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Shenzhen American International School

深圳市深美外籍人员子女学校

Expatriate
American Curriculum
English

Shenzhen American International School, founded in 2005, is a Cognia-accredited school offering IB PYP, AP, A-Level and HK DSE from PreK to Grade 12. Located in Shekou, it is an internal SAT and AP testing centre, with 100% of middle and high school teachers holding master's or doctoral degrees.

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Last Updated on 10th June, 2026

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City

Shenzhen

School Phases

G10 to G12

Annual Fees

$33K - $33K

Phone Number

+86-0755-86316699

Prospectus

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Compiled from publicly available sources

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Main Campus

80 Park Road, West of Sihai Park, Nanshan District

Description

Shenzhen American International School (SAIS), also called Shenzhen Shenmei International School, is a respected K–12 American-style international school in Shenzhen. Founded in 2010, SAIS aims to provide a strong U.S.-aligned education focused on academic excellence, critical thinking, and global c…

Summary of School

Academic Sub-Curriculum

Academic Sub-Curriculum

  • American Tracks
  • AP Electives
Exam Boards

Exam Boards

  • College Board
Academic Qualification Awards

Academic Qualification Awards

  • American High School Diploma
  • College Credit and Placement

Language of Instruction

English

School Type

Expatriate

Duration Established

21 Years

Student To Teacher Ratio

N/A

Academic Year

Primary (August-July), Mid (August-July), High (August-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 cultivate global citizens and future leaders through innovative project-based learning, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability.

Core Educational Philosophy Emphasizes inquiry-driven, student-centered education integrating academic rigor with real-world problem-solving. Prioritizes holistic development, including creativity, leadership, and ethical responsibility.

  1. 20-Year Established Prestige: A stable, government-approved institution (since 2005) with a proven track record in international education .
  2. Full Foreign Faculty: Exclusively foreign teachers from major U.S. cities (NYC, Chicago, etc.), fostering an immersive English environment .
  3. Dual-Curriculum Framework: Offers IB, AP, A-Level, and HKDSE programs, aligned with U.S. state core standards .
  4. Personalized Learning: Small class sizes, dual homeroom teachers, and tailored support (ESL for primary, remedial/advanced courses for secondary) .
  5. Holistic Development: Emphasis on leadership, critical thinking, and creativity through mentorship, experiential learning, and extracurriculars (e.g., golf, squash) .
  6. Global Community: Inclusive environment with families from diverse international backgrounds .
  7. Facilities & Services: State-of-the-art campuses (Nanshan and Bao’an) with IB/AP classrooms, theaters, sports fields, and optional boarding (Bao’an campus) .

Exam Scores

  1. AP Examinations (2023): • Offered 9 AP subjects, including Calculus BC, Physics C (Mechanics/Electromagnetism), Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, and English Literature. • 100% 5-score rate in Physics C (Mechanics/Electromagnetism) and Psychology, surpassing global averages . • Student achievements: One student scored 8 AP 5s, including 4 in English Literature .

  2. AMC Competitions (2024):1 National Outstanding Award, 6 National Merit Awards, and 7 National Excellence Awards in the Australian Mathematics Competition .


Overseas Admissions (2023-2025):

  1. Elite University Offers (2024-2025):Oxford University: 1 interview invitation . • Cambridge University: 1 interview invitation . • Imperial College London: 2 offers . • University of Hong Kong: 1 interview invitation . • Babson College (U.S.): 1 offer .

  2. Early Decision Success (2025):UK/US scholarships: Multiple students received scholarships from top institutions (details unspecified) .

  3. Additional Highlights:Global rankings: SAIS students consistently outperform U.S. peers in MAP assessments, with 31.3% scoring in the top 15% nationally . • Competitive programs: Integration of IB, AP, A-Level, and DSE curricula supports diversified university pathways .

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School Facilities

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