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Studying A-Levels in Shanghai

A-Levels are a rigorous, globally recognised qualification that prepares students for university in the UK and beyond. Students typically take three or four subjects in depth over two years, completing AS content in the first year and full A2 papers in the second.

In Shanghai, A-Levels are taught through two quite different routes. International schools for children of foreign passport holders, such as Harrow Shanghai, run British-style sixth forms, while Chinese nationals typically study A-Levels at private bilingual schools such as Ulink and Adcote, or at the international departments of public high schools, which have become a major route to overseas universities. Cambridge International is the most common board, with Pearson Edexcel International and OxfordAQA International also widely used. Our tutoring supports students on both routes, including those studying demanding subjects in English as a second language.

With tailored learning plans built around each school's syllabus and exam series, we help students across Shanghai reach their full potential in the A-Level curriculum.

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Schools we have supported in Shanghai

So far, we have helped students achieve A*/A grades in their chosen subjects from the following schools in Shanghai:

  • Harrow International School Shanghai
  • Ulink College of Shanghai
  • Adcote School Shanghai
Who this page is for

International schools: Shanghai's schools for foreign passport holders, many offering A-Levels alongside or instead of the IB Diploma. Enrolment at these schools is generally limited to foreign nationals.

Bilingual schools and international departments: Chinese students in Shanghai at private bilingual schools and public-school international departments, usually following IGCSE or a foundation year into a two-year A-Level programme, often in English as a second language.

Students targeting the UK and Hong Kong: Families building towards UCAS or Hong Kong university applications who need the grades and subject depth that top offers require.

Private candidates: Students entering exams independently through the British Council in Shanghai, including retakers, board-switchers and students adding a subject.

Why families in Shanghai choose A-Levels

A-Levels are the standard entry route to UK universities and are recognised for admission in the US, Canada, Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong. For Chinese families in Shanghai they are usually a deliberate choice to study overseas: the A-Level route replaces the gaokao, and grades feed directly into UCAS and international applications. The exam-based format and choice of three or four subjects let students concentrate on exactly what their target degree requires.

  • Direct UCAS route to UK universities
  • Accepted by Hong Kong universities through non-JUPAS admission
  • Recognised for US, Canadian, Australian and Singapore admissions
  • Three or four subjects in depth rather than a broad diploma

Why students in Shanghai choose us

Shanghai has a large tutoring market, but specialist A-Level support is patchy. Most local tutors teach in Chinese and focus on the gaokao, and much of the A-Level help available is exam-drill classes that don't build the written English, extended reasoning and data analysis that A-Level mark schemes reward. Students writing long-form answers in Economics, Biology or English in a second language need tutors who know exactly what examiners credit on their board.

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Meet our tutors for students in Shanghai

Our team is a combination of A-Level graduates who sat these exams recently and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience. The tutors below already teach students in Shanghai.

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Aster A, online A Level Further Maths, Pure Maths & Physics Tutor
Aster A
$85 USD /hr
Professional

48

Aster is an experienced international educator with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and several years of experience teaching and tutoring students across a range of international curricula, including Cambridge, Australian, and other globally recognised programs. She specialises in Physics, Mathematics, Science, English, and academic skills development, and has worked with students from primary school through to senior secondary levels.

Throughout her career, Aster has taught students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, including Australian students in online learning environments. Her experience extends beyond subject content to helping students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, exam techniques, academic writing, and independent learning skills. She is also experienced in supporting students with essay writing, research projects, and assessment preparation.

Aster's teaching approach focuses on making complex concepts clear, engaging, and accessible. She adapts lessons to each student's learning style and believes that strong understanding is built through curiosity, confidence, and active participation. Students and parents appreciate her patient, supportive, and encouraging manner, as well as her ability to explain challenging topics in a simple and relatable way.

With a strong background in science education and a passion for helping students achieve their academic goals, Aster is committed to helping every student build confidence, improve performance, and enjoy the learning process.

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Maria G, online A Level Maths, Biology & French Tutor
Maria G
$60 USD/hr
Academic

27

Maria Beatrice teaches maths, biology and french and prepares students for admission in prestigious universities and faculties (such as medicine, economics, engineering and architecture).

She is a med student currently in her sixth year of studies, she has attended Bocconi university for one year before realizing that medicine was the right path for her.

Before university she completed high school diplomas (American, French and Italian), she graduated with honors and 4 AP exams (in which she got the scores 5,5,5,4) in Los Angeles and then got a double diploma in Milan.

Maria Beatrice has a deep interest in scientific subjects and in emergency medicine; she, indeed, volunteers as an ambulance rescuer.

Maria Beatrice has a long experience with tutoring, she started tutoring while still in high school because she loved sharing her knowledge with her peers.

