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Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Located in Liangjiang Avenue, Yubei District, Harrow LiDe School Chongqing is a K-12 bilingual school serving ages 1 to 18. The 135,000 square metre campus can accommodate about 1,200 students, with boarders from Grade 4. The school carries a United Kingdom affiliation and a Harrovian environment, including a House System. The curriculum blends East and West: Early Years uses the English EYFS with a Chinese dimension; Pre-Prep follows the Chinese National Curriculum in a bilingual, bi-cultural programme; Upper School offers Cambridge IGCSE; Senior School provides a limited number of A‑Levels; Sixth Form prepares students for university life after IGCSE. Facilities include a library, break-out spaces and lecture halls, plus sports spaces; the campus emphasises outdoor learning through the Expeditions Programme. Leadership and service are central, with the Leadership & Service Programme and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, alongside a broad co-curricular offering. Pastoral care is supported by small tutor groups and a House system.
Harrow Lide School Chongqing has instruction in English, Mandarin.
Location
Harrow LiDe School Chongqing is in the Liangjiang New Area of Chongqing, China. The campus covers about 135,000 square metres and can accommodate up to 1,200 students, including 100 boarders from Grade 4 and above. The architecture echoes Harrow School on the Hill in London and is designed to integrate nature into daily learning. It provides bilingual K-12 education on a campus designed for both day students and boarding.
Stages
Lower School: Early Years (ages 2–6); Pre-Prep (ages 6–11). Upper School: Prep (ages 11–14); Senior (ages 14–16); Sixth Form (ages 16–18).
Type
K-12 bilingual school with day students and boarding.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom affiliation (British Harrovian context)
Fees
Application fees
- No application fee amount is publicly listed for Harrow Lide School Chongqing for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. There is no published breakdown of any one‑off application or enrolment charges.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Specific tuition fee amounts by year group or term are not published. There is no publicly available schedule showing per‑term or per‑year tuition for Early Years, Primary (Pre‑Prep/Prep), Senior or Sixth Form students for 2026/27 (or for 2025/26).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The standard billing schedule (for example: per term, per semester, or annual invoicing) and the school's detailed payment terms are not published. The school states that all fees must be paid by bank remittance and that no other payment methods are accepted (cash is explicitly not accepted).
Boarding fees
- Boarding provision: Weekday boarding is available for students in Grade 4 and above (Sunday 17:00 to Friday 17:00). The school has capacity for boarding (the published capacity figure is provided below). - Specific boarding fee amounts (per term or per year) are not published.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- Uniform: School uniform is compulsory and can be purchased online. The cost of uniforms is not published. - Co‑curricular, pastoral, school‑trip, school‑bus or other ancillary fees are not published in a public fee schedule. There is no publicly available itemised list of extra charges (for example instrument hire, exam fees, bus fees or activity charges) for 2026/27 or 2025/26. - Scholarships and fee remission: The school operates a Scholarships Programme and scholarship awards may include partial or full tuition remission; scholarship values and the possibility of awards (including full tuition) are stated but individual scholarship amounts and their detailed application rules are not listed as a public fee schedule.
Refund information
- No publicly published refund policy, cancellation charges or specific conditions for fee refunds (for withdrawal, late arrival, visa refusal, illness, or other circumstances) is available in a public fee schedule for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
Fee payment options
- The school requires payment by bank remittance (bank transfer). Other methods (including cash) are not accepted. No public statement confirms acceptance of credit card payments; the admission policy specifies bank remittance only.
Summary of available fee‑related facts
- Published, verifiable fee amounts (application fee, tuition per term/year by year group, boarding fees, uniform prices, or refund terms) are not publicly available for Harrow Lide School Chongqing for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26). The publicly available fee‑related facts that can be stated are: the school offers weekday boarding for Grade 4 and above (with published boarding capacity), school uniform is compulsory and sold online, the school operates scholarships (which may include tuition remission), and the school requires fee payment by bank remittance (cash is not accepted).
If you require these specific fee figures (application charge, tuition per term/year by year group, boarding fee amounts, uniform price ranges, refund terms, or detailed billing schedule), those figures are not included in the school's public fee information for 2026/27 or 2025/26 and will need to be requested directly from the school's Admissions or Accounts office.
Academics
Harrow Lide School Chongqing teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Chinese National Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers a bilingual K-12 curriculum. Early Years blends the English EYFS Curriculum with a Chinese dimension. Pre-Prep delivers the Chinese National Curriculum through a bilingual, bi-cultural programme. Upper School uses International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) courses. Senior School studies a small number of General Certificate of Education A-Level examinations. Sixth Form prepares students for university life after IGCSE.
Exam Results
In 2019, every pupil achieved the grades they needed to enter their first choice university.
