Hangzhou International School is a IB Diploma / IB MYP / IB PYP school in Hangzhou, China. Founded in 2002. It serves 1,100 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $31,150 to $38,500 USD.
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Scholarships Available
No routine tuition scholarships or need-based financial aid are published. A 5% sibling discount applies to total annual tuition for families enrolling three or more siblings simultaneously. Graduating students have received external university scholarship offers (Class of 2025 received over US$775,000 in external university scholarship offers). Discretionary arrangements may be available — contact admissions directly.
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About
Hangzhou International School is a private, coeducational day school in Hangzhou, China, authorized by the International Baccalaureate since April 2014. The school offers the complete IB continuum, including the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, all delivered in English. As an IB World School, it provides a challenging, high-quality international education pathway for students aged 3 to 19.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- IB World School with full continuum
- WASC accreditation for outstanding instruction
- Only internationally accredited school in Hangzhou
- 100% IB coursework participation in upper school
- Strong university placement to top-50 institutions
- Regional leadership in Model UN and theater
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 6-12 | RMB 275,000 |
| Kindergarten - Grade 5 | RMB 257,500 |
| Early Years and Pre-Kindergarten | RMB 222,500 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB222,500 - RMB275,000 per annum. Application fee: $414.
Admissions Process
- 1Initial enquiry and campus visit via [email protected] or +86 571 8669 0045. 2) Complete online application through OpenApply portal. 3) Pay non-refundable application fee of RMB 3,000. 4) Submit required documentation: passport copy, proof of residency/visa, school transcripts, health/immunisation records. 5) Assessment and placement review including English proficiency testing (NWEA/WIDA) where applicable. 6) Accept offer in writing and pay RMB 20,000 seat guarantee deposit plus one-time RMB 30,000 capital fee. 7) Pay tuition per published schedule (annual or semester). 8) Confirm start date, bus arrangements, device and uniform requirements before first day.
Admissions Details
HIS operates a wait pool when classes are full and no additional sections can be added. Priority is given to children of faculty who cannot attend local schools, children of foreign nationals who cannot attend local schools, and siblings of enrolled students, followed by other considerations such as language profile, English level, intended start date, and grade demographics. Parents in the wait pool should maintain regular contact with Admissions.
School Day
Classroom instruction begins at 08:00 and ends at 15:00 for all grades. Grades 1–12 students should arrive at the Main Campus gate by 07:55. ECE (Early Years through Kindergarten) parents may escort children to the ECE gate between 07:45 and 08:15.
Student Life
Lower School (ECE–Grade 5): light blue HIS polo shirt with navy trousers/shorts/skirt or navy HIS dress; navy fleece or HIS hoodie permitted in cooler weather; laced shoes required. Middle School: tan shorts, trousers, or skirts with a navy blue HIS polo shirt (short or long sleeve); navy fleece or HIS hoodie permitted; laced shoes required. High School (Grades 9–12): tan shorts or trousers, or plaid skirts (girls), with a light blue Oxford cloth button-down shirt with HIS logo; navy fleece, HIS hoodie, or HIS Letterman's Jacket permitted; laced shoes required. One startup uniform set is included in fees for new enrolments.
Daily lunch is included in the published school fees. Students enjoy meals at the HIS cafe on campus.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
HIS operates a Counseling and Wellness Program using the CASEL framework and ISCA student standards. Services include individual counseling, small group sessions, and whole-class/seminar lessons covering transitions, personal health and safety, conflict resolution, and life beyond school. Counselors are qualified to administer psychological evaluation tools. Parent seminars and lectures are also provided.
HIS publishes a Child Protection Guidelines document (updated January 2024) covering child protection beliefs, reporting procedures, safe recruitment, code of conduct, and curriculum responsibilities. A Child Protection Response Team includes all counselors, division administrators, and the school nurse. The Designated Child Protection Officer is Upper School Psychologist Dr Ryan Beddows. Policy aligns with WHO, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and Chinese law.
Student Demographics
School Background
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Forbes China — Best International High School in Hangzhou (Forbes China International School Annual Selection, 2025)ACAMIS Jim Koerchen Award for Innovation (May 2024)RoboHangzhou VEX IQ Collaboration AwardRoboHangzhou VEX IQ Skills Champion Runner-Up