

Shenzhen Academy of International Education
深圳市博纳学校
Shenzhen Academy of International Education, founded in 2014, offers AP, A-Level, HK DSE and international art pathways. WASC-accredited and authorised by College Board, Edexcel and ACT GAC, it is a private Grades 6-12 school in Nanshan District with a 1:5 student-teacher ratio.
Last Updated on 3rd July, 2026
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Last Updated on 3rd July, 2026
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79%
City
Shenzhen
School Phases
G10 to G12
Annual Fees
$28K - $34K
Phone Number
+86-0755-26602340
Prospectus
Data Sources
Compiled from publicly available sources
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Main Campus
13 Zhongxiang Road, Nanshan District
Description
Shenzhen Academy of International Education, also known as Shenzhen Bona School, is a respected private bilingual K–12 institution located in Nanshan District, Shenzhen. Founded in 2012, the school serves students from Grades 1 to 12 and benefits from its location in one of China’s most dynamic tech…
Summary of School
Academic Sub-Curriculum
- AP Capstone Diploma Program
- AP Electives
- HKDSE
Exam Boards
- College Board
- Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority
Academic Qualification Awards
- AP Seminar and Research Certificate
- College Credit and Placement
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
Language of Instruction
Chinese, English, French
School Type
Private
Duration Established
12 Years
Student To Teacher Ratio
N/A
Academic Year
Primary (August-June), Mid (August-June), High (August-June)
Extra Languages offered
Chinese Language Support
School Bus
Boarding Availability
Scholarships
About School
Mission: To nurture globally competent, creative and responsible individuals through holistic education, empowering students to thrive in a dynamic world.
Vision: To be a leading international educational institution that inspires lifelong learning and shapes future leaders with integrity and vision.
Values: Integrity, innovation, inclusivity, and student-centeredness. Committed to academic excellence, character development, and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
- WASC Accreditation: First international secondary school in Shenzhen to achieve this prestigious "education Oscar" recognition, ensuring global educational standards .
- Integrated Curriculum: Combines AP, IB, A-Level, and HKDSE frameworks, offering 24+ AP courses (including AP Capstone) and specialized programs like IB Film and A-Level Art .
- Faculty Excellence: Led by a dual-PhD founder (Dr. Chen Xiaomin), 75% bilingual faculty with master’s degrees, and faculty from top global institutions like Johns Hopkins and UC Berkeley .
- Holistic Development: Emphasizes "Technology-Humanities-Arts" education, fostering well-rounded students with critical thinking and creativity .
- Elite Outcomes: 80% graduates admitted to top 50 U.S. universities (e.g., Duke, Cornell) and notable achievements in Ivy League, UK G5, and Hong Kong universities .
- Small Classes & Personalized Attention: Average class size of 8–15 students, tailored mentorship, and 1:1 academic feedback systems .
- Cutting-Edge Facilities: Features a "smart campus" with immersive labs, art studios, and a 3-person dormitory system .
- Competitive Edge: Dominance in international competitions (e.g., Physics Bowl, Euclid Math Contest) and scholarships averaging $65,576 per student .
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Exam Scores & Achievements: • Achieved 100% pass rate in IB Diploma Programme (2024), with an average score of 38.3/45, including 4 students scoring 45/45 and 11 scoring 43/45 . • AP exam results consistently strong students earning top scores in subjects like Calculus BC, Physics C, and Computer Science.
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Overseas Admissions (2023-2024): • UK: ◦ 100% admission to UK Top 10 universities, including 2 Imperial College London, 3 UCL, 1 LSE, and 1 Cambridge University (first-ever History major admission) . • USA: ◦ 16+ offers from Top 35 US universities, including UC Davis, USC, NYU, and Tufts University. ◦ 100% admission to Top 50 US universities, including Rutgers University and Case Western Reserve University . • Canada & Australia: ◦ 7 offers from University of Toronto (Canada’s Top 1) and 100% admission to Australia’s Top 3 universities (e.g., University of Melbourne, UNSW) . • Hong Kong: ◦ 2 offers from University of Hong Kong (including AI and Digital Science programs) ). • Arts: ◦ 1st-ever acceptance to London College of Fashion (World’s Top 2 art school) and 3 offers from Pratt Institute (Top 3 US art school) .
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Scholarships: • Total scholarships: ¥9.28 million (≈$1.3 million), averaging ¥240,000/student .



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