January-February 2021 Beijing’S Essential International Family Resource January-February 2021

January-February 2021 Beijing’s essential international family resource January-February 2021

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

You may have noticed a slight change in the cover of our magazine this issue: our name has been shortened from beijingkids to simply Jingkids. What is this sorcery, you may ask? Is this a knockoff product produced by pirates? Have we been taken over by some external force? Are we leaving Beijing? Nope, it’s still us, the same beijingkids you’ve come to know and (hopefully) love for a decade and half. The name change is something we’ve anticipated for over a decade, and believe it or not, marks the fourth (!) name we’ve used for this magazine in the 14 years since we published our first product.

We produced four of these This lasted for 17 months to great fanfare. Reader Back in 2006, we launched until we expanded the name demand moved us to a full- as a small quarterly hand- to deepen the connection on monthly magazine the book called Kids in Beijing, to Beijing, by rebranding next year, which we named which was part of our now- as beijingkids at the same tbjkids (using the “tbj” from discontinued Immersion time Beijing was hosting the thebeijinger, from which we Guides book series. 2008 Olympics. sprung).

We soldiered on with that name until we decided to launch our Chinese edition in 2012, which we named Jing – not the “jing” from the word Beijing (京), but the homonym Jing (菁), which is a component of words such as essence, luxuriant and elite. Since that time, our Chinese brand Jing has grown by leaps and bounds, expanded to Shanghai, and become more and more of a central brand. Though the contents of each magazine are entirely independent, much of what we do – such as our school choice expos and our school choice guides – are joint efforts, and thus it only made sense for us to unify our efforts into one brand. Our commitment to you as Beijing’s Essential International Family Resource remains the same. You can still find us at our URL at www.beijing-kids.com and on WeChat at bjkids, and you can reach us at our same email addresses. Thanks for your continued support!

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10 SCHOOL CHOICE GUIDE 2021

FEATURES SCHOOL INDEX 6 What Age Should You Send Your Child 27 School Index to Preschool? List of schools in the guide and their page numbers ECE Experts Engage on Ideas 28 Preschools and Kindergarten 8 Dealing With Deadlines 47 Up to Elementary or Middle School The Ultimate Guide For Teens by Teens on Assignments, 53 Up to High School Pressures, and Stress 60 K-12 Schools 10 Better Eating, Better Earth 101 COVID-19 Protocols Checklist How Schools Make Dining Sustainable — and How You Can Do 102 A Parent’s Guide to Open House Visits Your Part 104 Tour Your Top Schools – Virtually! 12 What’s the Right Preschool/Life Balance? ECE Educators Help You Bring Learning Home 14 Homework: What is it Good For? ESSENTIALS Two Teacher’s Tips to Get It Done Without a Fight 5 A Note to Our Readers 16 From Vintage to Virtual E-learning Lessons for Schools to Retain 18 Is There Ever a Good Time to Move Schools? Beijing Educators Weigh In 20 Introducing the AP Capstone Program Developing Good Character and Academic Rigor at AISB-Hope ON THE COVER: International 22 Beijing Curriculum Guide School Choice as Chess: International Comparing Curriculums for All Age Groups School of Beijing (ISB) Student Loviise Puntso displays all the options available to students in Beijing.

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Tim Coghlan Tim first came to China in 2001 and has made Beijing his home for the last 10 years. He specializes in new market development for the world’s most iconic consumer brands, I have vivid memories of marking up the School Choice previously helping luxury brands enter and expand in Guide back in 2018, cross referencing disciplines and school China, and now helping a Chinese technology company visions against the map of the vast city I was soon to call build their global business. He enjoys outdoor adventures my own. We couldn’t have foreseen the trials that our with his two young children, and time permitting, vlogs in Chinese under the moniker of “Kangaroo Daddy”. community would overcome last year, or how schools would band together across time zones and inside our various living spaces to make e-learning valuable for students. Our Mike Signorelli challenges continue. But we are stronger together. Mike Signorelli arrived in Beijing in 1994 as a student and On our campuses, administrations worked more closely has called China home ever since. He has held several senior management roles over the past 20+ years, including his with security, operations, custodial, and medical staff than last corporate job with NBA China. Mike is the founder of ever before. The different protocols that had to be created Signature Wine, an independent subscription wine club. and followed (p 101) so that everyone’s dream of reopening Contact him at [email protected]. schools could manifest were awesome in the strict definition of the word: “extremely impressive or daunting; inspiring Marianne Daquet great admiration, apprehension, or fear.” In Beijing for 12 years, Marianne Daquet has But no fear was needed as schools took valuable lessons always been passionate about art and education. from e-learning back into their classrooms, and three of our She founded Atelier Art School 6 years ago with the mission to pass on her strong belief that esteemed speakers from October’s Jingkids International creativity can change the world. She and her French School Expo (JISE) relate their experiences (p 16). Moreo- husband have two daughters. You can reach her at ver, the community had time to reflect on our environment, [email protected]. which encouraged schools to move faster towards sustainability efforts in cafeterias (p 10). Tara Gillan But new parents still face old problems: At what age Tara is from England, UK, and been in China over should I enroll my child in preschool (p 6)? What kind of 14 years where she is raising third culture, bilingual curriculum will be the best environment for them to thrive kids. She has a passion for education in China, and in (p 22)? And how can we support their young journeys in is a lifelong learner still trying to master Mandarin. In between, work, study and being a mum, you will our home environment and parenting (p 12)? find her looking for her next adventure! We also hear from Contributing Teen Writer XueFei Liu, who helps teenagers deal with all the stress thrown at them (p 8). Among these stresses is homework, and two educa- Caroline Nath tors give parents the most valuable advice on the topic I’ve Caroline Nath moved to Beijing as a teenager after having grown up in the US, Canada, France, heard in years (p 14). and India. She is a filmmaker, radio host, Parent Most importantly, we celebrate our schools via this year’s Effectiveness Training teacher, founder of Bonne School Choice Guide, where we present to you the best Nani Jams, and an organic food promoter. She has that Beijing offers, so that you can take your notes and two multi-ethnic and multi-lingual children. Contact her at [email protected]. schedule your tours and make the decision that fits your child the best. But school should also be fun and this is what International School of Beijing (ISB) Student Loviise Alessandra Azambuja Puntso explores so well on our cover, that even though the Alessandra’s Beijing adventure began in 2010 when decisions are difficult, your school should also be a place she arrived here with her local Beijinger husband and where you are happy and love to learn. two children. She is originally from Brazil and has also lived and worked in Argentina and New Zealand. With Last year quite literally brought schools into our homes, a passion for working in multicultural environments but whether across pixels or the sacred space inside a with international students, Alessandra worked for classroom, we face the next year together. nearly nine years at The University of Auckland English Language Academy, and is currently at AISB- Hope International in Beijing. You can contact her at [email protected]

Juliet London After seven years in Beijing, market researcher, branding consultant and writer, mother to two teenagers, Juliet ‘Lady’ London continues to be fascinated by this ever changing city. British by birth, she has also lived in Australia and other parts of Asia. Her work primarily focuses on education Cindy Marie Jenkins research, leaving less time than she would like to take exercise, walk her dog, and snap up bargains at local markets. FEATURES

What Age Should You Send Your Child to Preschool? ECE Experts Engage on Ideas By Julie Wolf

hen you work with small children there are a few Age is just a number and preschool is no different! So instead questions you get asked regularly by anxious of using age as a hard and fast rule, are there some develop- parents: “What’s the correct balance between mental markers that suggest a child might be ready for the structured and free play time? When should we social and cognitive experiences a preschool setting offers? allowW screen time and how much should they get? How should I Stephenson: Children send a range of different signals about school handle tantrums/boundaries/discipline/timeouts? When should we readiness. However, the messages that children do send are clear if you stop the pacifier/introduce new foods/start giving them chores?” are watching for them. The first and most obvious signal children send Ok… there are more than few. is how quickly and how frequently they become bored at home. But by far the most asked question I receive as an early childhood educator is “What age should we start preschool?” Young children have a strong drive toward messy play, because this Because we know how important early education is to a child’s type of multi-layered experience is great for their developing brain. If long-term health, happiness and achievement, there is a lot of your child always seems to be making messes around the house, that pressure on parents to “get this right.” On more than one occa- is the way they are telling you that they need an environment that will sion I have had anxious, overwhelmed parents (or in some cases allow them to engage in messy, busy, and noisy play, the exact type of parents to be) sit in my office with a spreadsheet of local schools multi-layered play that good quality preschools provide. They are doing in their hands and panic in their eyes. similarly important cognitive work when they build piles, drop objects, As much as I wish I could give these wonderful, concerned and climb on shelves, and pull objects from drawers, all of which can be better engaged parents a simple answer, it is a complex question with and more safely managed in a classroom than the home environment. many variables. Ultimately, they need to make the decision that Dr. Epstein: Children who are comfortable being in the care of other is best for their unique child and family as a unit. But that doesn’t adults and away from their parents (are showing signs they are ready). mean they can’t get guidance from people who have been around Children also get ready for preschool when they are involved with inde- the track a few times. pendent activities in their homes. And children who enjoy attending a I normally start by handing out tissues and, in truly desperate variety of parent/child classes with other children. situations, chocolate, to calm nerves. Then we embark on a long conversation about the child’s learning style and interests, the On the other hand, what are some situations that suggest you family’s lifestyle, plus any health and wellness factors that might should wait a little longer to enroll your child in preschool? play a role. But I can’t do all that for each of you through the pages of a Stephenson: A child who cannot get at least 9 hours of sleep per night magazine. So, to tackle this question I tapped some of my brilliant is going to have difficulty staying awake in school. Children should be colleagues here in Beijing for their best advice. able to eat solid food and be feeding themselves most of the time. Also, Montessori consultant and author Dr. Paul Epstein, Executive children should be able to use the toilet independently at least some of the Director of Kindergarten Programs for Ivy Education Group Ryan time. When they can sleep well, eat independently, and understand what Cardwell, and Tina Stephenson, Head of City Campus, Harrow it feels like to need to use the toilet, then their body is ready for school. International School Beijing were kind enough to share their Cardwell: In most of the cases where a child has difficulty making the thoughts on the subject. All are excellent educators with a wide transition to preschool, it is actually the parents who are not ready to variety of experiences, who subscribe to different but equally valid part with the child. For nervous parents who have the ability to keep philosophies and pedagogies. Hopefully, this will give you a starting their child at home with them, that can be preferable. Don’t force it, place for making the best possible choices for your unique situation. enjoy your child’s early years!

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We all know preschool isn’t just about the child. A family’s Once you have chosen the school that is right for your lifestyle, circumstances and geographic location all affect how child and family, what is one thing you can do at home successful a child’s first school experience is. What are some to help prepare your child in the week leading up to their things to consider when deciding to enroll or wait? first day of school? Cardwell: Beijing has a myriad of great preschools. Parents are well- Cardwell: Talk to your child about what kindergarten will be like advised to choose one near to home. Consistent attendance is also to help them start preparing for this big transition. Talk to them important. If you plan to travel a lot with your child, you might consider about the teacher, the daily school routine, etc. Involve him or her in delaying entry into preschool. picking out their school materials (e.g., backpack, clothes, etc.) You Dr. Epstein: A most important consideration is the readiness of parents! can also talk about what going to kindergarten was like for you, as a Are you ready for your child to enroll in a preschool? Why do you want way to model how your child can share feelings about kindergarten. to enroll your child? Dr Epstein: Act it out! Practice getting ready to go to preschool. Find out if the preschool does a home visit – does the teacher or If parents decide their family is ready for the wonderful world teachers meet your child in your home? Can you go with your child of preschool, how should they choose which type of program to visit the school before the first day? (Traditional, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Language Immersion Stephenson: Make sure you are feeling relaxed, positive, and etc.) is best for their little one? confident during those first few days and your child will be much more likely to feel the same way. On the days leading up to school, Stephenson: I think here in Beijing language considerations are often set up a happy and relaxed bedtime routine. Eat breakfast, put on at the top of the list for choosing schools. As a parent you need to know the school uniform, pack the school bag, and leave on time. You the language options which are available to you and what you want for do not need to go to the school, just go for a walk or to the mall. your child’s language ability. Do you want your child to speak Mandarin at A few days of practicing the bedtime and morning routines can cut home but use English for education and later on for work? Then research- the stress of the first days at school and make those important first based practice tells us that immersion in English in the early years has school experiences much better. the strongest outcomes. If you want to keep your options open, then perhaps choose a dual language school (often called bilingual) although the research on the outcomes of those environments is less strong. What are some other alternatives for parents who choose to delay preschool but still want to have their child par- Cardwell: There is no one size fits all approach to preschool, so I recom- ticipate in social/educational activities to prepare them mend that parents not worry about the curriculum or the pedagogical for their eventual enrollment? approach. This is one case in life where how you ‘feel’ about the place is very important. The only way to really learn about a school is by visiting. Stephenson: In the early years it is important to provide a wide Make sure that the school will show you classrooms, and if possible, talk range of indoor and outdoor play, messy and explorative play, talk to teachers and parents. based and physical play. The developing brain needs to do activities which are rich in movement, expression, exploration, and commu- HOW TO LOOK AT A PRESCHOOL nication. Also, whatever activities you choose, it is most important that children enjoy their earliest education experiences. How a child Cardwell: feels about education is as important as the skills they learn, so • How is it licensed and accredited? whatever you choose, make sure it's enjoyable. • Are the teachers credentialed? Dr. Epstein: Music, dance, swim, arts-there are many of these • What is the school’s educational philosophy? parents can go to with their children. • What is the school’s approach to discipline? • How much parental involvement do you/they expect or want? • What’s the make-up of the classroom? I am so grateful to my fellow educators for sharing their thoughts • What is the teacher to child ratio? on this subject. All this information is valid and honest, but it is • How much free play time do the children have? by necessity general. So, my final tips for school hunting parents are these. Stephenson: • Get input from the other caretakers in your child’s life. Babysit- • Usually, the general feel of the school and the appearance of the ters, toddler music class instructors, swim coaches, grandparents school environments tells an observer a lot about the school. The school etc. They may have insight into your child that is helpful and most environment may be beautiful but are the children using the spaces? importantly individualized. • Listen carefully to how the staff speaks about children and how they speak to the children. You can also tell a lot about a school based on • Get input from your child. If they are always talking about seeing how the children greet visitors and new children in a school. In schools their friends in art class, are fascinated with the calendar on the where the children feel ownership over their space, they will notice fridge or try to participate in circle time when you drop off their and welcome newcomers. older sibling, they are telling you they are ready and eager for a school experience. Dr. Epstein: • Trust your instincts. You are their parent or guardian, and mother • Is it clean? Warm and inviting? Personal? nature equipped you with the best alarm system there is. If you walk • What does this school mean by learning? into a school and get the warm fuzzies, it’s a good sign your child will • How do they instruct? feel good there too. If the thought of sending them to any school • Do they personalize instruction? at all makes you a little queasy it might mean hold off for a little • How do they encourage children to participate? while longer. Ultimately Mensa will not care what age they started • Do they believe rewards are necessary? Why? school, only that they were happy and successful once they arrived!

PHOTOS: UNI YOU, HARROW BEIJING UNI YOU, PHOTOS: • How do they teach children to resolve conflict?

7 FEATURES Dealing with Deadlines The Ultimate Guide For Teens by Teens on Assignments, Pressures, and Stress

By XueFei Liu

xams, pop quizzes, reports, essays, and homework: forget that we totally forgot about the sine function because we were these are the guilty parties that cause stress in trying to memorize half the periodic table in one night? teens. They are responsible for keeping you up at night, for I’ve been there, you’ve been there, we’ve all been there. Now high those empty coffee cups cluttering your desk, and the bags school rolls around and there are college applications, SATs, TOEFLs, underE your eyes. And just when you think you finally have a moment of clubs... how can a teen survive? Well, I managed to gather the most peace, your teacher drops a bombshell. How many of you have heard reliable advice with dealing with these due dates. Need a little help? “3, 2, 1, turn in your test papers now” and how many of us would rather Read on!

2. Make an Action Plan or Timeline Have a big project coming up but it’s not due for a month, so you let it drag until the night before the due date? Practicing your rushing skills on something that’s worth 50% of your grade is so-not-cool. So, get a pen and paper (or open a Microsoft Word doc) and start planning the milestones. Set dates, descrip- tions, criteria for your project, and get a little XueFei L. sharing the steps of a mathemati- done every day. cal question to the class two days before a math exam. 3. Ban Procrastination REAL TEEN SAYS – “When I am preparing for huge projects, I often make a P-R-O-C-R-A-S-T-I-N-A-T-I-O-N? What does 1. Own A Planner that spell? Your worst nightmare, that’s what. timeline/action plan before and, so that Yes, those books that your counselor is forever Let’s make a slight change: first prioritize your by the time of deadline, things won’t get nagging you to get. Either the paperback or homework/deadlines and then chill. Finish pushed and overloaded.” the electronic one both work wonders. Did your work right after you get home from your strict English professor drop a report school and before you exchange memes with -Jessica Z. from due date? Mark it down. SAT mock test date? your friends. Then, when it comes to bedtime Beijing City International School (BCIS) Mark it down. And in no time at all, you’ll go you can sleep without feeling guilty and you from confused to organized. won’t trade your sleep for grades.

REAL TEEN SAYS – “I have a planner REAL TEEN SAYS – “I think the most notebook, including daily, weekly and important step to take first is to make

monthly plans. I always mark the as- sure that you are balanced by knowing PHOTOS: XUEFEI LIU, UNSPLASH signment/test’s deadline/date immediately that when you study, you should only after it is assigned, therefore I will have focus on that particular task and avoid sufficient time to work on or prepare distractions; but if you’re enjoying life, for it.” just go enjoy it and don't think about any other things!” - Nicole S. from -Vivian R. from Léman Manhattan Preparatory School Anna R. and Judy H. discuss criteria for their Beijing City International School (BCIS) action plan and the dates for their timeline.

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Okay, maybe it isn’t the deadlines that keep you awake at night. You might get good grades in all your classes (and if so, go you!) but when a classmate comes up to you and asks for your grade, do you start sweating bullets? Or are you constantly worried: “If they thinks this test is easy, so should I” or “should I choose art like everyone else or go for drama”? Pressure. It’s a nasty word, and schools are full of it. Peer pressure, pressure of perfection, all kinds. Don’t fret, I’ve got your back:

2. Focus on Y-O-U It’s great if you compare your past trig exam with the trig exam you just did but it’s a whole other deal if you compare your grades with your bestie’s. Turn those “Did they get a higher mark” into “how can I get a higher mark.” You’ll see yourself changing and growing in the process and you’ll be one step closer to your goal. After all, you should only be caring about your grades and your grades only.

Danna T. organizing her due dates into a “Comparison is the death of joy.” REAL TEEN SAYS – “I handle those calendar and checking her email for – Mark Twain pressures by focusing on and believing additional information. in myself, forgetting everyone else and 1. Sweat it Out focusing on what I want to do.” 3. Stay Positive! Swimming, biking, dancing, running, HIIT, -Moses B. from Something is worrying you. You overthink, you name it. Choose something that gets American School of Doha you get anxious, you can’t sleep, and you your heart pumping and get at it. Not only keep wondering “what if?” But why worry? will it help you relax, but scientific studies A 2015 study at the University of Warwick in state that regular exercise can help build your the UK found that people who are happy are confidence, improve your mood, as well as precisely 12% more productive than the av- lower symptoms of anxiety and depression. erage individual. So, stay positive! It benefits All these benefits can ease your stress levels, both your mood and your grades! hence, why not give it a try?

REAL TEEN SAYS – “I try not to REAL TEEN SAYS – “To destress, I overthink or stress by keeping a positive would exercise. It’s a way to express my- mindset because the mentality is all that self and relieve my fretted mind.” matters.”

-Nicole S. from -Jayden S. from Léman Manhattan Preparatory School Beijing City International School (BCIS)

XueFei Liu is currently a 15-year-old student at Beijing City International School. She has a cultural background of being half-northern and half-southern Chinese. Aside from her passion for writing and reading, she likes singing, cooking, acting in plays, and skateboarding with her friends.

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How Schools Make Dining Sustainable — and How You Can Do Your Part By Robynne Tindall

Cutting-edge cafeteria facilities are often touted as a selling point for schools but as well as making sure bellies are full, cafeterias can Say "no" to single-use plastics also play a key role in a school's sustainability commitments. The types We all know that we should reduce our consumption of single-use of accessible, community-led initiatives that can be put in place in plastics, and schools are no exception. For example, in 2019, ISB cafeterias are a great way to get kids engaged with sustainability and eliminated single-use plastic bottles, straws, stirrers, and utensils foster positive habits for life. We talked to a couple of Beijing schools from the food service operations — they now use paper straws and about how they are making their school dining more sustainable. metal utensils. They also replaced single-use coffee cups with durable ceramic mugs. There is an RMB 2 fee for parents needing a coffee to go, the proceeds of which go to student-centered environmental projects. Daystar's plastic reduction efforts also extend to parents. When the school holds public events that involve food, parents are encouraged to bring their own utensils or can purchase biodegradable utensils if they forget. Clean plates mean reduced waste According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, an estimated 1.3 billion tonnes of food is wasted every year, almost a third of all food produced for human consumption. A 2015 report by the Chinese Academy of Sciences suggested that in China alone, the amount of food wasted every year could feed 30-50 million people. Since then, Chinese president Xi Jinping has made food waste the target of an ongoing national campaign, doubling down in 2020 after describing the amount of food wasted in the country as "shocking and distress- ing." Many schools have joined in with "clean plate" campaigns that encourage responsible eating habits. Jennifer notes that food waste has always been a focus of Daystar's food program. "We offer two main dishes, one Chinese, one Western,… every day. Students are welcome to refill their plates as many times as they want; however, each time, only one main dish will be served," Changing habits, one meal at a time she explains. "We want students to have the opportunity to enjoy and Long recognized as a healthy diet choice, reducing our consump- appreciate the food on its own. By doing so, students tend to ask for tion of animal products is now known to have a positive environmental smaller quantities as they often go back for a second or third serving impact. Many schools in Beijing are getting in on the action, whether with a different entrée choice." by adding plant-based options to the menu or through specific events The cafeteria environment itself can contribute to reducing food such as Meat-Free Monday. Matthew Yamatin, sustainability manager waste; by making the cafeteria a pleasant space to eat and giving at the International School of Beijing (ISB), told Jingkids that in 2019, kids sufficient time to enjoy their food, they are less likely to waste it. their students and staff worked with Sodexo food services to dedicate At ISB, for example, they recently added sound-dampening panels to one of their four main serving lines to a vegetarian option. With more the ceiling in the cafeteria to make it easier for students to hear one and more people switching to plant-based ways of eating — in a survey another and redesigned the south-facing wall to allow more natural of students and staff, ISB found that around 10% follow a vegetarian light into the space. or vegan diet — schools can't afford to ignore this trend. In fact, for many schools, reducing the quantity of animal products served in the cafeteria often comes as part of a suite of food sustainability goals. "Eat local and 'eat seasonal' has been our food program's philosophy [for many] years," Jennifer Yeh, operations manager over- seeing food service at Daystar Academy's Beigao campus, tells us. They source much of their fresh produce direct from farmers, many of whom are vendors at the popular Beijing Farmers' Market events, and where they offer plant-based options, they stick to making dishes from scratch rather than using processed meat substitutes.

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Sustainability Starts at Home

Not every child eats school lunches, but that doesn't neces- sarily mean missing out on making sustainable contributions — you can do your bit even if you are bringing lunches from home. • Start with small changes such as sending kids to school with a refillable water bottle instead of bottled or boxed drinks (most Beijing schools encourage this anyway). • Swap out plastic wrap or sandwich bags for reusable beeswax food wraps, which can be bought from The Bulk House or from Taobao - search for "蜂蜡保鲜布 (fēng là bǎo xiān bù)." • Buy fruit and vegetables loose from local markets rather than pre-wrapped from the supermarket. • Try your hand at making homemade versions of popular packaged treats. • Get kids involved in shopping for ingredients and making lunches. • Explain what you are doing and why, which will foster good habits from an early age.

What Can Kids Do?

Keystone Academy Year 4 class looked at their school life and found a few different ways that students can help, which students Amy and Jeffrey described in detail to a live audience at the Global Climate Change webinar on November 5, 2020 • Meatless Monday in the cafeteria because factory farming counts for 1/3 of carbon emissions annually. • Check that all classrooms have paper recycling bins next to printers and trash receptacles. • Their school has a greenhouse and gardens, where students are able to see how the cycle of life works in real-time: plants feed fish, fish feed plants, they can create compost to help feed their gardens, which in turn cultivates worms in compost to feed the fish. • Many teachers switched to using Seesaw, Padlet, and Microsoft Teams to reduce paper consumption. • They are in the process of researching the viability of installing solar panels on school roofs, working with administrations across the departments to see how feasible it is. • Students also shared how they felt about food wast- age, and are still working to find solutions to this problem. PHOTOS: CANVA PHOTOS:

11 FEATURES What’s the Right Preschool/Life Balance? ECE Educators Help You Bring Learning Home By Cindy Marie Jenkins

Much depends on the relationship between parents and their child’s early education once they attend school. Margaret O’Brien, Principal of Etonkids’ Central Park Campus, believes the bond between home and school should be strengthened: “Collaboration between the child's school and home is hugely important for any child's progress. A unified message from caregivers and teachers underlines the concept's importance.” One simple way to supplement what a child learns in ECE is to encourage their independence. Katleen Mentens, Head of School for The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten, suggests that parents slow down. “In order for children to become more independent, we urge parents to allow children to do things by themselves without taking over, simply because you are in a hurry. This means allowing At The Children’s House, Beijing’s first international Montessori your little ones to get dressed by themselves and put on their own school, children learn math through aesthetically pleasing tools. shoes. For older children, they can help with cleaning up their own spills, help with preparing meals, clean up their toys, put dirty clothes How often have you walked into a preschool or kindergarten and in the hamper, and fold clean laundry.” just wished you could stay there? Have you ever wanted to curl up Parents might also want to step back and look at their space into a kindergarten reading nook with that novel that’s been collecting from a child’s point-of-view. Are there ways they can set up a home dust at your bedside, or fiddle with the sensory bins and build with space to assist the child in their development? A staple of the Montes- their various colorful wooden blocks? Even in the midst of that lovely sori classroom is that every piece of furniture is child-sized, real, and chaos that children under five bring into a space, the best Early Child- aesthetically pleasing. Having items that are attractive to children is hood Education (ECE) centers emit calm, peace, play, and acceptance. as important as their function. Mentens clarifies that “A spacious and Through these elements, learning thrives. cozy area where each toy and book is beautiful and neatly organized Then the child gets home, and the rules are all different, nothing is goes a long way for children to develop their sense of order and their their size except for toys, and an environment that used to be the most care for the environment.” important in their lives might suddenly feel foreign. All the living spaces, These child-friendly perimeters include mealtimes as well. save for their room or playroom, are created with adults in mind. I’ve O’Brien elaborates that “Having young children help prepare the meal seen firsthand how younger children will get used to the structure and or set the table helps them develop self-esteem and independence and expectations of their classroom, then feel discombobulated when they return home to a different set up and disciplines. But a home is a home and not a preschool. So how can parents and guardians integrate key principles from the ECE classroom without losing their own place and style in their home? PHOTOS: UNI YOU

Children love to pour at Children’s House, and it’s a wonderful way Etonkids provides children with different reading nooks to understand motor control and spatial relationships. and places they can relax outside of class.

