Admissions Statement
Since its establishment in 2003, Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong has followed the eligibility requirements set by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, ensuring all eligible applicants have a fair chance to enroll.
Our College does not authorize any third-party companies to process admissions on our behalf and do not request or accept donations as part of the admissions process. We do not authorize any external entities to conduct admissions or sign agreements on our behalf. We recommend that all prospective applicants and parents rely on our official information to avoid misleading details from unofficial sources.
We are dedicated to providing a safe, harmonious, and high-quality learning environment and look forward to welcoming students into our community. Thank you for your support!
Explore your Child’s Future with Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
Open Days and Immersion Days are a unique opportunity for families to come into our schools, meet our team and receive an exclusive introduction to our world-class holistic education at Dulwich Pudong.
Each Open Day includes an opportunity for families to have a face-to-face conversation with the Head of School, teachers and admissions officers. Following this session, the Head of School will share in-depth details about our curriculum and academic programmes, heritage, and wider holistic provision. Attendees will then tour the College where they can observe our classrooms in action, meet our teachers, explore our world-class facilities and engage in conversation with the team to ask the questions that matter to them.
At the annual Immersion Day, you will also have the opportunity to learn all about life at Dulwich Pudong. These weekend events are a great chance to ask questions and get a feel for the culture of our College community, helping you decide if Dulwich Pudong is the right fit. On the day, you will have the opportunity to meet our teachers, students, and parents, as well as our School Leadership Team. Our Head of School will also give a presentation to provide insight into our College's values and education philosophy. Additionally, we offer personalised admissions consultations to help guide you through the application process. And don't forget about our campus tour with hands-on experiences for parents and students!
A sample Immersion Day agenda:
- Presentation by our Head of College and Head of School
- Meet the School Leadership Team
- Meet teachers, students and Dulwich parents
- Personalised admissions consultations
- Campus tour with hands-on experiences for parents and student
Eligibility Requirements
To apply to Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong you need to meet the eligibility criteria set by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission (SMEC). Eligibility to apply does not guarantee eligibility for admission. Students also need to meet Dulwich College Admissions Requirements.
Parent is a foreign passport holder with the work permit and residence permit issued in Shanghai
- Entrance Visa and Residence Permit issued in Shanghai for foreign parent andstudent, or Exit/Entry Permit copy for student, or Travel document for student
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Foreigners work permit issued in Shanghai, including page with effective date
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
Parent is from Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR or Taiwan legally working and residing in Shanghai
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Permanent ID card, for student and working parent
- Copy of company business licence stamped with company chop
- Employment certification for at least one parent (Original hard copy) (This must include: employees name, date of birth and position, period of employment, registered company name, address, and telephone number. This certification letter needs to be signed by department head and stamped with company chop on letterhead)
- Proof of residence in Shanghai (Shanghai Hukouben, property certificate or property rental contract)
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
Both parents are PRC passport holders; Student has foreign birth certificate
- Entrance Visa and Residence Permit issued in Shanghai for foreign parent and student, or Exit/Entry Permit copy for student, or Travel document for student
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Parent’s Shanghai Hukouben or the latest more than one year of personal tax records in Shanghai
- Copy of company business licence stamped with company chop
- Employment certification for at least one parent (Original hard copy) (This must include: employees name, date of birth and position, period of employment, registered company name, address, and telephone number. This certification letter needs to be signed by department head and stamped with company chop on letterhead)
- Proof of residence in Shanghai (Shanghai Hukouben, property certificate or property rental contract)
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
- Overseas birth certificate for student, translated and notarized
Working parent is PRC passport holder; Non-working spouse is foreign passport holder; Student is PRC passport holder
- Entrance Visa and Residence Permit issued in Shanghai for foreign parent and student, or Exit/Entry Permit copy for student, or Travel document for student
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Copy of company business licence stamped with company chop
- Employment certification for at least one parent (Original hard copy) (This must include: employees name, date of birth and position, period of employment, registered company name, address, and telephone number. This certification letter needs to be signed by department head and stamped with company chop on letterhead)
- Proof of residence in Shanghai (Shanghai Hukouben, property certificate or property rental contract)
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
- Marriage certificate (if PRC passport holder is married to foreign passport holder)
Working parent is PRC passport holder and foreign permanent resident; Student is foreign passport holder and holds a valid residence permit issued in Shanghai
- Entrance Visa and Residence Permit issued in Shanghai for foreign parent and student, or Exit/Entry Permit copy for student, or Travel document for student
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Copy of company business licence stamped with company chop
- Employment certification for at least one parent (Original hard copy) (This must include: employees name, date of birth and position, period of employment, registered company name, address, and telephone number. This certification letter needs to be signed by department head and stamped with company chop on letterhead)
- Proof of residence in Shanghai (Shanghai Hukouben, property certificate or property rental contract)
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
- Copy of parent’s valid foreign permanent residence
Both parents and student are PRC passport holders and foreign permanent residents
- Passport copies for both parents and student
- Proof of residence in Shanghai (Shanghai Hukouben, property certificate or property rental contract)
- Evidence of relationship between parents and student (birth certificate or Shanghai Hukouben)
- Waiver letter from SMEC
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