Recognise International Academy is an international school in Shenzhen where every child is known and encouraged to thrive. We combine academic challenge with genuine personal attention in a warm, international community.

🎓 Ages 4–16

📍 Shekou, Shenzhen

📅 Serving Shenzhen since 2009

📘 British Curriculum

RIA’s classes are intentionally small, allowing teachers to challenge, support and encourage each child as an individual. High academic expectations sit alongside a calm, friendly atmosphere in which students develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.  Every student’s talents and interests are appreciated and everyone is encouraged to take an active part in school life.

Academic attainment and personal well-being belong together – with one supporting the other. Our students are encouraged to think independently, be curious and confident, and to fulfil their potential within the high standards of our curriculum. At RIA, enjoying school and making excellent progress go hand in hand, and our approach sets up a valuable attitude towards life-long learning.

For families moving to, or living in Shenzhen, our mix of individual attention, high expectations and a genuine sense of community offers an education that our students and families consistently rate as first class.

Classes of no more than ten students allow teachers to understand how each child learns best and to respond quickly when they need support or greater challenge.

Our UK curriculum is established, credibe and has recognised, built-in standards that transfer worldwide. It offers challenge, flexibility and an authentic reporting system.

Students make rapid progress because teaching is carefully matched to individuals. Children are challenged appropriately and enjoy their learning.

Children of different backgrounds and nationalities learn alongside one another in a friendly, supportive environment where everyone is known and valued.