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feel included. It also produces a sense of appreciation for food and cooking. When possible, it's best not to feed a child older than two years. Yes, it may be messy, but it's all part of the learning process and links to developing independence.” How adults approach mealtime will pave the way for your child’s attention and focus on eating well, and Mentens suggests you create a sacred time around meals. “Mealtimes are the moments in the day that the family gathers around the table and shares their experiences. TV or other electronic devices have no place during breakfast, lunch or dinner as they prevent us from truly connecting to each other, and they also distract from eating mindfully and focusing on all the rich flavors of the meal that was prepared with love and care.” Parents may want to take another look at the toys they Placing items into baskets is a smart way to encourage children have and how they’re stored or displayed. Most parents invest to put their own toys away, displayed at Etonkids. in a lot of plastic items, believing that children are too prone to drop- ping or breaking items and can’t be trusted. That is the opposite of Role play and imaginative play are also learning. There is the Montessori way, and Mentens encourages parents to use real often a misconception that children must be on a certain path to learn- objects so “children learn to handle them more carefully in order to ing, or must fill in worksheets to show they know what they know. But avoid them to break or to hurt themselves. Also, every material has at younger ages, and even through older schooling, playtime is the its fixed place in the classroom, and children learn to put things back most important time of discovery and learning for a child. O’Brien sug- once they have finished working with them. We urge parents to follow gests play acting at home as much as possible: “Children love to role the same principles at home.” play, and it doesn't feel like work for them. So I suggest imaginative It might seem radical to a parent that if the child knows where an play at home as opposed to structured learning. Children are already object should go, they will return it to its proper place on their own. naturally curious and enjoy learning, so providing them with toys and But you’d be surprised at how children thrive when they understand materials to encourage this is a good idea. It also helps to elicit target how their space works, especially a play space. O’Brien says parents vocabulary entertainingly. Children thrive under structure and routine can help and “not clutter the space but keep it simple. For a young but learn best when having fun. If you can strike a balance between child, too many options can be counterproductive and may lead to these two approaches, your child will flourish.” sensory overload. If language acquisition is your goal, having books, Don’t get worried if your preschool child is “behind.” Society displayed nicely, and accessible, is helpful.” gives parents these ideas of when a child should know their letters, Books are a great place to start with these concepts. Place when they should tie their own shoes, when they should read. But a child’s books within their reach, cover facing out, and not too many everyone is unique. “Just like you cannot will an egg to hatch or a in view at one time. Every week or so you can rotate which covers first tooth to grow, you should not be too worried about when your are visible so the child rediscovers their favorite stories! O’Brien even child will start reading or start showing interest in numbers,” Mentens finds that books are the best route towards learning another language. believes. “Your child is ready when it is her time. Take the time to “In my experience, one of the most common questions from parents observe your child: What is she interested in? What is he good at? is how to supplement English-language learning at home. I usually What can she concentrate on for extended periods of time? Put your advise parents to expose their child to as much English language as own expectations aside and truly get to know your child. It is through possible through books, videos, music, posters and a limited number truly connecting that you get to know him and they get to know you.” of English apps.”

Should You Say “Be Careful”?

O’Brien: In my opin- Mentens: Children between the ages of 0 and ion, "Be careful" is 6 are constantly on the move. It is crucial that a perfectly practical children are allowed to practice and refine all phrase as long as the of these [new] gross motor skills and while context is provided. For doing so, they will experiment and take risks. example, "Be careful, Risk taking is crucial for children to experience the oven is hot. If we the boundaries of their physical abilities at that touch it, we will burn time in their development as well as to learn our fingers". Or "Be from their falls and bumps. It is through falling careful when you cross that we learn to walk. It is through bumping the road, cars and bikes into one another that we learn the importance can be dangerous". "Be of special awareness. So as long as there is careful" on its own can no immediate danger, shout the words “Be be meaningless to a Careful!” silently in your head and let your young child. child experience the wonders of being mobile.

13 FEATURES Homework: What is it Good For? Two Teacher’s Tips to Get It Done Without a Fight By Cindy Marie Jenkins

Homework is one of those topics you shouldn’t bring up at a dinner party. People either think it’s the worst invention ever or absolutely necessary to make the most of your child’s education, and thus their entire lives. Now that e-learning has blurred the lines between school and home, how can parents approach homework in a way that makes it worth the time? Should parents discuss their qualms with a teacher who can then stop expecting it? Is homework really integral to the success of a child’s education? We spoke with two educators, Jane Martu- neac Kang, primary coordinator at Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing), and Patrick Delaney, grade 4 teacher at Beijing international Bilingual Academy (BIBA), about their philosophies behind homework and what Patrick Delaney on earth parents can do to get their kids to love it — or be okay to drop it. How to Start? excellent solution for households struggling What’s the Point? If your child is in primary school, and just with consistency. Both Kang and Delaney agree that home- moving into the homework zone, it might feel work can be useful as a “retrieval practice,” overwhelming to introduce the idea of home- How Much Time? which Kang describes as reinforcing “con- work into your household. After school is often Here we find another hot topic in the cepts taught at school, allowing the student the time for kids to unwind, play outside when homework category, and one that can very a chance to engage with the work in a more the weather is good enough, and let their quickly fan the flames in a parent group on independent format, trying to recall or use brains rest. Kang reasons that if you follow the social media: how much time should be spent information you have previously learned. retrieval practice theory, homework “is best on homework at different ages? Differences in Homework is one such example of retrieval done after some time has passed between opinion vary greatly in any environment, and practice, a very key learning strategy.” learning a concept and needing to recall or in international schools, they can be amplified. Delaney agrees but cautions that “home- use it again…. After school, allow your child a Kang’s research-based approach strikes a work should not be ‘busy work,’ and homework chance for a break before starting homework. clear tone of balance: “What the ‘right’ amount should not be a burden for students. That Then, ensure they have all the materials that of time is that should be spent on homework being said, if a student is unable to finish they would need to complete their homework is typically quite a debated issue, and indeed classwork, it can be given as homework. If the as well as a space free from distractions. This it is quite a personal choice for many fami- homework is not related to the class lessons, could be a desk in one of the rooms or even lies as it does impact home life. The current it should be avoided.” the dining room table.” research does not indicate any clear or great One unexpected perk of the e-learning Both Kang and Delaney stress that routines correlation between homework and improved process last year is that parents gained insight are key to setting expectations for home- performance at school. Rather, there is clear into how children were being taught, and work time and teaching children to manage research on how having too much homework furthermore, how their individual child may themselves. In his home life, Delaney goes could negatively affect a child, in more ways learn best. Kang agrees that this is one way so far as to set a reading timer, so “at 7pm than just their academics.” that homework can be valuable, as it “allows every day, the whole family sits down to read Most experts, and certainly our two local parents further insight into what their child together. This happens every day with very Beijing ones, agree that the age of children is learning at school and can offer a means few exceptions. This is also something that should determine how much time is spent for parents to initiate related conversations cannot be forgotten because of the daily alarm on homework each day, and it should never or activities with their child in order to help that sounds around the house,” he recounts. interfere with their playtime and free time. deepen their understanding of the concepts Knowing how many distractions and inter- Younger primary grades tend to focus on in the homework.” ruptions home life involves, this could be an family reading time, and aside from that,

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Delaney believes that “no more than 30 minutes should be given for elementary students Jane Martuneac Kang among all of their classes together, and the homework should be of an engaging and fun quality. Homework for middle and high school students should be more rigorous, as it can often serve a different purpose. Often times the amount of learning in class is insufficient for the more complex content students in the higher grades are learning, so extra time should be allotted to completing homework. An hour of homework should not be considered excessive for middle and high schoolers, with that amount increasing as students come closer to graduating high school.” frustration nor should it occupy so much after- skills of problem-solving, time-management, How to Enforce? school time that a child has limited time for organization, and responsibility.” One thing that most parents can easily other very valuable activities. We encourage No matter your own opinion on the useful- agree upon is that sometimes homework is our families to liaise with our teachers to find ness of homework, all parents must determine a fight. Whether it has been exacerbated by ways to mitigate any issues that may be caus- for themselves and their children if they see the months of e-learning or has always been ing this to happen. Beyond homework, our the value in it. It’s hard to make blanket this way, there are times when even the most true hope is that families will take more time at statements on homework as a whole, and our dedicated student says no to their parents. In home to engage in reading together (in all the experts make excellent points on “busywork” the older grades, that becomes a consequence languages that the child is acquiring, including versus valuable retention and life skills build- the student deals with themselves the next his or her mother tongue), practicing key life- ing assignments. Ultimately, it comes down day in class or when they are tested on the skills such as cooking and cleaning, and de- to what works for your child and within your material, but how should primary grade par- veloping in areas of personal passions such as family structure. As long as these thought ents handle these confrontations? music, film, sport, etc…. Finally, and arguably processes are communicated both with and Kang suggests that “Ultimately, homework most importantly, homework is a conduit for to your children and their teachers, homework should never become a point of continual students to develop those all-important life- doesn’t have to be a four letter word.

Tips to Encourage Your Children to Do Homework

Patrick Delaney Jane Martuneac Kang · Students who are not intrinsically · It’s best to create and stick to routines at home, including a set homework time, so motivated to do their homework that children see it as a normal part of home life. for their own good often respond · If a routine isn’t working, spend time reevaluating the routine to pinpoint why it isn’t to rewards for doing homework. working. Has there not been enough of a break between school and homework time? · Every child is different, so pick Is homework conflicting with a specific interest that your child has? Work together with a reward tailored for your child. your child to establish a routine that could work for you both. · If your child enjoys watching · Once that routine is set, stick with it. TV or playing video or computer · Spend at least the first few minutes of your child’s homework engaging with them. games, offer them a set “reward Ensure they understand it and model how you would do it. time” that they can use to watch TV, play their game, or partake · Then, stay nearby as you do your own work or read a book. in whatever other enjoyable ac- · As they are working, give small breaks as needed. tivity after they complete their homework. · Refrain from arguments about whether or not they will do their homework during the agreed upon time. · Pick small rewards for them to work towards each day or week · Keep discussions simple by presenting them with the opportunity to make the right rather than a big trip at the end choice, such as “When you finish, we can…” or “As soon as you have finished, we will…”. of the year that takes more than · Do not enter into an argument as it will not achieve the desired result. a week to earn.

Above all, be positive and encourage your child every step of the way, even when there are setbacks. It will take a long time to see true change, but it will happen. Praise your child’s efforts often! PHOTOS: COURTESY OF YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BEIJING (YCIS BEIJINGZV) AND SONIA YANG AT BEIJING INTERNATIONAL BILINGUAL ACADEMY (BIBA) BILINGUAL BEIJING INTERNATIONAL AT SCHOOL OF BEIJING (YCIS BEIJINGZV) AND SONIA YANG OF YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL COURTESY PHOTOS:

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FROM VINTAGE TO VIRTUAL E-Learning Lessons for Schools to Retain By Cindy Marie Jenkins and Michael Wester

ore than a year after Covid-19 initially closed school community: students, parents, and staff. schools in Beijing, what can we say about online The lecture, centered on the challenge of combining offline learning that hasn’t already been covered? The and online learning, brought out frank discussion on how the answer, according to school leaders at October’s experience affected the emotional life of school communities. Our MJing International School Expo panel, is empathy, flexibility, and guest speakers expressed care and concern for their students, a multi-pronged approach that looks at all stakeholders in the parents and staff that went far beyond their slide decks.

BSB SHUNYI: EVOLUTION, SYNERGY British School of Beijing Shunyi’s Principal Richard Thornhill started us off in good humor, recalling that when he first started teaching, “technology” was considered a weekly lesson on how to write on a chalkboard. In January 2020, Thornhill was on holiday outside of China when he first got word that schools were closing due to Covid-19. BSB staff from around the world had to put together a plan for online schooling in 48 hours flat. It was rudimentary and adjustments were quickly made based on feedback. At first, some parents wanted teachers to replicate an in-person classroom experience – a virtual impossibility. Teachers and administrators were on double (if not triple) duty: not only walking teachers and students through the re-designed curriculum, but shepherding their parents as well. Thornhill was happy to report the entire experience forged a “far greater synergy between teachers and parents.” The resulting process accelerated the school’s digitization, and ushered in changes that are likely to be remain well past the Covid-19 era. For example, many parents found the convenience of online parent/teacher meetings preferable to making time and fighting traffic to make it to school in person during the work day. Adjusting to online learning tended to be tougher for younger grades but easier for older students, Thornhill said. In fact, some older students found that breaking out of the normal school routine allowed them to make progress at a brisker pace – and this progress was reflected in their IB scores, which schoolwide have never been higher.

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HARROW BEIJING: VALUES, WELL-BEING John Barker, Deputy Head of Harrow Beijing, made it through the pandemic by consistently returning to the values and vision of the school, and keeping in mind the quote from educator John Hattie that “What we do matters, not the me- dium of doing it.” Dealing with a wide spectrum of differing opinions as well as different technology environments was a challenge for the school, he said. For instance, would a student that only have a smartphone and no laptop at home be able to properly access their lessons? How does a school provide enough virtual teaching while keeping in mind the desire to limit children’s’ overall screen time? Throughout the experience, Harrow’s teachers stayed student-centered, putting the social, physical, and emotional well-being of their families first, Barker said. Keeping teachers centered emotionally was important as well. Like their students, teachers were isolated at home, so the school made sure teachers stayed connected to one another online, keeping them engaged. Now that school is back in session and the majority of teachers and students have returned, Barker is not eager to see a return to the days of all online schooling. He nearly teared up as he described the feeling of once again hearing laughter, learning, and those joyful moments between classroom times when students met in school hallways. Though they’ve learned a lot about teaching online, he still attests that there is nothing better than being in the classroom.

BEIJING NEW TALENT ACADEMY: HOLISTIC, ABUNDANT Zhang Jie, Principal of Cambridge International Centre, Beijing New Talent Academy told the crowd of his school’s approach, which was to be scientific, holistic, abundant and well planned. Zhang recognized how different parents have different needs and reported how parents even received instruction to be a positive presence in class with their children, resulting in better learning environments for all. The school had literally tens of thousands of online interactions with parents, all working towards the common goal of making their online learning experience the best it could be. As an example, Zhang showed how many activities and lessons were offered online for their younger students, but admitted that it was a difficult task given the lack of face-to-face feedback. The creativity of their teachers, however, shined during the online period. Students recorded special times in colorful handbooks, enjoyed activities like afternoon tea together “in the cloud,” and also researched what life was like 100 years ago in the 1920s. They even created a virtual kindergarten graduation ceremony so that it would be memorable for the younger children.

Our Jing International School Expo (JISE) panel showed how important it is to stay focused on emo- CHECK OUT THE SCHOOLS IN THIS ARTICLE: tions as well as academics in a virtual setting, and how dedicated schools are to nurturing the well being of their British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi): p 72 communities. The way that online learning looks may not be exactly the way that parents think a classroom Harrow School Beijing (HBJ): p 84 “should” look, but with enhanced communications Follow us between schools and parents, the common goals of Beijing New Talent Academy (BNTA): p 67 on WeChat building character alongside academics can be achieved. PHOTOS: COURTESY OF SCHOOLS COURTESY PHOTOS:

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Beijing Educators Weigh In By Robynne Tindall

he ups and downs of expat life can mean frequent changes When? of scenery for both parents and kids, and while we may feel Say you have to move schools, be strategic with the time of year, equipped to deal with them, our kids may not be so flexible, aiming for the end of the school year or, at a minimum, the end of especially when it comes to moving schools. If a change is a semester. "In most Beijing schools, there is a winter break and/or Tunavoidable, what can parents do to prepare, and what measures do Chinese New Year break, which signals the end of a semester. Stu- schools have in place to ease the effects of transition? dents will have exams at the end of the semester, as well as receiving a report card. If your child is going to change schools, this is a good time to choose," Augat recommends. "It allows them to provide their new school with a report from their first semester, as well as giving Why? the students a chance to get used to their new school without joining First, it is helpful to consider (and be prepared for) some of the in the middle of a semester." main reasons why kids might need to move schools. The most com- Megan Sinclair, Admissions Manager at The British School of Beijing mon reasons Jonathan Augat, Head of Admissions and Marketing at (BSB), Shunyi, notes that age can also influence the consequences Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB), comes across are of moving schools. For example, while older students may be more parents changing jobs or leaving a posting, although he also notes cognizant of the reasons behind a school change, especially one that that "students occasionally look to change schools if they're looking is out of their control, they may also be closer in age to important for specific programs that their current school doesn't offer, whether examinations, which all the schools we spoke to cautioned is a time it's sports programs or performing arts, to use two examples." to avoid moving schools. "For students who are undertaking two-year In rare cases, insurmountable difficulties with a particular style of examination programs such as the GCSEs or the IB Diploma, it is teaching or a social conflict may prompt a move. "Families have diverse crucial for the student to remain for the program's entirety," Sinclair and different reasons for switching schools," Anthony Coles, Head of emphasizes. Even if they move to a school that offers the same cur- College, Dulwich College Beijing (DCB), tells Jingkids. "No matter what riculum, "individual schools may use different exam boards, teach [the reason], it's universal that parents want the best-fit school for their other content or texts, and the sequences they deliver are likely to be children. Not every school is a good fit for every child." different across all subjects," she adds.

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How? Change schools at the wrong time and the sky certainly won't fall, but there could be both short and long-term effects on your child's education. "Research and [DCB's] own track record have shown that the longer a student stays within a consistent environment, the more rewarding it is when it comes to the student's learning and development," Coles cautions. Nevertheless, families can mitigate the impacts of switching schools in a number of ways, primarily by involving kids in the process from the start. Sinclair suggests that visiting a school before the first day, meeting teachers, and seeing classrooms and facilities can all be extremely helpful. If kids will be studying a new curriculum, parents could familiar- ize themselves with it in advance and start to integrate this new learning style into home studies, something that Coles encourages at DCB: "We believe that if the parents possess the same educational philosophy and methods at home like Questions to Ask Before Changing Schools the school does, then the student will enjoy the maximum Provided by Anthony Coles, Head of College, Dulwich College Beijing learning benefits." Even doing a trial run of school bus routes can help alleviate first day nerves. • Does the new school fit my child's needs in terms of curriculum, pro- The short answer to the question, "is there ever a good time grams, values, wellbeing and safeguarding, facilities, and environment? to move schools?" is that there is no short answer. While a lack of consistency in a child's education can affect their progress • Does the school provide a thorough and personalized on-boarding and mental wellbeing, in the event they are struggling with process for the student to enjoy a positive and rewarding settling-in a particular curriculum or having a conflict with a teacher or experience? peer, moving schools may be the best thing for them. In Bei- jing, at least, we are lucky to have a school community that • Has the school established a reputable partnership with the com- is used to welcoming new arrivals from all over the world and munity for the parents to collaborate with the school in raising a happy is dedicated to helping kids settle in as quickly as possible. Be and well-balanced child? sure to make use of all of the resources on offer should you need to move schools. PHOTOS: PEXELS, CANVA PEXELS, PHOTOS:

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Introducing the AP CAPSTONE PROGRAM Developing Good Character and Academic Rigor at AISB-Hope International By AISB Hope International

AISB-Hope International School has offered students the opportunity to challenge themselves by taking Advanced Placement® classes for a number of years. Our regularly offered courses include: AP® Microeconom- ics, AP® Macroeconomics, AP® Statistics, AP® Studio Art: Drawing, AP® World History: Modern, and AP® Chinese. We are pleased to announce that as of this school year, we are offering the AP Capstone™ Program. This program was designed to equip students with higher level critical thinking and research skills as well as to give them the opportunity to do challenging group and individual research. The core classes of the program are: AP® Seminar, which develops students’ thinking, research, and collabora-

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tive skills; and AP® Research, which requires skills required to students to undertake an extensive individual execute effective research project. Unlike other AP® Courses, group work, such the topics of AP® Seminar and AP® Research as listening skills are set by the instructor and can focus on one and conflict reso- subject area or several. lution, which he This year’s AP® Seminar instructor is believes will ben- Headmaster Randal Eplin. He sees the efit them not only course as relevant for students’ immediate in their academic engagement with the world around them. journeys, but also For example, in order to make deconstructing once they enter and assessing arguments relevant, Mr. Eplin the workforce. required the students to study different media AISB-Hope In- outlets’ coverage of current world news. Stu- ternational is a dents used an argument analysis template to small, nurturing, determine the strengths and weaknesses of family oriented different media reports and were sometimes school that focus- surprised by the results. This exercise drove es on character home the importance of critical thinking both development and inside and outside of the classroom. high academic Mr. Eplin also sees the value of the course achievement. If you think that your daughter or son could thrive for the students’ growth as life-long learners, in an environment like ours and would like to book a tour of our commenting: “As a former IB Diploma Coor- school, please reach out to us by scanning the QR code. Our mar- dinator, I find the course to be filled with the keting and admissions departments are ready to show you what high level of critical thinking and evaluative makes AISB-Hope International the special school that might just skills needed to be successful not only in a be the best fit for your child’s education. university setting, but to be successful in our complicated world today.” In addition to build- “Advanced Placement®, AP®, and AP Capstone™ are trademarks ing the students’ analytical skills, Mr. Eplin has registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and delved into the interpersonal and emotional does not endorse, this product.” PHOTOS: UNI YOU PHOTOS:

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BEIJING CURRICULUM GUIDE Comparing Curriculums for All Age Groups By Jingkids

hoosing the right curriculum can have an important impact on your child’s schooling, both in terms of their enjoyment of learning and their future success. Unlike where many of us will have gone to school, where we probably studied a set national curriculum, international schools in Beijing are free (within reason) to designC their own curriculum, and the range of options on offer can be a bit bewildering. To help you make more informed decisions, we have put together a breakdown of some of the most common curriculums on offer. Please keep in mind that this guide is not meant to suggest that any one curriculum is the best or that any one school implements that curriculum better than the others. Each school interprets and shapes its curriculum in a unique way; contact school admissions offices for more information.

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Montessori

Age group: ECE/kindergarten

Created by Maria Montessori in the early 20th century, the Montessori approach is founded on the belief that every child should be respected as an individual and allowed to learn at their own pace within the prepared classroom environment. Children are usually taught in mixed-aged classrooms rather than grades, and teachers and classroom assistants will create individualized teaching and development plans that foster a child’s physical and spiritual learning.

Example schools: The International Montessori School of Beijing; The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten; Etonkids International Kindergarten PHOTOS: ADOBE STOCK PHOTOS:

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SCHOOL PROFILES INDEX

Saint Paul American School (SPAS)...... 57 Nursery, Pre-K, and Kindergartens Yew Wah International Education School...... 58

Beijing 21st Century International Kindergarten...... 28 Beijing Brilliant International School...... 29 K-12 Schools The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten...... 30 AISB-Hope International School...... 60 Children’s House of Virtues International Bilingual Kindergarten ...... 31 Beanstalk International Bilingual School (BIBS)...... 61 Etonkids International Kindergartens...... 32 Beijing AIDI School...... 62 The Family Learning House Wangjing School...... 33 Beijing City International School (BCIS)...... 63 House of Knowledge...... 34 Beijing Huijia Private School...... 64 iHommy International Daycare...... 35 Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA)...... 66 Innova Early Years Center...... 36 Beijing New Talent Academy (BNTA)...... 67 Ivy Academy ...... 37 Beijing Royal School (BRS)...... 68 Jack & Jill Academy...... 38 Beijing World Youth Academy (BWYA)...... 69 Jazzy Preschool for Gifted Children...... 39 Beijing Xin Fuxue International Academy...... 70 JA International Kindergarten...... 40 Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy (CKWA)...... 71 Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy...... 41 The British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi...... 72 Little Pace Courtyard Preschool...... 42 Canadian International School of Beijing (CIS)...... 74 Mammolina Children’s Home-Model Montessori KG...... 43 Dulwich College Beijing (DCB)...... 76 YueCheng Courtyard Kindergarten...... 44 Fangcao Foreign Language School...... 78 YueCheng Parkside Kindergarten...... 45 French International School of Beijing (LFIP)...... 79 Muffy’s International Kindergarten (MIK)...... 46 German Embassy School of Beijing...... 80 Haidian Foreign Language Academy...... 81 Haileybury International School...... 82 Up to Elementary or Middle School HD Beijing School...... 83 Blossom Montessori...... 47 Harrow Beijing (HBJ)...... 84 3e International School...... 48 International School of Beijing (ISB)...... 86 The British School of Beijing (BSB), Sanlitun...... 50 Keystone Academy...... 88 The International Montessori School of Beijing (MSB)...... 51 Limai Chinese American International School...... 89 Swiss School Beijing...... 52 Nord Anglia School Beijing, Fangshan...... 90 Springboard International Bilingual School (SIBS)...... 91 Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College...... 92 Up to High School Tsinghua International School (THIS)...... 93 Beijing No. 55 High School International Students Section...... 53 Tsinghua University High School International - Chaoyang...... 94 Beijing Enlighten School (BES)...... 54 Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing)... 95 Central Conservatory Preparatory School (CCPS)...... 55 Western Academy of Beijing (WAB)...... 96 Daystar Academy...... 56 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN

Beijing 21st Century International Kindergarten 北京市二十一世纪国际幼儿园

eijing 21st Century International Kindergarten is situated in the private grounds to the rear of the 21st Century International School. They aim to provide young students with a high quality international and multicultural environment which supports their full development and provides the key foundations for future success as international citizens. They also provide their students with extracurricular Bclasses such as; physical education, golf, violin (K5), and taekwondo (K5). Founding date: 1995 Tuition and other fees (2021-2022 facilities, science, multifunction room, art, School type: International department academic year): and cookery rooms kindergarten that belongs to the 21st • Tuition (for one year): RMB 181,500 Lunch: Three meals and two snacks, both Century Education Group • Application fee: No Chinese and Western School hours: 8am-4.30pm • Field trips: RMB 2,500 per semester Lunch fee: RMB 800 per month Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Uniform: RMB 2,435 Boarding program? No Curriculum description: UK’s Early Years • Bedding: RMB 1,200 Nurse/doctor available? Yes Foundation Stage (EYFS) Primary teaching language(s): English Age range: 2-6 Other elective language(s): Chinese 21.bjkid.com Grades offered: K2-K5 After-school activities: Art, music, Number of students: 180 taekwondo, cookery, dance, sensory, sports 46 Enjizhuang (within Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes and more, etc. Beijing 21st Century Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? No International School), Nationality of students: China, Canada, Extra help offered? Yes Haidian District 海淀区恩 Australia, and US Total area (in sqm): 2,107 济庄46号北京市二十一世纪国际学校内 Class size (average): 20 Facilities: Football field, sandpit, climbing 5613 5819, 5717 3202 Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 wall, library, outdoor physical education

28 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Beijing Brilliant International School 北京禾光幼儿园

rilliant International School (BIS) adheres to the educational philosophy of “Rooted in China, Connecting to the World”. They focus on combining the international curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) framework, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM), and academic English training, with a Chinese culture curriculum, to help their Bkids develop an international view required to be competitive in the future. Also, as an international school group, their Chinese and foreign teachers are trained to provide students with high-quality art and fitness lessons in well-designed facilities and open, colorful classrooms.

Founding date: September 1, 2014 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Nurse/doctor available? Full-time school School type: Private international school academic year): nurse available School hours: 8am-4.30pm • Tuition: RMB 145,000-177,600 per year Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Bedding: RMB 4,000 Curriculum description: IB PYP, STEAM, Primary teaching language(s): English BIS_Preschool EST English Language Teaching, Chinese Other elective language(s): Chinese bispreschool.com Culture Curriculum Extra-Curricular activities: Golf, art, Age range: 0-5 dance, piano, swimming Shunyi: Building Number of students: 400 Scholarships offered? No 2, No. 8 An Fu Street, Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Extra help offered? No Houshayu Town, Shunyi Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 6600 District. Chaoyang: Second Floor, Nationality of students: China, UK, US, Facilities: Library, Makerspace, multi- Building 4, No. 6 Chaoyang Park South France, Canada, Germany, Korea, Italy, purpose room, indoor and outdoor Road, Chaoyang District. Australia, Brazil playground, swimming pool Shunyi: 8048 2150 Chaoyang: Class size (average): 20 Lunch: Yes 6530 9369 Dongcheng: 8427 7199 Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Lunch fee: RMB 800-1,000 per month [email protected] Boarding program? No

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The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten 巧智博仁幼儿园

s one of the first Montessori schools to have been established in Beijing, The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten has a deep understanding and experience of how to bring a first-class Montessori education to parents across all areas of the city. Since 1992, we have strived to provide children with the education, freedom, and guidance they need to establish strong academic foundations for Asuccessful learning. To equip students with qualities that will help them grow into joyful, righteous, civil, knowledgeable, and caring citizens of the world.