Higher Education Progression
University counselling provides personalised guidance and a dedicated University Admissions and Careers Guidance Centre; many Harrow pupils progress to Oxford, Cambridge and Ivy League universities, as well as other top universities, including Cambridge, University College London, and the University of Edinburgh.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The pastoral welfare of students is of paramount importance at Harrow Chongqing. Students who are safe, happy, healthy and cared for are the focus of daily life. The school works closely with parents and carers to support every child as they progress from childhood to young adulthood. In the Lower School, the class teacher provides a safe, nurturing environment and may seek guidance from phase leaders or the senior leadership team for more complex issues. In the Upper School, form tutors coordinate welfare support with a Housemaster or Housemistress, and the form tutor registers the class each day to provide welfare guidance alongside academic monitoring. Through small tutor groups and a strong House system, each student is known by name and receives personalised care, support and guidance.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum is bilingual and bi-cultural. Core CNC elements such as Biology, Chemistry, English, ICT, Mathematics, and Physics are delivered in English. Language Studies, Moral Education, History, Geography and Chinese Cultural Studies are taught in Chinese. 70% of instruction is in English, including English, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Physical Education, Art and Design Technology and Music. 30% of instruction is in Chinese, including Chinese language, Calligraphy and Culture, History, Geography and Morality. The Harrow Innovation Leadership Academies in China use English extensively to teach compulsory content and employ a predominantly international teaching staff to deliver a globally aware curriculum.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a robust pastoral system that places welfare at the heart of school life. Welfare is a primary consideration in daily school life so that students feel safe, happy and healthy. In the Lower School, the class teacher provides a safe, nurturing welfare environment and may seek guidance from phase leaders or senior leaders for more complex issues. In the Upper School, form tutors coordinate welfare with a Housemaster or Housemistress, and welfare guidance runs alongside academic monitoring. Small tutor groups and the House system provide personalised care and a network of support, with staff knowing each student by name. The Head of Pastoral Care and Boarding oversees welfare across the school.
Safeguarding
Harrow Chongqing is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children. Safeguarding is the primary responsibility of all members of the Harrow Chongqing community, including parents, and is based on UK Children Acts and international rights. The policy emphasizes a ‘speak up culture' with concerns raised to the Designated Safeguarding Lead and the Designated Safeguarding Team so that appropriate actions can be taken to ensure every child is safe. Safe children make more successful learners, and safeguarding policy details are available in the Parent Portal. Concerns can be reported to safeguarding@harrowchongqing.cn, and the Safeguarding Team is led by the Senior Safeguarding Lead with the Headmaster and Chinese Principal providing support; visitors follow campus safety protocols. For the full AISL safeguarding policy, there is a downloadable document.
Admissions
Admissions
Talk to one of our Admission Officers. Call our Admissions Hotline or email to register for an upcoming Open Day where you will be able to talk one-on-one with an Admissions Officer. For enquiries, admissions@harrowchongqing.cn; (86) 17880266200 / (86) 18883390691. HARROW CHONGQING Official Account on WeChat. ADMISSION POLICY: The School strictly abides by all applicable national laws and Education Bureau policies when handling admissions and enrolment matters. The enrolment and admissions processes are open and transparent, and all admissions decisions are firmly underpinned by these principles. Under no circumstances will the School authorize any third party agency or individual to guarantee enrolment. All fees must be paid through bank remittance; cash is not accepted. The campus is located at Liangjiang Avenue, Yubei District, Chongqing, China, 401147. Tel: (86) 023 6595 2888; (86) 178 8026 6200; (86) 188 8339 0691. For enquiries, admissions@harrowchongqing.cn; HARROW CHONGQING Official WeChat account: harrow_chongqing.
Scholarships
Harrow Chongqing offers Scholarships to the most gifted applicants and existing students to support, nurture and challenge their talents. A scholarship is a financial award for excellence and its value may be up to 100% of the school tuition fee. A Scholar is likely to have natural ability and talent but most importantly a love of learning and a growth mindset, going above and beyond expectations, with outstanding conduct. Scholarship awards reflect a commitment to academic excellence for life and leadership and are more than merely a financial remission. The Scholarship Programme provides targeted, personalised provision for those on a trajectory to attend top universities globally, with identified students given enhanced opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. Currently Harrow Chongqing offers The Churchill Scholarship, a full scholarship awarded to students who excel across all academia, with values up to 100% of tuition. Other scholarship awards on offer range in value from 20,000 RMB to half scholarships of 130,000 RMB. External applicants will complete the normal admissions process and can apply for scholarship at Stage 1; scholarship applicants complete examinations and interviews, including a music audition if applicable, with Stage 3 moderation and decisions made alongside offers. Application and assessment for 2021-2022 followed these steps: Step 1, submission by 2021-04-30; Step 2, assessments before 2021-05-15; Step 3, decisions on 2021-05-20. These details are described under the Scholarship Programme on the Harrow Chongqing site.
FAQs
Where is Harrow LiDe School Chongqing located and what age range does it serve?
The school is located in the Liangjiang New Area of Chongqing, China. The campus covers about 135,000 square metres and is designed to accommodate up to 2,400 students, including up to 150 boarders. Harrow Chongqing serves students aged 1 to 18 with bilingual K-12 education.
What curriculum does Harrow Chongqing use across different year groups?
