The British School of Nanjing

Mission & Vision

To provide an exceptional British-style education fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and global citizenship through a student-centered approach, empowering students to thrive intellectually, socially, and emotionally in an interconnected world.

Core Values

• Excellence
• Inclusivity
• Integrity
• Global awareness

Educational Philosophy

• Rooted in the English National Curriculum.
• Emphasis on personalized learning, critical thinking, and creativity.
• Small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios for tailored support.
• Extracurricular programs in arts, sports, and STEM.
• Partnerships with global institutions (e.g., MIT, Juilliard) for innovation and cultural exchange.

1. UK Curriculum Excellence: Offers British National Curriculum, IGCSE, and A-Level programs with a strong academic track record, consistently achieving above UK national averages (e.g., 38% A*/A in A-Levels vs. UK’s 28%) .
2. Global Community: Over 450 students from 30+ nationalities, fostering cross-cultural interaction and international perspectives .
3. World-Class Facilities: Modern campus with advanced labs, arts centers, sports facilities (e.g., 200m track, tennis courts), and partnerships with MIT and Juilliard for specialized programs .
4. Personalized Learning: Small class sizes (max 16 in secondary) and tailored curricula to nurture individual talents and academic potential .
5. Outstanding Results: 94% IGCSE A*-C grades and successful university placements in top global institutions (e.g., UK’s Russell Group, US Ivy League) .
6. Holistic Development: Extracurricular activities like STEAM projects, Model UN, and performing arts, emphasizing creativity and leadership .

1. IGCSE Results (2024): • 55% of students achieved A/A* grades (vs. UK average of 20-30%) across 237 exams . • Top performers: ◦ Yvonne: 9 IGCSEs (all 8+), including Literature, Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics . ◦ Mingke: 9 IGCSEs (8+ in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry) . ◦ Rosalinda: 10 IGCSEs (8+ in Biology, Chemistry, English) . • Advanced exams: ◦ Alex (Year 10): 5 IGCSEs early, including A* in Physics and 9 in Mathematics . ◦ Coco (Year 10): 3 IGCSEs early, including 9 in Mathematics .

2. A-Level Results (2024): • 38% of A-Level candidates scored A/A* (vs average of 28%) . • Subject performance: ◦ Physics: 100% A–B grades. ◦ Mathematics: 90% A–C grades. ◦ Statistics: 80% A–C grades. ◦ Extended Project Qualification: 80% A*/A grades . • Top performer: Estelle: 3 A*s (Art, History, Mathematics) .

3. University Admissions (2023-2024): • Students gained offers from Oxford, UCL, MIT, Boston University, Tsinghua University, and others . • Notable placements: ◦ Cambridge University (2021), UCL (2022), Boston University (2023) .