She has been teaching A-level students for 5 years and has helped go through SAT and University admission tests preparation for more than 4 years.

She loves discovering new and different methods personally adjusted for each individual students, she also treasures being challenged every day and her main goal is to make students feel understood since she went through the same experiences and knows how pressured they can feel.

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Daniel E, online A Level Chemistry & Biology Tutor
Daniel E
$60 USD/hr
Academic

20

Daniel is a passionate, high-achieving tutor currently pursuing his Medical Degree at the University of Nicosia. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with honors from the prestigious American University of Beirut (AUB), where he built a strong foundation in the physical sciences, analytical reasoning, and academic research.

In recognition of his scientific potential, Daniel was awarded the URE 2023–2024 grant for his work in organic chemistry. He is also a Senior Research Assistant at Operation 12 at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), where he contributes to groundbreaking research in psychology, exploring the intersections between cognition, behavior, and mental health.

Daniel’s academic excellence began early. He completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme with a score of 41 out of 45, achieving perfect 7s in Higher Level Biology, Chemistry, and Business, and strong performance in his Standard Level subjects.

Daniel teaches Chemistry and Biology for the A-level and GCSE. he has helped students excel and achieve the highest marks, with most of his students scoring A* in the A-levels and Grades 8 and 9 in GCSE, with many of his students moving on to attending top ranked international schools.

With years of tutoring experience, Daniel has helped students across high school and university levels master difficult subjects, prepare for major exams, and build long-term academic confidence. His teaching style is clear, strategic, and empowering. He breaks down complex ideas into manageable steps, adapts his methods to suit each student's learning style, and always aims to make learning engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable.

Daniel believes that with the right support, every student is capable of excellence. He brings that belief into every session

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Cheryl L, online A Level Biology Tutor
Cheryl L
$85 USD /hr
Professional

46

Cheryl is a highly qualified Biologist. She holds a First Class Honours degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology from the University of Sheffield and a PhD (focusing on the oxytocin receptor in the male reproductive tract) from the University of Bristol.

For the last 26 years, Cheryl has taught in independent schools around the globe (including the UK, NZ and Egypt). She has taught Biology at the following levels: (I)GCSE and A level and is familiar with all of the examination boards offering these subjects. Human Biology and Chemistry GCSE is also something Cheryl is familiar with.

Keeping up to date with the courses through professional development, Cheryl's understanding of the mentioned courses is current.

Cheryl's students have consistently achieved grades greater than their CEM data predictions. This means that Cheryl always adds 'value' to the achievement of her students.

Cheryl also likes to aid students with study and revision skills. She has a Master's degree in Education and Psychology from the University of Cambridge. Her thesis investigated the impact of graphic organisers on metacognition and learning.

Cheryl has been described as approachable and good humored and builds working relationships easily. She uses a constructivist approach in her teaching which means that her students are not passive but active learners.

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Abdullahi D, online GCSE Global Citizenship Tutor
Abdullahi D
$85 USD /hr
Professional

49

Abdullahi D, a Global Citizenship & Government Teacher and Tutor.

GCSE Citizenship Studies WAEC Government A-Level Government and Politics.

I am a dedicated Global Citizenship and Government teacher and tutor with [ Eleven years] experience supporting students for WAEC WASSCE Government as well as the UK curriculum equivalent, GCSE Citizenship Studies (AQA, Edexcel, and OCR)

My teaching approach is concept-first and exam-focused: I break down complex topics like democracy, governance, federalism, and human rights into clear, real-world examples, then build exam confidence through source analysis, structured essay writing, and past-paper drills tailored to each board’s mark scheme.

I have helped GCSE and WASSCE students move from average grades to better positions through personalised tutoring, regular feedback, and active discussion that develops critical thinking for both exams and engaged citizenship.

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Natasha W, online A Level Biblical Studies & English Tutor
Natasha W
$85 USD /hr
Professional

23

Natasha W is an experienced educator and academic coach with over 25 years in education, including 14 years at an IB World School. She holds a Master of Education in Teaching and Innovation and currently serves as an adjunct professor, where she supports college students in academic writing, critical thinking, and research-based assignments.

In her early years of learning under the British system, she attended a high school where A- level GSCE subjects were taught. Also as an adjunct professor, she helped students to achieve outstanding results in A-level GSCE. Natasha specializes in English, Literature, English as a Second Language, History, Biblical Studies and Religious Studies. She has worked with students from over 40 nationalities and is highly skilled in supporting multilingual learners to develop clarity, confidence, and precision in their communication. Her students consistently improve in essay structure, argument development, and overall academic performance.

In addition to her teaching experience, Natasha has worked with schools and organizations to strengthen communication and engagement across diverse teams, bringing a global and practical perspective to her work with students.

