Education Costs in Shanghai
School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Education Costs in Shanghai: price table | 2 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Shanghai | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Education FAQs for Shanghai | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Education Costs in Shanghai
School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | $1,380 | $735 – $2,647 |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | $28,716 | $19,115 – $47,583 |
- Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child $1,380$735 – $2,647
- International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child $28,716$19,115 – $47,583
Other categories in Shanghai
Education in Shanghai: FAQs
- How much does education cost in Shanghai?
- School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket. Per-item prices for Shanghai are listed above.
- Are these education prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the education data for Shanghai?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on education. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Shanghai main cost-of-living page.