The British School of Guangzhou is a A Levels / IGCSE / UK school in Guangzhou, China. Founded in 2005. It serves 1,450 students for students aged 1–18. Annual tuition ranges from $22,222 to $36,111 USD.
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Scholarships Available
BSG operates a formal Scholarship Programme open to new international applicants in Years 5–12. Scholarships are limited in number, awarded for two years, and may provide a tuition discount of up to 50% depending on assessment performance. Available categories are Academic, STEAM, Performing Arts, and Leadership. Awards are reviewed annually and may be renewed subject to performance. Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application form with supporting evidence (transcripts, portfolios, certificates) to [email protected]. The Scholarship Committee may invite candidates for interview and notifies applicants within two working days of the committee meeting.
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About
The British School of Guangzhou is a coeducational day school located in the Baiyun District of Guangzhou, China, serving students from age 1 to 18. It offers a British curriculum including A Levels and IGCSE with English as the sole language of instruction, enrolling approximately 1,450 pupils.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
BSG is a British-curriculum international day school set on the shore of South Lake (Nanhu) with a single Pre-Nursery–Year 13 campus. As part of Nord Anglia Education, the school highlights collaborations with MIT, The Juilliard School, and UNICEF, and gives students access to Nord Anglia's Global Campus for international projects and STEAM learning. The school offers an average class size of 20, a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, a formal scholarship programme, and comprehensive EAL and SEN support.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | RMB 245,000 |
| Year 2 | RMB 248,000 |
| Year 3 | RMB 257,000 |
| Year 4 | RMB 257,000 |
| Year 5 | RMB 257,000 |
| Year 6 | RMB 257,000 |
| Year 7 | RMB 275,000 |
| Year 8 | RMB 275,000 |
| Year 9 | RMB 275,000 |
| Nursery | RMB 205,000 |
| Year 10 | RMB 292,000 |
| Year 11 | RMB 292,000 |
| Year 12 | RMB 292,000 |
| Year 13 | RMB 292,000 |
| Reception | RMB 220,000 |
| Toddler (Half Day) | RMB 95,000 |
| Pre-nursery (Full Day) | RMB 205,000 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB160,000 - RMB260,000. Application fee: $345.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an online enquiry form, email, or call the school — typically replied to within 24 hours. 2. Attend an on-site visit or virtual discovery meeting. 3. Complete the online application form, upload required documents (passport copy, previous school reports, signed declarations form), and pay the non-refundable RMB 2,500 application fee. 4. Undertake a pre-entry assessment (or submit recent reports and online assessment if overseas); EAL needs are discussed at this stage. 5. Head of School reviews the application and issues an offer, decline, or waitlist notification; accepted families pay the RMB 20,000 enrolment deposit to secure the place.
Admissions Details
BSG uses a waiting list when no immediate spaces are available. Following assessment and review by the Head of School, applicants may be placed on the waitlist and notified accordingly. No public ranking algorithm or estimated wait duration is published; parents are advised to contact admissions directly for current availability information.
School Day
After-school Activities (ASAs) run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, scheduled 14:50–15:50. On ASA days, school bus departures are moved to 16:00. Precise daily start and finish times are not published on the school's public pages.
Student Life
Uniform is required; the annual estimated cost is RMB 3,200, varying by year group and quantity purchased.
Lunchtime is provided and included in fees, served at the same time each day under supervised conditions.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
BSG provides pastoral and guidance programmes delivered as a stand-alone subject and through everyday practice. In-house staff and external specialists offer a full range of support and counselling services. Primary staff monitor wellbeing through class activities and circle-time; Secondary form tutors and a pastoral leadership post provide oversight. Parent support groups and community activities are also available to help families settle.
BSG's Safety First Charter states that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a fundamental priority. Designated Safeguarding Leads are present across campus sites. The charter covers first-aid and nursing provision, key staff being first-aid trained, and routine emergency procedures including fire drills, lockdowns, and risk assessments. A published Safeguarding Policy is available via Parent Essentials.
Student Demographics
School Background
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