Founding date: 1992 hip hop, kung fu, speech and drama, global • Beijing Lufthansa Center Campus School type: International and bilingual music, Lego club, and more 燕莎中心国际园 : Unit S114, Kempinski kindergarten Scholarships offered? Yes office, 50 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang School hours: 8.30am-3.20pm Extra help offered? N/A District. 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基 Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Total area (in sqm): Varies by location 写字楼S114室. (6465 1305, 6410 4482, Curriculum description: Montessori, Facilities: Indoor and outdoor playgrounds, [email protected]) bilingual mini golf course, ballet room, piano room, • Yayunxinxin Bilingual Campus 亚 Age range: 4 months-6 years and library 运新新双语园: East gate of Yayunxinxin Grades offered: Kindergarten Lunch: High-quality meat, poultry, or fish, Jiayuan Community, 1 Xindian Road, Number of students: 600 fruit, vegetables, rice, pasta, other cereals, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区辛店路一号亚运 Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes and carbohydrates. No more than 2 portions of 新新家园东门北侧 (顾家庄桥南，北湖渠 Local Chinese students accepted? Varies deep-fried, battered, or breaded food a week 路路西). (South of Gujiazhuang Bridge, by location Lunch fee: RMB 6,000 per semester West of Beihu Qulu) (5202 0293, 5202 Nationality of students: US, UK, Germany, Boarding program? No 0193, [email protected]) Japan, France, Saudi Arabia Nurse/doctor available? Varies by location • Oceanwide International Campus Class size (average): 20 泛海国际园: 1 Nanshiliju Road, Dongfeng Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Xiang, Chaoyang District (in Haofeng Tuition and other fees: Sports Park). 朝阳区姚家园北路豪丰体 • Infant class (4 months-18 months): 育公园内. (8556 4611, 8556 4122, info- RMB 6,400 for 4 hours TheChildrensHouse [email protected]) • Pre-primary (18 months-3 years): www.montessoribeijing.com • Sun Palace Campus 太阳公元儿 RMB 93,000-144,000 童之家: No. 202, Level 2, Building 10, • Primary (3-6 years): RMB 126,000-156,000 • Central Park International Taiyanggong First Street, Chaoyang • Application fee: RMB 2,500 Campus 国贸国际园: 103, Tower 8, District. 北京市朝阳 Primary teaching language(s): English Central Park, No.6 Chaoyangmenwai 区太阳宫一街1号院 Other elective language(s): English, Avenue, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区 10号楼底商2层202 Chinese 朝阳门外大街6号院8号楼首层底商室. (8488 8840, 8488 After-school activities: Chinese characters, 103 (6505 6147, 6505 4576, info@ 8850, info-sunpalace@ crafts, storybook circle, ballet, science lab, montessoribeijing.com) montessoribeijing.com) creative arts (4-6 years), Spanish, cooking,

30 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Children’s House of Virtues International Bilingual Kindergarten 馨德家国际双语幼儿园

HV International Bilingual Kindergarten offers early childhood international education for children aged 1-6 years, you can easily find a pre-kindergarten option if that’s what you are looking for. They provide children with safe care as they develop their full potential Cand talents to meet their future needs through a comprehensive education system. Founding date: 2010 International classes: RMB 138,000 per year School type: International bilingual Primary teaching language: English 馨德家国际 kindergarten Other languages taught as electives: www.chvchina.com School hours: 8am-4.30pm Chinese Ministry of Education accredited? Yes After-school activities: Art, dance, physical Guanhu Curriculum description: CHV offers three fitness, and technology Campus: 1/F, A6, 88 core courses: IB, English and virtues with Scholarships offered? No Donngsihuanbei Road, exploration and learning, realizing aesthetic Extra help offered? No Chaoyang District 北京朝阳区东四环北路 education, accomplishment education, living Total area: 2,000sqm 88号院甲6号楼二层 (近观湖国际居住区 ability, and promotion of competitiveness. School facilities: The kindergarten 东门） Age range: 1-6 years old is equipped with a wind turbine, which Chaoyang Park Campus:1 Chaoyang Grades offered: Daycare, Senior Group, monitors the air quality and oxygen Park South Road, Chaoyang District Middle Group, Junior Group content of the kindergarten 24 hours a day. (From the South Gate of the park, go Number of students: 260 They create a safe and artistic learning straight along the lake) 北京市朝阳区朝 Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes environment for children. Each environment 阳公园南路1号朝阳公园内馨德家国际托 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes is designed and arranged so that children 幼中心（从公园南门进入后沿湖边直行 Nationality of students: All nationalities can explore and learn independently. 即到） accepted Lunch fee: RMB 750-1,200 per month Guanhu Campus: 186 1842 8050 Average class size: 20 Boarding Program: No Chaoyang Park Campus: 400 810 Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 School nurse or doctor available? 9596; 136 8309 7302 Tuition fees (2021-2022 Academic Kindergarten is equipped with certified [email protected] Year): medical professionals. International plus classes: RMB 168,000 per year

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Etonkids International Kindergartens 北京伊顿国际幼儿园

s part of Etonkids Educational Group, Etonkids International Kindergartens are committed to cultivating students into independent, self- motivated, and creative learners. All Etonkids International Bilingual campuses have Nursery classes (18 months – 3 years; mixed-age) Aand Casa classes (3 – 6 years; mixed-age) that provide language, mathematics, practical life, sensorial, and cultural learning experiences. Founding date: 2003 Total area (in sqm): 1,000 • Peking House Campus: 20, Xidawang School type: International kindergarten Facilities: Playground, ballet room, multi- Road, Chaoyang District 大望路首府校园: School hours: 8.30am-4.30pm media classroom, library 朝阳区西大望路甲20号首府社区里 Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Lunch: Yes • Lido Campus: Rm C103 Lido Country Curriculum description: Montessori Lunch fee: RMB 800-1,330 per month Club, Lido Place, Jichang Road, Chaoyang Age range: 18 months-6 years (price may vary among campuses. Please District. 丽都校园: 朝阳区将台路机场路丽 Grades offered: Kindergarten call campus for details) 都广场 Number of students (per campus): 180 Boarding program? No • CBD GTM Campus: 3/F, Block D Global Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Nurse/doctor available? Yes Trade Mansion, Guanghua Road Chaoyang Local Chinese students accepted? Yes District. CBD世贸校园: 朝阳区光华路世贸 Nationality of students: China, US, 国际公寓D座3层 Australia, Canada, Germany Etonkids伊顿蒙台梭利 • Guancheng Midtown Campus: Guang Class size (average): 20-25 www.etonkids.com Qu Jia Yuan Building 21, Guang Qu Men Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Wai, Dongcheng District. 冠城名敦道校园: Tuition and other fees • Palm Springs Campus: 东城区广渠门外家园21号楼 (2020-2021 academic year): International Apartments, 8 Chaoyang • Arcadia Campus: Block 1, Arcadia • Bilingual class: RMB 135,036-138,000 per Park South Road, Chaoyang District. 棕榈 Villas, Houshayu, Shunyi District. 阿凯笛亚 school year 泉校园: 朝阳区朝阳公园南路8号棕榈泉国校园:北京市顺义区后沙峪罗马环岛北1000 • International class: RMB 165,000-207,900 际公寓米阿凯笛亚庄园 per school year • CBD Central Park Campus: Central • Olympic Village Campus: Southwest Primary teaching language(s): English Park Block 19, 6 Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang Corner of BeiChen West and Kehui Road, and Chinese District. CBD 新城校园: 朝阳区朝外大街6 Chaoyang District. 国 Other elective language(s): N/A 号新城国际19号楼奥村校园：朝阳区北辰 After-school activities: Science lab, logic • Capital Paradise Campus: Capital 西路与科荟路交汇处西 thinking, Elitekids English, Professional art and Paradise, No 6 Yuyang Road, Shunyi 南角 dance, drama class, Mega Blocks District. 顺义名都园: 北京市顺义区后沙峪 Scholarships offered? No 乡白辛庄村南新国展对面榆阳路6号 400 818 9098 Extra help offered? No

32 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN The Family Learning House (Wangjing) 德育苑 (望京校区)

ecognized as a model kindergarten by the Chaoyang Ministry of Education, The Family Learning House is a group of virtues-based, bilingual preschools dedicated to acquiring knowledge and good character for the purpose of serving humanity. In addition to its “Day By Day Learning” character education program, which was developed by The Family Learning House Education Group, the schools aim Rto provide a stimulating Montessori, English, and Chinese integrated curricula within a nurturing and uplifting physical environment. The children’s creative capacities are inspired and developed through participative art and music programs, while they also learn to become global citizens by studying a different country and culture each month. Students also engage in educational outings relevant to their learning and meaningful community service projects. Regular school family events, parent coffee mornings, and learning workshops foster the development of a united Family Learning House community of students, parents, teachers, and caregivers.

Founding date: 2002 Tuition and other fees (2021-2022 Lunch: Nutritionally balanced Chinese and School type: Bilingual Montessori academic year): Western meals with many vegetarian options kindergarten • RMB 135,000-165,000 per year (Wangjing Boarding program? No School hours: 8am-4pm (Mon-Fri), Campus) Lunch fee: RMB 800 per month 8.10am-noon (Last Fri of each month) Primary teaching language(s): Chinese, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Ministry of Education accredited? Yes English Curriculum description: English, Chinese, Other elective language(s): N/A Montessori, Day By Day Learning (character After-school activities: Varies by campus deyuyuanyoueryuan education), Global Citizenship and integrated into school day; can include www. Age range: 1.5-6 years art, music, piano classes, tennis, and others deyuyuankindergarten. Grades offered: Kindergarten Scholarships offered? No com Number of students: 200 Extra help offered? Children with AEN will Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes receive additional learning support Block A, Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 4,000 YuanyangWanhecheng, East of Yuhui Nationality of students: Australia, Belgium, Facilities: Montessori classrooms with child- Road, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区育慧东 Canada, China, Colombia, US, UK, Singapore, size kitchen, and library, certified Montessori 路远洋万和城A区 Korea, Brazil, Netherlands learning materials, piano in each classroom, Class size (average): Varies by campus, five outdoor playgrounds with vegetable 8436 8211 ext. 801/815 generally 20-25 (toddler); 18-28 (primary) garden, art room, multi- purpose room and [email protected] Teacher-student ratio: 1:4-1:5 parents’ coffee lounge.

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House of Knowledge 好思之家三语幼儿园

ouse of Knowledge International Kindergarten (HoK) has been offering premium trilingual (English/Chinese/German) education since 2007. Founders Mr. Farshad Danicek (Germany) and Mrs. Xia Qing (China) created a truly multicultural learning environment where children from around the world are learning and growing together. H House of Knowledge was the first school in Beijing that introduced the well-known Reggio Emilia learning approach. Over the past 15 years House of Knowledge has grown to a strong Reggio Emilia inspired Kindergarten with students from more than 10 countries. Our Early Years learners follow the Reggio Emilia educational approach, which consists of personalized, child-centred learning. House of Knowledge prepares students for a world that constantly changes, aiming to help them develop the personality traits they need to succeed in the 21st century. We offer age-appropriate learning environment for children aged 18 months – 6 years old, along with immersive language learning environment, project-based learning approach, as well as a variety of after-school-activities. Our campus in Chaoyang is conveniently located and is equipped to a high standard. Computer-controlled air purifiers, professionally prepared food, modern school buses, and much more — we value quality and safety.

Founding date: 2007 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 gym, floor heating, air filtering equipment, School type: International Kindergarten (we academic year): etc. enroll both local and foreign students) • Nursery (18 months – 3 years): Lunch: In-house food made using high- School hours: 8am–3:30pm (extended after- RMB 136,650 (5 full-days) quality ingredients such as organic vegetables, school-activities class available) • English Pre-K (3 – 5 years old): fruits, sugar-free yogurt, and fresh bread Ministry of Education accredited? Yes RMB 163,756 (5 full-days) Lunch fee: RMB 8,800 per annual academic Curriculum description: Project-Based • German Pre-K (3 – 5 years old): year (2 meals, 2 snacks per day) Learning with hands-on activities and STEM RMB 173,266 (5 full-days) Boarding program? No concept applied (Science, Technology, • KG (5 – 6 years old): Nurse/doctor available? Yes Engineering, Mathematics) RMB 168,900 (5 full-days) Age range: 18 months – 6 years old Primary teaching language(s): Chinese Grades offered: Nursery (18 months – 3 and English HoK好思之家 years), Pre-K (3 – 5 years old), Kindergarten (5 Other elective language(s): German www.hokschools.com – 6 years old), German class (3 – 5 years old) After-school activities: Global cooking, Number of students: 120 Maximum football, performance & dance workshop, House of Knowledge Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes child movement, creative drawing, and – Victoria Gardens, 15 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes more. Chaoyang Park West Nationality of students: US, German, UK, Scholarships offered? No Road. 好思之家三语幼儿园, 北京市朝阳 Canada, Japan, Russia, and China Extra help offered? No 区朝阳公园西里南区15号维多利亚花园 Class size (average): 16 (Nursery), 20 Total area (in sqm): 1,600 (Outdoor area 公寓 (Pre-K and KG level). around 500-600 sqm) 400 650 7747, Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 Facilities: Dedicated art room, library, [email protected] outdoor playground, in-house chef, indoor

34 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN iHommy Montessori Daycare 艾荷美蒙特梭利日托中心

Hommy Montessori Daycare consists of a group of working parents with overseas experience. They recognize that children between the ages of 0-6 can start their collective lives and recognize the world’s elite education philosophy. So they spend their energy integrating the world’s best educational resources, tailoring their children to create a safe, warm, professional place that truly belongs to the children. As ian international daycare center with AMS membership, iHommy adopts an all-day infiltrating English environment, combining Montessori education concepts with traditional Chinese culture. At the same time, according to the concept of the special REC (Respect & Educate & Care) curriculum system of iHommy has been created to respect the natural development laws of children and to encourage children to interact fully and effectively with their surroundings.

Founding date: 2015 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Lunch fee: No School type: Daycare academic year): RMB 15,800 per month Boarding program? No School hours: 8am-6pm Primary teaching language(s): English Nurse/doctor available? None Ministry of Education accredited? No Other elective language(s): Chinese Curriculum description: Montessori After-school activities: STEAM courses Education System, RIE available, baking, picture bookmaking, art, chico003 Age range: 3 months – 6 years and music Grades offered: Infant, Toddler, Casa Scholarships offered? No Room 103, Block Number of students: 100 Extra help offered? No A, Rongke Wangjing Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 1,000 Center, Chaoyang Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Indoor recreation facilities, District, Beijing Nationality of students: International kitchen 北京市朝阳区融科望京中心A座一层 and Chinese Lunch: Three meals and two extra snacks 400 878 3655 Class size (average): 12-15 every day, made from organic and imported Teacher-student ratio: 1:3 ingredients

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INNOVA Early Years Center 鸿誉国际幼儿园

he Innova Early Years Center (IEYC) program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. A Reggio inspired educational program shares Tthe image of a successful child as one who is curious, confident, competent, and well prepared for the future. Founding date: 2017 Other languages taught as electives: N/A medical clinic, with one onsite nurse School type: Kindergarten After-school activities: 20 + clubs: street School hours: 8am – 4pm dance, cooking, robotics, football, tennis, Mad Curriculum description: Reggio inspired Science, taikwondo, coding, wushu, Chinese early years program using the IBPYP curriculum characters 鸿誉教育 framework Scholarships offered? N/A www.ey.innovaedu.cn Age range: 2-6 years Extra help offered? N/A Grades offered: Pre-K2 – Kindergarten 5 Total area: Zhaolin Campus: 2,600sqm; Zhaolin Campus: Number of students: 100 Fanhai Campus: 5,000sqm Tower B, Zhaolin Plaza, Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes School facilities: Open plan classrooms, a Yizhuang Local Chinese students accepted? Yes lobby café for parents and guests, a library, 北京大兴区亦庄朝林广场B座一层 Nationality of students: Chinese and foreign STEAM, arts studio, cooking studios, a Fanhai Campus: Shifoyingdongli 133-4, students multi-purpose center, outdoor learning area Chaoyang District Average class size: 20 (including a playground, nature area and 北京市朝阳区石佛营东里133号院4号楼 Average teacher/student ratio: 1:5 vegetable garden), and an air purification Tuition fees (2021-2022 Academic Year): system. Zhaolin Campus: IEYC_YZinfo@ Application Fee: RMB 2,000 Lunch offered: Yes, RMB 12,000/Academic innovaedu.org, 131 2109 5983; Fanhai Zhaolin Campus: RMB 159,800 Year, this fee covers 2 meals (breakfast & lunch) Campus: [email protected], Faihai Campus: RMB 188,000 and 2 snacks (morning & afternoon). 156 5207 8281 Primary teaching language: English and Boarding Program: No Chinese School nurse or doctor available? A

36 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Ivy Academy (IA) 艾毅国际幼儿园

vy Academy (IA) offers an English speaking environment taught by a team of highly qualified early childhood educators. There are three IA campuses, conveniently located at Sanlitun (Sanlitun Campus), Sanyuanqiao (Ocean Express Campus) and CBD (Central Park Campus). As a member of Ivy Education Group, Ivy Academy’s mission is to educate and provide an environment which enables each child: to become Iself-confident, to know how to get along well with others, to be self-directed problem solvers, to make good choices, and to see themselves as children with good ideas. Ivy Education Group’s vision, with a focus on the Multiple Intelligences theory as a tool, strives to develop the full potential of children in a dynamic, play-based, and supportive environment using current research-based practices.

Founding date: 2004 (Sanlitun Campus), • Sanlitun Campus: RMB 205,000 snacks daily that take the child’s nutritional 2006 (Ocean Express Campus), 2013 (Central • Ocean Express Campus RMB 185,000 needs into account. The school also provides Park Campus) • Central Park Campus: RMB 178,552 Type B menu for children with special needs School type: International pre-school and Please pay attention to the school’s published (allergies, religions, and special food choices). kindergarten information for tuition fees in 2021-2022. The lunch fee is optional. School hours: 8.30am-12pm (half-day, • Application fee: RMB 3,000 (Sanlitun Boarding program? No Nursery only); 8.30am-3.30pm (full day) Campus, Central Park Campus) Nurse/doctor available? Yes, full-time Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Tuition deposit: RMB 10,000 (to be credited Curriculum description: Ivy Academy offers toward tuition) an English speaking environment taught by • Transportation fee: Optional (contact school ivyeducationgrp a team of highly qualified early childhood for latest information) www.ivyschools.com educators who customize the MI theory Primary teaching language(s): English integrated curriculum base on the children’s Other elective language(s): None Sanlitun Campus: No. 13 Sanlitun interests. Ivy Academy is the only system in After-school activities: Yes East 4th Street, Chaoyang District. 朝 Asia certified by the MI Institute. Scholarships offered? Inquire with the 阳区三里屯东四街13号. (8532 6325, Age range: 2-6 campus directly [email protected]). Grades offered: Nursery to kindergarten Extra help offered? No Central Park Campus: Building 24 Number of students: 120 (Sanlitun Total area (in sqm): 1,000 (Sanlitun Central Park, No. 6 Chaowai Street. 朝 Campus), 60 (Central Park Campus), 100 Campus), 667 (Central Park Campus), 1,575 外大街6号新城国际公寓24号楼. (6597 (Ocean Express Campus). (Ocean Express Campus) 0250, [email protected]). Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Campuses are protected by Ocean Express Campus: Building E, Nationality of students: China, Japan, central air filtration systems. Library, art Ocean Express, No. 2 East Third Ring France, Australia, Uganda, US, Netherlands, room, children’s kitchen, construction room, North Road, Chaoyang Germany, Russia, UK, Italy, Norway, Singapore, dramatic play room, and multipurpose District. 朝阳区东三环 Singapore, Canada, Indonesia room. Ocean Express Campus: a STEAM 北路2号远洋新干线E座. Class size (average): 16-20 classroom; a well-equipped outdoor (8446 7287/7286/7921, Teacher-student ratio: 1:4-1:5 playground, bilingual library, straight potable info-OE@ivyschools. Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 water, and multi-purpose room. com). academic year): Lunch: The school provides lunch and 2

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Jack & Jill Academy 嘉杉嘉华幼儿园

ack & Jill Academy is a full day child care and education service provider with high quality services catering for children aged 2 to 6. They are dedicated to integrating the essence of both Chinese and Western teaching practices. They practice the HighScope Curriculum and IPC Curriculum, both of which are widely recognized as advanced curriculums in the early childhood education field and seamlessly Jinterface with leading international schools. They believe in, and focus their practice on “children’s active learning”. All of their teachers hold a bachelor’s degree or above and graduated from top universities in China and/or overseas countries, and more than 30% of their teachers have a master’s degree. They provide their children with an English and Chinese bilingual environment and a rich variety of courses and/or activities to empower them to thrive in their daily life.

Founding date: Aug 2012. • Registration fee: RMB 5,000 outdoor playground, independent indoor gym, Wangjing Campus: July 2019 • Jack & Jill Academy: RMB 182,000 per children’s theater, libraries, PE room, music School type: Bilingual preschool and year and dance room, children’s kitchen, art room, kindergarten program Primary teaching language(s): English, and other functional rooms. School hours: 8.30am–4pm Chinese Meal fee: RMB 8,000 per year Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Other elective language(s): No Boarding program? No Curriculum description: HighScope and After-school activities: Western and Nurse/doctor available? Yes IPC/IEYC Chinese holiday events, monthly field trips, Age range: 2-6 years more than 30 extra-curricular courses Grades offered: Nursery, preschool, and (cooking, baseball, soccer, Lego, STEM, jacknjill1861 kindergarten drama, music, art, reading, etc.), summer Number of students: up to 120 camp, various children’s club (children’s Jack & Jill Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes choir, band, etc.). Academy: Room 101– Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? No 102, Building 11, Ocean Nationality of students: China, US, Extra help offered? No Crown (Wangjing), Canada, France, Malaysia Total area (in sqm): 3,000 Chaoyang District. 北京市朝阳区望京远洋 Class size (average): 20 Facilities: We employ a first-class design 万和公馆11号楼101-102室 Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 team to provide a child-centered design. We Tuition and other fees (2021-2022 have fully functional classrooms for different 6470 8830, [email protected] academic year): age groups. Other facilities include a spacious,

38 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Jazzy Preschool for Gifted Children 杰思中英法三语幼儿园

azzy Preschool (JP) is an English, French and Chinese kindergarten with a unique, trilingual, education curriculum for gifted children aged 1-6 years old. Its international program, accredited by the Chinese government and partner of the French government, responds to the English, French, and Chinese standards. Inspired and developed from the French teaching ideas, JP’s curriculum is based on the core Jvalues of autonomy, social awakening, learning fulfillment and happiness to go to kindergarten. At JP, children of all ethnicities evolve in a multicultural, rich environment. They grow up and learn effortlessly, at their own natural pace. The kindergarten’s rich, social atmosphere offers many opportunities for parents to get involved in their child’s kindergarten life to build a caring, educational community for each family. JP has two different locations, each enjoying beautiful surroundings in busy neighborhoods. JP Dongzhimen is located in the heart of Beijing’s embassy district, Dongzhimen, and nested in a Chinese Suzhou-styled traditional garden. JP at the French School welcomes children aged 1-3 years old in the privileged campus of the French International School of Beijing.

Founding date: 2011 RMB 138,600 per school year (5 days a week) administrative office, meeting room, and the School type: Kindergarten RMB 114,840 per school year (4 days a week) school nurse’s office. School hours: 8.30am-4.30pm RMB 91,080 per school year (3 days a week) Lunch: Chinese and western options. Lunch Ministry of Education accredited? Yes RMB 59,400 per school year (2 days a week) fee includes a morning and afternoon snack Curriculum description: Thanks to its Primary teaching language(s): English, Lunch Fee: RMB 12,500 (5 days a week), pedagogy, based on a one teacher - one French, Chinese RMB 10,200 (4 days a week), RMB 7,800 (3 language approach, each child considers the Other elective language(s): None days a week), RMB 5,000 (2 days a week). three languages as mother tongues and has After-school activities: English performance Boarding program? No the assets to keep up with any English, French, arts, English phonics, English cooking class, Nurse/doctor available? Yes or Chinese educational system. French writing and reading class, yoga Age range: 12 months (or as soon as the in French, French board games, Chinese child can walk) to 6 years old calligraphy, go class, piano class, French and Jazzy-Preschool Grades offered: Kindergarten English introduction to music, swimming class, Number of students: 85 tennis class • East Lake Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? No Villas: C101, 35 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Extra help offered? Special program for Dongzhimenwai Street, Nationality of students: US, UK, Canada, children with special needs on a case by Dongcheng District 北京 France, Belgium, China, Germany, Russia, case basis 市东城区东直门外大街35号C101 Poland, Japan, Spain, Kazakhstan, Singapore, Total area (in sqm): 1200sqm at the • The French International School Italy, and Malaysia Dongzhimen location and 200sqm at the of Beijing: 3 Xinjin Lu, Chaoyang Class size (average): 12-20 French International School Beijing location. District Teacher-student ratio: 1:4-5 Facilities: Five classrooms located on two Tuition and other fees: floors with different games and activities 151 1028 3398, 6417 9960, RMB 138,600 per school year areas, child-sized lavatories on each level, [email protected] Under 3 years old: a basketball court, playground, playroom,

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JA International Kindergarten 积爱幼儿园

ocated in the pioneering international community of Chaoyang District, Beijing, JA International Kindergarten is dedicated to offering excellent education services to children from the ages of 0-6. They aim to preserve children’s aspirations, empower their curiosity, and inspire their passion to find infinite discoveries. JA based all the education programs according to the principles of the IB PYP curriculum, Lhave adopted the Reggio Emilia approach to inspire the children’s natural talents, and inspire them to achieve the impossible. JA’s unique language learning system is devoted to cultivating children to be native speakers in both English and Chinese. All students belong to one House and develop a strong sense of belonging and allegiance to their House during their time at JA. They are committed to cultivating world citizens that are knowledgeable, balanced, empathetic, and enthusiastic about social affairs, and actively contribute to the community.

Founding date: 2016 for different year groups. Please contact the music classrooms, outdoor and indoor School type: International Kindergarten Admissions Office for detailed information. sports areas, parents’ reception area. The School hours: Transition 8.30-11.30am; Plan Dominate Communication Language: CBD campus features a great design and A 8.30am-3.20pm; Plan B 8.30am-4pm; Plan English a significant eco-friendly environment with C 8.30am-5pm Classroom Languages: Immersive English fine art and music studios, library, indoor Ministry of Education accredited: Yes Environment. English interpretation instead playground, cafeteria, a 200-seat theater, Curriculum description: IB PYP, committed of translation. Chinese is also used as leading 5000sqm sports field, and playground. to developing curious and lifelong learners. & coordinate language in Chinese and maths Meals: Lunch , dinner and 2 snacks. High standard academic learning in dual learning and activities for developing multi- Meal Fee: Please contact the Admissions languages and maths. Very keen to the prime cultural comprehension. office for detailed information. area as physical, personal, social, emotional Other elective languages: French, Boarding program?: No development. Preserve the children at this Germany, and Portuguese Nurse/doctor on staff: Yes age for their natural spark and individuality. Language learning program: English Age range: 1.5-6 includes Jolly Phonics, Level Reading and Grades offered: Mommy & Me (1-2), Comprehension, Jolly Grammar, Creative Nursery (Age 1.5-3), Toddler (Age 3-4), Pre- Writing. Chinese includes Chinese Culture, JourneyAcademy Kindergarten (Age 4-5), Kindergarten (Age Chinses pinyin, Chinese characters and www.journey- 5-6) Chinese reading. academy.com Number of students: 200-300 After-school activities: Massive choices Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes about sports, science, art, music and academic, • CBD Campus: Local Chinese students accepted? Yes help students to extend their own talents, 92 Mid 4th Ring Road, Nationality of students: Chinese and supported by the most professional teachers Chaoyang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区 international in their fields, with the fantastic facilities. 东四环中路92号 Average class size:12-18 students Summer/winter camps and weekend-school Teacher to Student ratio: 1:3-1:5 according are still opened during holidays. WeChat: 171 5013 9988, to different age groups Scholarships offered? Yes JourneyAcademy Tuition Fee for (2020-2021 Academic Extra help offered? Yes Voice: 186 0002 6712 Year): Total area (in sqm): CBD Campus 10,000 [email protected] RMB 168,000-RMB 230,000 per school year Facilities: New-air system, SmartBoards,

40 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy 凯斯国际幼儿园

at and Janice Vinson opened the first Kids ‘R’ Kids in 1985 in celebration of their 30-year anniversary. They have an incredible 60-year history in preschool development and management, which began with their first preschool in 1961. Their unique vision, breaking the boundaries of traditional childcare and daycare, has propelled the Kids ‘R’ Kids name to its current household status, a testament to Ptheir experience and commitment. The Kids ‘R’ Kids Corporate Headquarters is located in Atlanta, Georgia in the US, providing support to Learning Academies located in Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. With AdvancED accredited curricula, extensive quality assurance guidance, and over 180 centers in 18 states, Kids ‘R’ Kids is one of the leading providers of childcare in the US. Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies is also present with many schools throughout China. In 2014, Kids ‘R’ Kids expanded to China and opened the first China campus in Beijing the following year. Guided by the philosophy, “hug first, then teach”, Kids ‘R’ Kids China is currently operating approximately 20 preschools in 11 cities, and striving to bring quality childcare to communities throughout the country.

