Dulwich Tops the China IB League for the 4th Year
2025 marks another milestone for Dulwich College International (DCI). As Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) celebrates its 20th anniversary, the school proudly ranks No.1 in China's IB League within the international schools' category, extending DCI schools' remarkable streak of four consecutive years at the number one spot.
And it's not just DCB leading the way - this year, four DCI schools secured places among China's Top 10:
- Dulwich College Beijing (No.1)
- Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong (No.2)
- Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi (No.6)
- Dulwich College Suzhou (No.7)
This outstanding performance underscores DCI's consistent academic excellence and leadership in IB education across China.
What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the long-term trend: for the past four years, DCI students have averaged 7 points above the global IB average - 20-25% higher than peers worldwide. This highlights the strong academic foundation and the in depth experience that DCI has with the IB programme, as well as the unwavering commitment and dedication of our teachers, parents and students.
"At Dulwich College International, the strength of our IB programme lies in the foundations we have carefully built. An extensive range of IB subjects supported by unparalleled core programmes; experienced IB teachers and examiners who consistently go above and beyond; and a culture of strong student agency and peer support—all of these combine to create an environment where our students not only succeed but truly thrive."
Lesley Meyer, Chief Education Officer
This year, 326 graduates across six Dulwich College International schools are set to embark on the next stage of their journeys at leading universities worldwide. Collectively, they have received 230 offers from QS Top 30 universities — a testament to the global recognition of DCI graduates.
The Class of 2025 results showcase the strength, diversity, and global reach of a Dulwich education. With 44% of offers from the UK and 38% from the US, our graduates excel across the most competitive higher education systems worldwide.
Among these results are offers from some of the world's most selective institutions:
- 6 offers from Oxbridge
- 83 offers from UK G5 universities
- 384 offers from the Russell Group
- 17 offers from Ivy League, MIT and Stanford
- 38 offers from US Top 20 universities
- 294 offers from US Top 60 universities
These offers reflect not only our students' academic excellence but also their creativity, leadership, and global mindset - qualities nurtured every day at DCI.
"I am incredibly proud of our students, teachers and families for this remarkable achievement: four consecutive years at the top of the China IB League. This success reflects not only academic excellence, but also the strength of the DCI community. What makes me even more excited is how our students are translating this success into university applications. From the United States and the United Kingdom to leading universities across Asia, Europe and beyond, our graduates are standing out and winning places at the world's very best institutions. This is a powerful demonstration of the 'Truly International' global advantage that a DCI education provides."
Fraser White, Founder & Chairman
At DCI, we are committed to empowering every student to discover and achieve their fullest potential, preparing them not just for university, but for impactful, meaningful lives as future global leaders. This is what it means to Live Worldwise.
Stay tuned for our upcoming full report on DCI's 2025 University Matriculations!