Natasha’s teaching style is structured, supportive, and empowering. She focuses on building independent thinkers by breaking down complex tasks, aligning work with IB assessment criteria, and gradually releasing responsibility to the student. She ensures that each session is purposeful, engaging, and tailored to help students achieve both academic success and long-term confidence

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Harsha B, online A Level Business & Economics Tutor
Harsha B
$85 USD /hr
Professional

21

With 2 years of teaching experience in the UAE, I have worked with students across different academic levels and learning abilities, specialising in Business and Economics at GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level. My experience includes teaching across the Edexcel International GCSE and International A Level (IAL) curricula, as well as supporting students with different academic goals and examination requirements.

I have extensive experience in lesson planning, exam preparation, past-paper practice, exam-style responses and individualised student support. My teaching approach combines clear concept-building with real-world application, while developing strong application, analysis, evaluation and exam technique. I adapt my lessons to each student’s strengths, areas for improvement and pace of learning.

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Joogal K, online A Level Biology Tutor
Joogal K
$85 USD /hr
Professional

27

Joogal is an experienced Biology and Chemistry educator with a strong focus on A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry. He currently teaches IB Biology and Chemistry at one of Singapore’s leading IB schools and has extensive experience across the A-Level, IGCSE and IB curricula.

He holds a degree in Chemistry and Microbiology from the National University of Singapore (NUS), where he also obtained a Second Class Upper Honours degree in Microbiology. He subsequently completed a Master of Education (Merit) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

Joogal has over two decades of teaching experience, including eight years as a lecturer at Anglo-Chinese Junior College (ACJC), where he taught A-Level Biology. He subsequently joined Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), where he taught IBDP Biology and Chemistry. His experience teaching different curricula has given him a strong understanding of the content, examination requirements and skills needed for students to perform well in A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry.

In addition to teaching, Joogal has worked with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) for 20 years, serving as an IA moderator and Theory of Knowledge examiner. He has also been trained in Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS). His extensive experience as both a classroom teacher and examiner gives him valuable insight into assessment expectations and common areas where students can improve.

As a Senior Teacher and former Head of IB Biology, Joogal has extensive experience in identifying students’ learning needs, addressing gaps in understanding and developing targeted strategies to help students achieve their academic goals. He places particular emphasis on developing a strong conceptual foundation, examination skills and the ability to apply knowledge to unfamiliar questions.

As a tutor, Joogal believes that effective tuition should go beyond simply covering content. He provides students with structured guidance, targeted resources and systematic practice to build their understanding and confidence. At the same time, he encourages students to become independent learners by attempting questions on their own, applying concepts and taking responsibility for their learning.

With his extensive experience in A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry, as well as IB Biology and Chemistry, Joogal is able to support students across different curricula and adapt his teaching approach to their individual learning needs.

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Orn I, online A Level Chemistry Tutor
Orn I
$85 USD /hr
Professional

46

I'm Dr. Orn I — Yale PhD biochemist, Associate Professor of Biochemistry at Mahidol University, and a private chemistry tutor with 12+ years of experience guiding international school students through iGCSE and A-Level Chemistry from across different boards. Past students have been admitted to Stanford, Cambridge, Pomona, and Vanderbilt. I work with one student at a time, build each lesson around their specific exam board and school mark scheme, and send a written recap after every session. Online via Zoom / MS Teams from Thailand.

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The tutors above are a selection from our team, please contact our Learning Advisors to discuss tutoring options for Shanghai

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4.9/5 from 312 reviews · used by students at 500+ schools

"My tutor showed me exactly how examiners mark Maths papers. We went through past papers every week, and I went from a predicted B to an A* in the summer."
Emily R
Emily R
A Level Maths (2025)
"I was falling behind in Chemistry after missing a term. My tutor was patient, well organised and filled in every gap. I walked into my exams feeling ready for the first time."
Daniel K
Daniel K
A Level Chemistry (2025)
"Weekly sessions on essay structure completely changed my History grades. My tutor knew the mark scheme inside out, and my coursework came back with full marks."
Sophie M
Sophie M
A Level History (2025)
"Booking was easy and my tutor fitted around my school timetable. Physics finally made sense, and I got the grades I needed for my Engineering offer."
Maria P
Maria P
A Level Physics (2025)
"I had my tutor for the final six months before exams. Every session was focused on my weak topics, and my Biology mock grade went up two grades by the real thing"
Hannah L
Hannah L
A Level Biology (2025)
"I was retaking Economics and needed a different approach. My tutor made the content click and helped me plan my revision properly. I improved from a C to an A"
Lisa T
Lisa T
A Level Economics (2025)

Sitting your A-Level exams in Shanghai

Which exam boards students in Shanghai follow, when the exam series run, and how private candidates register.

