Shanghai American School
School Profile
Location
Pudong & Puxi
Age Range
3–18
Languages / EAL
Confirm directly with the school
Curriculum
American / AP / IB Diploma
School Type
International school
Last Checked
June 2026
Overview
Shanghai American School is included in this directory as a starting point for families comparing international school options in Shanghai. The school has campuses in both Pudong and Puxi and offers an American-style curriculum, with AP and IB Diploma options available in the later years. Parents should use this profile to explore key details such as curriculum, location, age range and school links before confirming information directly with the school.
Parent Notes
Families may wish to ask about the differences between the Pudong and Puxi campuses, curriculum pathways, AP and IB options, admissions requirements, language support, communication with parents and how the school helps new students settle into daily school life.
Questions Parents May Want to Ask
- How does the school support new students?
- How is progress shared with parents?
- What language support is available?
- What does the curriculum pathway look like from elementary through to high school?
- How do AP and IB options work in the later years?
- What should families know before applying?
Next Steps for Parents
Parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to confirm the latest information on curriculum, admissions, fees and support services before making any decisions.
Parent Notes
Families may wish to ask about the differences between the Pudong and Puxi campuses, curriculum pathways, AP and IB options, admissions requirements, language support, communication with parents and how the school helps new students settle into daily school life.
Questions Parents May Want to Ask
- How does the school support new students?
- How is progress shared with parents?
- What language support is available?
- What does the curriculum pathway look like from elementary through to high school?
- How do AP and IB options work in the later years?
- What should families know before applying?
Parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to confirm the latest information on curriculum, admissions, fees and support services before making any decisions.