Founding date: September 2015 Tuition and other fees (2021-2022 Boarding Program: No School type: Private School Academic Year): RMB 158,000-189,600 Nurse/doctor available? Yes School hours: 8am - 4.30pm Application Fee: RMB 3,000 Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Primary teaching language(s): English http://bjjt.kidsrkidschina.com Curriculum description: Big Steps Other elective language(s): Chinese Curriculum, Fast Track Curriculum, STEAM After-school activities: American football, Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of Ahead, Brain Waves, HiChina, Summer basketball, golf, soccer, Lego, drawing, Beijing (KRK) Camp science, drama KRKBJGS/18511713397 Age range: 1-6 Scholarships offered? No Building 64, Number of students: 110+ Extra help offered: No Hongmiao North Lane, Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 2,700 Chaoyang District 北京 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Playground, library, multi-function 朝阳区红庙北里64号楼 Class size: 10-18 hall 185 1171 3397 Teacher/student ratio: 1:3; 1:4; 1:5 Lunch: Chinese and Western

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Little Pace Courtyard Preschool 小节奏庭院私塾

estled in a tranquil Hutong courtyard in the old town of Beijing, Little Pace endeavors to create a natural, personal, and international- local experience for little dwellers between 2.5-6 years old. They offer the smallest class in town where genuine friendship and bonding are reinforced among all members of the group. As a member school of the American Montessori Society (AMS), they transcribe the Ninternational curriculum into a traditional Chinese homeschool setting where both the hundred-year-old house and the small private yard are a workspace for students to explore. When the weather is good, the children can come in and out freely to enjoy the peaceful yard and get close to nature. Little Pace understands that early childhood education is more about influencing the initial cognitive formation of the self and the world through everyday experience than just passing on specific knowledge and facts. Their students are immersed in arts, traditional culture, and a natural pace of life. They respect the development pace of each child and facilitate children’s growth according to individual characters and temperaments. The lead teacher is a PhD mom who specializes in psychology and arts.

Founding date: 2018 Academic Year): Lunch fee: Included in tuition and fees School type: Private Tuition: RMB 105,040 Boarding Program: None School hours: 9am -5pm Registration fee: RMB 1,500 Nurse or doctor available? Available on call Ministry of Education accredited? No Material fee: RMB 2,000 Curriculum description: Montessori Primary teaching language: Chinese and Age range: 2.5-6 English Grades offered: mixed-age group Other elective languages: None 15901077515 Number of students: 12 After-school activities: French, Ballet Dongzhimen Nei, Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? No Beixinqiao, Dongcheng Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Extra help offered? No District 北京市东城区东 Nationality of students: All nationalities Total area: 100sqm 直门内北新桥 accepted Facilities: A private yard with small animals, Class size: 12 heated tatami, and fresh air solutions 159 0107 7515; Teacher/student ratio: 1:4 Lunch: Organic Chinese lunch is provided [email protected] Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 through a trusted local farm

42 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN Mammolina Children’s Home-Model Montessori Kindergarten 三为园-蒙德梭利教育国际标准示范园

ammolina Children’s Home-Model Montessori Kindergarten is a model school for Montessori education in China that prides itself in offering the benefits of a high-quality, uncompromising Montessori English-Chinese bilingual environment to ages 1-7. The highly- qualified teachers have a minimum of 20 years of experience each. Classrooms are fully bilingual, uniquely integrated, feature open Mspaces, and are unmatched by any other in China. Unparalleled one-on-one assistance is offered; the school’s detailed record-keeping system allows teachers to tailor programs to each child’s needs and interests. Mammolina’s graduates are well-prepared to enter top foreign and Chinese schools. Following the highest safety and hygiene standards, Mammolina nurtures confidence, curiosity, and creativity.

Founding date: 2005 academic year): balance the children’s dietary needs School type: Montessori infant-toddler and • Toddler class (1-3): RMB 140,000 Lunch fee: RMB 8,000 per year kindergarten program • Casa class (3-6): RMB 156,000 Boarding program? No School hours: 8.10am-3.30pm Primary teaching language(s): English Nurse/doctor available? Yes, the staff is Ministry of Education accredited? Yes and Chinese trained in first aid Curriculum description: Montessori Other elective language(s): No Age range: 1-7 After-school activities: Ukelele, Yoga, Grades offered: Infant/toddler (age 1-3), and Art CN69696969696969 Casa (age 3-6) Scholarships offered? No www.mammolina.cn Number of students: 75 Extra help offered? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 1,598 36 Maquanying Siqu (next to Beijing Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Independently owned facilities, Riviera and Outlets), Xiangjiang Beilu, Nationality of students: Around 50 percent integrated 250-300sqm classrooms, child- Chaoyang District 北京市 of Mammolina’s students are foreign sized kitchen, indoor and outdoor private 朝阳区马泉营四区36号楼 Class size (average): 16 (infant-toddler garden and play areas, and more （近北京赛特奥莱） classroom); 25 (kindergarten) Lunch: All food is prepared in-house and 8470 5128, Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 includes a mix of Chinese and Western organic [email protected] Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 food. Three certified dietitians consulted to

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YueCheng Courtyard Kindergarten 乐成四合院幼儿园

ueCheng Courtyard Kindergarten, conveniently located in the Shuangqiao area of Chaoyang District, is a member institution of YueCheng Education, which opened in 2019. The kindergarten features a unique campus design of ancient and modern, China and the world, which allows children to engage in inspiring, open and connected learning spaces. So far, the kindergarten has won many international awards Yincluding the A+ Awards, known as the “Oscars in Architecture”. Crystallizing the pioneering and innovative experiences of providing international education for years, YueCheng Education has created the YueCheng Kindergarten Curriculum that enables young children to learn through investigative play. While providing high-quality international education, the kindergarten also honors the best of Chinese language and culture, creating a dialogue between the past, the present and the future. All children at YueCheng Courtyard Kindergarten are empowered to enjoy a positive, purposeful and healthy life, understanding how to be, to live, to learn and how to create, becoming confident and creative learners as they begin their educational journey. YueCheng Education is committed to inspiring passionate, forward-thinking learners. Its mission is to enrich and enhance learning by empowering its member institutions that include Beijing City International School, YueCheng Kindergartens, YueCheng Education Research Institute, Learning Frontier and Reading Frontier.

Founding date: October 2019 RMB 105,000-120,000 per semester. arts center; “Books everywhere” reading School type: Kindergarten Please refer to the school announcement environment; parent’s center, and much more. School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm (After-school information for 2021-2022 school year. Lunch: Chinese and western-style food care lasts until 6pm) Primary teaching language(s): English Lunch fee: Included Ministry of Education accredited? Yes and Chinese Boarding program? No Curriculum description: YueCheng Other elective language(s): None Nurse/doctor available? Yes Kindergarten Curriculum After-school activities: Football, music, Age range: 1.5-6 years old ballet, gymnastics, and creative handicrafts, Grades offered: 1.5-3 years old Explorers, etc. YueChengKG 3-5 years Discovers, 5-6 years old Inquirers Scholarships offered? Contact the www.yuechengkg. Number of students: 60 places in the Admissions Office for detailed information com 2020-2021 school year and 80 places in the Extra help offered? Child Learning support West Lane No.6, 2021-2022 school year program Shuangqiao Street, Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 10,778.6 Chaoyang District 朝阳 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Following the LEED environmental 区双桥街西巷6号 Nationality of students: International and standards in support of children’s health and Chinese wellbeing, the kindergartens’ facilities include: 8775 1725; Class size (average): 15-25 impressive no-boundaries learning spaces; 178 0156 1725 (same as WeChat); Teacher-student ratio: 1:4-1:6 rooftop playground; courtyard playground; [email protected] Tuition and other fees (2020-2021): indoor gymnasium; makerspaces; performing

44 PROFILES NURSERY, PRE-K, AND KINDERGARTEN YueCheng Parkside Kindergarten 乐成公园幼儿园

ueCheng Parkside Kindergarten is a member institution of YueCheng Education. Conveniently located in the Banbidian area of Tongzhou, adjacent to a landmark park designed and built by YueCheng, the kindergarten will open in autumn 2021. As an integral part of a new urban community, the open and connected learning spaces and parent-shared spaces will allow the kindergarten to build a close Ylearning community. The kindergarten follows the YueCheng Kindergarten Curriculum with investigative play as the core methodology. Meanwhile, the kindergarten abreast an extensive well-designed parkland, allows for close ties to nature, creating a dialogue between families, our community and the world. All children at YueCheng Parkside Kindergarten are empowered to enjoy a positive, purposeful and healthy life, understanding how to be, to live, to learn and how to create, becoming confident and creative learners as they begin their educational journey. YueCheng Education is committed to inspiring passionate, forward-thinking learners. Its mission is to enrich and enhance learning by empowering its member institutions that include Beijing City International School, YueCheng Kindergartens, YueCheng Education Research Institute, Learning Frontier and Reading Frontier.

Founding date: 2021 Autumn Tuition and other fees: garden, Maker space, parent’s center. School type: Kindergarten Contact the Admissions Office for detailed Nurse/doctor available? Yes School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm information Ministry of Education accredited? In Primary teaching language(s): English, process Chinese YueChengKG Curriculum description: YueCheng After-school activities: A selection of ASA/ www.yuechengkg. Kindergarten Curriculum ASC will be planned within a timetable. com Age range: 1.5-6 years old Extra help offered? Yes 23 Banbidian Street, Number of students: 40 places in the 2021- Total area (in sqm): 5,018.6 Tongzhou District 2022 school year Facilities: Following the LEED environmental 通州区半壁店街23号 Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes standards in support of children’s health and Local Chinese students accepted? Yes wellbeing, the kindergartens’ facilities include: 6775 1725; Nationality of students: No restriction no-boundaries learning spaces, outdoor play 136 2128 1930 (same as WeChat); Class size (average): 15-25 space, indoor gym and theater, gross motor [email protected] Teacher-student ratio: 1:4-1:6 facilities, canteen, MPR, Rooftop organic

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Muffy’s International Kindergarten (MIK) 博识梦飞幼儿园

uffy’s International Kindergarten’s story began in 2004 as “Muffy’s Education,” a small English immersion school in Beijing. Muffy’s founder envisioned a school that felt like a family, one that provided quality education grounded in care for children and respect for parents. 16 years later, Muffy’s has grown to include over 700 students and they still feel like family. Using Howard Gardner’s Multiple MIntelligence Theory as the backbone of their curriculum, their education philosophy has evolved to emphasize social, cognitive, and character development alongside the goal of language acquisition and proficiency.

Founding date: 2004 meals after the entrance, please consult the School type: International school campus for details. Wangjing Campus: East Gate of School hours: 8am-5pm Primary teaching language(s): Chinese Bei Xiaohe Park, Wangjing West Road, Ministry of Education accredited? Yes and English Chaoyang District. 北京市朝阳区望京西路 Curriculum description: Based on Multiple Other elective language(s): N/A 北小河公园东门 Intelligence Theory After-school activities: Tennis, baseball, Wanliu Campus: North Club, Age range: 2-6 science, Chinese, dance, art, taekwondo, Fengshuyuan Yangchun Guanghua Grades offered: Nursery, pre-school, and artistic gymnastics, little host, Ruantao, and so Community, Wanliu E. Road北京市海淀区 kindergarten on. *Different activities on different campuses 万柳东路阳春光华枫树园北会所 Number of students: 700 Scholarships offered? No (8255 4183, 8255 3057) Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Extra help offered? No Xiangshang Campus: XiangshanQingqin Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 3,000 (Wangjing), 2,800 Villa, Mentoucun, Sijiqing Zhen, Haidian Nationality of students: China, US, Canada, (Wanliu), 1,500 (Xiangshan), 2,000 (Sijiqing) District (8259 0896)北京市海淀区四季青 Korea, and UK Facilities: Classrooms, Library, Art room, Music 镇香山清琴山庄甲38号 Class size (average): 18-22 room, playground, physical activity room, Sijiqing Campus: Building No. 20, Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 multimedia room. LinFengjiayuanbeili, Tuition and other fees: Lunch: Chinese and Western food Haidian District • Wangjing campus: RMB 84,000 per term Boarding program? No (8849 8118)北京市海淀 Wanliu campus, Xiangshan campus, and Nurse/doctor available? Yes 区临枫嘉园北里20号 Sijiqing campus: RMB 156,000 per year/RMB 84,000 per term/RMB 14,600 per month Muffys 400 881 6615 • You will be charged for disposable items and

46 UP TO ELEMENTARY OR MIDDLE SCHOOL PROFILES Blossom Montessori 北京布拉森姆文化发展有限公司

n the heart of Beijing, Blossom Montessori offers a child-centered true Montessori Program for 6 to 12 years old children. They focus on the emotional, intellectual, physical, and social development of the child in a mixed age bilingual environment. Their indoor space is purposely reproducing a home setting, as in the genuine Montessori tradition. Outdoor facilities are top-notch, with a well-cared for garden, pond, Iand a safe playground. Diverse environment, fully bilingual curriculum, and trained educators will give your child the chance to naturally unfold their potential, with a strong academic foundation. Blossom Montessori also follows an environmental awareness program which aims to reduce waste and impact on the environment. Their location is easily reachable by taxi, subway, and bus.

Founding date: 2018 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Facilities: Genuine Montessori environment. School type: Montessori academic year): Lunch: Chinese/Western. Morning and School hours: 8.20am-3.30pm • RMB 95,000 afternoon snacks provided. Ministry of Education accredited? No • Registration Fee: RMB 2,500 Boarding program? No Curriculum description: Montessori • Lunch Fee: RMB 8,000 per school year Nurse/doctor available? On duty during Elementary curriculum Primary teaching language(s): English the school week Age range: 6-12 years and Chinese Grades offered: Grades 1-6 Other elective language(s): Spanish, Number of students: 15-20 French Blossom_Montessori Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes After-school activities: Music foundation, Local Chinese students accepted? No guitar, English, Chinese, Spanish, French, Sanlitun area Nationality of students: International yoga, ballet Class size (average): 15 Scholarships offered? No 5335 3950, Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 Extra help offered? Yes [email protected] Total area (in sqm): 250

47 PROFILES UP TO ELEMENTARY OR MIDDLE SCHOOL

3e International School 3e国际学校

e International School, since its founding in August 2005, has grown into one of the leading bilingual international schools in Beijing with over 220 students from Nursery through Grade 6. The school aims to develop “creative thinkers and collaborative learners who are able to move respectfully and appreciatively across cultures,” through a research-based curriculum developed especially for this 3education model. Classes are conducted in English and Chinese with half of every day devoted to each language. Within this inquiry- based program, a balance of child-initiated and teacher directed activity is provided to support a child’s development across the entire curriculum.

Founding date: 2005 After-school activities: Fun French, 200 seat auditorium and expansive outdoor School type: International school Gymnastics, STEAM, Kung Fu, Golf, and under cover play spaces. All buildings School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Rollerblades, Football, Basketball, Hip-Hop, are equipped with a centralized air filtration Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Drama, Science, Water Painting, Tennis, Art, system, ensuring the indoor AQI remains at Curriculum description: 50 percent English, Chess, Ballet, Latin Dance, Instruments. minimal levels. 50 percent Chinese dual immersion program, Scholarships offered? Yes Lunch: On-site kitchen, nutritionist consulted, Research-based curriculum Extra help offered? Yes Chinese, Western, international food with Age range: 2-12 Total area (in sqm): 6,600 (Kindergarten vegetarian options prepared by Chartwells. Grades offered: Nursery-Grade 6 Campus), 37,000 (Elementary Campus which Lunch fee: RMB 9,250 per year (Kindergarten Number of students: 220 is shared with LFIP) Campus); RMB 10,175 per year (Elementary Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Facilities: Kindergarten Campus is located Campus) Local Chinese students accepted? next to Si’de Park. This purpose built campus Boarding program? No Kindergarten: Yes; Elementary: No has an expansive natural outdoor space, Nurse/doctor available? Yes, two full-time Nationality of students: US, China, including differentiated age appropriate school nurses assigned from Beijing United Canada, Australia, UK, Philippines, Israel, the playgrounds. The spacious indoor facilities Family Healthcare Netherlands and more. include two large gymnasium spaces, art Max class size: 15–20 room, music room and library. All learning Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 to 1:10 spaces, inside and out, are designed to take www.3einternationalschool.org Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 best advantage of natural light and resources academic year): to stimulate young inquiring minds. The Kindergarten Campus: 9-1 Jiangtai • Nursery-Kindergarten: RMB 198,000 centralized air filtration system ensures indoor Xilu, Lido, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区将 • Grade 1-6: RMB 209,800 AQI is maintained below AQI 2 at all times. 台西路9-1号. Elementary Campus: 3 • Application fee: 3,000 Elementary Campus (opened in 2016) is a Xinjin Road, Chaoyang • Transportation fee: RMB 12,422-16,052 per campus shared with 3e Elementary students District. 朝阳区新锦路 year (depending on route) and the French International School. The 3号 Primary teaching language(s): English campus comprises impressive facilities such 6437 3344 ext. 100, and Chinese as a multi-purpose indoor stadium, soccer admissions@3einternatio Other elective language(s): French (for pitch, 100m and 400m running tracks, nalschool.org elementary students) outdoor basketball courts, 400 seat cafeteria,

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49广告 PROFILES UP TO ELEMENTARY OR MIDDLE SCHOOL

The British School of Beijing, Sanlitun 北京英国学校-三里屯校区

he British School of Beijing, Sanlitun (BSB Sanlitun) is the only British international school in downtown Beijing. Situated in the heart Tof the embassy district, students aged 1 to 11 (Early Years and Primary School) thrive in the school’s international community. Founding date: 2003-2004 • Year 3: RMB 251,497 space, art room, a cookery room, 2 libraries, School type: International school • Year 4-6: RMB 255,061 outdoor playgrounds, astroturf soccer field, School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm • Application fee: RMB 2,000 an indoor gymnasium, and indoor soft play Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • To obtain the early bird discount the full area. Curriculum description: English National year fees must be paid in full by the due date Lunch: A variety of Asian and Western Curriculum stated on the invoice options, including vegetarian. Canteen Age range: 1-11 Primary teaching language(s): English includes a sandwich station and salad bar. Grades offered: Pre-nursery-Year 6 Other elective language(s): Chinese and Lunch fee: Included in tuition Number of students: Maximum 700 German Boarding program? No Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes After-school activities: A range of creative, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? No sports, music, and language activities such Nationality of students: Over 60 as cooking, singing, table tennis, crafts, nationalities represented, including UK, US, basketball, drama, debate, sketching, soccer, BSBSanlitun Australia, Germany creative writing, and construction. www.bsbsanlitun.com Class size (maximum): 22 Scholarships offered? No Teacher-student ratio: 1:3 (Pre-nursery) Extra help offered? EAL (English as an Primary Building: to 1:11 (Year 6) Additional Language). No. 5, Xiliu Street, Tuition fees for one academic year Total area (in sqm): 10,000 Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang (2020-2021) Facilities: Classrooms with interactive District 北京市朝阳区三里屯西六街5号 • Pre-nursery and nursery: RMB 135,082 (half- whiteboards, laptops, MacBooks, and Primary: 8531 1999, Early Years: day) RMB 202,609 (full-day) iPads for use in classrooms, performing 8531 1980 • Reception: RMB 202,609 arts classrooms, individual music practice [email protected] • Year 1-2: RMB 235,952 rooms, dance studio, drama studio, maker

50 UP TO ELEMENTARY OR MIDDLE SCHOOL PROFILES The International Montessori School of Beijing 北京蒙台梭利国际学校

he International Montessori School of Beijing (MSB) is proud to celebrate 30 years of delivering the highest quality education to the international community in Beijing. Guided by specially trained teachers, MSB’s Montessori classrooms are optimal learning environments where their students interact with each other in a mixed age setting all the while working with beautiful Montessori materials and Tmany rich resources. This experiential approach fosters a high level of engagement and connectedness, with students developing a strong sense of independence, confidence and ownership of their learning. MSB’s Dual Language Program is unique in Beijing, simultaneously preparing students for English as the language of instruction at their Middle School. The program empowers students to utilize Chinese and English fluidly, researching, writing and presenting in both languages from the younger ages to upper elementary. The dynamic connection between the classroom and MSB’s comprehensive specialty classes foster a love of art, music, science and physical activities. This integrated curriculum, coupled with low student-teacher ratios, allow us to bring out the best in each child. MSB is an affiliate member of the American Montessori Society (AMS) and is registered with the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Founding date: 1990 • Application fee: RMB 3,000 Elementary and Middle School classrooms, School type: International school • Placement deposit (refundable): RMB 20,000 art and music studios, children’s kitchens, School hours: 8.20am-3.45pm (4.30pm • Transportation fee: RMB 11,200-16,900 libraries and Coffee Stop, a refreshments Middle School) per year area run by the MSB Parents’ Association. Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Primary teaching language(s): English There is also a multi-purpose hall featuring Curriculum description: Montessori, Dual- and Chinese an all-weather ball court and stage, as well Language or English-Only. Other elective language(s): None as four playing fields, six basketball courts, Age range: 6 months-14 years After-school activities: Animation and two running tracks, badminton, handball and Grades offered: Preschool-Grade 8 Design, Musical Band, Choir, Safari Club, tennis courts, two long jump and one shot Number of students: 420 Story Telling & Drama Club, Art Club, Math put area, sandbox, and five playgrounds. Air Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Explorers, Spanish Class, Kid’s Yoga, Baking, filtration in each building and air curtains over Local Chinese students accepted? No Football, Tennis, Basketball, Kungfu, Fencing, all main doors. Nationality of students: US, Canada, Chess, Coding and Robot Programming, Cool Lunch: Catered by Nutri-Food; the menu Germany, UK, and more Science and more changes daily and alternates between Chinese Class size (maximum): 22 Scholarships offered? No and Western dishes Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 (preschool), 1:6 Extra help offered? EAL, Intensive English Lunch fee: RMB 6,840 per year (reception), 1:8 (elementary & middle school) Program (IEP), and Counseling. If a child Boarding program? No Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 needs additional learning support, MSB will Nurse/doctor available? Yes, four full-time academic year): work with the parents to meet the needs of nurses • Little MSBees (0-24 months): Please contact students with unique learning requirements. MSB admission Additional learning support includes but is 北京蒙台梭利国际学校MSB • Toddler (1.8-3): RMB 142,000 (half day), not limited to specific cognitive and academic www.msb.edu.cn (2-3) RMB 204,000 (full day) support, speech therapy, social skills training, • Early Childhood 1 (3-4): RMB 215,300 psycho-educational evaluation, and a full- Bldg 8, 2 Xiangjiang • Early Childhood 2 (4-5): RMB 215,300 time Personal Learning Assistant (Shadow Beilu, Chaoyang District 朝 • Early Childhood 3 (5-6): RMB 231,800 Teacher). 阳区香江北路2号院8号楼 • Elementary: RMB 239,000 (Grade 1-4), RMB Total area (in sqm): 19,000 6432 8228, 252,400 (Grade 5-6) Facilities: Four main buildings that house [email protected] • Middle School: RMB 268,000 (Grade 7-8) the Infant & Toddler, Early Childhood,

51 PROFILES UP TO ELEMENTARY OR MIDDLE SCHOOL

Swiss School Beijing 北京京西学校瑞士部

n August 2017, the Swiss School Beijing opened its doors as the German language section of the Western Academy of Beijing. It is the first school and kindergarten in China to combine a German language education, multicultural environment, and Swiss excellence. The Swiss education system is built on the pedagogical principles of J.H. Pestalozzi, a Swiss pioneer in modern education, and provides a solid Ifoundation for life-long learning. It is also one of the main reasons for Switzerland’s present-day ranking as the most innovative country worldwide. The Swiss School Beijing is supported by the Swiss government.

Founding date: August 2017 • Application fee: RMB 2,100 daily average AQI at 1. Students of the Swiss School type: International school and Primary teaching language(s): High School Beijing also have access to a well- kindergarten German equipped library, air-supported dome, indoor School hours: 8.30am-3.20pm Other elective language(s): Chinese pool, several theaters, music studios, three Ministry of Education accredited? Yes is taught as a second language from JG1 gymnasiums, outdoor sports courts, FIFA/ Curriculum description: German-language, onward. English is taught by immersion IRB certified sports field, fitness center, and Swiss curriculum “Lehrplan 21” from EY on. English lessons are starting in unique dining spots/cafes. Age range: 3-9 Grade 1. French is introduced in Grade 5. Lunch: Prepaid SmartCard, range of Western, Grades offered: Early Years-Grade 3, with After-school activities: Starting at Grade Chinese, and vegetarian options catered by an additional grade to be rolled out in each 1, students of the Swiss School Beijing have Chartwells of the coming years. access to the numerous after-school activities Lunch fee: RMB 30 to 35 per day Number of students: 30 students in 2020 offered by Western Academy of Beijing. A Boarding program? No Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes wide variety of sports, artistic, academic, and Nurse/doctor available? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? No service activities are available. Nationality of students: Switzerland, Scholarships offered? Financial assistance Germany, US, Austria, and others available for Swiss nationals www.swiss-school-beijing.ch Class size (average): 16 Extra help offered? German as a Second Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 Language 10 Laiguangying Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Total area (in sqm): The Swiss School Donglu, Chaoyang academic year): Beijing is located on the campus of Western District 北京市朝阳区来 • Early Years: RMB 164,400 Academy of Beijing (110,000 sqm) 广营东路10号 • Kindergarten: RMB 193,300 Facilities: As a section of Western Academy info@swiss-school- • Junior Grade 1: RMB 193,300 of Beijing, the Swiss School Beijing benefits beijing.ch • Grade 1 to Grade 2: RMB 229,000 from an air filtration system that keeps the

52 UP TO HIGH SCHOOL PROFILES Beijing No. 55 High School International Students Section 北京市第五十五中学国际学生部

eijing No. 55 High School International Students Section is a municipal key school, Beijing Model High School. In 1975, the school was designated as an open school by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Beijing Municipal Government. In 1994, the School International Students Section was approved by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) to become a member school. At present, the Bschool has developed into a flagship IB World School in the Asia Pacific region. At the same time, the school is also the HSK long-term test site for the Chinese Proficiency Test. The school has adopted the IB Curriculum for foreign students, and provides language foundation classes for students who need improvement in Chinese and English. With its multicultural background, Beijing No.55 provides students with a variety of classes and extracurricular courses designed for each student’s age, gender, ability, and language skills, so that they become active, creative, and responsible global citizens.

Founding date: 1954 • Application fee: RMB 2,000 physics laboratories, four biology laboratories, School type: International public school • Library deposit: RMB 3,000 biology classroom, geography classroom, School hours: 8:30am-3:10pm Primary teaching language(s): Chinese history classroom, three art classrooms, Ministry of Education accredited? Yes and English two music classrooms, and naturally lit Curriculum description: IB Curriculum Other elective language(s): No underground restaurant Age range: 11-17 After-school activities: Soccer, basketball, Lunch: Chinese and Western style. Meals are Grades offered: Grade 7-12 taekwondo, Beijing opera, diabolo, street based on the actual expenses of the students Number of students: 300 (international dance, music, robot building, band, painting, Boarding program? No students section) comic club, print, Chinese calligraphy, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes traditional Chinese painting, taichi with fans, Local Chinese students accepted? No chess, oil painting, computers, design, crafts, Nationality of students: US, Canada, skateboarding, songwriting, two taekwondo Russian, British, Italian, Australia, Japan, gymnasiums, and Spanish bj55iss South Korea, Thailand, Mongolia, and Scholarships offered? Yes www.bj55iss.com Guinean Extra help offered? No Class size (average): 10-21 Total area (in sqm): 48,025 12 Xinzhong Jie, Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Facilities: Playground, indoor basketball Dongcheng District. Tuition and other fees (academic year): gymnasium, indoor badminton gymnasium, 北京市东城区新中街12号 • Grade 7-9 IB course MYP: RMB 72,500 two indoor taekwondo gymnasiums, two • Grade 10-12 IB course DP: RMB 83,800 libraries, outdoor soccer field, small theater, 6416 9531, 6416 0723, [email protected] • Language Foundation Class: RMB 83,800 lecture hall, four chemistry laboratories, four

53 PROFILES UP TO HIGH SCHOOL

Beijing Enlighten School 北京致知学校

eijing Enlighten School (BES) is located in the central district of Chaoyang, Beijing, in close proximity to the Red Brick Museum, No.1 Art District, Wangjing, and Whole Wetland Park, with easy access by metro. BES is surrounded by and experiences the benefits of abundant art, sports, and cultural resources. These educational sites’ resources provide students with opportunities for engaging in Bdiverse learning activities. BES prepares for the future by practically cultivating the present. Based on the implementation of the CNC curriculum and IB PYP/MYP teaching methodology, strategies and assessments are being creatively blended. BES is committed to cultivating and educating future designers, change-makers, and innovators. At BES students are provided with various learning environments and diverse approaches to learning. The goal of enlightening children to appreciate their own identities via cultivating the ability of cultural inheritance, at the same time, developing cross-cultural understandings and global awareness is present everywhere in the school community. BES is deeply aware that each student has great talent and potential. BES strives to inspire them to take the challenge of exploring the future and brightening the world with their wisdom.

