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 out on this coming October 24-25 at Beijing Renaissance Capital Hotel.
Amongst the schools that’ll be at this year’s JISE is Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB). Founded in 2006, 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 School Diploma and the opportunity to complete the full IB Diploma. The current 1,000+ student body represents over 55 nationalities, giving students a truly international environment to grow and develop.
What Makes CISB Unique?
“The international and connected community brings out the uniqueness of CISB. Every school has its own community, but the Bobcat family is truly the foundation of CISB. The community includes students, and for me, fellow classmates who come from all over the world, speak multiple different languages and carry hundreds of astounding stories with them.” – CISB Grade 10 student Rita
“At CISB, children grow in a dynamic and robust community. They gain confidence through actively participating in various programs at school, which lead them to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners.” – Clara Liao, parent of CISB student
“Over the years I have seen students discover the best version of themselves here at CISB. With a close and caring community of teachers, students carve out a path to their passion and purpose. CISB encourages the best part of you to shine, and to see that happen in so many areas of interest and fields and pursuits gives me a great feeling of pride in our community.” – CISB Language Acquisition Department Head Robert Hambrook
Founding date: 2006
School type: International school
School hours: 8.15am-3.35pm
Ministry of Education accredited? Yes
Curriculum description: Montessori, IB (PYP, MYP, and IBDP), Canadian NB High School Curriculum
Age range: 18 months-18 years
Grades offered: Nursery to Grade 12
Number of students: 1,000+
Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes
Local Chinese students accepted? No
Nationality of students: Over 55 nationalities
Class size (maximum): 25
Teacher-student ratio: Varies by grade
Tuition and other fees (2019-2020 academic year):
• Montessori Nursery: RMB 110,000 (half-day), RMB 157,000 (full-day)
• Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kindergarten (full-day): RMB 181,000
• Grade 1-5: RMB 232,000
• Grade 6-8: RMB 237,000
• Grade 9-10: RMB 278,000
• Grade 11-12: RMB 289,000
• Application fee: RMB 1,800
• Transportation: RMB 11,100-19,700 (round-trip depending on distance)
Primary teaching language(s): English
Other elective language(s): Chinese, French, and Korean
After-school activities: Athletics, music, drama, community service, and more, plus an extensive after-school paid activity program
Scholarships offered? Please check the school website
Extra help offered? In-school English as Additional Language Program (EAL) and after-school tutoring programs
Total area (in sqm): 38,000
Facilities: Ninety classrooms with SmartBoard technology, VR room, two libraries, science laboratories, makerspace, design lab, fine arts studios, music labs, 350-seat lecture theater, 500-seat auditorium, three gymnasiums, 25m swimming pool plus wading pool, athletic field, dance studio, full-service cafeteria, demo cooking zone, supervised outdoor playground, outdoor learning space, medical and dental clinic
Lunch: Asian and Western set menus
Lunch fee: Elementary: RMB 28, Middle/high school: RMB 35
Boarding program? No
Nurse/doctor available? Yes
Come meet the CISB 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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Images: Canadian International School of Beijing
