Guangdong Shunde Desheng School Minxing Road, New District, Daliang, Shunde, Guangdong, 528300, China +86 0757 22325121

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School type	Co-educational Day & Boarding
Founded	2011
Status	Private
Head of School	Ms. Seraphina Chong Shuyi
Language of Instruction	English
Co-ed Age Range	12-18 years
Number of pupils	450
CNY	¥140,000 - ¥200,000 per annum
Authorised IB Programmes	IBDP
Diploma Coordinator	Mr. Kris Ma Xinqi
Associations	IB

Desheng School (International) (DSI), a global centre of excellence committed to holistic education, is part of a K–12 education group located in the heart of China’s Greater Bay Area and serving more than 10,000 students. Established in 2011, DSI is committed to nurturing independent, lifelong learners who strive for excellence and serve with compassion.

From Local Vision to Global Education

Over the past two decades, Desheng School has built a strong reputation for academic excellence in the local community. Building on this legacy, Mr. Chen Jiye, founding chairman of the Desheng Education Group, envisioned a world-class education that would provide local students with global opportunities and prepare them to pursue their aspirations. This vision led to the establishment of DSI.

DSI is supported by a dedicated and diverse teaching team that leads, nurtures, and inspires students, fostering a community that values innovation and collaboration. Our faculty is composed of teachers from over 17 countries. Many have made Shunde their long-term home, serving as role models who are committed to excellence and continually advancing their teaching practices with the support of the school.

Our commitment to professional growth is reflected in initiatives such as the DSI Education Conference, where teachers share their action research and innovative teaching practices grounded in the local context. Through continuous reflection and refinement, our teachers work together to cultivate a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for students.

A Comprehensive Curriculum and Diverse Pathways for Lifelong Learning

We offer a balanced and comprehensive curriculum designed to develop lifelong learners. The school provides a Foundation Programme, which integrates the Chinese National Curriculum with a school-based international curriculum, for Grades 7 and 8; Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9 and 10; and the IB Diploma Programme or A Levels for Grades 11 and 12. These diverse pathways allow students with different learning needs and goals to flourish at DSI.

A wide range of subjects, including Theatrical and Cinematic Arts, Arts and Design, Music, Computer Science, and AI, provides opportunities for students to explore their academic interests, talents, and passions. Differentiated instruction is central to our approach, with banded classes offered in English and Foundation Mathematics to better meet students’ individual learning needs.

In addition to core subjects, we offer a school-based curriculum that includes bridging programmes designed to help students transitioning from the national curriculum develop their Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills and strengthen their English proficiency within the international curriculum. The curriculum also includes courses designed to strengthen research and transdisciplinary thinking, promote active learning, and explore the philosophy of disciplines.

We offer the S Subjects Programme, where “S” stands for “Supplementary”. The programme, which mainly covers Mathematics, Sciences, and Economics, is designed to stretch and challenge our most capable students beyond the standard curriculum. It provides a richer, more rigorous, and more interconnected learning experience, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, independent inquiry, interdisciplinary connections, and real-world application.

Beyond academics, we are committed to fostering an English-rich environment through activities such as Principal Dialogues and student-led Assemblies, helping students develop effective communication skills and confidence within our multicultural community.

Experiential Programmes provide opportunities for real-world, interdisciplinary learning across areas such as history, cross-curricular research, problem-solving, service learning, and vocational exploration. These experiences culminate in sustained student projects within the communities they visit, helping students connect with local communities, and helping the communities to develop future leaders who serve others.

Developing Future Leaders Who Make a Difference

At DSI, we recognise the uniqueness of every student and provide holistic support for their growth. Our Pastoral Care and Career Guidance (PCCG) programme focuses on interpersonal, emotional, social, and career development. In addition, our Careers, Opportunities, and Guidance (COG) team and the Guidance Counselling Office (GCO) provide individual and family counselling, helping students set meaningful goals for the future while supporting their well-being.

Student life at DSI is vibrant, engaging, and enriching. Student-led initiatives, such as our Co-curricular Activities, enable students to explore their passions and develop leadership skills. Our CCAs have received regional, national, and international recognition, making a positive impact both within our community and beyond. Sabbatical Week empowers students to design, lead, and teach courses, sharing their expertise with the wider school community. The House System builds camaraderie and school spirit, while Sports Clubs offer weekly opportunities for both competitive and recreational sport. Early opportunities for service learning enable students to plan and implement CAS projects, including service at local centres for autistic children, elderly homes, rural village primary schools, fundraising events, arts galas, and more. These initiatives, guided by the Student Governing Council, develop empathy, initiative, and leadership among our learners.

Global Citizenship and Future Pathways

DSI graduates have gone on to study at leading universities around the world, including Harvard, Cornell, Columbia, the University of California, Berkeley, the University of Oxford, Imperial College London, the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, the University of Hong Kong, the University of Toronto, the University of Melbourne, and many more. 100% of DSI graduates are admitted to universities ranked among the top 100 globally.

DSI alumni continue to make meaningful contributions to society. They excel in fields such as biomedicine, tackling incurable diseases, and become community leaders who support underprivileged groups. They remain an integral part of the DSI family, serving as role models for current students and making a lasting impact on both local and global communities.

Looking Forward

As we look to the future, DSI remains committed to fostering Respect, Integrity, Self-discipline, and Excellence. We believe every DSI graduate carries forward our shared mission—to be a scholar, a leader, and a global citizen.