Shanghai Hong Qiao International School is a IB (PYP) / IB (MYP) / IB (DP) / American Curriculum school in Shanghai, China. Annual tuition ranges from $23,943 to $35,880 USD.
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Scholarships Available
OpenApply lists scholarships as available, but no public details on eligibility, amounts, or application process are published. Families should contact admissions directly for current scholarship information.
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About
Shanghai Hong Qiao International School (HQIS) is a co-educational international day school located in the Changning/Hongqiao district of Shanghai, serving students from approximately 18 months to 18 years (Nursery through Grade 12). The school delivers an English-medium programme combining the IB Primary Years Programme in early and primary years with an American curriculum and Advanced Placement courses in middle and high school. HQIS also offers EAL and learning support services, project-based learning, and a range of co-curricular activities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
HQIS offers a continuous English-medium K–12 programme combining an emergent early-years approach, the IB Primary Years Programme in primary school, and an American standards-based pathway with Advanced Placement (AP) course options in secondary. The school emphasises project-based learning, enhanced science and mathematics, co-curricular activities, and personalised college and career counselling. It is located in the expat-friendly Gubei/Hongqiao area of Shanghai.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | RMB 210,000 |
| Nursery (full-day) | RMB 173,500 |
| Primary (Years 1-5) | RMB 257,000 |
| Secondary (Years 6-12) | RMB 260,000 |
| Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten | RMB 185,800 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 173,500 - 260,000. Application fee: $276.
Admissions Process
- 1Check eligibility and visa/residency requirements. 2) Submit online application via OpenApply with required documents (passports, birth certificate, immunisation records, school reports). 3) Pay non-refundable application fee of RMB 2,000. 4) Attend admissions assessment and interview (scheduled within five working days of complete application). 5) Receive offer letter and tuition invoice; pay deposit (RMB 15,000 refundable) to secure place. 6) Confirm fees, billing schedule, and enrolment arrangements with admissions. 7) Attend class visit and orientation.
Admissions Details
HQIS operates a waitlist system (noted as 'Waiting List: Yes' on OpenApply). Specific priority rules and typical wait times are not publicly published; families should contact admissions for their child's position and next steps.
School Day
Typical school hours are approximately 08:30 to 15:00 on weekdays; early-years/toddler classes may offer half-day options while older classes attend full days with breaks and lunch provided.
Student Life
Uniform is required; approximate cost is around RMB 1,000 based on public listings.
Lunch is included in published tuition amounts.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
HQIS mentions student societies, service committees and personalised college and career counselling that contribute to student wellbeing. No named whole-school mental health programme or dedicated mental health team is publicly described. At least one third-party listing notes there is no on-site educational psychologist reported.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection in the sources reviewed. Families should request the school's safeguarding policy directly.