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Britannica International School, Shanghai

上海不列颠英国外籍人员子女学校

Expatriate
British Curriculum
English

Britannica International School Shanghai, founded in 2013, is the city's only British-owned international school. Part of Orbital Education, it offers the English National Curriculum, IGCSE and A-Level for 2 to 18-year-olds. COBIS accredited.

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Last Updated on 11th June, 2026

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City

Shanghai

School Phases

G1 to G12

Annual Fees

$42K - $51K

Phone Number

+86-02164027889

Prospectus

Data Sources

Compiled from publicly available sources

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Main Campus

1988 Gubei Road, Minhang District

Description

Britannica International School, Shanghai, is a leading K–12 international school. It offers a high-quality British-style education for children of foreign workers and mobile families. Founded in 2002, the school is known for its strong academic standards, cultural inclusivity, and student-focused a…

Summary of School

Academic Sub-Curriculum

Academic Sub-Curriculum

  • Cambridge IGCSE
  • A Level
  • British Tracks
Exam Boards

Exam Boards

  • Cambridge Assessment International Education
  • Oxford AQA
  • Pearson Edexcel
Academic Qualification Awards

Academic Qualification Awards

  • Advanced Level Certificate
  • International General Certificate of Secondary Education

Language of Instruction

English

School Type

Expatriate

Duration Established

13 Years

Student To Teacher Ratio

8:1

Academic Year

Primary (September-July), Mid (September-July), High (September-July)

Extra Languages offered

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Chinese Language Support

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School Bus

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Boarding Availability

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Scholarships

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About School

Mission & Vision

To deliver exceptional British education rooted in academic rigor and holistic development, fostering global citizens equipped with critical thinking, intercultural competence, and a lifelong passion for learning.

Core Values

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Inclusivity
  • Responsibility

Educational Philosophy

  • Student-centered approach with personalized learning
  • Small class sizes (max 22 students)
  • 1:8 faculty-student ratio
  • British National Curriculum (ages 2–18)
  • Integration of academic excellence and extracurricular programs (EAL, 100+ clubs)
  1. British-centric education system: Offers a complete British National Curriculum from EYFS to A-Level, ensuring alignment with UK standards .
  2. Elite British faculty: Majority of teachers are UK or native English-speaking professionals with extensive international teaching experience .
  3. Personalized learning: Class sizes capped at 22 students with a 1:8 teacher-student ratio, enabling tailored academic support .
  4. Academic excellence: Consistently high IGCSE/A-Level pass rates (e.g., 34% A*/A in IGCSE, 100% A-Level subject distinctions) .
  5. Multilingual programs: Offers native-language courses in Chinese, Korean, Japanese, French, Italian, Hebrew, and Spanish .
  6. Holistic development: Over 120 extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community projects like "Roots & Shoots" .
  7. Global community: Students from 40+ nationalities, fostering cross-cultural understanding through events like "UN Day" .
  8. Prime location: Centrally located in Gubei District, near downtown Shanghai, with modern facilities (labs, libraries, pools) .
  9. Accreditations: Recognized by COBIS and CIS for international educational standards .
  1. A-Level Results (2023-2024): • Combined Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge results achieved record-breaking performance, with 43% A-B grades* and 77% A-C grades* among Year 12 students . • 100% pass rate for A-Level AS and A2 stages, with 56% A/A grades* in A-Level A2 . • 100% of graduates secured admission to their first-choice universities .

  2. IGCSE Results (2023):34% A/A grades* in IGCSE exams, with 100% A-B in History* and 100% A/A in Chemistry/Physics* .

  3. University Admissions:100% of students gained entry to top-choice universities, including G5 institutions (UK) and top global universities (e.g., Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, Imperial College London) . • Strong performance in STEM subjects, with 100% A in A-Level Chemistry/Physics* .

  4. Faculty & Facilities:90% teacher retention rate, ensuring consistent academic support . • Recent campus upgrades included a new STEM center, advanced labs, and expanded libraries .

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School Facilities

Two young children, a girl and a boy, playing on a yellow tricycle on a bright orange sports court at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Two young children, a girl and a boy, playing on a yellow tricycle on a bright orange sports court at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Outdoor sports court with a basketball hoop visible behind a tall green hedge and trees at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Two middle or high school students in uniform playing a game of chess in a classroom or common area at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Four students in school uniform performing on large traditional Chinese drums under red decorations and lighting during a cultural event at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
A student performing a song on stage under the banner "When I Grow Up Secondary Musical Theatre" at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
A group of girls in blue and black soccer uniforms posing for a team photo on the field at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
A close-up of a student in green uniform mid-air, attempting a high jump over the bar at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Students in red and white uniforms participating in a tug-of-war competition on a sports field at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
A student in a green cap and uniform leaping over an obstacle on an athletic track during a sports day event at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
Two young students in blue soccer uniforms actively playing a game on the pitch with a goalpost visible in the background at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
A group of students playing with a basketball-sized ball on the court in front of the main school building of Britannica International School, Shanghai.
An older student shooting a basketball while younger students watch during a training session on the outdoor court at Britannica International School, Shanghai.
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