With over 80 international schools in attendance, educational forums given by both parents and experts, activities for bourgeoning student entrepreneurs, and much much more, the Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) 2020 is something you can’t miss this coming October 24-25 at Beijing Renaissance Capital Hotel.
Amongst the schools that will be at this year’s JISE is Daystar Academy 启明星双语学校. Founded in 2002, Daystar Academy is a dual-curriculum, K-12 bilingual immersion school. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Daystar is authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Daystar has a long tradition of developing strong characters with our students being deeply immersed in both Chinese and Western cultures.
What Makes Daystar Academy Unique?
“Daystar Academy is a spectacular school! Daystar Academy is a place of unity, respect, and caring. It is like a family. Everyone encourages me to be my best self.” – Grade 7 student Elizabeth Asiedu
“After joining Daystar, my child is becoming more and more confident and open-minded. I’m really happy to witness these changes.” – Mother of Bailey, Grade 5 student
“Students feel a stronger sense of security and belonging at Daystar, so that they are more confident to study and explore the future. “ – Carrie Liu, Chinese Literature Teacher, Secondary School
Founding date: Beigao Campus: 2002, Sanlitun Campus: 2017, Quanfa Campus: 2020
School type: Bilingual
School hours: 8.10am-3.40pm
Ministry of Education accredited? Yes
Curriculum description: The Early Learning Center provides Montessori, Reggio Emilia-inspired, German Immersion, and inquiry-based Pre-K and Kindergarten programs available to choose from. Daystar’s elementary students engage in an inquiry-based approach to exploring the US Common Core standards for English and the Chinese National Curriculum (CNC) for Chinese language arts and math. The Beigao campus is also an accredited IB PYP school. Secondary School students explore the majority of IB MYP content – including Mathematics, Science, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, and Design Technology – through English. Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese Individuals and Societies, and Character Education are taught in Chinese and follow the CNC standards.
Age range: Beigao Campus: 6-16 (eventually to 18 years old), Sanlitun Campus: 6-10
Grades offered: Beigao Campus: Grade 1 to secondary school (up until Grade 10 currently, adding a grade every year to Grade 12). Sanlitun Campus: Grades 1–5, Quanfa Campus: Grades 3–5
Number of students: Beigao Campus: 630+, Sanlitun Campus: 230+, Quanfa Campus: 150+
Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes
Local Chinese students accepted? Yes
Nationality of students: 20 nationalities
Class size (average): 20-22 (Early Learning Center), 20-22 (lEementary), 18-22 (Middle School), 18-22 (High School)
Teacher-student ratio: 1:6 (Early Learning Center), 1:6 (Elementary), 1:5 (Middle School), 1:4 (High School)
Tuition and other fees (2019-2020 academic year):
• Application: RMB 2,000 (non-refundable)
• Early Learning Center: RMB 190,000
• Elementary: RMB 210,000
• Secondary: RMB 220,000
Others:
• Uniform: RMB 1,200 – RMB 1,500
• School bus: RMB 12,000-19,500 per year (optional)
Primary teaching language(s): English and Chinese
Other elective language(s): N/A
Scholarships offered? Yes. Contact admissions for details.
Extra help offered? Student Learning Support, full-time Student Counselor, LEAP Program (Learning English for Academic Proficiency), and the Yu Yue Program for international students who need Chinese language learning support.
After-school activities: Extensive variety of classes offered under the DRAGON program ranging from STEM, to baseball, to Model UN.
Total area (in sqm): Beigao Campus: 40,000, Sanlitun Campus: 4,050, Quanfa Campus: 3300
Facilities: Beigao Campus: Over 40,000 sqm energy-efficient modern campus, indoor gym, full-size sports field, dance studio, music studio, library, science lab, art studio, design lab, tennis court, basketball court, and state-of-the-art air filtration.
Sanlitun Campus: Indoor gym, outdoor sports field, outdoor play equipment, performing arts studio, art studio, library, multi-functional room, and state-of-the-art air filtration.
Quanfa Campus: indoor swimming pool, library, indoor gym and etc.
Lunch fee: RMB 43 per day (optional)
Boarding program? No
Nurse/doctor available? Yes
Come meet the Daystar Academy and more at this year’s JISE. Attendance is free for all prospective parents, family members, and students. It’s the perfect opportunity to really get to know schools on a one-on-one basis before making decisions on your child’s education. Click here to register in advance to attend this year’s JISE.
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Photos: Courtesy of Daystar Academy
