Some are native English speakers; some are bilingual teachers.

No, we currently do not offer ESL courses. Applicants must pass an admissions assessment and demonstrate a required level of English proficiency before enrollment.

Chinese, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, and Latin.

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Our school integrates technology seamlessly into daily instruction in various innovative ways.
First, we have rich digital resources and hardware, including smart blackboards, recording studios, an e-library, visual teaching tools, and a glasses-free 3D resource library, which make learning more interactive and immersive.
Second, we feature fully equipped science facilities—over a hundred bio-based and engineering labs, such as Fab-labs and maker spaces—where students can engage in hands-on projects and creative problem-solving.
Moreover, as a Shanghai AI education experimental school, we are a pioneer in AI education. With the rise of AI, teachers confidently utilize subject-specific software, custom-built teaching platforms, and AI tools to personalize learning, support data-driven instruction, and address complex learning objectives.
In short, technology in our school enhances both teaching and learning, from virtual resources to real-world labs and artificial intelligence, ultimately boosting both engagement and comprehension.

Yes. While we prioritize in-person learning, our school is fully prepared to deploy virtual classroom technologies should the need arise. During the pandemic, we rapidly mastered platforms such as Tencent Meeting, developed and refined an effective online teaching model, and successfully sustained instruction for months—without compromising academic quality or external IB/AP exam results. As technology continues to evolve, we remain well-positioned to transition seamlessly to virtual learning whenever necessary.

No

IB Diploma, AP, and A levels.

IB Diploma:
All 76 candidates successfully earned the IB diploma, with 77% receiving the prestigious bilingual diploma. (Global AVG for bilingual diplomas: 27.3%) Over 60% of the students completed both IBA Language and Literature courses in English and Chinese.
More than 80% of SHSID IBDP students scored above 40 out of a maximum of 45 points, far surpassing the global average of 9.3%. Notably, two students achieved a perfect score of 45. The IB total average once again exceeded 41 points. Notably, SHSID has sustained this achievement for 15 consecutive years since 2011.
41% of IBDP candidates achieved a full score (3 points) in the core courses. (Global: 11.7%)
AP Courses (Grades 10–12)
Following the shift to digital exams, SHSID successfully conducted large-scale online testing with a 100% completion rate. In May 2025, 403 students from Grades 10 to 12 took a total of 1,138 AP exams at the SHSID test center.
AP courses offered at SHSID include AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP World History, as well as AP Music, Art, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and more, with an outstanding overall average score of 4.8 out of 5.

Yes.

Elementary School: Approx. 1.5 hours/day
Middle School: 1.5 - 2 hours/day
High School: Varies depending on the specific academic program/course load and individual study habits.

100%. Each year, about 55% to 65% of students choose to apply mainly to schools in the United States, while the rest apply to their home countries or other places they are interested in. The Class of 2025 has 207 graduates from 19 countries and regions, including the U.S., Canada, Australia, South Korea, and Hong Kong China, Macau China, and Taiwan China. In May, two graduates from the Class of 2024 received transfer admission offers from top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, Duke, and Columbia. After that, several students from the Class of 2025 have also started receiving final admission offers from highly ranked U.S. universities, ranging from top 10 to top 50 schools.
As of early August, most graduates’ plans are clear: 125 students, about 60% of the Class of 2025, will study in the U.S., 16 in the UK, 10 in Canada, and 23 in China Hong Kong. Others will continue their studies in the Chinese Mainland (including Peking University and Tsinghua University), Australia (University of Melbourne), Italy (Bocconi University), the Netherlands (Leiden University), Japan (Keio University and Sophia University), South Korea (Korea University and Yonsei University), and Singapore (Nanyang Technological University). The Class of 2025 will join a strong global SHSID alumni network that supports lifelong connections and opportunities.

Yes, our school has a dedicated Learning Support Team consisting of homeroom teachers, grade heads, subject heads, counselors, and academic coordinators. We also offer a pilot programme designed for students who have not yet fully met the recommended subject prerequisites but wish to challenge themselves with higher-level courses.

Our learning support system addresses different levels of student needs. For all students, we offer differentiated instruction, flexible grouping, varied assessments, and positive behavior support. For those who need extra help, we provide small-group instruction and foundational skills support. For students with formal documentation, we develop individualized education plans.

We provide enrichment and extension opportunities for gifted and talented students, including advanced coursework, independent research projects, mentorship programs, flexible scheduling, and flexible grouping. These allow students to pursue deeper learning and challenge themselves beyond the standard curriculum.

