Senior School (ages 11 to 18)

Academic Excellence

Our specialist teachers are experts in their subjects and deeply invested in every student's progress. Classes remain small and well-resourced, so teachers can give personalised, real-time feedback and build the kind of relationships with students and families that make a genuine difference to outcomes. It is this combination of exacting academic standards and close personal attention that consistently sees our students achieve outstanding results and go on to secure places at top universities around the world.

Dulwich College Shanghai's Class of 2026 achieved an average IB score of 38 at our Pudong campus and 37.5 at our Puxi campus, both significantly above the global average. Dulwich Pudong has held the top position in the China League IB Table for consecutive years. 

Co-Curricular Activities

Our Co-Curricular programme provides opportunities for students to excel and develop passions and skills in sport, performing arts and academic enrichment, with over 100 CCAs on offer. We encourage all students to take part in a service project or community group, and Senior School students take part in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award — a fantastic experience that takes learning beyond the classroom and focuses on the life skills students need to be worldwise once they leave us.

Student Leadership

Senior School students have numerous formal and informal opportunities for service learning and building leadership skills, developing a strong sense of identity, an understanding of their place in the world, and the confidence to make an impact on their community. Our Prefect programme plays a key role in empowering students to have their voices heard and to shape College life.

Wellbeing

Wellbeing is a major focus in Senior School, in recognition of the fact that sound wellbeing is a prerequisite for optimal academic achievement. It is taught as part of the curriculum and supplemented through CCAs and other programmes, empowering students to take ownership of their own wellbeing and understand their role in the wellbeing of others.

University and Career Counselling

University and Career Counselling begins in Year 9. Our philosophy is to empower students to find their best-fit university, and our track record reflects that focus: students average more than five applications each, and our guarantee is that 100% of deadlines are met and 100% of students receive a programme acceptance after graduation.

Worldwise Alumni Network

Since our first graduating class, we have grown a vibrant alumni network spanning the world. Our Worldwise Alumni Network (WAN) draws together graduates from across Dulwich College International, providing unique professional and social opportunities through in-person events and our online platform.