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Below, we have compiled the top 20 American international schools in China according to our users. However, there are another 165 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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Shanghai American School

In a rapidly evolving landscape, Shanghai American School equips students with the skills to navigate change, prioritize learning processes, and embrace innovation.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元278,000
to: 元343,000
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Dalian American International School

As a proud member of the Nord Anglia Education family, DAIS is known for its exceptional academics, delivered by world-class teachers. We'll guide your child to achieve outstanding academic results and create their own pathway to success.
City
Dalian
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元210,000
to: 元260,000

American International School of Guangzhou

American International School of Guangzhou is an independent, non-profit, IB World School that provides an exemplary international education for foreign children from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
City
Guangzhou - Dongguan
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元229,280
to: 元303,900
Reviews
(1 review)

Best 20 American International Schools in China

Out of a total of 55 American International Schools in China (and 185 total International Schools in China)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

Wuhan Yangtze International School

Wuhan Yangtze International School is a fully accredited kindergarten through 12th grade school that provides expatriate children with a Western-style education taught in the English language.
City
Wuhan
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

QSI International School of Shenzhen

QSI believes that everybody can be successful in the right environment; by providing a non-competitive environment paired with a wide variety of elective programs, QSI graduates are highly-educated, well rounded, positive individuals that are poised for success.
City
Shenzhen
Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元140,400
to: 元255,600

AISB-Hope International

AISB-Hope International is a Grade 1 to Grade 12 character-focused school serving children of expatriate families in the Beijing community. It follows American-based curriculum and academic standards. AISB-Hope offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses for its high school students. All classes other than Chinese are taught in English. Curricular programs include STEM, humanities, fine arts, and philosophy. AISB-Hope provides support to students with diverse learning needs as well as tailored support for English language learners. Students participate in ISAC, JISAC, and BASE sports leagues. AISB-Hope International is accredited by ACS WASC and ACSI. It offers SAT, PSAT, AP, MAP, and ACT for its students.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: 元168,000
to: 元276,000

Shanghai Hong Qiao International School

We are an environmentally minded community of learners, dedicated to impacting positive change in Shanghai.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元138,800
to: 元260,000
Reviews
(1 review)

Concordia International School Shanghai

Concordia International School Shanghai empowers students with a comprehensive and rigorous American education. The school thrives on its culturally diverse, international community and is recognized for its dedication to academic excellence, and for its vigorous activity programs in sports, the arts, service and cultural learning. Concordia's vibrant community founded on shared values creates the ideal foundation for the entire family’s success.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元250,000
to: 元330,000
Reviews
(8 reviews)

International School of Beijing

We are an inspiring international community in Beijing, where thinkers and leaders find their place in the world and serve others. So that our learning is at its best, we build strong relationships and set high expectations together. We are committed to challenging and joyful learning with the freedom to explore.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元247,800
to: 元361,800

Shanghai American School

In a rapidly evolving landscape, Shanghai American School equips students with the skills to navigate change, prioritize learning processes, and embrace innovation.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元278,000
to: 元343,000
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Keystone Academy

Keystone Academy is an innovative and unique school in China and the world. It draws from Chinese, American and International learning traditions and weaves them into a powerful bilingual education model. It is truly one-of-its kind in China.
Keystone Academy includes a boarding program, optional in grades seven and eight, and mandatory in grades 9-12.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
IB, American, Chinese
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: 元289,800
to: 元434,200

Optics Valley International School

Optics Valley International School provides a purely native English-speaking learning environment and offers globally recognized mainstream international curriculum with rigorous assessment aligned with global education assessment systems. Students in OVIS will be able to transfer to other overseas curriculum systems in the future without any barriers.
City
Wuhan
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Daystar Academy

Daystar is a bilingual immersion school merging research-based best practices in the classroom with a school culture focused on nurturing and developing the whole child.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
IB, American, Chinese
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元218,000
to: 元269,000

Beijing Aidi School

Beijing Aidi School was founded in 1999. The school is located in the Chaoyang District,Beijing. It provides international education and a multi-channel progression path for high school students. So far, the school has more than 11,000 graduates, and these amazing individuals have gone on to study at over 100 top-quality international universities all around the world.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Shanghai French School

Our school is popular among families from different cultural background seeking a well-rounded education for their children while living abroad. This popularity can be attributed to several features that are the specificities of the French education abroad: its emphasis on plurilingualism, critical thinking, creativity, cultural immersion, and academic rigour. The French education system has a strong commitment to academic excellence, which has earned it a reputation for offering a unique and holistic approach to learning. This is well recognized by top world universities and higher education institutions that fully recognize the value of the French education system and its rigorous final exam, the French Baccalaureate. As an association of parents and non for profit organization, we offer state of the art facilities and learning environment for one of the most affordable curriculum among international schools in Shanghai. We organize montly Open Houses during which families can visit us.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
French, American, European
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese, French
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元125,000
to: 元185,500
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Springboard International Bilingual School

Springboard International Bilingual School is a private, non-profit, co-educational international school from pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American, IB, British
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元150,000
to: 元260,000

Haidian Kaiwen Academy

Haidian Kaiwen Academy is an exciting new international school that boasts a uniquely large sports campus, located in the western Haidian district of Beijing. As an international school teaching all grades and nationalities, Kaiwen Academy is a bilingual (English and Chinese) school implementing a primarily western curriculum whilst mixing the best of east and western cultures. Kaiwen believes that sport enables its students to better cope with the type of high-quality education it provides.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American, Chinese, British
Languages of instruction
English, Chinese
Ages
6 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

