Shanghai Community International School

Mission

Empower students to thrive in a dynamic global society through holistic, student-centered education, fostering academic excellence, intercultural competence, and lifelong inquiry.

Vision

Cultivate a community where every learner evolves into empathetic, innovative thinkers, equipped to lead with integrity and positively impact an interconnected world.

Core Values

• Integrity
• Compassion
• Curiosity
• Collaboration

1. IB Accreditation & Curriculum: Offers full IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP) across all grade levels, fostering critical thinking and global citizenship .
2. Diverse Community: Students from 60+ nationalities, with a 1:10 teacher-student ratio and multilingual staff, creating an inclusive environment .
3. Experienced Faculty: Highly qualified international teachers, many IB-certified, ensuring rigorous academic standards .
4. Facilities: State-of-the-art resources like science labs, arts studios, indoor pools, and climbing structures support holistic development .
5. Personalized Learning: Small class sizes (average 20 students) and tailored support for EAL learners and academic challenges .
6. Extracurricular Programs: Specialized offerings in robotics, jazz band, Model UN, and sports, encouraging passion-driven exploration .
7. Global Recognition: IB Diploma graduates gain admission to top universities worldwide, including Ivy League institutions .

Exam Performance: • SCIS graduates consistently achieve IB Diploma Programme (DP) scores above the global average, with many earning full IB diplomas and bilingual diplomas . • The school emphasizes rigorous academic preparation, with students excelling in subjects like sciences, humanities, and language arts through inquiry-based learning .

Overseas Admissions: • Graduates gain admission to top global universities, including Ivy League institutions (e.g., Harvard, Yale), UK’s Russell Group (e.g., Oxford, Cambridge), and leading universities in Canada, Australia, and Asia . • In the 2024 Early Decision cycle, SCIS secured 4 offers from prestigious U.S. and UK universities, reflecting competitive outcomes . • The school’s focus on holistic education and English proficiency ensures alignment with international university requirements .