The school uses a bilingual K-12 curriculum. Early Years blends the English EYFS Curriculum with a Chinese dimension, Pre-Prep delivers the Chinese National Curriculum through a bilingual, bi-cultural programme, Upper School offers IGCSE courses, Senior School studies a small number of A-Levels, and Sixth Form prepares students for university life after IGCSE.
Is Harrow Chongqing a boarding school?
Yes. It is a co-educational school with day and boarding options. Weekday boarding is available for Grade 4 and above, with a Sunday 5pm to Friday 5pm schedule, and a total capacity of 150 boarders across two houses, The Park (boys) and The Grove (girls).
Are tuition fees published, and how are fees paid?
Specific tuition amounts by year group or term are not published publicly. The school does publish details about an application process and a scholarships programme offering up to 100% tuition in some cases, and fees are payable by bank remittance (cash is not accepted). Uniforms are compulsory and sold online, but uniform prices are not listed publicly.
What is the admissions process like at Harrow Chongqing?
Prospective families should contact Admissions Officers, register for an Open Day, and talk with admissions staff. The school adheres to national laws and policies and does not authorize third-party agencies to guarantee enrolment. Scholarships, where available, follow a staged assessment process.
What scholarships are available and how do they work?
Harrow Chongqing offers scholarships, including the Churchill Scholarship with up to 100% tuition remission. Other awards range from about 20,000 RMB to 130,000 RMB. Applicants go through an admissions process that may include examinations, interviews, and, if applicable, a music audition.
How is language taught and what is the balance between English and Chinese instruction?
The curriculum is bilingual, with about 70% of instruction delivered in English and 30% in Chinese. Early Years integrates English with a Chinese dimension, Pre-Prep follows the Chinese National Curriculum bilingually, and Chinese-language subjects are taught in Chinese at various levels. English-language subjects such as English, Maths, Science, ICT, PE, Art and Music are taught in English.
What support is available for higher education and university placement?
There is a dedicated University Admissions and Careers Guidance Centre that provides personalised guidance. Many Harrow Chongqing pupils progress to top universities globally, including Oxford, Cambridge and Ivy League schools, as well as other leading universities such as UCL and the University of Edinburgh.
What facilities does the campus offer for academics and leisure?
The campus features a library, break-out spaces and lecture halls to support study and collaboration, plus sports and leisure facilities for Physical Education and recreation. The site is designed to integrate nature with daily learning and to support a holistic educational experience.
What are the boarding facilities like?
Boarding caters to Grade 4 and above with a weekday schedule and a total capacity of around 150 boarders. There are two boarding houses, The Park for boys and The Grove for girls, each with 75 beds and staffed by a Boarding House Master or Mistress and local support staff.
What is the Harrow House system and what does it involve?
The school uses a six-house system for pastoral care, with events such as sports days, charity events, dances and House Music. Pupils wear a House t-shirt on Fridays, and House points contribute to an annual House winner.
How does Harrow Chongqing support students' wellbeing and safeguarding?
Pastoral welfare is central, with small tutor groups, form tutors, and a House system to provide personalised care. A designated Safeguarding Lead and safeguarding team oversee welfare, with policies aligned to UK acts and a dedicated Safeguarding email for concerns.
How is bilingualism reinforced in daily teaching?
The school provides bilingual teaching with 70% English instruction and 30% Chinese instruction across core subjects. The Chinese National Curriculum is delivered through bilingual, bi-cultural programmes, and English-language subjects are taught in English to ensure strong language proficiency.
What kinds of extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities are available?
There is a Leadership & Service Programme, a Super-Curriculum, and an Expeditions Programme with outdoor education experiences. Students can engage in clubs, societies, and sports, and take on roles through the Student Council and House Leaders.
What is the school's history and community approach?
Harrow LiDe School Chongqing opened in 2020 and is part of the AISL Harrow Schools in Asia network. The campus design echoes Harrow's London heritage, and the school emphasises an open community with frequent events and communications that involve families.
What languages are taught, and how is bilingual education implemented?
The school delivers bilingual education in English and Chinese. Core subjects are taught in English, while Chinese language, culture and related subjects are taught in Chinese, with the Chinese National Curriculum delivered through bilingual programmes in Pre-Prep and the EYFS blending English with Chinese content.
What is the school's governance structure?
Harrow Chongqing is governed by a board of Governors and is part of the AISL Harrow Schools in Asia network, with guidance from AISL's Oversight Team to ensure strategic alignment and safeguarding.
How can I contact admissions or arrange a visit?
Admissions Officers can be contacted to register for an Open Day or to discuss enrolment. You can email admissions@harrowchongqing.cn or call the admissions numbers listed for general inquiries and visits.
Are there opportunities for student leadership and service?
Yes. Students can take on leadership roles through the Student Council and House Leaders, and participate in the Leadership & Service Programme as well as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, including expeditions and service activities.
Is there a uniform policy?
Uniform is compulsory for all pupils and can be purchased online via CollegePro.