Founding date: 2019 percussion music, dance, vocal, opera, paper is unique, open, and contemporary, providing School type: Bilingual School arts, digital painting, Chinese reading and students with a safe, healthy learning and School Hours: 8am-4pm (4pm-5pm for ASA ) writing, DIY, apparel, drama, calligraphy, chess, leisure environment. Ministry of Education accredited? Yes. Model United Nations, 1V1 teaching, traditional Lunch offered: Vegetarian, Chinese and Curriculum description: Chinese National culture and other clubs and elective courses. Western options Curriculum, PYP, MYP Extra help offered? Yes Lunch fee: Contact the Admissions team for Age range: 5-15 Total area (in sqm): 45,000 detailed information. Grades offered: K-9 School facilities: Campus design integrates Boarding Program: Autumn 2021 (To be Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes the Chinese quadrangle and European determined) Local Chinese students accepted? Yes courtyard, with natural materials, open space, Is a nurse/doctor available? Yes Average class size: 15-20 and is built in compliance with international Average teacher/student ratio: 1:5 environmental protection standards. The Tuition fees (2021-2022 Academic Year): buildings all have a central air conditioning EnlightenSchool RMB 218,000 to RMB 238,000 per academic and filtration system with 24 hour quality www. year for different year groups. Contact the monitoring. Teaching space is tailored to enlightenschool.cn Admissions team for detailed information. meet the needs of national and international Primary teaching language: English and curriculum requirements; maker space No. 300, Shunbai Chinese supports the practical exploration of physics Road, Chaoyang District Other languages taught as electives: and chemistry, STEAM, AI, robotics, and other 北京市朝阳区顺白路300号 Based on personalized needs fields; art space meets the requirement of After-school activities: Swimming, golf, music, painting, dance, drama, calligraphy and 6431 9970 / 6431 6935 equestrian, winter sports, baseball, host, other creative forms; public space is designed [email protected] broadcast, art-tech, robot, mathematical with consideration of the needs for sports, thinking, programming, STEAM, horticulture, reading, rest and display functions. Each area

54 UP TO HIGH SCHOOL PROFILES Central Conservatory Preparatory School 中央音乐学院鼎石实验学校

entral Conservatory Preparatory School (short for “CCPS”) of Dongcheng district, Beijing, located in the heartland of Beijing, is a professional music school connecting the world stage with dreams. With personalized classical music and contemporary music instruction as the core education, combined with systematic academic courses, the school aims to cultivate professional musicians and promote versatile artistic Cdevelopment of students. CCPS has set up a preparatory course program and a three-year high school program. The music course at CCPS includes classical music and contemporary music. In the classical direction, it offers four majors: instrumental music, voice, composition, and conducting. The contemporary music direction offers vocal, modern instrumental performance, electronic music production, songwriting and etc. Both music and academic courses are equally important at CCPS. The school gathers excellent music and academic teachers – home and abroad, sets integrated music curriculum and aims to cultivate students’ comprehensive music ability in an all-round way. The academic curriculum includes customized English courses to meet students’ needs for further study, Chinese and humanity courses to develop students’ knowledge and identity in language, history, and culture, and mathematics and science courses to develop students’ logical thinking, practical abilities in science and engineering. CCPS has established long-term relationship with many universities and colleges in the world and invited professors from different universities to give master classes and other activities from time to time. Bard College of Music, Cleveland Institute of Music, and other internationally renowned music schools offered test centers at CCPS for enrollment. The school has established great cooperative relationship with many foreign conservatories, including Berklee College of Music, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Royal Northern College of Music, Temple University, Manhattan School of Music, University of Delaware, Indiana University, Royal College of Music, Colburn School, University of Southern California, State University of New York, Purchase College of Music, Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University and many more. Admission officers and professors from many universities come to our school to conduct interactive discussions with students, explain admission requirements, and interview students every year.

Founding date: 2012 Application fee: RMB 2,000 multi-functional halls, reading rooms and School type: Day and boarding school with Primary teaching language(s): Chinese multimedia studios with iMac equipment, a an international curriculum and English small concert hall that can hold hundreds of School hours: 8am-5pm Other elective language(s): No people and casual restaurants for students in Ministry of Education accredited? Yes After-school activities: International the school. The design style of school buildings Curriculum description: Music courses and exchange activities, music master classes, breaks the restriction of the existing regular Academic courses music salons and music experts’ classes. design so as to encourage students to stay Age range: above 14 years old Series of concerts held by students, such as committed to exploration and practice in the Grades offered: High school preparatory concerts at the end of the month, personal way to realize their artistic value. course, Grade 10-12 concerts, concerts at the end of the semester, Lunch: Chinese food and Western food Number of students: 40 graduation concerts and New Year concerts. Boarding program? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes The Theater Festival of CCPS and the English Nurse/doctor available? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Speech Competition are the essential parts of Nationality of students: Chinese academic activities. The public service activities zhongyindingshi Class size (average): 10 such as “Wings of Music” and “Social Service” www.ccom-prep.org Teacher-student ratio: 1:1 (music class), provide social opportunities for students. 1:5 (other classes) Scholarships offered? No. No.19, Nanheyan Tuition and other fees: Extra help offered? Yes. ESL, TOEFL, Avenue, Dongcheng Tuition: RMB 240,000 per year for Vocal, IELTS, SAT District 北京市东城区南河沿大街19号 Percussion and Songwriting, RMB 220,000 Total area (in sqm): 5,000 138 1077 1995 per year for other majors Facilities: Several standard practicing rooms,

55 PROFILES UP TO HIGH SCHOOL

Daystar Academy 启明星双语学校

ounded in 2002, Daystar Academy is a dual-curriculum, K-12 bilingual immersion school that intentionally blends Western and Chinese cultural and educational traditions with a strong focus on character development. Daystar became a part of the Ivy Education Group in 2014, marking the next phase in the school’s development to become a K-12 school. The school has grown in size and stature and Fnow boasts three campuses in Beigao, Sanlitun and Quanfa with around 900 students combined. Even in this larger, split-site school, our founding mission and values remain easily identifiable.

Founding date: 2002 (Beigao Campus), Nationality of students: 20 nationalities and state-of-the-art air filtration. 2017 (Sanlitun Campus), 2020 (Quanfa Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 (Early Learning Sanlitun Campus: Indoor gym, outdoor sports Campus) Center), 1:6 (Elementary), 1:5 (Middle field, outdoor play equipment, performing School type: Bilingual, IB School), 1:4 (High School) arts studio, art studio, library, multi-functional School hours: 8.10am-3.40pm Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 room, and state-of-the-art air filtration. Ministry of Education accredited? Yes academic year): Quanfa Campus: The purpose-built facility Curriculum description: As an International • Application: RMB 2,000 (non-refundable) offers an indoor swimming pool, gym, library, Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Daystar • Early Learning Center (Age 3-5): RMB art room, and an integrated music and dance is authorized to offer the IB Primary 190,000 room. Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years • Elementary (Grade 1-5): RMB 210,000 Boarding program? No Programme (MYP). We are currently an IB • Secondary(Grade 6-12): RMB 220,000 Nurse/doctor available? Yes Diploma Programme (DP) candidate school Others: and anticipate full DP authorization in Spring • Uniform: RMB 1,200 – RMB 1,500 DaystarAcademy 2021. Daystar Academy Teaching, Learning, • School bus: RMB 12,000-19,500 per year www.daystarchina.cn and Innovation staff developed a research- (optional) based curriculum development process that Primary teaching language(s): English Beigao Campus is used to guide curriculum development for and Chinese (Grade 1-12): No.2 all divisions. Other elective language(s): N/A Shunbai Lu, Chaoyang • Early Learning Center: Bilingual Montessori Scholarships offered? Yes. Contact District 北京市朝阳区顺白路2号 Program (mixed age 3-5), Reggio Emilia- admissions for details. Sanlitun Campus (Grade 1-5): No.13 inspired Program (mixed age 3-5), Inquiry- Extra help offered? Student Learning Sanlitun East 4th Street, Chaoyang based Pre-K and Kindergarten Program (age Support, Full-time Student Counselor, LEAP District北京市朝阳区三里屯东四街13号 5), German Immersion Program (mixed age Program (Learning English for Academic Quanfa Campus (Age 3-5): No.18 3-5); Proficiency), and the YuYue Program for Maquanying Road, Chaoyang District北京 • Grade 1-5: IB-PYP international students who need Chinese 市朝阳区马泉营路18号 • Grade 6-10: IB-MYP language learning support. Beigao Elementary School: • Grade 11-12: IB-DP After-school activities: Extensive variety of 8446 4189 ext. 804 Age range: 6-17 (eventually to 18 years old classes offered under the DRAGON program Beigao Secondary School: for Beigao Campus), 6-10 (Sanlitun Campus), ranging from STEM, to baseball, to Model 8446 4189 ext. 815 3-5 (Quanfa Campus) UN, to ukulele. Sanlitun Elementary School: Grades offered: Beigao Campus: Grade Total area (in sqm): 40,000 (Beigao 8446 4189 ext. 830 1-12 Sanlitun Campus: Grades 1-5 Quanfa Campus), 4,050 (Sanlitun Campus), 3,350 Quanfa Early Learning Center: Campus: Age 3-5 (Quanfa Campus) 8446 4189 ext.817 Number of students: Close to 700 (Beigao Facilities: Beigao Campus: Energy-efficient Admissions Email: Campus), 240+ (Sanlitun Campus), 150+ modern campus, indoor gym, full-size sports [email protected] (Quanfa Campus) field, dance studio, music studio, library, Admissions Contact Person: Heather Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes science lab, maker space, art studio, design Zhao, Director of Admissions Local Chinese students accepted? Yes lab, TV station, tennis court, basketball court,

56 UP TO HIGH SCHOOL PROFILES Saint Paul American School (SPAS) 北京圣保罗美国学校

aint Paul American School is an American boarding school in Beijing with a standard American middle school and high school curriculum. Founded in 2007 by Nacel International System and the Second High School attached to Beijing Normal University, it enrolls students from all over the world, currently, 50 percent of whom are international students from over 20 countries and regions. Accredited by Sthe NCA (North Central Association), SPAS adopts American school administration and grading systems, uses American textbooks and employs American experienced teachers who conduct classes only in English. For Chinese students attending the school, they have to study in Beijing for a certain time and then transfer to one of our partner schools in the US for the remainder of the high school years. SPAS provides the support and services during the processes of the school application for successful transfer. The school is close to Olympic Forest Park, with a beautiful school campus, fresh air, and transport facilities.

Founding date: 2007 • Application fee: USD 150 cafeteria, outdoor multi-purpose courts, and School type: American international school • Uniform fee: USD 385 soccer field School hours: 7.45am-5.25pm, 7pm-9.30pm Primary teaching language(s): English Lunch: A wide variety of Chinese, Korean, and (study hall) Other elective language(s): Chinese Western cuisine, as well as other international Ministry of Education accredited? Yes After-school activities: Art club, basketball, dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Curriculum description: US AP curriculum Book Club, ping pong, soccer, jazz band, Lunch fee: Included in tuition Age range: 12-19 years student council, volleyball, yearbook, debate, Boarding program? Yes Grades offered: Grades 7-12 robotics, drama, newsletter, Jazz Dance Nurse/doctor available? Yes Number of students: 288 Club, Chess Club, STEM Club. Following the Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes regular school day, each student participates StPaulAmerican Local Chinese students accepted? Yes in a club or activity of their choosing from www.stpaulschool.com.cn Nationality of students: China, South 12.35-1.20pm Korea, US, Russia, Ukraine, Italy, Slovakia, Scholarships offered? Yes 18 Guan’ao Yuan, Longgang Rd, Thailand, and 20 other countries Extra help offered? Help center: 2.30pm- Qinghe, Haidian District. 海淀区清河宝盛 Class size: 25 (maximum), 5 (minimum), 3.30pm; Teacher office hours: 3.30pm- 里龙岗路观澳园18号院 15 (average) 4.15pm; Study Hall: 7.30pm-9.30pm Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 Total area (in sqm): 33,000 8070 3429, 8070 Tuition and other fees: Facilities: One main teaching building, 3422, 400 850 5876, One academic year two dormitory buildings, a newly-renovated admissions@nacelchina. • Middle school: USD 16,500 library, laboratory, computer and technology com • High school: USD 17,500 center, full-sized gymnasium, swimming pool,

57 PROFILES UP TO HIGH SCHOOL

Yew Wah International Education School 耀华国际教育学校

ew Wah International Education School (YWIES) has pioneered a new paradigm in international education. They define an international education as a process of internal transformation which occurs within the child. Committed to educating the whole person from infancy through secondary education, YWIES strive to unite the best elements of classical and contemporary traditions and practices, the growth Yof the individual, and the inquiring mind as well as develop a sense of personal responsibility and social welfare of all. The international curriculum is designed to be developmentally appropriate for each age level, rooted in bilingual education in multicultural environments utilizing instructional and information technology, fusing both Western, and Chinese philosophies for character formation. YWIES’s holistic approach to education involves co-operation with parents, family, community, and the world.

Founding date: 2016 academic year): outdoor playground, and swimming pool School type: International education • Kindergarten: RMB 212,000 Lunch: Chinese, Western, vegetarian food school • Grade 1-3: RMB 247,000 Lunch fee: RMB 35 per day (Primary and School hours: 8am-3.30pm, ASA: 3.30- • Grade 4-6: RMB 248,000 secondary: lunch only), RMB 55 per day 4.30pm • Grade 7-9: RMB 272,000 (Kindergarten: breakfast, lunch, 2 breaks) Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Primary teaching language(s): English, Boarding program? N/A Curriculum description: Emergent Chinese Nurse/doctor available? Full-time school Curriculum (kindergarten), Chinese National Other elective language(s): N/A nurse Curriculum + International Curriculum After-school activities: Musical (primary to lower secondary) instruments, basketball, soccer, outings, etc. ywies-bj Age range: 2-15 Scholarships offered? N/A www.ywies-bj.com Grades offered: Kindergarten (K2)-Grade 9 Extra help offered? N/A Number of students: 350 Total area (in sqm): 100,000 B&P IEP, Liangshuihe Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Facilities: The campus design supports Erjie, BDA, Daxing Local Chinese students accepted? Yes 21st-century learning. It emphasizes the District 北京市大兴区亦 Nationality of students: Mainly Chinese importance of learning community, which is 庄凉水河二街保华国际教育园 Class size (average): 15-22 comprised of a variety of learning spaces. 8783 6006 / 8783 6000, Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 The campus has facilities including a library, [email protected] Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 auditorium, sports center, track field,

58 PROFILES K-12

59 PROFILES K-12

AISB – Hope International 北京澳大利亚国际学校

ISB-Hope International is a K5 to Grade 12 character-focused school serving children of expatriate families in the Beijing community that follows American-based curriculum and academic standards. Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the AP Capstone Diploma Program are offered for high school students and United States standards for instruction and assessment across all grade levels are Afollowed. All classes other than Chinese are taught in English. Curricular programs include STEM, humanities, fine arts, and philosophy. An optimal learning program is provided for diverse learning needs as well as tailored support for English language learners. The ISAC sports league and international music competitions are examples of the unique opportunities for their students. Their accreditation is with ACS WASC and ACSI, and the SAT, PSAT, AP, MAP, and ACT are administered for their students.

Founding date: Hope International Academic • Grade 12: RMB 225,999 rooms, elementary/secondary music room, Program founded August 2012 • English Plus (Grade 1-9): RMB 27,600 science labs, elementary/secondary cafeteria, School type: International • Language Immersion Foundation Fee (Grade outdoor playground for elementary students, School hours: 8am-3.05pm 1 through Grade 5): RMB 34,500 per year sports complex including a soccer pitch, Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Application fee: RMB 2,000 (non-refundable) volleyball, and basketball courts. Curriculum description: Modified Common • Capital Levy: RMB 10,000. Capital levy is per Lunch: Catered on site Core with Advanced Placement Courses (AP) student, non-refundable Lunch fee: RMB 30 each meal Age range: 5-18 • Sibling discount: 15 percent Boarding program? No Grades offered: K5 – Grade 12 Primary teaching language(s): English Nurse/doctor available? Yes Number of students: 90 Other elective language(s): Mandarin Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes After-school activities: Intermediate Chess Local Chinese students accepted? No Club, Choir, Homework Help, Intermediate www.aisb-hopeintl. Nationality of students: Brazil, Bulgaria, Piano, Kingdom Arts, Lego Class, Orchestra, org.cn Canada, China, China, Gabon, India, Nigeria, SAT Mat Club, Middle School Math Club, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Singapore, South Self Defense, Soccer, Young Royals, Healthy Building 5, Dayu, yard 4, Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, US Baking, Sensory Play, Drum Lessons, Drama Chaoyang Farm, Jinzhan, Class size (average): 12 to 15 Club, Keyboarding, Computer Programming. Chaoyang District. 朝阳区 Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 Extra help offered? English Plus Program, 朝阳农场4号院大域-5号楼住宅区 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Foundation Classes, Optimal Learning Center 400 800 8781 ext 6012, academic year): (OLC) [email protected], • K5, Grade 1-5: RMB 178,786 Total area (in sqm): 4,500 [email protected] • Grade 6-8: RMB 200,240 Facilities: Elementary/secondary library and • Grade 9-11: RMB 221,695 media center, elementary and secondary art

60 PROFILES K-12 Beanstalk International Bilingual School (BIBS) 北京青苗国际双语学校

eanstalk Education Group has been educating students for more than 20 years. It has grown from a single kindergarten to 17 kindergartens and 7 schools in Beijing, Kunming, Chengdu and opening soon, Weihai. Each school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB). BIBS empowers its students to become bilingual, multi-cultural and globally-minded citizens who are equipped with the knowledge Band integrity to function successfully, responsibly and effectively in an ever-evolving environment. Establishment: 1998 (Beanstalk International Tuition and Fees (2020-2021 Academic BIBSChina (K-12) Kindergarten), 2002 (BIBS Elementary School), Year): www.bibs.com.cn and 2009 (BIBS Middle and High School) BIBS: BIBS: • BIBS Shunyi Students’ Age Range: 2-18 • Shunyi Tianzhu Campus (1-12): Grade 1-5 : Campus (1-12): No. 15 Grades Offered: K-12 RMB 238,000; Grade 6-12: RMB 258,000 Liyuan Street, Tianzhu School Type: International Bilingual School • Upper East Side Campus (GK-5) : County, Shunyi District, Campus Size: Varies from campus to campus GK: RMB 209,750; Grade 1-5: RMB 238,000 Beijing (010 6518 9081, bibsadmissions-sy@ Curriculums: IB PYP, MYP and DP programs • Chaoyang Changying Campus(K-12): bibs.com.cn) • BIBS Upper East Side (GK- Total Number of Students: Over 3,000 Kindergarten: RMB 188,000; Grade 1-5: 5) : No. 6 North East 4th Ring Rd, Chaoyang Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:5 RMB 218,000; Grade 6-12: RMB 238,000; District, Beijing (010 5130 7951, admissions@ Chinese/International Teacher Ratio: 2:1 Art Program: RMB 258,000 bibs.com.cn) • BIBS Changying Campus Class Size: up to 22 • Haidian Academy (Early Years-12): Early Years: (K-12): No.1 Yaojia Street, Chaoyang Ministry of Education Accredited? Yes RMB 150,000; GK: RMB 210,000; Grade 1-5: District, Beijing (010 8456-2808, changying@ Foreign Student Accepted? Yes RMB 234,000; Grade 6-12: RMB 258,000 bibs.com.cn) • BIBS Haidian Academy Local Students accepted? Yes BIK: (Early Years-12): Yanxitai, Jushan Road, Nationality of Students: Over 35 nationalities • BIK Solana Campus: RMB 180,000 (full-day) Sijiqing, Haidian District, Beijing (010 6576 including Chinese, US, Canadian, South Korean, • BIK Shunyi Campus: RMB 180,000 (full-day), 0906, [email protected]) Japanese, and Spanish etc. Pre-K: RMB 209,750 (full-day) BIK: • BIK Solana Campus: Building 16, Accommodation: Yes, Shunyi campus offers • BIK Wangjing Campus: RMB 158,000 (full-day) No.6 Chaoyang Park Road, Chaoyang District, accommodation for G6-12 students; Chengdu • BIK Yangshan Campus: RMB 100,000 (full-day) Beijing (010 5905 6700, [email protected]. campus offers accommodation for G2-12 • BIK Changping Joy Park Campus: RMB 100,000 cn) • BIK Shunyi Tianzhu Campus: 101, students. (full-day for international classes); RMB 30,000 No. 21 Liyuan Street, Chaoyang District, Primary Teaching language(s): English (full day for regular classes) Beijing (010 6456 5931, [email protected]. Other Optional Teaching Language(s): • BIK Chaoyang Xiandaicheng Campus: RMB cn) • BIK Wangjing Campus: Entrance Chinese & Spanish 6000/month (full-day for bilingual classes) F, Wangjing subway station, Guangshun After-school Activities: Activities vary • BK Wanda CBD Campus: RMB 600/month (full- North Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing depending on campus and grade level, usually day for regular classes) ((+86)17601659159, [email protected]. includes ballet, gymnastics, tennis, basketball, • BK Changqingteng Campus: RMB 750/month cn) • BIK Yangshan Campus: Building 7, soccer, dancing, drama, music, Model UN etc. (full-day for regular classes) East Gate A, Yangshan Park, 30 Anli Road, Facilities: Campuses are equipped with spacious • BK Huairou Yianyuan Campus: RMB 750/ Chaoyang District, Beijing (010 6430 4493/ and modern classrooms, science labs, art month (full-day for regular classes) (+86)17601659158, [email protected]. studios, libraries, computer labs, dancing rooms, Others: cn) • BIK Changping Joy Park Campus: multi-functional audio-visual classrooms, running • BIBS School Bus (optional): RMB 14,000- No. 16 Shuiku Road, Beijing Joy Park, tracks, football fields, volleyball and basketball 26,000 per year Changping District, Beijing (010 8973 9200/ courts, swimming pools, tennis courts and indoor • BIK School Bus (optional): RMB 1,000 per (+86)17601659139, [email protected] basketball courts etc. month (Available in Solana, Yangshan, Shunyi, • BIK Chaoyang Xiandaicheng Campus: Lunch: Nutritionist-approved menu includes Wanghu, Wanda CBD and Changying campuses) SOHO Xiandaicheng South, No.88 Jianguo vegetarian, Chinese and Western options • BIBS Registration Fee: RMB 2,200 Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing (010 Nurse & School Doctor? Yes, qualified full- • BIK Registration Fee: RMB 1,600 6526 6506/6526 6776, bbk_xdc@bibs. time personnel in each campus • Uniform: RMB 2,500 per set com.cn) • BK Wanda CBD Campus: Special Education Subject? No Building 7, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing (01 5960 3887/ 010 5960 3997, [email protected]) • BK Changqingteng Campus: No. 4 Nanyi Street, Dongba, Chaoyang District, Beijing (010 8537 9659, [email protected]. cn) • BK Huairou Yianyuan Campus: Yi’anyuan Community, Miaocheng Town, Huairou District, Beijing (010 6967 8656, [email protected])

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Beijing Aidi School 北京爱迪学校

eijing Aidi School is an educational cooperation project between the Chinese and Australian governments (with investment from the Aidi Education Group) and was officially started in Beijing in 1999. Aidi School is located in Beijing’s Chaoyang District and covers an area of 92 acres, providing a safe, beautiful and inspiring learning environment for all students. The school provides an inclusive K-12 Binternational education system and multi-channel higher education model. Aidi believes in taking the best teaching approaches from both Chinese and Western education, making sure that students have an established cultural identity combined with an international outlook. Our vibrant and highly diversified curriculum is designed to provide a holistic education experience for our students, nurturing their talents whilst simultaneously preparing them to have a competitive edge in the future. The school is equipped with high-quality facilities to help students reach their potential in all phases and areas of learning – intellectual, physical, social and cultural – to help them stand out in a globalized environment. So far, more than 11,000 students have successfully graduated from Aidi School, and these amazing individuals have gone on to study at over 100 top-quality international universities all around the world.

Founding date: 1999 239,300 stadium. School type: International school • Australian High school: RMB 218300 British Lunch: Organic Chinese, western, and School hours: 8.40am-4.20pm Senior Education: RMB 218,300 American vegetarian options. The school has 5 Ministry of Education accredited? Yes High School: RMB 262,300 International High Chinese cafeterias, 1 western cafeteria, and Curriculum description: Kindergarten, School of Art & Design: RMB 231,300 1 bakery Primary, and Middle school: Bilingual Primary teaching language(s): English Lunch fee: Kindergarten and primary school: (English and Chinese) High School: WACE, and Chinese RMB 14,000-15,000 per year; Middle and high A-level, ASE and International High School Other elective language(s): N/A school: prepaid card of Art & Design After-school activities: Students clubs Boarding program? Primary school to High Age range: 2.5-18 and optional courses – golf, fencing, cricket, School Grades offered: Kindergarten to Grade 12 baseball, diving, piano, swimming, art, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Number of students: 3,000 dancing, Peking Opera, aeromodelling, Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes broadcasting, calligraphy, chess, singing, Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Model United Nations, winter and summer aidieducation Nationality of students: China, Australia, camps and volunteering programs. www.aidi.edu.cn Canada, US, UK, South Korea Extra help offered? Yes Average class size: 20 Total area (in sqm): 37,700 CBD International Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 Facilities: Regulation-sized 400m running Education Park, 7 Tuition and other fees: track, soccer field, golf fields, tennis courts, Louzizhuang Lu, • Kindergarten: RMB 183,300 cricket field, indoor and outdoor basketball Chaoyang District. • Elementary school: RMB 183,300 RMB courts, swimming pool, gym, fencing hall, 朝阳区楼梓庄路7号爱迪国际教育园区 199,300 (accommodation fee included): climbing gym, library, digital reading room, 400 800 4033, [email protected] • Junior high school: RMB 229,300, RMB piano room, lecture hall, theater, smog proof

62 PROFILES K-12 Beijing City International School (BCIS) 北京乐成国际学校

eijing City International School (BCIS) is an integral member of Yuecheng Education. Founded in 2005, BCIS is a non-profit private school located in Beijing’s central business district (CBD). Approved by the Education Committee of Chaoyang District, Beijing, BCIS is a fully authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Bthe Council of International Schools (CIS). YueCheng Education is committed to inspiring passionate, forward-thinking learners. Its mission is to enrich and enhance learning by empowering its member institutions that include Beijing City International School, YueCheng Kindergartens, YueCheng Education Research Institute, Learning Frontier, and Reading Frontier.

Founding date: 2005 • New student fee: RMB 15,000 Art students), science labs, two libraries, two School type: Non-profit private school • Transportation: RMB 13,650-19,950 per year cafeterias, and more. The BCIS ECC Campus School hours: Toddler to Grade 5: 8.30am- Primary teaching language: English is an eco-friendly facility with 20 spacious 3.30pm; Grade 6 -12: 8.15am -3.30pm Other elective language(s): Chinese classrooms, dining areas, indoor and outdoor Ministry of Education accredited? and Spanish, as well as school-supported play areas, learning kitchens, gymnasium, Registered with Education Committee of self-taught language programs that meet library, art room, rooftop gardens, and more. Chaoyang District the requirements of the International Both campuses also contain air-filtering Curriculum description: IB Programme and Baccalaureate (IB) Program. equipment. our unique BCIS IDEATE Program for Grade After-school activities: BCIS offers Lunch fee: BCIS ECC Campus: snack 11 and 12 students Enrichment Activities both during lunch break and lunch are included in the annual tuition Age range: 2 to 18 years old and after-school; Dance, chess, calligraphy, fee. BCIS Main Campus: Grade 1 to Grade Grades offered: Toddler to Grade 12 swimming, basketball, volleyball, football, 12 students are able to purchase their own Number of students: 1,259 cooking, choir, taekwondo, kung fu, Chinese lunches with their pre-paid student pass. Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes drumming, fashion design, robotics, computer Boarding Program: No Local Chinese students accepted? Yes program coding, filmmaking, and more. Nurse or doctor available? Yes, one Nationality of students: 28 nationalities Scholarships offered? Yes. BCIS awards two nursing station on each campus – BCIS (China, US, Canada, UK, Australia, and South kinds of scholarships: academic scholarships Main Campus and BCIS ECC campus. Korea) and merit scholarships. All students from Class size (average): 17 (Toddler), Grades 9-12 are eligible for the scholarship 17 (Nursery), 20 (Pre-Kindergarten and program that can either be a partial tuition 北京乐成国际学校 Kindergarten), 24 (Grade 1-12) scholarship or a full-tuition scholarship. BCIS Teacher-student ratio: 1:7 Extra help offered? Dedicated EAL Team, www.bcis.cn Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Learning Support Team, and Counselling Team academic year): (all-inclusive in tuition fees) Main Campus: 77 • Toddler: RMB 210,000 Total area (in sqm): More than 60,000 Baiziwan Nan Er Lu, Chaoyang District • Nursery: RMB 225,600 Facilities: The BCIS Main Campus has over 北京市朝阳区百子湾南二路77 • Pre-Kindergarten: RMB 240,000 50 classrooms, sports complex (swimming ECC Campus: 11 Dongbai Jie, Chaoyang • Kindergarten-Grade 5: RMB 240,000 pool, football fields, gymnasium, fitness District 北京市朝阳区东柏街11号 • Grades 6-8: RMB 260,000 room), theater, design, and technology lab, 8771 7171 (Main Campus),6770 0766 • Grades 9-12: RMB 280,000 MakerSpace workshop, art rooms, individual (ECC Campus), [email protected] • Application fee: RMB 3,000 art studios (specifically for G11 and G12 IB DP

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Beijing Huijia Private School 北京市私立汇佳学校

ounded in 1993, Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School is a K-12 day-and-boarding school with three authorized IB programmes (PYP, MYP, and DP), providing an innovative, internationally focused education whilst maintaining Chinese characteristics. In the past 27 years, Huijia has adhered to the educational philosophy of pioneering innovation, exceptional quality, and international Fmindedness aligned with the IB mission statement. Huijia is also committed to a bilingual and multicultural approach to education and promotes the academic, artistic, and physical development of all students.

