Opening September 2026: AISL Group Celebrates Topping-Out Ceremony for Harrow International School Guangzhou
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Harrow International School Guangzhou (Harrow Guangzhou), a highly anticipated addition to the Greater Bay Area’s international education landscape, recently celebrated its Teaching Building Topping-Out & International Education Exchange Agreement Signing in Huangpu, Guangzhou. The school is set to open in September 2026, welcoming children aged 3- 18 from expatriate families and residents of Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, and China Taiwan. Harrow Guangzhou will offer the British National Curriculum, including IGCSE and A-Level qualifications.
Established through a close partnership between AISL and Harrow School in the UK, a prestigious school with a 450-year legacy of educational excellence, Harrow Guangzhou upholds the values of "Courage, Honour, Humility, and Fellowship”. Blending AISL’s pioneering approach with the vibrant environment of Guangzhou’s Huangpu district, Harrow Guangzhou combines the essence of British education with high academic standards and the dynamic spirit of STEAM innovation. By embedding digital literacy and leveraging AI throughout the curriculum, students will benefit from exceptional educators and state-of-the-art facilities that empower their growth through interdisciplinary STEAM exploration, as well as in music, arts, and sports.
The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Mr Feng Guangjun, Director of the Committee for Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Overseas Chinese and Foreign Affairs, Guangzhou Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC); Mr Li Changgang, First-level Researcher, Guangzhou Municipal Education Bureau; Mr Zhong Bin, Director of the Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs Office, United Front Work Department of the Guangzhou Municipal Committee, as well as officials from relevant departments of Huangpu District. They were joined by Mr David Eyton, Chair of Governors of Harrow School and Director of Harrow International Schools Limited; Mr Daniel Chiu, Founder of AISL; and Dr Rosanna Wong, DBE, JP, Chairman of AISL, all of whom expressed their hopes and best wishes for the new school.
AISL currently operates 11 schools across Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, and Japan. In 2024, AISL Harrow students achieved impressive A-Level and IGCSE results, securing 1,244 offers, averaging 4 offers per student, from top universities worldwide, including Ivy League schools and Oxbridge.
The new school is strategically located in Huangpu, Guangzhou, a district renowned for cultivating cutting-edge talents. This area has evolved from the establishment of the famous Huangpu Military Academy to becoming one of the first national economic and technological development zones. Harrow Guangzhou instils academic excellence alongside strong character, poise, and exemplary habits, with an innovative curriculum designed to meet future demands, fostering creativity, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
"We are deeply honored to introduce world-class international education to Huangpu, Guangzhou, made possible by the unwavering support of the Huangpu District government and our esteemed partners. As Guangzhou's economy flourishes and asserts its leadership in innovation, Harrow Guangzhou is poised to prepare students to be agile thinkers and leaders ready to face tomorrow's challenges, while at the same time fostering their development as true global citizens who bridge cultures through their education and location." remarked Dr Rosanna Wong, DBE, JP, Chairman of AISL.
Situated in Sino-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City, a hub that provides access to premier innovation resources, including the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, and a home to over 300 foreign-funded enterprises, it is creating a fertile ground for collaboration with Harrow Guangzhou. Such a partnership will offer students numerous opportunities for practical exchanges and experiences, allowing them to engage directly with local enterprises and benefit from real-world applications of their learning.
In conjunction with the ceremony, AISL signed a framework agreement for international educational exchange and cooperation with Guangzhou Development District Talent and Education Group. This agreement aims to create a vibrant platform for cultural exchange and mutual enrichment, promoting activities across various disciplines, including science, arts, sports, and seasonal camps. Both parties are committed to implementing the agreement to foster multi-dimensional and expansive international educational collaborations.
Asia International School Limited (AISL Group) is a leading provider of education services in Asia. It owns and operates Harrow International Schools, Harrow LiDe Schools, Harrow Hong Kong Children School and Harrow Little Lions Early Years Centres, which proudly draw on the 450-year heritage of Harrow School in the UK, embracing the Harrow School Values of Courage, Honour, Humility, and Fellowship. We are committed to the highest standards and quality of education for all students, delivering educational excellence for life and leadership. The AISL Harrow Schools use Harrow School’s name and badge under a sub-licence granted by Harrow International Schools Limited (HISL), a trading subsidiary of the charity registered in England which owns Harrow School and its trademark.
AISL also believes in investing in how educators learn so that they may better teach and nurture their students to their highest capabilities. We believe in sharing the best practices and we believe that young people should be given opportunities outside the classroom as they augment their intellectual abilities to be ably prepared for the future.