Wellington College Early Years Centre Open Day

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Opened in August 2014 and located in Shanghai's New Bund area, Wellington College International Shanghai is a fully co-educational day school with over 1600 pupils, aged 2 to 18 years old. Consistent with the ethos of its prestigious partner in the UK, this Shanghai international school seeks to develop the ‘Wellington Identity’ in every child. Wellingtonians are encouraged to be Inspired, Intellectual, Independent, Individual and Inclusive. Boasting a state-of-the-art campus, Wellington has built a vibrant community where all pupils strive to achieve academic excellence and enjoy a comprehensive range of opportunities in music, performing arts and sports.

Early Years Open Day

For children aged 4 and below by 1 September 2025 (Early Years)

We offer small group tours at our Early Years Centre.

Please connect with our Admissions to book your visit.

12th December, 2024, Thursday 9:30 am Book Now →

19th December, 2024, Thursday 9:30 am Book Now →

Primary School Open Day

For pupils aged 5 to 10 by 1 September 2025

Please connect with our Admissions to book your visit.

10th December, 2024, Tuesday 9:15 am Book Now →

17th December, 2024, Tuesday 9:15 am Book Now →

Early Years (ages 2-4)

Our Early Years Centre will provide your child with a stimulating, nurturing and, most importantly, fun learning environment. Home three year groups, Prenursery, Nursery and Reception, Nursery and Reception, our curriculum is linked to the expectations of the English EYFS curriculum. Each class is overseen by a certified teacher with the support of a highly qualified teaching assistant. Under their care, children spend much of their day exploring and learning through play as well as engaging in daily phonics, maths, literacy, Chinese/Mandarin activities and even swimming instruction. This builds a firm foundation that enables our pupils to advance to Pre-Prep with confidence.

If you’re interested in our international nursery in Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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The Latest Early Years Centre Welcome Booklet 2024-25

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Prep School (ages 6-14)

Our rigorous Prep School curriculum provides the foundation upon which your child will build long-term academic successes. We have modelled it after the English National Curriculum, but that is only a starting point. We enhance it with key elements from the International Primary Curriculum and further supplement it with an extensive programme of co-curricular activities. It is during the Prep School years that pupils make the pivotal transition from general classroom teaching to specialised teaching. By year 5, our pupils begin to develop a sense of independence and personal responsibility as they work in different classrooms with different teachers. By the end of year 8, they will be sufficiently prepared as they advance to our Senior School.

If you’re interested in our international primary school in Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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Senior School (ages 14-18)

Our Senior School's vibrant and dynamic curriculum instils in our pupils an abiding passion for our global scientific, linguistic and cultural heritage. Pupils are encouraged to pursue a diversity of courses and extend themselves beyond their comfort zone. They graduate empowered with the knowledge, skills and independence of mind that will make them effective and responsible leaders in the future. Our year 10 and 11 pupils work toward the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination qualifications. This provides them with a comprehensive mix of core subjects, such as English, mathematics and science along with options in the humanities, arts and PE. Sixth Form pupils study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). This is the world's premier university entrance qualification and incorporates academics with the arts, physical fitness and community service.

To learn more about our international Senior School in Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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IB Diploma Programme

We offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) not only because it is the world’s premier university entrance qualification, but also because it so closely aligns with our holistic education philosophy. In addition to six academic subjects, the IBDP includes three core requirements designed to help our pupils achieve greater academic and personal development. These are the Extended Essay (EE), Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Action and Service (CAS). But the programme goes beyond academics. It incorporates arts, physical fitness and community service components as well. When our pupils complete the IBDP, they will be more mature, capable and responsible young adults equipped with all the tools they need to excel in higher education and on their future career paths.

To learn more about our IB Diploma Programme in Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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Contact us

To learn more information about Wellington College International Shanghai, please fill in the enquiry form and we will contact you as soon as possible.

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Chinese programme

English is the official language of the Wellington curriculum, but Mandarin Chinese is taught as a core subject throughout the College. It is an essential part of our mission to make well-rounded, internationally-minded pupils. We offer courses in Chinese language and culture for pupils at every level from year 1 to year 12. To ensure our pupils get the most out of their coursework, we thoroughly assess their abilities and place them in classes accordingly. Additionally, our daily co-curricular activities programme helps to deepen our pupils' understanding and appreciation of Chinese through a wide range of cultural and linguistic activities. We also organise an annual calendar of events around traditional Chinese celebrations, such as Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival.

To learn more about our Chinese programme in Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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teachers at Shanghai international school

Our staff

Our 295 teachers and coaches reflect the diversity of our community. They are fully committed to empowering every Wellington pupil to unlock their potential.

To learn more about our staff, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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University guidance

We provide pupils and their parents with specialist advice and support them in their application journey as early as year 9. We work with each pupil to identify their skills and interests. They receive ongoing counselling on cultivating the attributes that universities value. We teach them to think strategically when choosing their coursework and preparing for their admissions exams. Moreover, our team stays current on the always-changing admissions requirements at the world's best schools. Whether conducting mock interviews for Oxbridge or coaching them on how to write an effective personal statement, we are with our pupils every step of the way in the application and admissions process.

To learn more about our University guidance, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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Co-curricular activities

A well-rounded pupil is a successful pupil. That is why we encourage all Wellingtonians to pursue a diversity of interests and cultivate new talents. Our co-curricular activities (CCA) programme gives them greater freedom to do just that within the school day. This programme is compulsory for all pupils in years 1 to 13 and gives them access to over 100 enriching academic, creative and athletic pursuits. Whether it is football, fashion illustration or French film studies, our CCA programme is sure to keep pupils stimulated, challenged, curious and engaged.

To learn more about our co-curricular activities in Wellington College International Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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House system

Each pupil’s house will be their home throughout their time at Wellington. Here, they will forge lasting friendships and celebrate their achievements together. Pupils develop a sense of pride in 'their house' and their fellow housemates. We bolster this pride through regular inter-house competitions in which pupils get to showcase their academic, artistic and sporting abilities. The house environment also gives our pupils opportunities to take the lead and drive others forward through service, coaching or mentoring their peers, captaining a team or leading a production. Each house is overseen by a housemaster (HM) and a team of tutors who are dedicated to supporting and guiding each child throughout their time at Wellington as they negotiate relationships, expectations and social challenges they face daily.

To learn more about our House system in Wellington College International Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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To learn more about Wellington College International Shanghai, please click here and fill in the enquiry form.

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