Founding date: 1993 RMB 110,000 per year, Accomodation: RMB counseling, academic tutoring, life skills School type: Private 25,000 per year lessons School hours: 8:10 am-4:30 pm (PYP), Integrated Couses Grades 7 – 9 : RMB 130,000 Total area (in sqm): 230,000 8:00 am-5:00 pm (MYP and DP), 8:10 am- per year, Accomodation: RMB 25,000 per year Facilities: Four bubble gyms with air 4:30 pm (Enriched CNC grades 1-6), 8:10 Primary teaching language(s): Bilingual purification system (ice hockey, basketball, am-5:15 pm (Enriched CNC grades 7-9) – Chinese Mandarin and English (PYP and swimming, integrated sports, fitness), Ministry of Education accredited? Yes MYP), English (DP) equestrian, outdoor soccer field; three Curriculum description: PYP, MYP, DP, Other elective language(s): None libraries, two theaters, a Black box, piano Enriched CNC After-school activities: Huijia offers a wide practice rooms, labs and studios, two Age range: 5-18 variety of elite competitive sports, recreational electric piano rooms, two band rooms, Grades offered: KG to 12 pursuits, traditional Chinese activities as well pottery room, VR room Number of students: 2,000+ opportunities to participate in the performing Lunch: Food procurement from large-scale Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes arts, TED etc. supermarkets with long-term cooperation, Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Teacher-organized clubs, teams, and food safety inspection from the school Nationality of students: China, US, groups: Equestrian, ice hockey, golf, health center Australia, Canada, UK, Japan, Philippines, taekwondo, fencing, robotics, jewelry Boarding program? Day and boarding New Zealand, Korea, Mongolia, Netherlands, design, Model UN, cooking and baking, (primary), boarding (secondary) Kazakhstan drama, 3D printing, pottery, magic, Health center? Full-time service Class size (average): IB 16-25, Enriched traditional music, music band, drawing, CNC 25-28 cartooning. Students-organized clubs: Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 IB TV Station, IB gravity, IB charity, PED, Hi- huijia_1993 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021): tech, Drama, Dancing, Primary News Team, www.huijia.edu.cn IB-PYP: 200,000 per year, Accomodation: Photography etc. RMB 50,000 per year Scholarships offered? Academic Scholarship #157 Changhuai Rd, IB-MYP: 230,000 per year, Accomodation: and Special Talented Scholarships are available Changping, Beijing 北京 RMB 32,000 per year to eligible candidates. Applications and further 市昌平区昌怀路157号 IB-DP: RMB 250,000 per year, Accomodation: reading for this matter can be found on the 400 889 1993 RMB 23,000 per year Huijia Website. [email protected] Integrated Courses Grades 1 – 6 : Extra help offered? Psychological

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65 PROFILES K-12

Beijing International Bilingual Academy 北京海嘉国际双语学校

ounded in 2006, the Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA) offers international bilingual education for children from Early Childhood up to Grade Twelve. Since its establishment, BIBA has been growing steadily, currently reaching a student population of over 1700 students from more than 30 different countries and regions. BIBA is an IBO World School and also accredited by WASC (Western FAssociation of Schools and Colleges). In addition, BIBA is an active member of ACAMIS (Association of China and Mongolia International Schools) and ISAC (International Schools Athletic Conference). Furthermore, BIBA offers The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program. BIBA’s vision is to be the model for developing internationally-minded bilingual ambassadors, who promote inter-cultural understanding, respect and integration in a dynamic global community.

Founding date: 2006 MSHS) Total area (in sqm): 45,800 School type: International bilingual boarding Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Facilities: seven outdoor sports fields, one and day school Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 dormitory building, a large indoor gymnasium, School hours: 8am-3.40pm (ECA and sports academic year): three libraries, several music rooms, and finish at 4.50pm) • ECC (2-4 years old): RMB 88,000/semester rehearsal room, multi-function theatre, ICT Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Kindergarten: RMB 218,000 laboratory, dance studios, art and calligraphy Curriculum description: Balanced dual • ES (G1-G5): RMB 242,000 classrooms, science laboratories, the whole curriculum meeting the China National • MS (G6-G8): RMB 254,000 school is equipped with high-quality fresh air Compulsory Educational Standard and • HS (G9-G10): RMB 266,000 system to ensure the indoor air quality of the International education standards. • HS (G11-G12): RMB 290,000 entire campus. ECC – Playful Inquiry Based Curriculum; • Application fee: RMB 2,000 Lunch: Catered onsite: Sodexo, Chinese and Elementary – Guided by the Chinese National • 20 percent sibling discount for additional Western choices with Vegetarian options. Curriculum and combined with the American children Lunch fee: Cost varies by age. Common Core Curriculum; Primary teaching language(s): English Boarding program? Yes, Grade 6–12 Middle and High School – MYP (Candidate and Chinese Nurse/doctor available? Yes school), IGCSE, IB, DP, and Chinese National Other elective language(s): French and Curriculum Korean (IB option) Age range: 2-18 After-school activities: ECA (Extra Curricular BIBA_CHINA Grades offered: ECC 2-Grade 12 Activities) and Core Sports Programs: Over www.bibachina.org Number of students: above 1,700 140 ECA and sports programs each season Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes to choose from: including tennis, football, No 1. Yumin Road Local Chinese students accepted? Yes basketball, choirs, bands, karate, cooking, Houshayu, Shunyi Nationality of students: Over 30 and etc. District. 北京市顺义区 nationalities including China, US, Korea, Scholarships offered? Yes, available for 后沙峪裕民大街1号 Australia, and UK middle and high school 8041 0390, [email protected] Class size (maximum): 18 (ECC), 22 (ES- Extra help offered? Including ELA, CSL

66 PROFILES K-12 Beijing New Talent Academy 北京市新英才学校

ith Love and Creativity as its philosophy, Beijing New Talent Academy has established a holistic curriculum system dedicated to provide excellent education to students. Our mission is to equip our students with the ability of love and creation, cultural confidence, global perspectives and the courage of taking social responsibilities through multicultural courses and project-based Wlearning courses. As a private K12 boarding school, BNTA now has more than 2,500 students. Founding date: May 2008 • Kindergarten: RMB 148,000 – 158,000 Scholarships offered? Not available School type: Boarding school • Primary School: RMB 168,000 – 178,000 Extra help offered? Not available School hours: 8am-noon, 2.30-5pm • Junior High School: RMB 218,000 Total area (in sqm): 120,000 Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Senior High School Facilities: Outdoor playground, two indoor Curriculum description: Gaokao: RMB 168,000 basketball courts, swimming pool, library, Kindergarten: kindergarten-based curriculum IGCSE, A-Level: RMB 218,000 70 piano rooms, lecture theater and hall, Grades 1-6: National curriculum, Love and AP Program: RMB 218,000 calligraphy classroom, pottery studio, Creation curriculum, Love and Creation Arts Program: RMB 192,000 + RMB 50,000 specialized English classroom Transition curriculum (Training) Lunch: Chinese and western meals Grades 7-12: National curriculum, Love and Other Charges Lunch fee: included in meal fee Creation curriculum, IGCSE, A-level, Arts • Uniform fee: RMB 880 – RMB 2,500 Boarding program? Yes (Grade 1, Grade curriculum, AP curriculum, BC curriculum • Others: RMB 10,000 4 – 12) Age range: 2-18 • Transportation fee (optional): RMB 2,100 Nurse/doctor available? Yes Grades offered: Grades 1-6: National - RMB 9,500 (weekly bus), RMB 9,500 (daily curriculum, Love and Creation curriculum, IPC bus) bjsxyc Number of students: 2,500 The night course fee for boarding class of www.bjnewtalent.com Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Grade 1 (optional): RMB 20,000 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Foreign students need to pay an extra RMB 9 Anhua Jie (west of Nationality of students: China, US, South 10,000 per year Beijing Capital Airport), Korea, Canada, Russia, Australia Primary teaching language(s): Chinese Tianzhu Development Class size (average): 25 Other elective language(s): English Zone, Shunyi District. 北京市顺义区天竺 Teacher-student ratio: 1:4.5 After-school activities: More than 130 开发区安华街9号（首都国际机场西侧） Tuition and other fees: activities and courses, including dancing, 8046 7116, 8046 7117, 8041 3001, Application fee required for new students: soccer, fencing, choir, calligraphy, golf, [email protected] RMB 1,800 ceramics, and more.

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Beijing Royal School 北京王府学校

ince its establishment in 1996, Beijing Royal School has been devoted to international education. Integrating Eastern and Western pedagogical techniques and resources, we create a truly international educational environment. We use mobile and distance learning technologies to access world class teaching resources from abroad but then adapt them to create an educational experience tailored to Seach student’s aptitude and individual characteristics, as is traditional in China. Beijing Royal School, including Beijing Royal Kindergarten, Beijing Royal Foreign Language School and Beijing Royal School (Senior High), collectively form a K- 12 continuum, providing a comprehensive education that cultivates future world leaders with the international perspective and talents to complete on a global level.

Founding date: 2003 • Grades 6-9: RMB 191,000 per year Interpretation Auditorium with 6 Languages School type: Other, joint venture • Grades 10-12: RMB 169,500 – RMB 240,000 Available, Running Track, Soccer Field, School hours: 8am-noon, 1.30pm-5.10pm per year Tennis Courts, Multi-functional auditorium, (Mon-Thu); 8am-noon, 12.40-3.20pm (Fri) Primary teaching language(s): English taekwondo studio, piano practice rooms, Ministry of Education accredited? Yes and Chinese Indoor Swimming pool, A-Level standard Curriculum description: AP, A Level, IB, Other elective language(s): Spanish, dining halls, student dormitories, campus OSSD French, and German video monitoring system Age range: 2-18 After-school activities: Golf, baseball, Lunch: Organic, Chinese, Western, vegetarian Grades offered: Kindergarten to Grade 12 badminton, roller-skating, basketball, meals Number of students: Around 3,000 swimming, chorus, dancing, cello, violin, Boarding program? Yes, Grade 1-12 Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes robotics, Model Airplane Club Nurse/doctor available? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? Academic Nationality of students: China, US, Canada, scholarships available for freshmen and South Korea, Japan outstanding students Class size (average): 25 Extra help offered? No www.bjroyalschool.com Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 Total area (in sqm): 120,000 Tuition and other fees: Facilities: Modern Teaching Building, Long- No. 11 Wangfu Street, • Kindergarten: RMB 6,800 – RMB 13,000 distance Video Teaching Classroom, satellite Changping District 昌平区 per month classrooms, Cambridge A-Level Standard 北七家镇王府街11号 • Pre-K: RMB 94,000 – RMB 109,800 per year Digital Laboratory, Digital Board, Library 8178 5511 • Grades 1-5: RMB 119,000 – RMB 155,000 with 300,000 books, 1080-seat International per year Conference Hall, 400-seat Simultaneous

68 PROFILES K-12 Beijing World Youth Academy 北京世青国际学校

eijing World Youth Academy (BWYA) is an international school for students of all nationalities aged 5 to 18, offering programmes taught in English and Chinese with extensive language support where required. BWYA is authorized by the Beijing Municipal Education Commission to enroll both local and foreign students. In addition to the Chinese National Curriculum, they are fully authorized to Boffer both the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), along with the Cambridge IGCSE programme. The younger learners follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Furthermore, BWYA has also received full WASC accreditation, effective until 2025. The school motto is locally grounded, globally aware, and BWYA is committed to raising knowledgeable lifelong learners, who love their local culture, as well as being global citizens.

Founding date: 2001 Other elective language(s): Spanish, gallery, music practice rooms, Apple computer School type: International Day School Korean, German laboratories, science laboratories, DT studios School hours: 8.20am-3.50pm After-school activities: Nearly 100 ASAs with 3D printers, laser cutters, vacuum Ministry of Education accredited? Yes including MUN, LEGO robotics, Forensics, forming machines and more. Outdoors, there Curriculum description: IB (MYP, DP), Roots & Shoots, Peer Counselling, Care for are standard football pitches and a 400m IGCSE, IPC, Chinese National Curriculum the Elderly, STEM club and Wolves Athletics track as well as a forest area all covering over Age range: 5-18 sports teams participating in interscholastic 10,000 square metres, providing students Grades offered: K-Class (age 5) – Grade 12 competitions in Beijing, Tianjin and beyond. with rich and diversified learning experiences, Number of students: 1097 Scholarships offered? Multiple scholarship cultivating healthy growth in every area. Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes programmes, financial aid for qualified Boarding program? No Local Chinese students accepted? Yes enrolled students. Nurse/doctor available? Yes, both nursing Nationality of students: Over 20 Extra help offered? Deep-in study clubs and counselling services are available. nationalities represented staffed by faculty and intensive EAL support Class size (maximum): 25 in the primary school and secondary school Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 Total area (in sqm): 65,000 BWYA2001 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Facilities: With a ‘student-centred’ design www.ibwya.net academic year): concept, the main teaching building has 89 • Application fee (non-refundable) RMB 2,000 classrooms across four floors. There is an Beiyuan Bahao, • Tuition fees vary by year groups. Contact indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, sports Laiguangying West Road, Admissions Department for detailed hall, auditorium, multi-function learning Chaoyang District. 朝阳 information. centre, and cafeteria. Inside, the school has 区来广营西路北苑八号 Primary teaching language(s): English, air purification systems, full wireless coverage, 6470 6336, [email protected] Chinese intelligent whiteboards, and also an art

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Beijing Xin Fuxue International Academy 北京市新府学外国语学校

eijing Xin Fuxue International Academy (XFA) is the flagship school of Cornerstone Education Group. XFA is a bilingual international school approved by the Beijing Municipal Education Commission that offers day school as well as boarding arrangements for both Chinese and foreign students. The school provides K-12 education for students from kindergarten through high school. It is characterized by small Bclass sizes and a high teacher to student ratio. XFA integrates modern pedagogical theories and western educational concepts into our curriculum while retaining the academic rigor of Chinese basic education. It implements its independently developed curriculum, HT curriculum developed by Shuntian Fuxue Education Group, ASAs, and international student exchanges. By doing so, we strive to cultivate confident and capable bilingual students with a deep appreciation of diverse cultures. Following the education philosophy of “Inspiring students through Eastern & Western philosophies to achieve academic excellence and high moral values”, we devote ourselves to cultivate the six core qualities of the student and foster them to be holistically developed global citizens who are creative and willing to shoulder social responsibilities.

Founding date: 2016 G3-G9 RMB 16,000 protection, business, Fun with History, School type: Full time bilingual international • Meal fee: 3 meals and 2 extra meals international chess, Rubik’s cube, etc. school (Current IB Candidate School) RMB 16,000 • School teams: Dance, choir, baseball, School hours: 8.10am-5.20pm • School Bus Fee for weekends: basketball, badminton, mathematics, strings Ministry of Education accredited? Yes RMB 3,000-5,000 ensemble, etc. Curriculum description: • School Bus Fee for day students: Total area (in sqm): 90,000 Elementary School: Chinese official curriculum, RMB 12,000-15,000 Facilities: Air purification system throughout American Common Core, and IPC (International Primary teaching language(s): English the school building, Indoor Gymnasium, Primary Curriculum) and Chinese Multi-purpose Hall, Basketball Court, futsal Middle School: Chinese official curriculum, Other elective language(s): Italian and field, badminton court, physics Lab, chemistry IGCSE, American Common Core and MYP Korean lab, biology lab, reading rooms, Design and High School: AP, A-level, Canadian high school Elective courses/clubs: Technology Room, Art room, Music Room, curriculum, Australian high school curriculum. • Art: Calligraphy, creative handcraft, fashion Dance Room, Apple computer Room, etc. Age range: 5-18 design, English drama, ABRSM music theory, Lunch: Chinese and western buffet meals Grades offered: KG-G12 photography, Chinese traditional dance, Latin Boarding program? Yes Number of students: Over 500 Dance, guitar, percussion, violin, viola, cello, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes ukulele, trumpet, etc. Local Chinese students accepted? Yes • Academic Subjects: Phonics, mathematics Nationality of students: Chinese and thinking, picture book reading, literature, foreigners Chinese cultural studies, English writing, 187 0138 9190 Class size (average): 15 English speech and debate, creative writing, www.xinfuxue.com Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 English listening and speaking, English No. 99 Jingshun Tuition and other fees (2021-2022 grammar, TOEFL IELTS, etc. Road, Shunyi District, academic year): • Sports: Equestrian, Soccer, Basketball, Beijing. 北京市顺义区 • Application fee: RMB 1,500 Baseball, Badminton, Skating, golf, cricket, etc. 京顺路99号 • Elementary School (KG to G6): RMB 156,000 • Science and Technology: Robot programming, 8942 0199 (Kindergarten-Grade 9); • Middle School (G7-G9): RMB 176,000 magical science experiments, etc. 8943 7206 (Grades 10-12), admissions@ • High School (G10-G12): RMB 196,000 • Humanities and Critical Thinking Skills: xinfuxue.com • Accommodation Fee: KG-G2 RMB 20,000 Model United Nation, sociology, environment

70 PROFILES K-12 Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy 北京市朝阳区凯文学校

he teaching and learning programme at Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy draws on the strengths of both the Chinese National Curriculum and international curriculums to develop a community which is deeply rooted in China yet prepares pupils for a global future. Kaiwen students therefore achieve strong international qualifications, based around the IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSEs, but also retain a Tstrong grounding in Chinese national culture. We understand the importance of developing distinct educational programmes across our different age ranges and implement carefully devised teaching programmes for each of the primary, middle and high school stages. Students therefore emerge as compassionate and thoughtful life-long learners with fluency in both English and Chinese, who are ready to attend leading universities both within Asia and around the world. The Kaiwen Feature Programme is a crucial element of the holistic education that students benefit from at Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy. Through offering unrivalled experience in STEM, in the Arts and in sport, we develop students with the internal drive and broad interests which help them both to enter and thrive in their dream universities. Primary students, then, benefit from up to 19 classes a week in science, technology, art and sport, whilst secondary students choose from over 70 different extra-curricular courses which integrate with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programmes’ emphasis upon Creativity, Action and Service (CAS). We firmly believe that our balanced and holistic schedule allows our students to build confidence, enthusiasm for their education and ultimately to thrive academically.

Founding date: 2017 Teacher-student ratio:1:5 All classrooms are equipped with the most School type: Private boarding and day school Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 cutting edge air purification and smog School hours: 8am-5pm academic year): reduction facilities. Separate male and female Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • K: RMB 188,000 boarding houses. All have twin rooms with Curriculum description: Within Grades 1 • G1-G5: RMB 200,000 en-suite bathrooms. Each boarding house also to 9, the Chinese National Curriculum and • G6-G8: RMB 213,000 offers ample living spaces, laundry rooms, and Cambridge Examinations (CAIE) Curriculum • G9-G12: RMB 238,000 study areas, and is supported by an on-site are blended to build an integrated and in- Primary teaching language(s): English doctor who is available for medical concerns depth academic programme. Students follow & Chinese 24 hours a day. IGCSE courses in Grades 9 and 10 before Other elective language(s): No Lunch: Yes. Breakfast and supper are also selecting either the scholastic route, following After-school activities: Over 70 ASAs available. IB Diploma courses, or joining the Kaiwen Arts in Secondary School, including football, Lunch fee: RMB 8,500-13,000/academic year Programme or the Kaiwen Music Programme baseball, swimming, tennis, basketball, ice Boarding program? Yes in Grades 11 or 12. hockey, drama, dance, fine art, orchestra, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Age range: 5-18 choir, string group, band, STEM, Roborave, Grades offered: K-12 USAP, Journalism, International Award and 北京市朝阳区凯文学校 Number of students (per campus): 700 Programming. cy.kaiwenacademy.cn Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Extra help offered? Yes No.46 Baoquansan Class size (average): Up to 20 students per Total area (in sqm): 170,000 m² Street, Chaoyang District. class in kindergarten and up to 24 students per Facilities: Classrooms and laboratories, as 朝阳区宝泉三街46号院 class in other grades. well as art, gymnasium, and library facilities.

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The British School of Beijing, Shunyi 北京英国学校-顺义校区

he British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi) wants your child to excel. They promise to support your child to be their best and achieve more than they ever thought possible. Their globally respected curricula deliver excellent academic outcomes; following the English National Curriculum culminating at TIGCSE/GCSE qualifications leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP). BSB Shunyi’s German Primary Programme for their native German-speaking students study core subjects in German, integrating with non-core subjects. Their world-class teachers ensure your child experiences accelerated learning. Established in 2003, BSB Shunyi’s combined EYFS, Primary and Secondary campus is ideally situated within the very popular expatriate residential area of Shunyi and provides outstanding facilities to support your child’s learning. As part of a family of around 70 Nord Anglia schools in 29 countries with over 60,000 students, BSB Shunyi’s global reach provides unique life and learning experiences for their students to develop into mature and successful global citizens.

Founding date: 2003 • Year 4-6: RMB 262,950 (SEN) School type: International school • Year 7-8: RMB 280,000 Total area (in sqm): 33,000 (indoor 23,000) School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm • Year 9: RMB 282,765 Facilities: 3 buildings, a gymnasium, a fitness Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Year 10-11: RMB 299,455 center, amphitheater, multi-purpose room, a Curriculum description: BSB, Shunyi offers • Year 12-13: RMB 309,670 full regulation size football pitch, 4 outdoor an internationally adapted English National • Security Deposit: RMB 16,000 purpose-built playgrounds (separated by Curriculum leading to the IGCSE examinations • Application fee: RMB 2,000 age group), a swimming pool, an Early Years followed by the International Baccalaureate • Covers all books, learning materials, lunch, swimming pool, a dance studio, a sports dome, (IB) Diploma, as well as the German Thuringia local field trips and residential trips within a theatre, a drama studio, dedicated music Curriculum and the Kernlehrplan der Region China. rooms, computer music suites, a recording 20/21 for Klasse 1-4. Accreditations: IB • Uniforms: average RMB 1,400 depending studio, ICT suites, science laboratories, dark Diploma, ISI, COBIS, Nord Anglia Education on year group and number of sets room, art studios, a SEN room, a Sixth Form Group, IAPS purchased. study lounge, and a robotics lab. Age range: 1-18 • Bus: Annual fees range from RMB 10,000 Lunch: A wide range of Asian, Western and Grades offered: Pre-Nursery-Year 13 – RMB 15,000 depending on the distance vegetarian options, sandwich station, salad Number of students: 1,100 from school and fruit bar Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes • EAL: RMB 15,000 one-time fee Lunch fee: Included in tuition fee. Local Chinese students accepted? No Primary teaching language(s): English Boarding program? No Nationality of students: Over 60 Other elective language(s): German, Nurse/doctor available? Yes nationalities, including UK, Germany, US, Mandarin, French, and Spanish South Korea After-school activities: 300+ activities BSBShunyi Class size (maximum): 22 (16 in Nursery) including Sports, Arts, Drama, Music, www.bsbshunyi.com Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 to 1:11 Photography, Dance, Cooking, as well as Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 an extensive program of community/charity South Side, No.9, academic year): work and residential trips Anhua Street, Tianzhu • Pre-Nursery and Nursery: Scholarships offered? Only on an Development Zone, RMB 139,260 (mornings), 208,875 (full day) exceptional basis. Please contact admissions Shunyi District. 顺义区天竺开发区安华街 • Reception: RMB 208,875 for further details. 9号南院 • Year 1 & 2: RMB 243,250 Extra help offered? English as an Additional 8047 3558, [email protected] • Year 3: RMB 259,275 Language (EAL) and Special Education Needs

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73 PROFILES K-12

Canadian International School of Beijing 北京加拿大国际学校

he Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB) offers classes ranging from Montessori Nursery (18 months) to Grade 12 in two downtown campuses: the main Liangmaqiao Lu campus and the new Jianguomen Kindergarten. CISB is a three-program IB World School: Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. Graduates obtain a Canadian (New Brunswick) High TSchool Diploma and the opportunity to complete the full IB Diploma. The current 1,000+ student body represents over 55 nationalities. Founding date: 2006 • Grade 1-5: RMB 232,000 studios, music labs, 350-seat lecture theater, School type: International school • Grade 6-8: RMB 237,000 500-seat auditorium, three gymnasiums, 25m School hours: 8.15am-3.35pm • Grade 9-10: RMB 278,000 swimming pool plus wading pool, athletic Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Grade 11-12: RMB 289,000 field, dance studio, full-service cafeteria, Curriculum description: Montessori, IB • Application fee: RMB 1,800 demo cooking zone, supervised outdoor (PYP, MYP, and IBDP), Canadian NB High • Transportation: RMB 11,100-19,700 (round- playground, outdoor learning space, medical School Curriculum trip depending on distance) and dental clinic Age range: 18 months-18 years Primary teaching language(s): English Lunch: Asian and Western set menus Grades offered: Nursery to Grade 12 Other elective language(s): Chinese, Lunch fee: Elementary: RMB 28, Middle/high Number of students: 1,000+ French, and Korean school: RMB 35 Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes After-school activities: Athletics, music, Boarding program? No Local Chinese students accepted? No drama, community service, and more, plus an Nurse/doctor available? Yes Nationality of students: Over 55 extensive after-school paid activity program nationalities Scholarships offered? Please check the Class size (maximum): 25 school website CISBeijing Teacher-student ratio: Varies by grade Extra help offered? In-school English as www.CISBeijing.com Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Additional Language Program (EAL) and after- academic year) school tutoring programs 38 Liangmaqiao Road, • Montessori Nursery: RMB 110,000 (half- Total area (in sqm): 38,000 Chaoyang District. 朝阳区 day), RMB 157,000 (full-day) Facilities: Ninety classrooms with SmartBoard 亮马桥路38号 • Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kindergarten (full-day): technology, VR room, two libraries, science 6465 7788, [email protected] RMB 181,000 laboratories, makerspace, design lab, fine arts

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75 PROFILES K-12

Dulwich College Beijing 北京德威英国国际学校

ith four hundred years of heritage and a pioneering spirit, a Dulwich education aims for students to learn worldwise, live worldwise, and graduate worldwise. Established in 2005, Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) belongs to a family of 12 Dulwich College International schools in Asia with Wstrong ties to the founding College in London. It is a British international school for students from 3-18 years of age. The curriculum is based on the enhanced English National Curriculum up to Year 9, IGCSE courses for students in Years 10 and 11, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. DCB emphasizes excellence in academics, sports, and the arts, fostering in every child a sense of the importance of community service. The school has received accolades such as the British International School of the Year 2017 for Teaching Initiative in Blended Maths and the International School Award 2019 for Creativity in Learning. DCB graduating classes consistently achieve some of the best IB averages in China—results that place the students in the world’s best institutions, such as the Russell Group in the UK, the Ivy League, and top universities in the US, Canada, Asia, and Europe.

