Clifford International School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$19K - US$25K
Curriculum: Canadian
Age Range: 6-18
Students: ~500
Location: Panyu, Guangzhou
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Clifford is a solid, affordable Canadian school in Panyu's Clifford Estates development - strong for families who want a smaller, community-focused school with AP options and don't need the IB. Ask about university destinations and current enrolment before applying.
Clifford International School is certified as an official Affiliated Overseas School of the Province of Manitoba, Canada, which means its credits are provincially recognised for Canadian university applications. The school serves around 500 students in Grades 1 to 12 across a substantial campus: 53 classrooms, four science labs, a 2,000 sq. m. indoor gym, a 25,000 sq. m. turf field with a 400 m track, and a 50-metre pool. AP courses and an on-campus SAT test centre make it a practical choice for families targeting North American universities.
Fees are among the lowest for a full-service international school in Guangzhou: CNY 135,000 per year for Grades 1-6, rising to CNY 176,000 for Grades 9-12 (fees billed per semester). The Clifford Estates campus in Panyu is a self-contained residential development with its own amenities - the school is embedded in the community rather than sitting in an industrial or commercial zone. Teacher feedback describes a close-knit community and a relatively stable environment.
Clifford is not a top-tier academic school by the standards of AISG or ISASC, and it does not offer the IB. University destination data is not prominently published - ask the school for recent graduate outcomes at the admissions visit. The for-profit ownership structure (linked to Clifford Group, the developer behind the estates) is worth understanding. The Panyu location is convenient for families living in that district, and around 30 minutes from central Guangzhou.
What parents value
- –Manitoba-certified Canadian curriculum with AP courses and on-campus SAT test centre. CNY 135,000-176,000 per year - among the most affordable full-service international schools in Guangzhou.
- –Substantial campus: 53 classrooms, 25,000 sq. m. turf field, 400 m track, 50-metre pool, 2,000 sq. m. indoor gym. Self-contained Clifford Estates community in Panyu.
Points of consideration
- –No IB programme. University destination data not prominently publicised - ask for recent graduate outcomes directly. Manitoba credential less familiar to non-North American universities than IB or A-levels.
- –For-profit school linked to Clifford Group property developer. Ask about governance, fee escalation history, and ownership structure at the admissions visit.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 6 | 19,748 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 19,748 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 19,748 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 19,748 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 19,748 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 19,748 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 21,795 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 21,795 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 25,745 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 25,745 |
| Grade 11 (AP Track) | 16 | 25,745 |
| Grade 12 (AP Track) | 17 | 25,745 |
Fees converted from CNY. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
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Student Body
Guangzhou's international schools serve a diverse community of families from across Asia, Europe, and North America. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
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