We deeply understand the importance of mental health for children's growth. Yes, students have access to a professional educational psychologist and can schedule one-to-one appointments in a confidential space to discuss academic, social, emotional, or personal concerns.
Our school is also equipped with licensed professional psychiatrists who have prescribing rights and certified mental health teachers. To support our school community, our psychologist provides mental health education resources for homeroom teachers and offers optional courses and clubs.
Additionally, we actively collaborate with external experts and organizations, regularly conducting workshops for students, teachers, and parents to promote well-being and social-emotional development. When a child requires more in-depth educational psychological assessment or intervention, we also help connect them with reliable external resources.

Yes.

The evaluation includes Chinese, English, and Mathematics (both written and oral). Applicants for Grade 10 and above will also need to take written and oral exams
in Physics and Chemistry. The physics and chemistry assessments conducted during the admission process are used solely to evaluate students' current academic proficiency and will not serve as a primary criterion for admission. Upon admission to our high school, students shall select a required number of experimental science courses to fulfill credit requirements.

Yes.

New Grade 1 (Fall): March
Transfer Students (Fall): June
Transfer Students (Spring): October

No.

8:15 AM

3:50 PM (Monday - Thursday) / 2:10 PM (Friday)

No.

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

No.

100+ clubs including Arts, Music, Drama, PE, Science clubs.

Tennis, swimming, basketball, football, badminton, table tennis, volleyball, baseball, Taekwondo, Karate, Kendo, Darts, Laser shooting, Golf, Curling, etc.

Yes. SHSID aims to provide an international, diverse, and personalized curriculum platform for developing students' athletic abilities, healthy behaviors, and sportsmanship. Currently, the school's sports curriculum and athletic teams include over 20 sports and 39 teams, such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, tennis, baseball and softball, track and field, swimming, darts, fencing, taekwondo, karate, gymnastics, cheerleading, squash, laser shooting, figure skating, golf, orienteering, curling, sports games, and mixed fitness. The goal is to offer a wide range of athletic development options and broaden students' sports horizons. Each team has achieved excellent results in city, national, and even international competitions.

SHSID offers first-class facilities for daily teaching and extracurricular activities, including a School Information System, modern innovative laboratories, a Media Center and libraries, and various athletic and art facilities. Our on-site facilities are used to ensure SHSID offers students an excellent environment to pursue personal development in all areas.
The Fengxian Campus offers boarding facilities for students in Grade 4 and above.

SHSID boasts a wide range of top-tier sports facilities, including a 400-meter standard track, a standard soccer field, seven indoor and outdoor tennis courts, three five-a-side soccer fields, a standard indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, a multi-functional gymnasium, a badminton center, a laser shooting center, a table tennis hall, a squash court, a basketball gym, an ice rink, gymnastics rooms, and a fitness center. These facilities provide students with diverse options to engage in various sports activities and improve their physical fitness.

Mission
Educational Philosophy: Since its establishment, SHSID has strived:
To widely accept the essence of advanced education
To incorporate the spirit of different cultures
To impart the achievements of contemporary science and technology
To cultivate the talents of the 21st Century
To help students adapt to the time as well as the progress and development of science and technology
To cultivate high-level talents with strong competitiveness and high sense of commitment towards the community at large
To develop students into friendship ambassadors between the Chinese culture and other cultures
School Mission
To provide the foundations for life-long development
To encourage personal growth
To promote international awareness by providing a multi-cultural experience
To develop an understanding of social skills and methodologies in the information age
To improve students’ multi-lingual skills
To emphasize the study of math, science and technology
Core values
1. We respect international standards, yet at the same time, stick to Chinese characteristics.
2. We strive to become a window for cultural communication between East and West.
3. We commit ourselves to the cultivation of internationally-minded talents with international vision and affection for Chinese culture.

We implement our educational philosophy and core values in high school by contributing to the personal and lifelong development of every student.
We implement our educational philosophy and core values in primary and middle school by cultivating the “independent learners” and “responsible global citizens”.

Rooted in our school mission to cultivate lifelong learners with global awareness, our teaching approach is student-centered and differentiated to meet individual needs. Subject content serves as the vehicle for developing core disciplinary competencies, while interdisciplinary learning—both within and beyond the classroom—promotes deeper understanding and transferable skills. Teachers employ a variety of instructional methods to engage all learners. Outside the classroom, diverse educational activities further foster holistic development, including leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking. Together, these elements prepare students to thrive academically and globally.