Founding date: 2005 • Deposit: RMB 18,000 rooms, two ICT suites including one dedicated School type: International School based Primary teaching language(s): English to music, a professional green screen film on the English National Curriculum and Other elective language(s): Chinese, studio, five light and airy art rooms, Early International Baccalaureate Diploma Program French, Spanish Years kitchen and art room, three libraries, (IBDP) After-school activities: Robotics, student 10 well-equipped science laboratories, School hours: 8.15am-3.25pm (Early Years); press, Model United Nations, World Scholars well-lit classrooms with SmartBoards, and 8.15am-3.30pm (Junior School); 8.15am- Cup, film, band, orchestra, choir, dance, drama, SE21, the new state-of-the-art STEAM & 3.35pm (Senior School) photography, coding, community service, entrepreneurship hub. Ministry of Education accredited? Yes debating, public speaking, design, animal Lunch: External caterer with vegetarian, Curriculum description: Enhanced English welfare, cooking, creative writing, chess, Western, Asian, and Chinese options. National Curriculum, IGCSE, and IBDP yoga, riding, go-karting, fencing, dancing, Lunch fee: RMB 24-29 Age range: 3-18 and more. Numerous sports teams include Boarding program? No Grades offered: Early Years to Year 13 football, volleyball, basketball, badminton, Nurse/doctor available? Yes, United Family Number of students: 1,500+ tennis, rugby, swimming, skiing, and more. Healthcare nurses Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? No Local Chinese students accepted? No Extra help offered? Additional Educational Nationality of students: 40+ Needs teams, including English Language Class size (average): 12-22 depending on Support. DulwichBeijing year level Total area (in sqm): 100,000+ beijing.dulwich.org Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 Facilities: Sports facilities include two air- Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 filtered sports domes, multi-purpose sports 89 Capital Airport academic year): hall, six tennis courts, weight room, FIFA Road, Shunyi District • Early Years (Nursery-Year 2): RMB 139,000- two-star-rated football pitch, rugby pitch, 顺义区首都机场路89号 237,000 cricket pitch, swimming pool. The school 丽京花园7区 • Year 3-Year 13: RMB 259,000-307,000 building houses two large theaters with 755 6454 9000 • Application fee: RMB 2,500 seats combined, two black box theaters, [email protected] • Transportation: RMB 12,200/14,700 three spacious music rooms, seven practice

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77 PROFILES K-12

Fangcao Foreign Language School (Kingswood International School, Shunyi) 北京芳草外国语学校（英国国王伍德公学北京学校）

angcao Foreign Language School (Kingswood International School, Shunyi) is an international school run by BoHua Education Group and is in close cooperation with Phoenix TV • Phoenix Education, Tencent Education, Kingswood School of the United Kingdom, and other institutions. The education group sincerely assigned Ms. Su Guohua, the Founder of Beijing Fangcaodi International Education Group Fas the schoolmaster, and hired experienced teachers from Fangcaodi as this school’s core teaching and managing team. At present, one-third of the teachers come from Fangcaodi International Education Group. three snacks and three meals; day students Founding date: 2014 year will be charged according to their actual dining School type: Full-time bilingual international • Tuition for primary and pre-school Class: situation school RMB 100,000 per year Boarding Program: Yes School Hours: 8am-3.30pm (Regular Class) Primary teaching language: English and Nurse or doctor available? Full-time school 3.30-4.30pm (After-school activities) Chinese doctor Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Other elective languages: Spanish Curriculum description: Basic Chinese After-school activities: English, drama, Education Course, School-based Characteristic ball games, calligraphy, music, traditional Course, General International Course Chinese, dance, fencing, taekwondo, Age range: 3-18 years old equestrian, swimming, artificial intelligence. 北京芳草外国语学校 Grades offered: K-12 Scholarships offered? Yes bjbh.kingswoodcn. Number of students: 302 Extra help offered? No com Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes Facilities: Multiple functional classrooms are Local Chinese students accepted? Yes provided with special facilities like a 3,600sqm No.8 Compound, Nationality of students: All nationalities indoor gymnasium, Mini Phoenix TV Station, Majuan Wencai Street, Class size: 20-25 STEM space Mapong Township, Shunyi District Teacher/student ratio: 1:5 Lunch: Four days of Chinese food and one- 北京市顺义区马坡镇马卷文采街8号院 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 day western food per week Academic Year): Lunch fee: RMB 10 for breakfast, RMB 20 for 400 6789 220; 6946 0680 • Interview Fee: RMB 1,000 lunch/dinner; RMB 8 for breakfast and RMB • Tuition for kindergarten: RMB 60,000 per 8 for snacks; for boarding students include

78 PROFILES K-12 French International School of Beijing (LFIP) 北京法国国际学校

stablished in 1965, the French International School of Beijing (LFIP) is a large international school offering primary through secondary education in one new spacious and eco-friendly campus. LFIP is part of a network of 496 French schools established in 137 countries. The teaching conforms to the curriculum set out by the French Ministry of Education. The school focuses on offering excellence for Eall students through a well-rounded education including sports, culture and the arts, innovative methods for learning languages, and high-quality teaching. Graduates obtain the French Baccalaureate Diploma and enter prestigious preparatory programs for admission to Grandes Écoles or universities, in France, but also in Canada, the UK, or the US.

Founding date: 1965 Teacher-student ratio: 1:10 center, multi-sport field), one outdoor multi- School type: International school Tuition and other fees (2019-2020 sport field, speed and cross tracks, a full School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm (pre-school academic year): regulation size football pitch, outdoor and and primary), 8.30am-5.30pm (middle and • Pre-school and primary school: RMB 70,000- covered playgrounds, a multi-function theater high school) 87,500 (200 seats), a school restaurant (400 seats), Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Middle school: RMB 79,200-100,000 6 well-equipped science laboratories, one Curriculum description: The teaching • High school: RMB 120,000-147,800 technology workshop with 3D printers and conforms to the curriculum set out by the • Application fee: RMB 6,600 robot, 3 library centers, classrooms equipped French Ministry of Education. The primary • Transportation fee: RMB 5,800-12,700 with SmartBoards. Air ventilation and filtration school features French-English and French- (round-trip, depending on distance) system (pm 2.5) throughout the campus Chinese bilingual tracks with additional • After-school activities: RMB 2,900 (for each Lunch: Seasonal and nutritionally balanced language classes in English or Chinese. activity of 2 hours per week) Western lunch menu, catered by Chartwells The secondary school has a British and a Primary teaching language(s): French and served in the school common dining areas Chinese International Section offering a Other elective language(s): English, Lunch fee: RMB 8,700 (per year, based on specialized curriculum with classes delivered Chinese mandatory for all levels. Spanish, 5 meals a week) in English (British Literature, History, and German, Latin in middle and high school Boarding program? No Geography) and Chinese (Chinese Literature After-school activities: 37 activities Nurse/doctor available? Yes and Mathematics) including football, taekwondo, cuisine, judo, Age range: 3-18 badminton, music, drama, art and more Grades offered: Pre-school-High School Scholarships offered? Scholarships from Number of students: 900 the French government available under www.lfip.net.cn Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes condition for French students only Local Chinese students accepted? No Extra help offered? French for non-native Xinjin Lu, Chaoyang Nationality of students: Over 50 speakers District.朝阳区新锦路 nationalities (62% French, 9% North Total area (in sqm): 37,000 8474 7011, American, 7% European) Facilities: One teaching building (20,000 [email protected] Class size (average): 25 sqm), one gymnasium (dojo, gym and dance

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German Embassy School of Beijing 北京德国使馆学校

he German Embassy School of Beijing (GSB) is a private German school abroad with a modern school and kindergarten campus centrally located in Chaoyang District. The school was awarded the status of “Excellent German School Abroad” in 2019. They offer “Education made in Germany” from kindergarten to Abitur (12th grade) at the highest level. Students receive outstanding German language skills Tand education in an international and global setting which allows for easy return to schools in Germany or acceptance to German and International universities. The most modern technical equipment, small classes, dedicated teachers, individual and excellent sponsorship, as well as a particularly family-like atmosphere characterize our school. We provide a comprehensive extra-curricular program, consisting of project and study groups in Music, Theater, Arts, Sports, Natural Sciences, and Languages, where students can develop their talents.

Founding date: 1978 • Kindergarten: RMB 157,500 Facilities: 45 classrooms with SmartBoard School type: Private German school • Grade 1-4: RMB 132,500 technology, two libraries, science School hours: 7.55am – 3.35/5.15pm • Grade 5-12: RMB 143,500 laboratories, arts studio, music labs, PC Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Bus: RMB 20,300 rooms and workspaces, 250-seat lecture Curriculum description: The German • Application fee: RMB 43,500 theater, outdoor and indoor sportscourt, Embassy School of Beijing teaches Primary teaching language(s): German athletic field, fitness centre, full-service according to the German curriculum. Other elective language(s): English cafeteria, demo cooking zone, school We award the highest level graduation is taught as the first foreign language garden, supervised outdoor playground degree (Abitur), in the German education from kindergarten and elementary school. Lunch: Western, Chinese, and vegetarian system at the end of 12th grade. We also Lessons in Geography from grade 8 and meals offer preparation courses for Cambridge Political Science in grade 10 are taught in Lunch fee: RMB 13-28 per day Certificates (CAE Cambridge Advanced English. French is taught as the second Boarding Program: No English) and YTC and HSK Certificates. foreign language and Chinese is taught as Nurse/doctor available: Yes Age range: 2-18 years an intensive course from 6th grade on. Grades offered: Kindergarten-Grade 12 After-school activities: GSB offers more Number of students: 580 than 100 after school activities. Choir, www.dspeking.cn Foreign passport holder accepted: Yes photography, theater, athletics, gymnastics, www.instagram.com/dspekinglive Local Chinese students accepted: No soccer, basketball, handball, wushu, arts Nationality of students: 30+ nationalities and crafts, languages, and more. Liangmaqiao Lu 49A Class size (average): 0-18 (depending on Scholarships offered? No Chaoyang District 北京市 grade level) Extra help offered? German as a second 朝阳区亮马桥路49A Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 language, learning support services, 8531 6100 Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 personalized learning [email protected] academic year): Total area (in sqm): 110,000

80 PROFILES K-12 Haidian Foreign Language Academy 海淀外国语教育集团

dhering to an open and inclusive pedagogy, and utilizing the best aspects of both ancient and modern Chinese and foreign education, Haidian Foreign Language Academy provides education for students from 3 to 18 years old. Our school provides a diverse curriculum through offering a cross-continental learning program for studying, communicating in English, and learning about other cultures. A Within China, Haidian Foreign Language Academy has established several school branches, in the cities of Beijing, Wuhan, Hainan. As a new branch school, Jingbei Campus, located in Yanqing District, is going to admit new students in 2019. Each school site contains a Foreign Language Shi Yan School, an International School, and a kindergarten school. Internationally, Haidian Foreign Language Academy has established several school branches in the United States, in the states of New Jersey, Michigan, and North Carolina, as well as having established language practice cites in Britain, Australia, Japan, Germany, France, and within the USA. Haidian Foreign Language Academy highly values Chinese traditional culture. At the same time, our school incorporates the best parts of other cultures to create a multilingual and multicultural awareness. Our aim is to cultivate students into becoming global leaders who have international perspectives and knowledge as well as a solid foundation of Chinese traditional culture. Haidian Foreign Language Academy has always been a pioneer in international education.

Founding date: 1999 After-school activities: Elementary school outdoor and indoor stadiums were built School type: International boarding school 2+2 project: Students will master two athletic according to international professional School hours: 8am-4.35pm skills and two artistic skills at the elementary standards, including: 400 meter field, artificial Ministry of Education accredited? Yes school level. Piano and swimming are required turf football field, volleyball court, baseball Curriculum description: Comprehensive courses (students can play piano and learn fields, golf driving ranges, and outdoor rock Development Class, Fine Arts and Sports Class, more than three swimming strokes and climbing wall. Also included are 16 basketball USA Carden Class, Multilingual Education reach a higher level after graduating from courts, 5 tennis courts, and many table Class, International Class and International elementary school). Junior high school 2+1 tennis and badminton courts. The school Elite Hybrid Sports Class. project: Students will master two athletic also has large indoor gymnasium, including Age range: 2-18 skills and one artistic skill at the junior high a basketball arena, a swimming pool, a Grades offered: K-12 school level. There are more than one hundred taekwondo area, and a gymnastics training Number of students: Over 5,000 extracurricular club activities available for area. Also it has one of the most advanced Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes students to choose from freely, including fencing centers, built inside a large inflatable Local Chinese students accepted? Yes chorus, wind band, swimming, football, building. Nationality of students: China, US, Canada, gymnastics, tennis, golf equestrianism, Lunch: Organic, Chinese, western, and Australia, UK, Germany, Russia, New Zealand, gymnastics, basketball, rock-climbing, football, vegetarian options with a focus on health, Japan table tennis, badminton, dance, calligraphy, hygiene, and nutrition Class size (average): 28-40 painting, polymer clay, astronomy, science Boarding program? Yes Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 and technology, photography, and cooking etc. Nurse available? Yes Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 Scholarships offered? Yes academic year): Extra help offered? Yes, personalized • Tuition (yearly): RMB 86,000-298,000 counseling available http://www.bjfles.com (studying abroad costs extra) Total area (in sqm): 260,000 • Others: Meals, accommodation, book and Facilities: Each classroom is equipped No. 20, Xingshikou materials, uniform, and dorm supplies with multimedia teaching equipment. The Road, Haidian District Primary teaching language(s): English school also has an observatory, photography, 海淀区杏石口路20号 and Chinese recording, art, dance, pottery, tea art studio, 8846 7301, Other elective language(s): Japanese, robot lab, gym, music rooms, culinary [email protected] German, French classroom, calligraphy room etc,. Both the

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Haileybury International School 黑利伯瑞国际学校

aileybury International School has an international vision, seeking to bring together the best of the Chinese and western educational philosophies. It takes full advantage of a hundred years of experience in Australian education and the advantages of traditional Chinese education while emphasizing innovative thinking and flexibility. A high-quality and diversified curriculum, small classes, an HEnglish learning environment, personalized training and care programs will develop students’ ability to use the English language and understand the western culture. It will also support the development of their ability to direct their own learning, communicate effectively, work in a team and take leadership at all levels. Haileybury focuses on cultivating a competitive ability to work in the international environment in order to become to become a citizen of the world.

Founding date: 1898 in Melbourne, 2012 After-school activities: Swimming, well as reading for practice and pleasure. in China basketball, football, table tennis, badminton Excellent facilities exist to promote physical School type: Full-time boarding school Scholarships offered? N/A well-being through sport and co-curricular School hours: 8am-4.50pm Extra help offered? N/A activities. The Sports Building houses a Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Total area (in sqm): 5 hectares (campus), gymnasium, weights room, swimming pool Curriculum description: VCE 40,000 (floor space across 10 buildings) and table tennis facilities. Outside, there Age range: 6-18 Facilities: The teaching building and are a soccer pitch, tennis and basketball Grades offered: Grade 1-12 its landmark tower form the core of the courts and a running track. There is a Number of students: 1000+ school and is built to the highest standard separate adventure playground for primary Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes of western educational practice. The three students. A lavish theatre provides a center Local Chinese students accepted? Yes wings of the main teaching building house for drama, musical productions, and school Nationality of students: Unlimited forty-eight western classrooms equipped assemblies. Class size (average): 24 with state-of-the-art electronic whiteboards Lunch: Semi-self-service Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 and wireless internet. There are nine Boarding program? Yes Tuition and other fees (2018-2019 western-style Physics, Chemistry and Nurse/doctor available? Yes academic year): Biology laboratories with dedicated areas for • Primary school (Grades 1-3): RMB 145,000 full hands-on experiments by the students. haileybury • Primary school (Grades 4-6): RMB 150,000 The teaching building also houses Music www.haileybury.cn • Middle school: RMB 160,000 performance and individual practice rooms, • High school: RMB 198,000 two dance studios, art and craft rooms. No.6 Gongxue Road, Primary teaching language(s): Chinese There are two state-of-the-art western Gaocun Country. Wuqing and English libraries that bring together the traditional District, Tianjin Other elective language(s): Japanese, and electronic resources required for class, 400 013 6060 Spanish small-group and individual research, as

82 PROFILES K-12 HD Beijing School 北京市朝阳区赫德双语学校

D Beijing School was established in September, 2017, and is a private bilingual school which strives to foster a global perspective and integrates the best of Chinese and Western culture to develop the talents of the children it serves. The school is rooted in Chinese traditional culture and aims to create Chinese cultural ambassadors who are able to adapt and be successful within an international Hcontext. They have integrated an innovative educational philosophy and aim to develop their students so that they can become global leaders. They have opened the primary school sections and will open middle and high school sections in September 2021. Each class will be equipped with an international and Chinese homeroom teacher and in the younger grades they have assigned one bilingual learning facilitator to support their innovative approach to bilingual education.

Founding date: September 2017 Primary school: RMB 228,000 per year science, chemistry, and biology. School type: Full time private bilingual school Secondary school: RMB 258,000 per year Lunch: Yes School hours: 8.15am-3.45pm • Application Fee: RMB 2,000 Lunch fee: RMB 40 per day Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Primary teaching language(s): English Boarding program? Yes Curriculum description: Blending the and Chinese Nurse/doctor available? Yes best of western educational philosophy Other elective language(s): Depends on with Chinese curriculum, HD Beijing School student needs provides students with a balanced, bilingual, After-school activities: Music, fashion and multicultural learning experience. In design, architecture, Chinese traditional hdbjschool Y9-10 students will study IGCSE curriculum art, paper arts, chess, soft and hard nib beijing.hdschools.org which provides a solid foundation for Y11-12 calligraphy, dodgeball, tag rugby, baseball, when the students can choose from IBDP swimming, golf, tennis, physical training, The 1st campus: and A-level curriculum. science, programming, 3D printing, and No. Jia 181 Guan Age range: 3-15 robotic model building design. Zhuang Road, Chaoyang Grades offered: Kindergarten, primary, Scholarships offered? Yes District (next to the East Gate of Dong middle, and high school Extra help offered? N/A Ba Country Park), Beijing.北京市朝阳区 Number of students: Over 1000 Total area (in sqm): The 1st campus: 管庄路甲181号（东坝郊野公园东门附近) Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes 30,000, The 2nd campus: 32,000 The 2nd campus: Jinzhan, the 2nd Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: 1 school building, 1 indoor airport highway, Chaoyang District, Nationality of students: Chinese swimming pool, 1 sports dome, 2 basketball Beijing” (北京市朝阳区机场二高辅路沿 Average class size: 25 fields, 2 football fields, 2 tennis courts. Total 线金盏乡) Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 of 24 classrooms, 13 specialist classrooms, Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 1 bilingual library, and 1 auditorium. The 4000 098 089, 8509 5712, 8509 5561, academic year): 2nd campus will also provide squash court, [email protected] Kindergarten: RMB 190,000 per year fencing area, and professional labs of

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Harrow Beijing 哈罗北京

arrow Beijing is a vibrant community affiliated with Harrow School in London and Harrow International Schools in Bangkok, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Haikou. It offers a British-based education to students aged from 2 to 18. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for the way each student is supported through personal tutoring. Our mission statement of H‘Leadership for a Better World’ is supported through the skills students develop by studying our wide and varied curriculum and further evidenced through our co-curricular enrichment programs. Currently, there are students of 26 nationalities attending the school. Students from Harrow Beijing command places in the world’s top universities, particularly in the UK and the US.

Founding date: 2005 orchestra, choirs, DJ club, ukulele club, library, and a specialist learning zone which School type: International school musical theatre club, drama clubs, psychology includes art, music, and drama areas. There School hours: 8am – 4.30pm club, environmental club, chess, community is a playground and a sports pitch which has Ministry of Education accredited? Yes outreach, cooking, debating, student been developed to support the young pupils’ Curriculum description: National magazines, Chinese culture, Chinese art and physical development. Curriculum, IGCSE, A-level painting, Chinese drums, and martial arts etc. Lunch: A hot lunch is available for all students Age range: 2 – 18 Scholarships offered? Harrow International and snacks are available for Year 5 and below. Grades offered: Early Years – Year 13 Leaders’ Scholarship; Sir Joseph Banks Lunch fee: RMB 6,600 Number of students: over 1,500 Scholarship. Boarding program? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Extra help offered? Yes. We provide Nurse/doctor available? Yes Local Chinese students accepted? Yes extensive language support and personalized Nationality of students: 26 nationalities tutoring with a Language and Learning HarrowBJ-activities Class size (average): 20 – 23 Department and Saturday School. www.harrowbeijing.cn Teacher-student ratio: 1:4 to 1:10 Total area (in sqm): 66,600 (Hegezhuang according to different age groups Campus); 7,320 (City Campus) Hegezhuang Campus: No. 287 Tuition and other fees (2020/2021): Facilities: At the Hegezhuang Campus, in Hegezhuang Village, Cuigezhuang • Tuition fees vary from RMB 192,000 to RMB addition to the usual classroom facilities, County, Chaoyang District 北京市朝阳区 309,000 per academic year for different year there are 2 libraries with more than 28,000 崔各庄乡何各庄村287号 groups. Contact the Admissions team for resources, a large multi-purpose theatre, City Campus: No. 5, Block 4, Anzhen detailed information. two ‘black box’ drama areas and a music Xili, Chaoyang District 北京市朝阳区安贞 • Application fee: RMB 3,500 center with a recording studio. The sports 西里4区5号 Primary language courses: English and facilities include a 25-meter swimming pool, Hegezhuang Campus: Chinese a 2,220sqm gymnasium for sports such as 6444 8900, 6445 3870 Other elective language(s): French and badminton, volleyball, and basketball as well (fax), admissions@ Spanish as a top-rope climbing wall. Outdoors we harrowbeijing.cn After-school activities: Cricket, cross- have tennis courts, as well as playing fields City Campus: 6444 country running, rock climbing, scuba diving, for football and rugby. 8100, cityadmissions@ tennis, touch rugby, golf, International The City Campus facilities include a fully harrowbeijing.cn Award, yoga, dance, steel pans, jazz band, kitted out sports hall, a dining room, a

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85 PROFILES K-12

International School of Beijing 北京顺义国际学校

nternational School of Beijing (ISB) has a history of excellence spanning four decades, its Mission fulfilled by passionate, highly qualified educators who want the best for every student. ISB is dedicated to programs that are most effective for learning. As a progressive school, ISB responds to students’ changing needs. Research-based programs and outstanding facilities mean students are prepared for success in Ia world changing at a breathtaking pace. ISB enjoys a track record of excellent learning outcomes, with students attending colleges which are most appropriate for them. The school’s commitment to realizing students’ potential is built around nurturing their intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development.

Founding date: 1980 Capital Levy building are 12 science labs, 2 student cooking School type: International school • Grade 11-12: RMB 270,060 + RMB 34,720 labs, 2 theaters, a Black Box theater, rehearsal School hours: 8.15am–3.25 pm Capital Levy space, and studio stage. The main school Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Bus: RMB 12,800-20,750 depending on building also has two library-media centers Curriculum description: ISB follows a distance with more than 82,000 volumes and over standards-based curriculum (Learning21@ • Applications fee: RMB 2,000 160 magazine subscriptions. ISB supports ISB) that draws upon the best elements of Primary teaching language(s): English. a one-to-one MacBook laptop program for international curriculum models for their Early Dual-Language (Chinese and English) is each student in grades 2 through 12. A Years 3 – Grade 12 classes. For high school offered in Early Years 3–Grade 3. In 2021- pharmaceutical-grade (H-14) air filtration students, ISB offers a full IB diploma program 2022, ISB will offer Dual-Language (Chinese system ensures high air quality in all indoor or IB certificate options for students in grades and English) for Early Years 3–Grade 4. areas. In 2020, ISB opened four new facilities, 11 and 12. Other elective language(s): Chinese, including an Early Years Learning Center, Age range: 3-18 French, and Spanish Elementary School Arts Center and Theater, Grades offered: Early Years 3-Grade 12 After-school activities: Athletics, choir, Middle and High School Performing Arts Number of students: 1,700+ orchestra, film, photography, theater, debate Center, and Middle and High School Design Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes club, model united nations, service clubs, arts Center. Local Chinese students accepted? No and crafts, and more Lunch: Range of Western, Chinese, and Nationality of students: 40+ nationalities, Scholarships offered? No vegetarian meals including US, South Korea, Canada, Australia Extra help offered? EAL, learning support Lunch fee: RMB 21.5-32.5 per day Class size (average): 12-22 (depending on services, personalized learning, tutoring Boarding program? No grade level) center. As an inclusive school, ISB serves Nurse/doctor available? Yes Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 students with diverse learning needs (mild, Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 moderate, intensive). academic year): Total area (in sqm): 133,500 • Early Years (Early Years Full Day): Facilities: 32-acre campus in Shunyi with ISB 北京顺义国际学校 RMB 192,170 + RMB 12,010 Capital Levy two purpose-built sports domes sitting side- www.isb.bj.edu.cn • Kindergarten: RMB 221,910 + RMB 19,490 by-side, over 8,500 square meters, four fully- Capital Levy equipped gymnasiums (one with a climbing 10 An Hua Street, • Grade 1-5: RMB 221,910 + RMB 34,720 wall); 665-seat sports stadium, including Shunyi District Capital Levy running track and rugby pitch; baseball and 顺义区安华街10号 • Grade 6-8: RMB 239,910 + RMB 34,720 softball diamonds; two full-sized turf soccer 8149 2345 ext 1047, Capital Levy fields; and an aquatics center with a 25-meter [email protected] • Grade 9-10: RMB 260,830 + RMB 34,720 pool and diving boards. In the main school

86 PROFILES K-12

87 PROFILES K-12

Keystone Academy 北京市鼎石学校

eystone Academy blends traditions in Chinese, American, and international education. It is suitable for local and expat families in China, especially for those who want to raise a culturally- and cognitively- bilingual child. The school offers a bilingual immersion program in Chinese and English, with a strong emphasis on Chinese history and culture woven into the curriculum. Keystone is a day school Kthrough Grade 6. Boarding is optional in Grades 7 and 8 and required in Grades 9 through 12. The boarding program is structured similarly to the American boarding school tradition, where faculty families live in residence with the students. It enables character-building and community in a residential setting.

Founding date: 2014 Teacher-student ratio: 1:7 primary school, two residential halls, School type: Day and boarding school Tuition and other fees (2019-2020 and a performing arts center designed meeting Chinese and International standards academic year): by a Harvard professor of architecture School hours: 8am-3.30pm • Application Fee: RMB 2,000 which includes a 700-seat theater, black Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Primary school (day school): RMB 250,000 box, music practice rooms and several Curriculum description: Chinese National • Secondary school (day school): RMB 280,000 classrooms and rehearsal spaces. In standards and AERO international standards • Boarding tuition: RMB 387,500 addition, new HEPA filtration systems in conjunction with the International Primary • Uniform: Approx. RMB 4,850-6,380 ensure excellent air quality throughout the Curriculum (IPC), IBMYP, and IBDP curriculum • Bus: RMB 9,800-14,800 school campus. frameworks. Students use a variety of Primary teaching language(s): Chinese Lunch fee: RMB 8,580-9,900 (day students), technology tools throughout the curriculum, and English boarding fees include all meals and every student uses a school assigned Other elective language(s): N/A Boarding program? Optional in Grades 7-8. MacBook in grades 6-12. After-school activities: More than 300 Compulsory in Grades 9-12 Age range: 5-19 activities offered in a variety of sports, music, Nurse/doctor available? Yes Grades offered: Foundation Year up to visual arts, drama, technology, community Grade 12 service, and traditional Chinese culture BeijingKeystoneAcademy Number of students: 1,596 (2020-2021 Scholarships offered? Yes www.keystoneacademy.cn school year) Extra help offered? Yes Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Total area (in sqm): 100,000 11 Anfu Jie, Houshayu, Shunyi Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Facilities: Three libraries, science and District 顺义区后沙峪镇 Nationality of students: More than 25 technology labs, art spaces, two maker’s 安富街11号 nationalities, including Australia, Canada, spaces, an athletic field for soccer, three 8049 6008, China, UK, US indoor gymnasiums, a 25m swimming admission@ Class size (average): 18 (primary), 16-18 pool, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor keystoneacademy.cn (secondary school) running tracks, outdoor play spaces for

88 PROFILES K-12 Limai Chinese American International School 力迈中美（国际）学校

imai Chinese American International School was established in 1995, focusing on the basic education of international K-12 courses. It has received awards for “China’s Top Ten Most Valuable International Schools,” “Beijing Top Ten International Schools,” and ranked top 30 in the Hurun Education 2020 China International Schools awards. Limai has 17 K-12 schools and kindergartens in China and the United States, Las well as three American Study Abroad Service Centers. It is an ACT authorized test center, A-Level international course teaching center, and A-Level course authorized test center. Furthermore, it is an AP officially authorized and accredited school, being the official test center of the Australian Mathematics Competition. There are more than 2,000 students in Beijing campuses and more than 270 foreign and Chinese teachers with international qualifications. Beijing Limai Chinese-American International School is located on the east side of the Capital Olympic Forest Park, with a beautiful environment and convenient transportation. It was one of the earliest international schools established in Beijing. Limai Chinese-American International School Jiuhua High School campus is located in Jiuhua Villa, North Sixth Ring Road, Changping District, adjacent to Wenyu River, with a beautiful environment and fresh air. Limai Chinese-American International Kindergarten has opened three directly-operated Kindergartens and four cooperative Kindergartens in Beijing.

