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Shanghai School Compass — International School Selection Guide

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Choose the Right School for Your Child in Shanghai

Shanghai has one of the most competitive international school landscapes in the world. With dozens of options — IB, AP, A-Level, bilingual, pure international — how do you choose? This guide gives you a systematic framework to compare schools, understand curricula, navigate admissions, and make the right decision for your child.

What's Inside

International School Landscape: Overview of school types in Shanghai — pure international, bilingual, local international divisions
Curriculum Systems Explained: IB (PYP/MYP/DP), AP, A-Level, British, American, Chinese national curriculum — pros, cons, university destinations
School Comparison Table: Side-by-side comparison of top schools with tuition, curriculum, locations, and key stats
School Profiles: Detailed profiles of leading international and bilingual schools in Shanghai
Tuition Summary: Transparent tuition ranges, application fees, capital levies, and hidden costs
Admissions Timeline: When to apply, what documents are needed, assessment processes, waiting lists
Decision Framework: A step-by-step process to narrow down choices and make the final decision
FAQ: Answers to the most common questions about international schools in Shanghai

Key Features

Curriculum comparison matrix (IB vs AP vs A-Level vs British vs American)
School eligibility guide (passport requirements, green card, Chinese passport options)
EAL (English as Additional Language) support overview
Application document checklist
Tuition and fee breakdown template
School tour question checklist

Before You Make the Decision

This guide gives you the framework to research and compare schools. However, every family's situation is unique — your child's age, passport type, budget, and learning needs all factor into the right choice. If you need a customized school selection report based on your family's specific situation, contact us for a personalized consultation.