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Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Japanese, German, French, Spanish, Mandarin, English, Chamorro
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Changsha WES Academy (WES International) is a K-12 international school located in Changsha, Hunan Province. It was founded in 2010 and is the only international school in Hunan Province approved by the PRC Ministry of Education that uses English as the primary language of instruction for foreign children aged 2 to 18. The school is accredited as an IB World School and Cambridge International Education Centre and is a Council of International Schools (CIS) member. Programs span the IB Primary Years Programme, Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, the IB Diploma Programme, and the IB Career-related Programme. The campus serves Early Years through High School, with specialist options in Physical Education, Dance, Music, and Visual Arts, and a range of co-curricular activities. English is the language of instruction; Chinese is taught as a subject across grade levels. The school emphasises small class sizes and a diverse, international staff from more than 20 countries. The campus is located at No. 8 Dongyi Road in the Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone. For prospective families, the school offers both IB and Cambridge pathways and participates in ACAMIS, CIS, and IB networks.
8 Dongyi Rd, Xingsha, Changsha County, Changsha, Hunan, China, 410100
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The Essentials
WES Academy (Changsha) has instruction in English.
Location
No. 8 Dongyi Road, Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone, Hunan Province, China. The school is located within the Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone, a designated development district in Changsha. It serves foreign children and operates as the MOE-approved international school in Hunan that uses English as the primary language of instruction.
Stages
The school offers Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, High School, and Higher Education. It serves foreign children aged approximately 2 to 18 years.
Type
Co-educational. Boarding facilities are available for students.
Additional learning support
Detailed SEN provisions are not publicly published by the school.
Country affiliation
Affiliated with the Singapore-based WES Group; established in partnership with the Changsha CETZAC and WES Group of Singapore.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated in the school's published materials or accreditation listings.
School day structure
The school year runs from August to June. Publicly published start times for the school day are not listed on the site; the calendar and policies indicate a full-day international programme.
Bus service
Information about a school bus service is not publicly published on the school's pages; families should contact Admissions for transport options. The school can be reached at +86-0731-8691-4921 or info.cwa@wes-group.org for transport inquiries.
Diving Deeper
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Academics
WES Academy (Changsha) teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Changsha WES Academy uses a staged, internationally oriented curriculum across Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary and High School. The Early Years segment runs Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Pre-Kindergarten under EYFS, while Kindergarten follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum, with all stages aligned to the IB framework. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs from Grade 1 to Grade 5, blending the Cambridge Primary Curriculum with the IB framework; core subjects English, Mathematics and Science follow Cambridge, with weekly instruction in English and Chinese. Lower Secondary (Grades 6-8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum for English, Mathematics, Science and Global Perspectives, with a timetable including Art, Music, Physical Education, Dance, Drama and ICT, and two English strands: Mainstream and EAL. High School (Grades 9-12) offers IGCSE in 9-10, and A-Levels, IBDP, or IBCP in 11-12, with detailed subject options such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science for A-Levels and a six-subject IBDP program; IBCP is a vocational pathway. Specialist classes include Physical Education, Dance, Music, Visual Arts and ICT across stages.
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Admissions
Admissions
The admissions process starts with collecting the student's basic information. Admissions staff review the student's academic background and personal details. They assess the student's circumstances and strengths to tailor an approach. A preliminary higher-education plan is drafted that outlines potential pathways for the student.
Scholarships
WES Academy does not publish a school-based scholarship program in its admissions materials.
Waitlist
There is no published information about a waitlist or pool system for admissions.
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FAQs
What curriculum does WES Academy follow?
Changsha WES Academy uses a staged, internationally oriented curriculum across Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary and High School.
What age range does WES Academy serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 135,000 to RMB 170,600. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Does the school offer boarding?
Yes, WES Academy offers boarding. It is described as co-educational, co-educational (boarding).
Where is WES Academy located?
No. 8 Dongyi Road, Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone, Hunan Province, China. The school is located within the Changsha Economic and Technological Development Zone, a designated development district in Changsha.
When was WES Academy established?
The school was established in 2010.
Who leads WES Academy?
The school is led by Simon Weight.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the language of instruction across the curriculum for foreign students aged 2–18.
How do I apply to WES Academy?
The admissions process starts with collecting the student's basic information. Admissions staff review the student's academic background and personal details. They assess the student's circumstances and strengths to tailor an approach.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Arts and creative CCAs include Arts and Crafts, Sketching, Embroidery, Handcrafts, and Choir. These activities promote open-mindedness, inquiry, risk-taking, and reflection, and they support international-mindedness and cross-cultural interaction.
What accreditations does WES Academy hold?
1) IB World School (International Baccalaureate Organization). The school is an IB World School and the first IB World School authorised in Hunan Province, indicating it offers IB programmes and adheres to IB standards.
Is there a school bus service?
Information about a school bus service is not publicly published on the school's pages; families should contact Admissions for transport options.
