American International School of Guangzhou
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$32K - US$42K
Curriculum: IB · American
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~1,081
Location: Yuexiu / Huangpu, Guangzhou
Updated April 2026
In Brief
If your company is paying and academic outcomes matter to you, AISG is the default choice in Guangzhou - ranked #1 in South China by both Forbes and Hurun in 2025, with a 2025 IB average of 33.7. Ask about leadership continuity and which campus your child would attend.
AISG sits at the top of the Guangzhou international school market by most measures. Forbes China ranked it #1 in South China and Hurun placed it #1 in the city and #10 nationally in 2025. The IB Diploma average of 33.7 is above the global mean. Two campuses - Ersha Island in Yuexiu and the Science City campus in Huangpu - serve different age groups; confirm which your child would use before committing.
Families who've been through AISG consistently mention the sense of community as a genuine strength. The non-profit governance model and WASC accreditation set it apart from most commercial operators in the city. The inquiry-based IB approach from PYP through Diploma works well for academically confident children; it's worth asking about how the school supports students who need more structure.
Fees run from CNY 229,280 (PreK) to CNY 303,900 (Grades 9-12), inclusive of 3% VAT. At the top end, that is roughly US$42K - towards the higher end of comparable IB schools regionally. Leadership consistency has come up in parent and teacher circles as something worth asking about at the admissions visit.
What parents value
- –#1 South China (Forbes 2025), #1 Guangzhou (Hurun 2025). IB average 33.7 in 2025. Full IB continuum from PreK through Grade 12.
- –Non-profit, WASC-accredited. Strong community feel for a school of its size. Two campuses offering geographic flexibility across the city.
Points of consideration
- –Fees reach CNY 303,900 (approx. US$42K) at senior level - among the highest in Guangzhou. Check which campus applies for your child's age group.
- –Leadership continuity is worth asking about at the admissions visit. The Huangpu campus is a significant commute from most expat residential areas.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PreK | 3 | NaN |
| Kindergarten | 5 | NaN |
| Grade 1 | 6 | NaN |
| Grade 2 | 7 | NaN |
| Grade 3 | 8 | NaN |
| Grade 4 | 9 | NaN |
| Grade 5 | 10 | NaN |
| Grade 6 | 11 | NaN |
| Grade 7 | 12 | NaN |
| Grade 8 | 13 | NaN |
| Grade 9 | 14 | NaN |
| Grade 10 | 15 | NaN |
| Grade 11 (IB Diploma Year 1) | 16 | NaN |
| Grade 12 (IB Diploma Year 2) | 17 | NaN |
Fees converted from CNY. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | NaN |
| Enrolment Fee (new students) | NaN |
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Academic Results
| IB Diploma average (2025) | 33.7 |
| Forbes China ranking (South China, 2025) | #1 |
| Hurun China ranking (2025) | #1 Guangzhou, #10 nationally |
Key results: IB Diploma average (2025) 33.7, Forbes China ranking (South China, 2025) #1, Hurun China ranking (2025) #1 Guangzhou, #10 nationally.
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Guangzhou's international schools serve a diverse community of families from across Asia, Europe, and North America. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
School leadership
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