ISA Liwan International School is a A-Levels / AP / IB MYP / IB PYP / IGCSE school in Guangzhou, China. Founded in 2022. It serves 1,500 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $27,948 to $30,414 USD.
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Scholarships Available
ISA Liwan offers scholarships across multiple categories: academic, arts, sports, science, environment, public service, entrepreneurship and business. Waivers range from 30% to 100% of annual tuition and can be awarded for up to three years. Academic scholarships are available for Grades 6-12; arts, science and sports scholarships for Grades 1-10; environment, public welfare and entrepreneurship scholarships for Grades 7-10. The programme is open to both incoming and current students.
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ISA Liwan International School is a co-educational day and boarding school located in Liwan District, Guangzhou, China, serving students aged 2 to 18. The school offers a broad international curriculum including IB PYP, IB MYP, IGCSE, A Levels, and AP programmes. Instruction is delivered in both English and Chinese, catering to a student body of approximately 1,500 pupils.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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Dual-language instruction in English and Chinese; broad curriculum spanning IB continuum, IGCSE, A Levels, and AP; offers both day and boarding options in Guangzhou.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1-3 | RMB 258,000 |
| Grade 4-5 | RMB 268,000 |
| Grade 6-8 | RMB 288,000 |
| Grade 9-10 | RMB 298,000 |
| Grade 11-12 | RMB 308,000 |
| Nursery 2 (Age 2) | RMB 208,000 |
| Kindergarten 1 (Age 3) | RMB 208,000 |
| Kindergarten 2 (Age 4) | RMB 238,000 |
| Kindergarten 3 (Age 5) | RMB 238,000 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 204,000 - 222,000. Application fee: $137.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online admission enquiry/application form with supporting materials and intended grade. 2) Admissions Office reviews the file to confirm eligibility and appropriate entry level. 3) Entrance assessment or interview is arranged to place the child at the correct level. 4) Placement confirmation and class allocation issued. 5) Offer Letter and invoice issued if a place is available. 6) Pay invoice by stated deadline to secure the place. 7) Enrolment finalised; confirm boarding, visa or other administrative arrangements.
Boarding Life
Boarding accommodation includes a study area and student lounge on each floor. Two house parents per floor provide guidance and support. A UK-based Head of Boarding oversees the programme. Security measures include curfews and regular roll-calls. Optional boarding charge is approximately RMB 50,000 per year.
ISA Liwan offers an International Boarding Community for students from primary to high school. Boarding facilities include a study area and a student lounge on each floor, with two house parents per floor to guide and support boarders. A UK-based Head of Boarding oversees the programme. Security includes curfews and Wellbeing Center support, with ongoing communication with parents.
Student Life
ISA Liwan has a four-house system. The four houses are 弘毅、博学、求真、至善. The system supports pastoral care, cross-age collaboration, competitions, and student leadership, with house points contributing to a sense of belonging.
The school requires a uniform. Uniforms are made from washable materials for comfort and practicality, suitable for each season, and include formal wear, sportswear, swimwear, ties, and shoes.
The cafeteria serves Chinese, Western, vegetarian, bakery, and pastry meals, along with global cuisine. It can support events such as parties and baking and non-baking lessons.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school operates a Wellbeing/Student Support Centre providing group activities, group and individual counselling, and preventive and intervention services. Boarding staff are required to hold a mental-health education certificate. Psychological experts and teachers provide psychological counselling and wellbeing lectures. An on-campus Health Clinic provides nursing cover and emergency preparedness including CPR/AED training.
The school describes an advanced intelligent campus system with 24-hour security and surveillance. Boarding safeguards include house parents, curfews and regular roll-calls. An on-site Health Clinic provides nursing cover and emergency preparedness. The house system and home-school communication framework form part of student protection. No standalone publicly accessible child-protection policy document was found on the pages reviewed.
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School Background
private