Olive Tree International Academy is a IB (PYP) / IB (MYP) / Advanced Placement (AP) / Cambridge A Levels / Chinese National Curriculum school in Hangzhou, China. Founded in 2017. Annual tuition ranges from $16,560 to $24,840 USD.
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Scholarships Available
The '水八仙' scholarship is available for high school students demonstrating academic achievement and good conduct. Awards include either a full tuition waiver or a half-tuition reduction. Process: submit supporting documents → complete scholarship form → sit high-school pre-entry assessment → attend interview if shortlisted. Results notified within three working days of interview. No published scholarship programmes for primary or middle school.
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About
Olive Tree International Academy (杭州橄榄树学校) is a co-educational boarding and day school in Linping District, Hangzhou, founded in 2017, serving students from approximately age 6 to 18 (Grades 1–12). The school blends China's national curriculum with IB (PYP/MYP) at primary and middle levels and offers AP, A-Level, and Hong Kong DSE pathways in senior school. It provides on-campus boarding from Grade 1 and emphasises holistic education through a systematic SEL programme, STEM facilities, performing arts, and approximately 50 extracurricular options.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Combines China's national curriculum with IB programmes (PYP/MYP) in lower years and offers AP and A-Level pathways in senior years; boarding available from Year 1; systematic SEL2.0 cognitive-science-driven programme integrated at primary level; specialist facilities include robotics/STEM labs, a plant-research centre, and astronomy equipment; Hong Kong DSE pathway introduced from 2025; approximately 50 elective/after-school options at middle school level.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| High School | RMB 180,000 |
| Middle School | RMB 150,000 |
| Primary School | RMB 120,000 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 120,000 - 180,000. Application fee: $69.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an application via WeChat QR code or phone. 2) Attend a school visit and comprehensive assessment (open day or one-to-one visit); bring school reports, ID, and work samples. 3) Receive an offer/admission notice if criteria are met. 4) Complete enrolment and registration, submit documents, and pay required fees.
Admissions Details
No formal waitlist system is described on the school's admissions pages. Families should contact the admissions office directly to enquire about availability in specific grades.
Boarding Life
Two on-campus student apartment buildings with 4 students per room, independent bathrooms, life supervisors on duty, and laundry facilities. Boarding is available from Grade 1 onward. Separate boarding fee not published.
Two student apartment buildings on campus, 4 students per room, independent bathroom, life supervisors, laundry facilities. Boarding available from Year 1 onward.
Student Life
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school has an integrated SEL programme using the ABC emotion model and neuroscience activities for emotional awareness and regulation. Staff include faculty with psychology or counselling backgrounds and a 'psychological studio' is referenced for staff support, indicating access to wellbeing expertise.
The school lists a Vice Principal for Moral Education and staff responsible for student affairs as named senior leaders with remit for student welfare. No distinct child-protection or safeguarding policy page is publicly available on the school's website.