Awarding Excellence in Sport, Arts & Academics

One of the most well-established international schools in Shanghai, Wellington College, every year offers scholarship opportunities to students who excel in some aspect of their school life, that being academics, sports or arts. Below is all the information you need in order to learn more about the Wellington Scholars, the benefits and how to apply … Continued

How a Rigorous IB Education Comes to Life at SCIS

How often have you heard the phrase “how rigorous” in relation to talking about school curriculums? We know this is often a topic of discussion in our community chats! Derek Luebbe, father of three who have come from 3 different IB schools, explores this topic and what you should think about when considering the rigor … Continued

Open House | Meet the SCIS Community on March 10th

At SCIS, we believe that a school should fit the student, not the other way around. Our community welcomes you to our Open House on Friday, March 10! Explore our highly interactive classrooms and learn how we incorporate art, sports, and leadership activities into your child’s educational journey. Why Choose SCIS In everything SCIS does, … Continued

The Many Benefits of Early Formal Schooling

For many families with young children, deciding when to start school can be challenging. Although most of us may not have started formal schooling until age 5 or 6, early years pre-school programs are becoming increasingly popular around the world. In China, it’s quite common for children to start attending school at age 3 for … Continued

SCIS Launches the International Scholars Program 2023-2024

As a parent in Shanghai we all know how tuition in international schools can be very expensive, making it especially difficult for families who cannot rely on a company allowance to cover it.  The Shanghai Community International School (SCIS) is one of Shanghai’s most well established International Baccalaureate (IB) schools and has recently released its … Continued