[The Big List]: 17 International School Open Days This October

YCIS (Yew Chung International School), the first international school invited by the Shanghai government in the 1990s, has since become a leading institution with six campuses across the city. Serving students aged 2 to 18, YCIS offers a unique bilingual program in English and Chinese, fostering global citizenship in a diverse, multicultural environment. Families are invited to attend Open Days for an inside look at the curriculum, teaching style, and vibrant school community through presentations, guided tours, and classroom visits. Read on

Shanghai Community International School (SCIS) is rolling out its May Open House on Oct 28, welcoming prospective families to experience life at this international school for Nursery to Pre-Kindergarten (Ages 2-4). It’s a chance to explore SCIS’s vibrant learning environments, meet the leadership team, and see firsthand how the school’s well-rounded curriculum and supportive, future-focused community help students thrive. Scan the QR code to register and get an inside look at what makes SCIS stand out.More Info →

Explore the upcoming open days at Xiehe Education Group this October! With events scheduled at campuses across Shanghai—Hongqiao, Gubei, Jiaoke, Wanyuan, Pudong-Sanlin, and Qingpu—parents and students have the opportunity to experience the unique educational offerings of SUIS. Open days include campus tours, program introductions, and interactive sessions, with dates varying by location. Read on

Shanghai American School, established in 1912, has over 3,000 students across two campuses and a community representing 40+ nationalities. As a non-profit, it reinvests all revenue back into facilities, programs, and teachers. SAS offers both AP and IB, 140+ clubs, 13 sports, and a college counseling team of nine.  In Oct, they’re opening the doors for their upcoming open day — join them at their Pudong campus on Oct 28 and Puxi campus on Oct 22 for a firsthand look at life as an SAS Eagle. .Read on

Dulwich College Shanghai is opening its campuses for a series of Open Days this October, giving families the chance to explore its learning environment, meet teachers, and discover programmes across different age groups. Open Days are available for DUCKS (ages 2–7), Junior School (ages 7–11), and Senior School (ages 11–18) at both the Puxi and Pudong campuses, with dates running from Oct 31 to November 3, 2026. Register now to find out more about the Dulwich education experience.More Info →

One of the world’s largest German School Abroad – recognised by the German Conference of the Ministers of Education, German School Shanghai (DSS), offers excellent German education from kindergarten to high school diploma. With nearly three decades history and experience in Shanghai, the two campuses - Hongqiao and Yangpu - along with the 1,100 students from 40 different countries welcome you to join this great community and its upcoming open days at their Campuses, you will meet the principals, educational and admissions teams, to experience the German culture and know more about the German education.

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The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS Puxi) is opening its doors to prospective families this school year. The school follows the English National Curriculum from Pre-Nursery to Year 13, with IGCSE and IB Diploma options for older students. Come along to one of the Open Days on October 27, 2026 or March 4, 2027 to take a look around the campus, meet the school community and find out more. Read on

Experience a top-ranked education for yourself at the next Shanghai French School open house. This non-profit international institution welcomes over 1,530 students (not just French nationals!) across its Qingpu and Yangpu campuses, offering robust multilingual streams in French, English, and Chinese. It’s your chance to tour the facilities, meet the leadership team, get the lowdown on the curriculum, and chat with current parents. Read on

Hangzhou International School (HIS) is holding open days for its Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle and High School divisions from November 2026 to June 2027. Families can visit the campuses, observe the learning environment and learn about the school's educational approach. Each session is limited to 100 families, with advance booking required. Under China's international school admission regulations, eligibility is limited to children of foreign nationals legally residing in China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan residents, and Chinese citizens permanently residing abroad. Read on

The best way to get to know a school is to spend time there, and Concordia’s Info Sessions and Open Days are a great way to do just that! Come learn more about the school's curriculum, activities, and community. Afterwards, take a guided tour of the campus to learn about the exceptional courses and programs that are available to Concordia students. Read on

For over 25 years, Nord Anglia International School Pudong has been a leading British international school, offering the English Curriculum, IGCSEs, and the IB Diploma for students aged 2-18. See it for yourself at their Open Day on Tuesday November 3, starting at 9am. Tour the facilities, meet the expert teachers, and get a feel for the supportive community that fosters academic excellence and develops confident global citizens. Read on

Looking for the right school fit? Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is opening its campus doors on November to January for families to explore its learning environment firsthand. The Open House includes guided campus tours, opportunities to meet the Academic Leadership Team, and a closer look at WISS’s bilingual Early Years programme, inquiry-based Primary curriculum, and Secondary pathways including IB, AP, and DSE. Read on

Wellington College International Shanghai is hosting October open days for its Early Years, Primary and Secondary divisions, giving prospective families a chance to tour the campus, observe classrooms and speak with school leaders and teachers. Sessions cover the school's curriculum, co-curricular activities, student wellbeing and personalised university and careers guidance. Spaces are limited, so advance registration is recommended.. Read on

Harrow Shanghai kicks off the new academic year with its first Discovery Day on Saturday, Oct 24. Families can explore the school’s full British education journey from Early Years to Upper School, experience immersive classroom activities, and get a closer look at campus life. The event also marks Harrow Shanghai’s 10th anniversary, offering a chance to discover the school’s growth and heritage over the past decade. Read on

Slide by MEINS at 155 Lixi Lu (near Jiangsu Lu) on Oct 20th (9:00–10:30am) for a playful, parent-centric open house. Whether you're curious about meeting the teachers, checking out the campus, or just in it for the outdoor games, coffee, and snacks—and hey, who isn't—this is your moment. The theme? Read on

Melody Preschool invites families to its Open Day on Oct 30th at the Jing’an Campus. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a vibrant, multicultural environment where children flourish through a personalized international curriculum, bilingual learning, creative arts, STEAM adventures, and more. With engaging theme courses such as Bugs in Spring, Melody Preschool provides a joyful, curiosity-driven experience designed to help each child reach their full potential. Interested families can scan the QR code to register and learn more about the school’s unique educational approach. Read on

Discover “More Than a School” at Magnolia Kindergarten’s Open Day on Saturday, November 21, from 9:30–12:30am. Offering English-Chinese education for children aged 1–6 and French-Chinese education from TPS to CP, Magnolia Kindergarten has provided bilingual education since 2014 through a hands-on learning philosophy. Families can tour the campus, join demo classes and outdoor activities, explore sensory play, and discover the school’s three playgrounds, activity studios and monthly field trips. Read on

Still searching for the right school in Shanghai? Our regularly updated School Open Days Full Listis one of the easiest ways to explore upcoming campus tours, info sessions, and admissions events across the city.

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