Dulwich College Shanghai is a premium British international school in Shanghai and part of Dulwich College International, the group that traces its name to the historic Dulwich College in London. In the city it runs two campuses, the original Pudong campus, opened in 2003, and a second campus in Puxi, opened in 2016. Both follow the same British curriculum pathway through Cambridge IGCSE to the IB Diploma, and both sit at the top of the city's premium fee band.
Dulwich College Shanghai at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10 to 11, then the IB Diploma in Years 12 to 13 |
| Stages | Early years to Year 13 (ages 2 to 18) on both campuses |
| Founded | Pudong campus 2003; Puxi campus 2016 |
| Accreditation | IB World School (IB Diploma); Cambridge International for IGCSE |
| Fee band | Premium for Shanghai, at the top of the band |
| Campuses | Pudong (east) and Puxi (Minhang, west) |
Curriculum and academics
Both Dulwich Shanghai campuses run a single shared British curriculum architecture. Students follow an enhanced English National Curriculum through to Year 9, take Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10 and 11, and complete the IB Diploma in Years 12 and 13, so the academic experience and the qualifications are consistent whichever campus a family chooses.
The college places weight on music, drama, sport and the wider co academic programme, supported by the scale and resources of an international group, and the sixth form is geared toward selective universities worldwide. To see how the two campuses sit against the other British options in the city, read our best British schools in Shanghai guide. Ask each campus directly for its most recent IB Diploma results and university destinations.
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Dulwich College Shanghai fees
Dulwich sits at the top of Shanghai's premium tier. Our Shanghai international school fees guide records Dulwich Shanghai running at roughly RMB 320,000 to 360,000 a year, toward the upper edge of the premium band of RMB 280,000 to 360,000, and fees are set at the same level across the Pudong and Puxi campuses.
Beyond tuition, budget for a registration fee, a refundable deposit and optional bus charges, and remember that families paid in foreign currency carry some exchange risk against renminbi fees. Because the choice between campuses does not change the price, model the full annual figure with our fee calculator and put the two side by side on our compare tool.
Admissions
The academic year starts in August and the main intake aligns with it, with rolling entry where places allow. As schools for children of foreign nationals, both campuses admit students who hold a foreign passport, in keeping with Chinese regulations, so confirm eligibility and documents first. Admission involves an application with school reports and an age appropriate assessment.
Families apply to a specific campus rather than to the college as a whole, so check availability at Pudong or Puxi for your child's year group. Sixth form entry into the IB Diploma is the most selective point and depends on prior attainment and subject choices.
Location and who goes there
The two campuses sit on opposite sides of the Huangpu river. The Pudong campus is on the eastern side near the established Jinqiao and Kangqiao expatriate communities, while the Puxi campus is in Minhang district on the western side, serving families in the Hongqiao and wider Puxi areas. Each draws from the residential compounds nearest to it, which is why location is usually the deciding factor for families weighing the two.
The communities at both campuses are internationally mixed, with a strong British and wider European and Asian presence reflecting the college's heritage and Shanghai's professional expatriate population. To weigh Dulwich against the other premium and British schools in the city, including fees and where families live, start with the Shanghai city hub.
Dulwich College Shanghai reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Dulwich College Shanghai fees?
Dulwich sits at the top of Shanghai's premium band. Our city fees guide records Dulwich Shanghai running at roughly RMB 320,000 to 360,000 a year, and fees are the same across the Pudong and Puxi campuses. Add registration, a deposit and optional bus costs, and confirm the current schedule.
What is the difference between the Dulwich College Shanghai campuses?
There are two campuses, Pudong, which opened in 2003, and Puxi, which opened in 2016. Both follow the same British curriculum pathway and charge the same fees, so the practical choice usually comes down to location, facilities and availability.
What curriculum does Dulwich College Shanghai follow?
Both campuses teach the English National Curriculum to Year 9, Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10 and 11, and the IB Diploma in Years 12 and 13.
Who can enrol at Dulwich College Shanghai?
As schools for children of foreign nationals, both Dulwich Shanghai campuses admit students who hold a foreign passport, in line with Chinese regulations. Check eligibility and the documents required before applying.
Is Dulwich College Shanghai a good school?
Dulwich is an established British international group linked to Dulwich College in London, with a strong record of selective university entry. We publish ratings only from verified reviews, so weigh recent IB results, the curriculum fit and a campus visit.