QSI International School of Dongguan

QSI International School of Dongguan is part of a network of 37 International Schools located around the world. We follow an American style curriculum and offer a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. We also are a PSAT, SAT, ACT and AP testing site. Curriculum is regularly updated and used in all 37 schools around the world. Our school is Middle States Accredited (MSA), meaning our diplomas are recognized by universities around the world. We hire caring, experienced and certified educators who will go above and beyond to support the holistic success of all of our students.
City
Guangzhou - Dongguan
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Beijing SMIC Private School - English Track

Beijing SMIC Private School is a private school that offers bilingual interaction between students so as to promote cultural diversity as well as to help its students receive a more natural form of language education. To help fulfill the entirety of students' needs, SMIC provides two separate sections of the school: an English track and a Chinese track.
SMIC English Track is a highly academic international school-style division based on US curriculum and standards. Whether students pursue academics, sports, or other extra-curricular activities, the staff and active school community encourage their efforts to aim for excellence, while retaining a sense of honor, community, and joy.
City
Beijing
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

QSI International School of Chengdu

QSI Chengdu is home to over 200 students representing more than 25 nationalities. Its preschool through secondary programs focus on the development of 21st Century Skills such as critical thinking and problem solving, leadership and collaboration, and cultural awareness and digital literacy. Success orientations provide a framework for developing social skills and positive character traits.
City
Chengdu
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

TLC International School

TLC International School is a Nursery through 12th grade, full accredited international school focused on academic, spiritual, emotional and social development of its students.
City
Guangzhou - Dongguan
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: 元118,000
to: 元126,000

American International School of Guangzhou

American International School of Guangzhou is an independent, non-profit, IB World School that provides an exemplary international education for foreign children from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
City
Guangzhou - Dongguan
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元229,280
to: 元303,900
Reviews
(1 review)

Soong Ching Ling School

The history and traditions of Soong Ching Ling School (SCLS) are embedded in the strength and determination of Madame Soong Ching Ling (宋庆龄), the former Honorary President of China. SCLS was founded as a kindergarten in 1991 by the China Welfare Institute (中国福利会), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to carrying out Madame Soong Ching Ling’s educational philosophy of advancing knowledge and promoting learning across cultures.
Built on the motto “Giving children the most valuable things”, SCLSID is committed to excellence in education; it strives to fulfil the unique potential of each student in a supportive and challenging holistic learning environment that prepares him or her for continuing education and an active and responsible role in a multicultural world.
Located on 36 acres of lush green land surrounded by mature trees, beautifully maintained gardens and 3 working canals, SCLS is considered 1 campus with two divisions: Domestic Division (CEEB: 694110) and an International Division (CEEB: 694073). In 2008 the primary schools of each division were established, in 2012 the middle schools of each division were established, and in 2017 the high schools of each division were established.
City
Shanghai - Suzhou
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 元140,000
to: 元200,000
Reviews
(1 review)
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Summary

What are the best American international schools in China?

  1. Wuhan Yangtze International School
  2. QSI International School of Shenzhen
  3. AISB-Hope International
  4. Shanghai Hong Qiao International School
  5. Concordia International School Shanghai
  6. International School of Beijing
  7. Shanghai American School
  8. Keystone Academy
  9. Optics Valley International School
  10. Daystar Academy
  11. Beijing Aidi School
  12. Shanghai French School
  13. Springboard International Bilingual School
  14. Haidian Kaiwen Academy
  15. QSI International School of Dongguan
  16. Beijing SMIC Private School - English Track
  17. QSI International School of Chengdu
  18. TLC International School
  19. American International School of Guangzhou
  20. Soong Ching Ling School

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How Many International Schools are there in China?

There are 185 international schools in China. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in China?
Curriculum International schools
British 90  
IB 78  
Chinese 57  
American 55  
Canadian 13  
Other 31  

Additionally, there are 77 boarding schools in China.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 179  
Chinese 70  
German 6  
French 6  
Japanese 1  

Among these, there are 63 bilingual schools in China.

How Much do International Schools cost in China?

The average price of international schools in China is 元248,842. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price 元80,800
Avg. price 元248,842
Max. price 元463,469
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
元80,500 to 元133,499 6  
元133,500 to 元186,499 20  
元186,500 to 元239,499 19  
元239,500 to 元292,499 32  
元292,500 to 元345,499 21  
元345,500 to 元398,499 9  
元398,500 to 元451,499 0  
元451,500 to 元504,499 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in China?

The average class size of international schools in China is 18.9 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 1  
6 to 10 2  
11 to 15 14  
16 to 20 59  
21 to 25 26  

How big are the schools in China (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in China is 1054 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 400 44  
401 to 800 36  
801 to 1,200 25  
1,201 to 1,600 18  
1,601 to 2,000 7  
2,001 to 2,400 9  
2,401 to 2,800 3  
2,801 to 3,200 4  
3,201 to 3,600 2  
3,601 to 4,000 0  
4,001 to 4,400 0  
4,401 to 4,800 1  
4,801 to 5,200 1  
5,201 to 5,600 0  
5,601 to 6,000 1  

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