WELCOME
Thank you for your interest in Utahloy International School Guangzhou
Whether you already live in China or will be relocating from another country, we understand that selecting a school for your child is a big decision for you and your family. Our Admissions Team is here year-round to help support your family throughout the admissions process.
As you review the information below, please feel free to contact us with any questions: admissions@uisgz.org
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Enrollment eligibility
As an international school aligned with the relevant regulations set by the Guangzhou Education Bureau, UISG can only offer enrollment to students holding valid foreign passports or children who are Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan residents. We cannot offer enrollment to children who hold a People’s Republic of China passport.
If you are uncertain whether your child is eligible to apply to UISG, please get in touch with the Admissions Office before you begin the application process.
HOW IT WORKS
Four steps to joining UISG
Our application process is completed online through the OpenApply Admissions Portal, and our Admissions Team follows along and supports you at every step.
PREPARE · GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT
Which grade will my child join?
Students are placed in a grade level after due consideration of their chronological age, previous school experience, achievement level, and emotional and physical maturity, with consideration given to UISG’s curriculum, standards, and expectations.
Students who have not completed a full academic year of a given grade level by the start of the school year will be enrolled in the same grade level. For mid-year applications from other national school systems whose school calendars differ from ours, students may be required to complete the UISG school year at their current grade level.
UISG recognizes that parents or students may have differing opinions about grade-level placement after a transfer from a different educational system, program of studies, or calendar year. However, UISG reserves the right to make all final determinations regarding grade-level placement.
| Class | Age by August 31 |
|---|---|
| Nursery | 18–24 months |
| K | 2–3 years old |
| K1 | 3–4 years old |
| K2 | 4–5 years old |
| K3 | 5–6 years old |
| Grade | Age by August 31 |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 6–7 years old |
| Grade 2 | 7–8 years old |
| Grade 3 | 8–9 years old |
| Grade 4 | 9–10 years old |
| Grade 5 | 10–11 years old |
| Grade | Age by August 31 |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 11–12 years old |
| Grade 7 | 12–13 years old |
| Grade 8 | 13–14 years old |
| Grade 9 | 14–15 years old |
| Grade 10 | 15–16 years old |
| Grade 11 | 16–17 years old |
| Grade 12 | 17–18 years old |
Ages are as of August 31 of the school year of entry.
APPLY · REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Submitting an application
Once you have decided to join the UISG community, complete the application form online through our OpenApply Admissions Portal. We strongly suggest having these documents ready to upload before you start.
- A copy of each parent/legal guardian’s passport and valid documentation to reside in mainland China.
- A copy of the student’s passport and valid documentation to reside in mainland China.Families living outside mainland China may not yet have a valid Chinese visa or residence permit. You can submit passport copies first and email copies of the visa or residence permit once available.
- A copy of the student’s birth certificate.
- A passport-sized photo of the student for their student ID.
- Official school reports from at least the last two years, plus the Certificate of Attendance and Enrollment from the previous school.All academic documents must be in English or come with a verified translation.
- Confidential reference form: for Grades 1–12, use the online portal to send a confidential reference request to your child’s most recent teacher or Principal.
- If your child has a diagnosed learning need, has received learning support at a previous school, or has any significant medical conditions, please provide detailed reports of their history of support.
- A copy of the student’s most up-to-date vaccination record.
Application fee
The application fee is RMB 2,000, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. The application cannot be processed until the fee is paid.
Admissions testing
Depending on your child’s age and English school experience, they may be asked to complete an English assessment as part of the application process.
Interview
After you complete an application, the Admissions Office will schedule an interview for your child with the Head of Division.
REVIEW · ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
How applications are reviewed
UISG’s Admission Policy is designed to encourage diversity in our student body and to ensure that students admitted to UISG can benefit from our educational provision and succeed in our structured learning objectives. UISG is an inclusive school and aims to offer appropriate services to support the enrollment of English Language Learners (ELL) and students with mild learning support needs.
UISG is a co-educational, secular school established to serve predominantly expatriate families in China. Admission to UISG is determined by the Head of School based on:
- The potential of the applicant to benefit from the educational services available.
- The capacity of the school to meet the educational needs of the applicant.
- The results of admission assessments, where applicable.
- The availability of places. Students may be admitted at any time during the academic year unless the timing affects the completion of their courses.
Students wishing to enroll directly in the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12) must meet additional language and course requirements as determined by the IB Diploma Coordinator.
The school reserves the right to deny admission or re-enrollment to any applicant if, in its opinion, admission or re-enrollment would not be in the best interest of the applicant or the school. Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Expulsion from a previous school for violent or aggressive behavior, or any behavior considered a Serious Offense in our Parent Student Handbook.
- A student who is not living with his or her immediate family or guardian.
- A student without the documentation required to reside and study in mainland China.
RESPONSE
Your admissions decision
Once all application requirements are complete, the Admissions Office issues a formal admissions response based on feedback from the Head of Division, Head of School, and Head of Admissions.
Welcome to UISG
You will receive an official enrollment letter and a debit note with the payment deadlines required to secure your child’s place. The Admissions Office will work closely with you and our academic leaders to support a smooth transition into our learning community.
Grade level at capacity
If your child has applied for a grade level that has reached maximum capacity, they may be placed in the wait pool for future consideration. If a place becomes available, the Admissions Office will contact you to discuss the enrollment timeline.
Enrollment not offered
If we are unable to offer your child enrollment, the Admissions Office will send an official letter explaining the reasons for the decision.
CONNECTING HORIZONS
Questions? We’re here year-round
Our Admissions Team would love to hear from you: admissions@uisgz.org
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