Founding date: 1995 Cavent Course G9-G12: about RMB 230,000; library. School type: Private international school, day A-Level Course G10-G12: RMB 178,000 • Beijing International High School Campus: and boarding ACT-GAC course G9-G12: RMB 150,000; with connected teaching buildings and student School hours: 8am-4.30pm; 4.30-6pm (society UP course G10-G11: RMB 130,000 apartments, foreign teachers’ apartments, clubs) International high school preparatory classes outdoor sports fields, 15,000 square meters Ministry of Education accredited? Yes G8- G9: RMB 110,000 indoor gymnasium, 800 square meters smart Curriculum description: American Calvert • Limai International Kindergarten Tuition library, computer classroom, drama classroom, Course, American Fairmont Course, Bilingual Small nursery classes: about RMB 120,000; dance classroom, music classroom, sand painting Course, A-Level Course, ACT-GAC Course, Middle and large classes: about RMB 100,000 classroom, arts classroom, comprehensive Canadian High School-North American Top Primary teaching language(s): English and laboratory, psychological room, school doctor University Course, AP Course, LCAI International Chinese room, 18,000 square meters on-campus canteen. Preschool Course After-school activities: Violin, piano, guitar, • Beijing International Kindergarten: It has a large Age range: 2-18 years old dance, drama, orchestral music, painting, outdoor venue of 3,500 square meters and an Grades: K-12 sand painting, comics, handicrafts, calligraphy, indoor area of 3,000 square meters. Equipped Number of students: 2,000 photography, airplane model, golf, taekwondo, with multifunctional hall, library, ballet classroom, Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes martial arts, basketball, football, roller skating, Chinese culture classroom, art baking, natural Local Chinese students accepted? Yes etc., plus student club activities. science, Lego construction classroom. Student Nationality: China, United States, Scholarships offered? Principal scholarships, Lunch: Chinese and Western food, all meals Canada, Australia academic scholarships, etc. throughout the day Class size (average): 20 Total area (in sqm): 26,000 (head school); Nurse/doctor available: Full-time school Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 19,000 (international high school campus); 6500 doctors Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 (head kindergarten) academic year): Facilities: • Beijing main school: U-shaped • 2020 Beijing Limai School Tuition Fees teaching buildings and student apartments, limaifls Cavent Course: RMB 160-228,000; Fairmont foreign teachers’ apartments, outdoor golf field, www.lmzmjy.com Course: RMB 120-190,000; Direct courses from basketball stadiums, 400-meter track and field famous North American schools: RMB 130,000; stadiums, indoor gymnasiums, multi-functional Limai Chinese- Bilingual classes for senior high school entrance auditoriums, lecture theatres, school clinics, American examination: RMB 60,000 computer classrooms, drama classrooms, International School • Beijing Limai International High School Tuition Dance classroom, calligraphy classroom, music Yangshan Campus (Grade K-12): 2 Fees classroom, art classroom, standard laboratory, Yangshan Lu, Chaoyang District Limai Chinese-American International High School (Grades 8-12): Jiuhua Villa, Xiaotangshan Town, Changping District. Kindergarten (Lishuiqiao Garden): No. 1, East, Lishuiqiao Park, Chaoyang District. Kindergarten (Jiuhua Garden): Jiuhua Villa, Xiaotangshan Town, Changping District

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Nord Anglia School Beijing, Fangshan 北京市房山区诺德安达学校

ord Anglia School Beijing, Fangshan was opened in September 2019 and provides a state-of-the art, world-class teaching and learning environment with a total student capacity of 1,728. Providing a unique blended learning experience, NAS Beijing offers students the best of eastern and western education resources and philosophies for students aged 6 -18. The bilingual curriculum is based on the NChinese K-12 curriculum blended with globally respected international education resources and teaching pedagogy. Students will gain a solid foundation of Chinese culture, whilst equipping them with the knowledge and skills they will need to be successful in an increasingly globalized world.

Founding date: 2019 English style meals School type: International Bilingual School Other languages taught as electives: Boarding Program: 5 days boarding and 7 School hours: 8am-3.20pm French and Spanish in ECA class days boarding Ministry of Education accredited? Yes After-school activities: Academic, cultural, School nurse or doctor available? Yes Curriculum description: Chinese National performing arts, sports. Curriculum blended with globally respected Scholarships offered? Available in the international education resources and teaching coming years methods. Extra help offered? Yes, Disabled facilities, NASBeijing北京诺德安达 Age range: 6-18 EAL support www.nasbeijing.cn Grades offered: Grades 1-12 Total area (in sqm): 35,000 Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes School facilities: Science lab, art studios, No.236 Local Chinese students accepted? Yes information technology lab, auditorium, drama Beiliuzhuang Village, Nationality of students: Chinese, and dance studios, black box theatre, musical Qinglonghu Town, International instrument practice room, full-sized indoor Fangshan District 北京 Max class size: 24 students per class gymnasium, 25m indoor swimming pool, a 市房山区青龙湖镇北刘 Teacher/student ratio: 1:6 full-sized grass soccer pitch, basketball courts, 庄村236号 Tuition fees (2020-2021 Academic tennis courts, athletic area, indoor athletics, 8865 8006, 8865 8022, Year): RMB 170,000–210,000 and activity area. [email protected] Primary teaching language: Chinese and Lunch: Serving both western and Chinese

90 PROFILES K-12 Springboard International Bilingual School 君诚学校

stablished in 2000, Springboard International Bilingual School provides a diversified learning environment for kindergarten through high school students, offering a bilingual education in Chinese and English that focuses on the American Common Core standards. A qualified school registered with the Beijing Municipal Educational Commission, SIBS is qualified to recruit international students and hire Eforeign teachers. SIBS utilizes the Columbia University Reading Assessments and “Writing Pathways” writing program. Their educational programs offer a hands-on, integrated learning approach that trains students to focus on building proper reading and writing skills, as well as cultivating healthy lifestyles, etc.

Founding date: May 2000 • Nursery, K1, K2: RMB 150,000 room, open cafeteria and multi-purpose School type: International school • Kindergarten (KG): RMB 180,000 room, performance art theater and physical School hours: 8.30am-3.30pm (Monday, • Primary school (G1-G5): RMB 200,000 education recreation area. Friday) 8.30am—4.20pm (Tuesday, • Middle school (G6-G8): RMB 220,000 Lunch: Nutritious Chinese, Western and Wednesday, Thursday, ASA day) • High school (G9-G12): RMB 240,000 vegetarian options Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Uniform fee: RMB 2,200 Lunch fee: K3-Grade 12 RMB 35 per day; Curriculum description: English, math, Primary teaching language(s): English, Nursery, K1, and K2 RMB 40 per day socials, and science based on American Chinese Boarding program? Yes (Grade 7 and Common Core standards. Chinese and Chinese Other elective language(s): No above) mathematics based on Chinese National After-school activities: Cooking, arts Nurse/doctor available? Yes Curriculum. Cambridge International School. and crafts, calligraphy, Chinese water color Age range: 2-18 painting, chess, soccer, basketball, violin, SIBSedu Grades offered: Kindergarten to high school piano, swimming, poetry, Lego, paper-folding, www.sibs.com.cn Number of students: 600 taekwondo, guitar, choir, dance, and more. Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Scholarships offered? Yes No. 15, Gucheng, Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Extra help offered? ESL, CSL, additional Huosha Lu, Houshayu, Nationality of students: Over 18 tutoring support also available Shunyi District顺义区后 nationalities and territories represented Total area (in sqm): 40,000 沙峪火沙路古城15号 Class size (average): 16-20 Facilities: Multi-functional classrooms, General inquiries: 8049 0307, Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 open library, soccer field, basketball court, Kindergarten: 8049 2460, Tuition and other fees (2018-2019 playground, auditorium, art room and Chinese [email protected] academic year): calligraphy room, music room, multi-media

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Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College 天津茱莉亚学院大学预科部

he Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College offers a comprehensive conservatory-style Saturday music program for students ages 8-18 who exhibit the talent, potential, and ambition to pursue serious music study at the college level in China or abroad. Pre-College students are mentored by an international roster of outstanding faculty, many of whom are also faculty for the Tianjin Juilliard Graduate Studies Tprogram. The faculty will serve as teachers, role models, and mentors guiding students as they develop technical proficiency while fostering creativity and intellectual curiosity. Classes are taught mainly in English and student schedules are highly individualized and tailored to their specific level of development. Pre-College students are also given ample performance opportunities in various concerts. The fundamental mission of The Tianjin Juilliard School is to educate new generations of musicians who can take the educational values they will acquire and bring those to the artistic life of China, East Asia, and the world. A Juilliard education empowers students to discover their full potential as musicians, curious intellectuals, responsible global citizens, and leaders of their generation. The Tianjin Juilliard School is authorized by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, the Tianjin Municipal Government (the Tianjin Conservatory of Music Juilliard Graduate School is the China-foreign joint institution of The Tianjin Juilliard School’s graduate degree programs), and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (USA). It is the only overseas branch of The Juilliard School in New York.

Founding date: 2019.9 that includes weekly private lessons, chamber academic year): School type: Conservatory-style Saturday music, studio class, music theory, ear • Tuition: RMB 92,000 Pre-College training, chorus, English for Musical • Application fee: RMB 770 School hours: 8:30am-7pm on Saturdays Purposes, string orchestra, wind ensemble, Primary teaching language: English from September through May and piano performance forum, as well as Scholarships offered? Need-based Financial Ministry of Education accredited? The elective courses. Students are given ample aid available Tianjin Juilliard School is authorized by opportunities to perform in solo, chamber, Total area (in sqm): 45,000 the Ministry of Education of the People’s and orchestral concerts. Facilities: Concert hall, recital hall, black Republic of China, the Tianjin Municipal Areas of study: Piano, violin, viola, cello, box theater, rehearsal halls, practice rooms, Government (the Tianjin Conservatory double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, teaching studios, library, instruments, all of Music Juilliard Graduate School is the horn, trumpet, trombone, harp, percussion, Steinway piano school China-foreign joint institution of The Tianjin and composition. Boarding program? No Juilliard School’s graduate degree programs) Age range: 8-18 years old and the Middle States Commission on Number of students: The total enrollment Higher Education (USA). The Pre-College is number will be 225-250 天津茱莉亚学院 a non-degree granting Saturday program. Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes www.tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn The Graduate Studies program of The Local Chinese students accepted? Yes Tianjin Juilliard School is accredited by the Nationality of students: Chinese, American, 2946 Xinhua Road Ministry of Education and offers a Master of Canadian, Australian, Japanese Binhai New Area, Music degree from The Juilliard School in Class size (maximum): Varies from 1:1 for Tianjin. 天津滨海新区 New York. private lessons; 12 for classroom activities; 新华路2946号 Curriculum description: Tianjin Juilliard 40+ for large ensembles 022 2576 4890, Pre-College offers a comprehensive Teacher-student ratio: Varies [email protected] conservatory-style curriculum Tuition and other fees (2020-2021

92 PROFILES K-12 Tsinghua International School 清华大学附属中学国际部

singhua International School (THIS) is affiliated with Tsinghua University High School. THIS has assembled a team of highly qualified teachers from around the world and aims to provide an education that merges Western educational standards with Eastern cultural perspectives. Hence, Tsinghua International School fosters creative critical thinkers who are rooted in China and prepared to lead in the Tglobal community. THIS is a community of joyful learners – students, families, teachers, and staff members – founded on, committed to, and united by our five core values – collaboration, engagement, discovery, cultural diversity, and the Tsinghua Spirit.

Founding date: 2009 as a foreign language, as well as French and looking, world-class educational environment. School type: International school Spanish The teaching building received a LEED gold School hours: 8am-3.15pm After-school activities: THIS offers over medal certification from the Green Building Ministry of Education accredited? Yes 100 after-school activities to enrich student’s Council in the United States. The building Curriculum description: THIS follows a lives, with teacher-sponsored clubs and sports, adopts ground source heat-pump heating standards-based curriculum, drawing on the student-organized activities, and programs and cooling, a fresh air system, and central American Common Core, Next Generation hosted by third-party providers. A variety of air conditioning. Various education and Science Standards, and National Council athletic, artistic, academic extension, and teaching facilities were designed to provide a for the Social Sciences along with Chinese service activities include basketball, soccer, rich abundance of opportunities in harmony National Curriculum in Chinese language badminton, baseball, T-Ball, volleyball, ping- with each other, guaranteeing an environment classes. Advanced Placement courses are pong, art, Studio 35, speech and debate, MUN, perfect for the development of top-notch offered in high school. CSC (volunteer), SCINEX, baking, modern talents with a global vision. Age range: 6–18 and traditional dance, Quizbowl, Comics and Lunch: Chinese, Western, Vegetarian, and Grades offered: 1-12 Illustration, band, choir, and more. halal options Number of students: 600+ Scholarships offered? No Boarding program? Yes, accommodation is Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes Extra help offered? ESL support program applicable to students from Grade 6 and above Local Chinese students accepted? No for Grades 1-10 (Daoxiang Lake campus) Nationality of students: US, Canada, UK, Total area (in sqm): 160,000 Nurse/doctor available? Yes Australia, New Zealand, and more Facilities: The campus covers an area Class size (average): 24 (not counting of 145 mu (24 acres), including teaching faculty children) buildings, early education centre, two indoor 清华附中国际部 Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 gymnasiums, swimming pool, playground www.this.edu.cn Tuition and other fees (2020-2021): with a standard 400 meter track and football Primary: RMB 160,000 field, multiple libraries, auditorium, three Daoxiang Lake Secondary: RMB 173,000 student canteens, a staff canteen, coffee campus: Ningcui High School: RMB 185,000 shop, two student dormitory buildings, and Road, Haidian District; Boarding fee: RMB 40,000 per year one faculty apartment building. The facilities TUHS Campus: North St. Zhongguancun, (Daoxiang Lake campus) for the Daoxiang Lake campus were designed Haidian District Primary teaching language(s): English by US architectural design firm Perkins 151 1696 7872, 151 1696 7853, Other elective language(s): THIS teaches Eastman, according to American advanced [email protected] both Chinese for native speakers and Chinese construction standards to form a forward-

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Tsinghua University High School International - Chaoyang 清华附中国际学校

singhua University High School International (THSI) is genuinely unique – a new innovation growing from the unparalleled traditions of Tsinghua University, China’s peerless intellectual engine for over a century. Located in Chaoyang District at the National Tennis Center in Olympic Forest Park, THSI advances a rich history of educational excellence with our sister schools under the Tsinghua University T“umbrella”. THSI is an international school serving grades 1-12 for students who plan to attend universities all over the world. With academic excellence as our standard, we aim to build a delightful, natural environment and atmosphere for learning, offering students innovative opportunities to learn from the classroom and step out into the world with knowledge and confidence.

Founding date: 2015 distance, and location. multifunction art rooms, 2 multifunction music School type: Local private school • Other fees: Additional fees apply if you rooms, 3 science labs, 1 student cafeteria, 1 School hours: 8am-4:30pm choose to participate in optional activities such cafe, 6 outdoor tennis courts, 5 basketball Ministry of Education accredited? Yes as summer camps, winter camps, weekend courts, and 1 standard playground with Curriculum description: Bilingual, US, AP camps, etc. running track. Age range: 6-18 Primary teaching language(s): English, Lunch: Chinese and Western food Grades offered: Grades 1-12 Chinese Lunch fee: Grades 1-5: RMB 7,000-8,000, Number of students: 500 Other elective language(s): N/A includes breakfast, lunch, and morning/ Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes After-school activities: A standardized, afternoon snacks. Grades 6-12: recharge the Local Chinese students accepted? Yes comprehensive, and integrated extra and meal card. Nationality of students: All Nationalities co-curricular program is offered, fostering a Boarding program? No Accepted smooth transition from primary to middle to Nurse/doctor available? Full-time doctors Class size (average): 20-25 high school and nurses on campus during all school hours Teacher-student ratio: 1:5 Scholarships offered? Scholarships for Tuition and other fees for one academic grades 9 and above year (2021-2022 academic year): Extra help offered? N/A www.thsi.edu.cn • Primary school: (Grades 1-5) RMB 170,000 Total area (in sqm): 40,000 • Middle school: (Grades 6-8) RMB 190,000 Facilities: Built to a world-class standard, National Tennis • High school: (Grades 9-12) RMB 200,000 the school is equipped with various Center, 2 Lincui Rd, • ITA (International Tennis Academy): advanced teaching facilities and resources, Chaoyang District 北京 RMB 225,000-320,000, depending on the including 28 well-equipped, multi-media 市朝阳区林萃路2号国家网球中心 grade and level of tennis. classrooms with special projectors and • Uniform: RMB 2,200 writing devices, and Smart Boards with 84370668- 8022/8101/8088, • Bus: The school bus fee varies between RMB wireless internet connectivity, 2 libraries with [email protected] 800-2000 per month depending on the route, combined collections of over 14,000 books, 2

94 PROFILES K-12 Yew Chung International School of Beijing 北京耀中国际学校

ew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing) is an international school with a variety of curricula drawn from the best elements of both Eastern and Western education. Its Early Childhood Education (Kindergarten) and Primary sections follow the National Curriculum for England (NCE) alongside a researched-based Chinese Language and Culture Program. Kindergarten and Primary classrooms Yincorporate a Co-Teaching Model with one Western and one Chinese teacher to create a fully immersed bilingual environment. Secondary School students follow Key Stage 3 of the UK National Curriculum, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). All year level sections also incorporate an innovative Learning Community model, teaching children collaboration, soft skills and creativity, and preparing students for the challenges of an unknown future. YCIS Beijing is accredited by CIS and is part of the East Asia Regional Council of Schools and the Association of China and Mongolia International Schools.

Founding date: August 1995 RMB 297,000 Total area (in sqm): 15,850 School type: International school • Application fee: RMB 2,500 Facilities: Open-plan purpose-built Learning School hours: 8am-3.15pm • Placement deposit: RMB 20,000 (refundable) Communities, Interactive SmartBoards, Ministry of Education accredited? Yes • Sibling discount: 15 percent (second child) Primary and Secondary School libraries, Curriculum description: Enhanced English 25 percent (third child or more) Auditorium, access to Olympic-sized swimming National Curriculum, IGCSE, IBDP • Uniform: available for purchase pool, access to Honglingjin Park for outdoor Age range: 2-18 • Bus: RMB 13,000 – RMB 16,500 (dependent activities and athletics, Mac computer labs, Grades offered: International K-12 on distance) fully equipped design and technology studio, Number of students: 822 Primary teaching language(s): English recording studio, music room, Student Cafe, Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes and Chinese cafeteria, rooftop golf course, indoor and Local Chinese students accepted? No Other elective language(s): We offer outdoor playgrounds, gymnasium, parent Nationality of students: 41 Nationalities additional language study for interested room, art rooms, dance studio, and internal including Australia, Canada, Germany, India, students as afterschool activities depending PM 2.5 fresh-air systems to filter the air Ireland, Italy, Korea, Spain, UK, US on availability. of classrooms, offices, and corridors, and Class size (average): 16-24 After-school activities: Available secondary pollution-proof windows and doors installed Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 (kindergarten), and primary CCAs: Robotics Club, photography, throughout the campus. 1:12 (primary), 1:7 (secondary), 1:7 (tutor visual arts, music and performing arts, Lunch: School cafeteria with catering by groups) 1:20 (class) model UN, Inter-school Sports Competition Chartwells. Vegetarian and vegan options Tuition and other fees (2020-2021 (ACAMIS), Roots and Shoots, kickboxing, available. academic year): Chinese Speech and Debate, Radio FM Boarding program? No • K2 – Kindergarten (half day): RMB 104,000 (English and Chinese), Chinese Calligraphy, Nurse/doctor available? Yes • K2 – Kindergarten (full day): RMB 173,000 Baking Club, Coding Club • K3 – Kindergarten (full day): RMB 207,000 Scholarships offered? Yes. Overall • K4 – Kindergarten (full day): RMB 211,000 Achievement Scholarship, Language and YCISBeijing • Year 1-2 – Primary: RMB 251,000 Literature Scholarship, Music and Performing www.ycis-bj.com • Years 3, 4, 5 & 6 – Primary: RMB 256,000 Arts Scholarship, and Sports Scholarship • Years 7, 8 & 9 – Lower Secondary: Extra help offered? English as an Additional East gate of RMB 277,000 Language (EAL), Chinese as an Additional Honglingjin Park, 5 • Years 10 & 11 – Upper Secondary IGCSE: Language (CAL), Student Support Services Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang District RMB 293,000 (including Differentiated Learning for Gifted 朝阳区后八里庄5号红领巾公园东门 • Year 10-11 – Upper Secondary IGCSE: and Talented Students, Student Learning 8585 1836, [email protected] RMB 293,000 Support, School Counsellor, dedicated • Years 12 & 13 – Upper Secondary IB: University Guidance Counsellor

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Western Academy of Beijing 北京京西学校

estern Academy of Beijing (WAB) is well-known around the globe as a leader in innovative learning and teaching. Serving Early Years to Grade 12 students from 51 different countries, WAB offers a rigorous, innovative approach to learning through the full suite of International Baccalaureate programs, as well as bespoke pathways to graduation recognized by universities worldwide. WThe WAB campus features six clean-air school building, as well as world-class athletics and arts facilities, all of which are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and materials. With a focus on empowering students to make a positive impact in their global community, WAB is inclusive and lives its mission to Connect, Inspire, Challenge: Make a Difference.

Founding date: 1994 Class size (average): 14 (Early Years), 22 Total area (in sqm): 99,900 School type: International school (elementary to high school) Facilities: All six school buildings are School hours: 8.30am-3.20pm Teacher-student ratio: 1:8 equipped with air filtration systems that keep Ministry of Education accredited? Yes Scholarships offered? No the daily average AQI at 1. WAB has four Curriculum description: WAB is a leader Tuition and other fees: exclusive buildings for each school section – of international education around the globe • Early Years (3 years old, half day): Early Childhood Center, Elementary, Middle, and has been recognized internationally for RMB 126,300 High School – and the HUB Sports, Arts, its communitywide initiative for innovation, • Early Years (3/4 years old, full day): and Technology Center is a shared resource The Future of Learning at WAB. The school RMB 212,500 for Middle and High School students. Each is known worldwide for its delivery of the • Junior and Senior Grade 1: RMB 252,800 school section has a well-equipped library. International Baccalaureate programs from • Grade 2–5: RMB 271,100 Students have access to a rock-climbing wall, Early Years through High School students, • Grade 6–8: RMB 287,500 air-supported dome, indoor pool, several including the Primary Years Programme, • Grade 9–10: RMB 316,600 theaters, music studios, 3 gymnasiums, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma • Grade 11–12: RMB 324,800 outdoor sports courts, FIFA/IRB certified Programme. The Early Years curriculum is • Transportation, PE Kits, after-school activities sports field, fitness center, on-campus lake, based on the Reggio Emilia approach to included in tuition and 7 unique dining spots/cafes. learning. The Swiss curriculum is available Primary teaching language(s): English Lunch: Students purchase snacks and meals to students in WAB and offers a rigorous, Other elective language(s): German, with a prepaid SmartCard. A range of Western, innovative, approach to learning, as well Danish, Dutch, French, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese, and vegetarian meal options are as a wide variety of flexible pathways to Japanese, Chinese available. graduation, in which individual students After-school activities: WAB offers more Lunch fee: RMB 31-40 can work with their parents, teachers, and than 400 after school activities through its Boarding program? No counselors to create a program that fits their dedicated WABX Department. Extensive Nurse/doctor available? Yes specific learning needs and are recognized by athletic, artistic, academic and service universities worldwide. activities are available to all students for free. Age range: 3-18 Those include volleyball, soccer, badminton, WAB_Chat Grades offered: Early Years-Grade 12 rugby, soccer, baseball, choir, band, Chinese www.wab.edu Number of students: 1,350 culture, literature, art, photography, speech Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes and debate, global citizen projects, and more. 10 Laiguangying Local Chinese students accepted? No Scholarships offered? No Donglu, Chaoyang Nationality of students: US, Greater China, Extra help offered? EAL, Learning Support District 朝阳区来广营东路10号 Canada, Republic of Korea, Australia, and 47 and Mother Tongue Language Support 5986 5588, [email protected] more available

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DIRECTORIES COVID-19 PROTOCOLS CHECKLIST What to Ask a School About Safety by Cindy Marie Jenkins

As if touring schools wasn’t stressful enough, now we need to consider what Covid-19 protocols are in place. Although most requirements are mandated by the Education Commission in each school’s district, it’s good to understand what you’re getting into as a parent. Hopefully, this won’t be a concern in the near future, but better to be prepared. Decide from the list below what matters to you and your family, and bring it up in your conversations!

Are parents allowed onto campus? What is the How do students eat lunch? process? How often is the cafeteria cleaned? Between lunch ses- Do students wear masks all day? At lunch? What sions? is the process if a student will not wear a mask? How often are classrooms cleaned? How often do students needs to get nucleic acid testing? How are students kept socially distanced in the classroom? What temperature is too high at your school? How are students kept socially distanced on the play- What is the process if a child shows a high tem- ground? perature or other potential signs of Covid-19? Who is in charge of the enforcing of rules? What happens when a child is sick with a cold or other illness that is not Covid-related? Are children allowed to leave Beijing (these rules change as needed)? What is the process for children to take the bus? If parents or other household members need to leave What precautions are taken when children enter Beijing for work, how does that affect attendance of school? the school? What is vaccination policy for teachers and staff? o Temperatures taken? What happens if a student at the school is found to be o Sanitizer? positive?

o Disinfecting? What are the communication channels used in the case of emergency at the school?

101 DIRECTORIES The Parents’ Guide To Open House Visits Navigating Your Way Around Beijing’s International Schools by Mina Yan

hoosing the perfect school for your child is no simple feat, and Beijing has no shortage of international schools. But before you’re overwhelmed by the gorgeous campuses, high-tech classrooms, and dedicated teachers, keep in mind who you’re really there for - your child. Choosing the right school doesn’t mean finding the most expensive, the largest, or the most high-tech. The “best” international school in Beijing isC the one that fits your child’s needs and interests. At every open house you’ll be introduced to the facilities and beliefs of the school. But be prepared – don’t just listen to what the schools have to say. Talk to parents whose children attend the school as well, and ask the questions that will give insight into where the school really stands.

Educational Philosophy

Are they hands-on or do they promote exploratory independent learning? What’s the approach that their teachers take? Is it more traditional where the teachers lecture, or do they encourage students to be immersed in the learning process?

Extracurricular Activities

Don’t just focus on the academics. Look into what extracurriculars are offered at the school. If your child already has their own interests, inquire about those and see how well they’re supported at the school. If they’ve yet to discover their extracurricular passions, does the school offer a wide variety for them to explore?

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The “Typical Student”

While there’s nothing wrong with a school that highlights specific students who’ve gone to accomplish extraordinary achievements, not every student will be as accomplished. Find out what their “typical student” is like in terms of test scores, extracurriculars, and leadership roles. Evaluate the student body as a whole, rather than the few shining stars.

Does your kid like the school?

While this seems like a no-brainer, it’s necessary to remind yourself that ultimately, you’re looking for a school for your child. They’re the ones who’ll be spending time there and building their lives around that school. While your opinion as a parent is important, so is theirs.

Ask questions

Don’t be afraid to put the school admissions staff on the spot. That’s what they’re there for. Ask the questions that really concern you. What measures are the schools taking to ensure that their student’s mental health is treated as importantly as their academic achievements? What’s their policy on bullying? Make your own list and also take our Covid-19 Protocols checklist with you.

Talk to the community

Don’t underestimate the power of the Beijing community. Teachers and parents or current students are one of your greatest resource when you want to find the inside scoop on a school.

Use us as a resource! Connect with us on WeChat: bjkids or email [email protected] and ask us what you need to know! PHOTOS: UNSPLASH PHOTOS:

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TAKE A TOUR OF YOUR TOP SCHOOLS – Virtually! Potential Parents Can Now View Schools From Their Living Room by Cindy Marie Jenkins

Among the many adjustments schools made in 2020 so they could Of course, with any media that is planned, filmed, and edited, the continue to function, some admissions and marketing officers created director only shows you what they want you to virtual school tours for parents. In a normal year, you would contact see. Don’t be afraid to ask for more information on the admissions department and schedule a time to tour the campus. a classroom or a common area and request more But with so many prospective families outside of the country, and with photos or explanations if needed. strict pandemic protocols that don’t allow visitors to enter the campus For live links and updates, visit www.beijing- in place, pivoting to virtual school tours makes good sense. kids.com or scan the QR code.

Beanstalk International Bilingual School (BIBS) Harrow Beijing HD Beijing School

BIBS Shunyi BIBS Changying BIBS Upper East Side BIBS Haidian

Yew Chung British School of Western Academy Beijing World Dulwich College International School Beijing (BSB) Shunyi of Beijing (WAB) Youth Academy Beijing (DCB) (YCIS Beijing):

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