqiao expatriate community of Pudong, Shanghai.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | RMB 338,500 |
| Year 2 | RMB 342,000 |
| Year 3 | RMB 342,000 |
| Year 4 | RMB 342,000 |
| Year 5 | RMB 342,000 |
| Year 6 | RMB 366,250 |
| Year 7 | RMB 366,250 |
| Year 8 | RMB 366,250 |
| Year 9 | RMB 390,500 |
| Year 10 | RMB 390,500 |
| Year 11 | RMB 399,750 |
| Year 12 | RMB 399,750 |
| Nursery 2 | RMB 274,000 |
| Kindergarten 1 | RMB 305,000 |
| Kindergarten 2 | RMB 305,000 |
| Kindergarten 3 | RMB 338,500 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB243,500 - RMB357,100. Application fee: $483.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online enquiry or application form with supporting documents (passport copies, parents' work and residence permits, birth certificate); application fee RMB 3,500 (non-refundable). 2. Eligibility and documentation review by Admissions team against Shanghai Municipal Education Commission requirements. 3. Assessment by year group: Early Years — teacher meeting; Years 1–2 — 20–30 minutes; Years 3–6 — two to three hours; Years 7–13 — three to four hours, including literacy, numeracy and interviews. 4. Formal offer issued; Resource Fee (RMB 15,000, refundable) and Capital Development Fee (RMB 15,000, non-refundable) payable on acceptance. 5. Tuition invoiced separately; annual or termly payment options available (5% surcharge for termly). 6. Onboarding information sent once required fees are received; parents complete medical and enrolment forms and arrange bus or lunch accounts before first day.
Admissions Details
Waiting lists operate for year groups where demand exceeds places. Priority is given to siblings of currently enrolled students, returning Dulwich students, and children transferring from another Dulwich College campus. Early application is advised as availability varies by year and term.
School Day
DUCKS: 08:00–15:00; Junior School: 08:00–15:30; Senior School: 08:15–15:30.
Student Life
Four houses — Maathai (purple), Curie (red), Shackleton (green), and Wing (blue) — providing belonging and leadership opportunities. House Captains, Ambassadors and Prefects lead across DUCKS, Junior School and Senior School. House activities include events such as Got Talent.
All students wear a uniform. Summer uniform is worn from April to November; Winter uniform from November to April. Students in Reception and above are assigned to a House colour. In IB years (Years 12–13), students may select their own clothing within uniform guidelines. Gender-neutral ties were introduced to promote inclusivity. Uniforms are purchased via the College's online uniform shop.
Sodexo provides catering. A set lunch is offered in DUCKS for RMB 33 per day; Junior School lunch is RMB 34; Senior School dishes are priced RMB 35–45. There is a no-nuts policy and meals are labelled for allergens. Bringing lunch from home is allowed.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental health and healthy living are embedded in curriculum content with age-appropriate lessons across all stages. The school runs parent workshops, student leadership roles related to wellbeing, nutritional and food committees, and physical literacy programmes. A Digital Wellbeing focus includes a partnership with National Online Safety and a student Digital Safety Leader programme. Safeguarding policy underpins all mental wellbeing work.
Child-centred approach informed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The school references a Dulwich College International Safeguarding Policy and training programme, safer-recruitment procedures for new staff, regular refresher training, age-appropriate student lessons, and annual safeguarding audits. Downloadable Safeguarding Policy documents (e.g., 2025–26) are available on the school website.
Student Demographics
School Background
private