QSI International School of Shenzhen is a IB / American / AP school in Shenzhen, China. Founded in 2001. It serves 1,100 students for students aged 2–18.
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QSI International School of Shenzhen is a co-educational day school located in Shekou, Shenzhen, China, serving students aged 2 to 18. The school offers an American-based curriculum alongside the IB Diploma Programme, AP courses, and SAT preparation. With approximately 1,100 students, it provides English-language instruction in an international environment.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
American and IB curriculum combination with AP and SAT preparation; English-language instruction in Shekou, Shenzhen's international district.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten 3 and Grades 1-12 | RMB 226,800 |
| Nursery/Kindergarten (ages 2-4) | RMB 138,300 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 138,300 - 226,800.
Admissions Process
- 1Complete the online application via the parent portal (portal.qsishenzhen.cn). 2) Attend an in-person Admissions appointment with required documents (passports/visas, two years of school records, immunization records, two passport photos per parent and child). 3) Pay the non-refundable application/registration fee of RMB 2,100 at the appointment. 4) Students age 5+ take NWEA MAP tests in Reading, Math, and Language Usage; students age 8+ also complete a written essay. 5) Interview with the Director of Instruction who makes the admission decision. 6) Decision issued within one to two days; if accepted, pay non-refundable tuition deposit of RMB 25,200 within 10 working days. 7) Tuition invoices issued after the child begins school.
Admissions Details
Admissions outcomes may be 'accepted,' 'denied,' or 'waiting list,' communicated by email shortly after the Director of Instruction's interview. The school does not publish detailed rules for how the waiting list is ordered; parents should contact Admissions directly for their child's position and expected timeline.
School Day
Classes generally begin at 8:30 AM. At the Secondary Campus the school follows an alternating block schedule with classes starting at 8:30 AM and ending at about 4:00 PM, with a morning break, an afternoon break and a 45-minute lunch; younger divisions typically finish earlier.
Student Life
The school does not require full daily uniforms; a P.E. uniform is required where applicable.
Lunch is provided by a licensed canteen with an FDA Grade A central kitchen; students may bring lunch from home or participate in the hot lunch program. Meals include two proteins, two side dishes, one carbohydrate, one soup, and fruit or a dessert, with Western and local options; Korean, Chinese and vegetarian boxed lunches are available, and drinking water is provided and tested monthly.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Each campus has a full-time counselor providing social and emotional support, friendship groups, and character education. Secondary counselors also provide college counselling. A Parent Support Group is highlighted as part of student well-being activities. No clinical referral procedures or in-school therapy services are published.
QSI Shenzhen publishes a Safeguarding and Child Protection statement naming child protection as a school priority, implementing school-based safeguarding policies, regular onsite training, and safe recruitment practices. The school educates students and adults on safeguarding and works with international agencies to apply best-practice standards.
Student Demographics
School Background
private