Beijing Haidian International School is the first international boarding school in Haidian District and was derived from the international department of Beijing Haidian Foreign Language Shi Yan School’s elementary school, junior high, and senior high, which has 15 years of history. The school now consists of an elementary, a junior high, and a senior high; American branch schools; overseas language training sites; an International Sports College, and more. The fusion of American and Chinese curricula offers students a versatile education, allowing them to graduate with diplomas from both Chinese and American high schools. The school aims to cultivate international talent and global citizens with broad perspectives, knowledge, morals, and a solid foundation in Chinese culture.
Founding date: 2013
Age range: 6-18
Grades offered: Grades 1-12
School type: International boarding school
Total area: 100,000sqm (including school grounds)
Number of students: Over 600
Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education? Yes
Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes
Local Chinese students accepted? Yes
Tuition fees (2015-2016 academic year):
• Tuition fees: RMB 126,000-150,000 (study abroad costs extra)
• Accommodation: RMB 4,000-6,000
• Uniform and dorm supplies (e.g. bedding): RMB 7,950 (elementary school), RMB 4,250 (secondary school)
• Book and materials: RMB 3,600 (elementary school), RMB 3,000 (secondary school)
• International Sports College: Tennis training costs RMB 58,000 (elementary school) or RMB 78,000 (secondary school) while golf training costs RMB 68,000 (elementary school) or RMB 118,000 (secondary school). Graduating students have a chance to get scholarships from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
• Lunch fee: RMB 8,900-12,400 per year
Lunch offered: Organic, Chinese, western and vegetarian options with a focus on health, hygiene, and nutrition.
Nationality of students: China, US, Canada, Australia, UK, Germany
Primary teaching language(s): English and Chinese
Other languages taught: Japanese and German
Average class size: 25-30
Average teacher/student ratio: 1:5
School hours: 8am-4.35pm
After-school activities: In the “2+2” project, all primary school students must master two sports and two arts subjects. Piano and swimming are compulsory for graduation. In the “2+1” project, all secondary students must master two sports and one art subject while they’re in junior high school. Electives include astronomy, badminton, basketball, calligraphy, fencing, soccer, golf, home economics, orchestra, painting, pottery-making, robotics, science and technology, and more.
Special needs programs offered? Yes
Extra help offered? Yes, personalized counseling available
Scholarships offered? Yes
School facilities: Two hundred and sixty classrooms (including computer, art, physics, chemistry, music, and more), international-standard 400m track and field track, soccer field, 18 basketball courts, baseball field, gymnasium, swimming pool, driving range, concert halls, nine multi-purpose lecture halls, 180 piano rooms, observatory, library, school zoo, and more
School nurse or doctor available? Yes, four doctors and five nurses employed full-time
Contact: 368-2 Hanhe Lu, Haidian District (8846 7301, bjhdis@163.com) www.bjhdis.com 海淀区旱河路368-2号
Word from a Parent:
“My son Li Zihe is now in Grade 2 at Beijing Haidian International School. I consider it a great honor for him to study here. Over the past year, Zihe has improved in all aspects of development. We consider happiness, independence, good studying and lifestyle habits, a broad vision, and an open mind are the most important aspects for growth in any child in primary school. Thanks to the school and all his teachers, we can see the transformation of Zihe from a boy to a real little man.”
– Li Wenlong (China), father of Li Zihe (age 7)
