In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo happening today and tomorrow, we will be highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from our newly released 2015-2016 beijingkids School Choice Guide.
The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten was the first Montessori kindergarten in Beijing. It opened its doors at the China World Trade Center in 1992 and today caters to more than 350 children. There are currently three international campuses and one bilingual campus in Beijing. All employ dedicated staff with the aim to achieve love, growth and peace amongst our future generations. The school’s philosophy is based on the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, and the kindergarten is dedicated to allowing each of its children to develop themselves. It encourages self-motivation and independent learning so that each child will solve problems, define what is important to them, assume responsibilities and continue to learn and grow. The Children’s House’s aim is to develop a love of learning and a thirst for knowledge that will stay with children for life.
Founding date: 1992
Age range: 1-6
Grades offered: Kindergarten, nursery, and reception
School type: International Montessori kindergarten (China World, Lufthansa and Yosemite Campuses) and local bilingual Montessori kindergarten (Yayunxinxin Gardens)
Total area: 590sqm (China World Campus), 325sqm (Kempinski Campus), 360 sqm; (Yosemite Campus), 2,700 sqm (Yayunxinxin Gardens Campus)
Number of students: 350
Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education? Yes
Foreign passport holders accepted? Yes
Local Chinese students accepted? Yes, at the bilingual campus
Tuition fees (2015-2016 academic year):
• Application fee: RMB 2,500
• Nursery/pre-primary (ages 1-3): RMB 87,000 (morning only), RMB 100,000 (half-day), RMB 134,000 (full day)
• Primary (ages 3-4.5): RMB 116,000 (half-day), RMB 144,000 (full day)
• Bilingual Primary (Yosemite and Kempinsky campuses only): RMB 85,000 (half-day), RMB 122,000 (full day)
• Reception (ages 4.5-6): RMB 148,000
• Bilingual Reception: RMB 136,000
• Uniforms: Approximately RMB 400 per set
• Lunch fee: RMB 12,000 per year
Lunch offered: Mix of Western and Chinese food with vegetarian, vegan, kosher, halal options, and support for food allergies
Nationality of students: US, UK, Germany, Australia, Malaysia, and more
Primary teaching language: English
Other languages taught: Chinese
Average teacher/student ratio: 1:3 (nursery), 1:8 (primary)
School hours: 8.30-11.20am (morning session), 8.30am-1pm (half-day), 8.30am-3.20pm (full day)
After-school activities: Music and movement, keyboard, ballet, kung fu, hip hop, cooking, circle sharing (English and Chinese), game club, board games, arts and crafts, and drawing
Extra help offered: ESL after-school activities
School facilities: Fully-equipped Montessori classrooms, playgrounds, children’s kitchen, access to ice skating rink, swimming pool, and ballet room
School nurse or doctor available? Yes, consulting school doctor available
Contact: 6535 8129 (China World Campus), 6465 1305 (Lufthansa Campus), 8041 7083 (Yosemite Campus), 5202 0293 (Yayunxinxin) www.montessoribeijing.com
Word from a Parent:
“When looking for a kindergarten, I wanted a place that was warm, safe, and caring. I was always impressed by how passionate the teachers were about Montessori and how well they knew my children. They were supported by a great administrative staff and a wonderful principal. I loved watching my children develop self-confidence and independence through their experiences at the school.”
– Meaghan Amor (Australia), mother of Children’s House alumni George (10), Oliver (8), and Indigo (5)
