Suzhou Singapore International School

Founded in 1996, Suzhou Singapore International School (SSIS) is the first, oldest, and most experienced international school in Suzhou, China. SSIS is a fully authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, as well as the High School Diploma, for students aged 2–18. The school is located in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), China's most prominent joint development zone. SSIS is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and serves approximately 1,300 students from over 45 nationalities — one of the most diverse international school communities in the Jiangsu region. The school's curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning, multilingualism, and intercultural understanding. Students may study Chinese, Korean, German, Japanese, and French alongside English. Facilities include modern science labs, performing arts spaces, swimming pool, gymnasium, and outdoor sports fields. SSIS consistently achieves outstanding IB Diploma results, with graduates gaining admission to top universities worldwide. Its long history, accreditation, and Singapore-rooted educational heritage make SSIS the definitive international school for expatriate families in Suzhou.