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What are the schools in Shanghai like?

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When we asked about the schools in Shanghai, they said...

"Shanghai is home to some of the best international schools and bilingual schools in China. The German School Shanghai (GSS) is a private international school located close to the Hongqiao Airport that offers an excellent education to students aged 3 to 18 years. Students at GSS follow the German curriculum, although there is some additional teaching in Chinese. The Shanghai American School is another popular international school in the city. It is a diverse school that offers an American-style education for children aged 3 to 18 years. The school also has an extensive AP program and offers a number of extra-curricular activities. The Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS Shanghai) is a popular bilingual school that offers an international curriculum to children aged 3 to 18 years. The school emphasizes a bilingual approach to education and through the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. There are also foreign languages and a wide variety of enrichment activities available. The Shanghai Chinese International School (SCIS) is a bilingual school that offers an IB curriculum to children aged 3 to 18 years. SCIS emphasizes the importance of cultural understanding, Chinese language and culture, and international awareness. The students are encouraged to explore the Chinese culture and its literature," remarked one parent with kids at in Shanghai, China.

"SAS is the top school in Shanghai. The Puxi campus is at capacity and the Pudong school is close to capacity so enroll early. Often students are accepted to the Pudong campus first and can put in a transfer request to Puxi if they prefer Puxi - many times the transfer happens over the summer before school even starts - so don't be worried if you are on a waiting list," explained one expat living in Shanghai, China.

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Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

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