Admission to public junior high schools in Changning district follows a "no-test, proximity-based enrollment" principle. The admission methods include:

• Computerized random assignment/designated school allocation
• Centralized assignment

1. Computerized random assignment

Primary school students in the district who are set to graduate this year and whose parents hold a Shanghai Residence Card (Type B) will be enrolled either through computerized random assignment or designated school allocation.

2. Centralized assignment

For international students seeking to enroll in junior high schools (Grades 7-9) in Changning district, the following procedures apply based on their current educational status:

(1) Current Primary School Students in Changning

International students graduating from a primary school in Changning may apply to continue their education in the district through their current primary school.

They need to submit an "Application for Continued Enrollment for International Students", which will be reviewed by Changning District Education Bureau. Students will then be assigned to a qualified public junior high school based on residential address and school capacity.

(2) New Enrollments from Outside Shanghai

International students not currently enrolled in a Shanghai primary school but meeting admission requirements must provide the following documents for registration:

• A parent's work permit (Foreigner's Work Permit) and valid Shanghai residence permit (minimum 1 year).
• Passports of both the student and at least one parent.
• Shanghai Temporary Residence Card (境外人员临时住宿证) issued by the local police.
• Birth certificate of the student.
• Proof of residence in Changning (e.g., rental contract or property ownership certificate).
• Guardianship notarization (required only if the student does not live with parents, issued by Changning Notary Office).

How to Apply:

Check the Changning Education Enrollment Center website for the latest "Non-Local Student Enrollment Guidelines" or call 021-6278-7558 for inquiries (working hours: 9 am–11:30 am, 1:30 pm–4:30 pm).

Submit documents for review. Approved students will be assigned to a qualified public junior high school based on residency and seat availability.

For further assistance, contact the Changning District Education Bureau.

 

Source: Changning District Education Bureau