Which boards and exam sessions

A-Level programmes in Shanghai mostly follow Cambridge International, with Pearson Edexcel International and OxfordAQA International also common, particularly at bilingual schools. Because the international boards run more than one series a year, students can sit, or resit, without waiting a full year. Your exact papers and dates depend on the board your school has chosen.

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  1. Cambridge International (most schools): Two exam series each year: May/June (results in August) and October/November (results in January).
  2. Edexcel and OxfordAQA International: Edexcel International runs January, May/June and October/November series, and OxfordAQA International runs January and May/June series. Both are modular, so students can sit units across different series.

Exam centres and private candidate registration

Most students in Shanghai sit through their own school, many of which are registered Cambridge, Pearson or OxfordAQA centres. Those studying independently, resitting after leaving school, or taking a subject their school doesn't offer can register as private candidates. The British Council in China accepts private candidates for Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA exams, and runs Cambridge sittings in Shanghai as well as other major cities. Registration deadlines fall a few months before each series, and exam fees are paid to the centre, not to us.

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  1. Through your school: Students at a school registered as an exam centre are entered by the school. Nothing to arrange.
  2. As a private candidate at a local centre: The British Council registers private candidates online, and within one series you can sit different subjects at different centres. Centre and subject availability varies by board and city, and some centres offer A-Level only, so confirm before you register.
  3. Registration deadlines: Entry deadlines close a few months ahead of each series, roughly mid-summer for the October/November series. Plan early, especially for resits.

Where else we teach

We tutor A-Level students in over 50 countries. Every page covers the boards students follow locally and where they sit their exams.

FAQs

We have answers to your most frequently asked questions. Anything not answered here, please reach out to our team.

Do you also offer GCSE and IGCSE tutoring in Shanghai?

We do. Most Shanghai students we see before A-Level are on IGCSE, as bilingual schools and international departments typically use IGCSE as the bridge into their A-Level programme, so online IGCSE tutoring is the usual starting point. Online GCSE tutoring is available too for UK-board students. Both start from $50 USD (£38) per hour. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $75 USD (£56) per hour.

How much does A-Level tutoring cost in Shanghai?

Shanghai families pay our standard worldwide rates in USD: from $60 USD (£45) per hour for A-Level and AS with an academic tutor. Buying a package saves 5% on 10 to 20 hours, 10% on 21 to 30, 12.5% on 31 to 50 and 15% on 51 or more. Prefer flexibility? Pay as you go is invoiced after each lesson, with no lock-in. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $85 USD (£64) per hour. See pricing.

Late cancellations and no-shows are charged at half the lesson fee. That applies if you cancel less than one hour before the start time, or don't turn up. You can still change a session time whenever you need to, as long as you give your tutor notice.

Can tutors teach in Shanghai's time zone?

Yes. Shanghai runs on UTC+8, and we plan around it. Your child's availability and time zone are recorded on the application, and the Learning Advisor only matches you with a tutor who can teach at times that work, for example after school or at weekends. Find out more about our tutors and how they are matched.

Can I sit A-Levels as a private candidate in Shanghai?

Yes. Private candidates in Shanghai can register with the British Council in China, which accepts Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA entries and runs Cambridge sittings in the city. Within one series you can sit different subjects at different centres. Deadlines close a few months ahead, around mid-summer for October/November, and fees are paid to the centre. More on resits and retakes.

When do students in Shanghai sit their A-Level exams?

Shanghai students on Cambridge International sit in May/June or October/November. On Edexcel International there are January, May/June and October/November series; OxfordAQA International offers January and May/June. Both are modular, so units can be taken in different series. Entry deadlines fall a few months before each series, so confirm them with your school or centre. Resitting? See resits and retakes.

Which exam boards do A-Level students in Shanghai follow?

Cambridge International is the main board at Shanghai's A-Level schools. Edexcel International and OxfordAQA International are also widely used, especially in bilingual schools. Because schools choose their own board, it is worth checking your child's syllabus codes. Our Learning Advisor matches each student with a tutor who already teaches that exact board, so lessons follow the right specification from the first session.

Is A-Level tutoring in Shanghai online or in person?

We teach online, never in person, using our own virtual classroom. For Shanghai families this solves a real gap: the local market is dominated by Chinese-language gaokao tutoring and A-Level drill classes, which rarely build the long-form written answers that Economics or Biology mark schemes reward. Online, your child reaches a board specialist instead. Parents can sit in on any lesson. Read how it works.

Do you offer A-Level tutoring in Shanghai?

Yes, we tutor A-Level students across Shanghai, entirely online and one-to-one. Each student is paired with a tutor for their subject, board and target grade. Typical students attend schools for foreign passport holders, bilingual schools or public-school international departments, often studying in English as a second language, and many are aiming for UCAS or Hong Kong offers. Explore online A-Level tutoring.

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