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Beijing National Day School (北京市十一学校) is in Haidian District — main campus at No.66 Yuquan Road (玉泉路66号) with a second (north) campus at Huan Guyuan Road, Sujiatuo (苏家坨镇环谷园路8号). The site lists both addresses and the school's main contact details.
The school is a complete secondary school offering junior- and senior-secondary education (middle and high school) across two campuses. Its international department (the International Course section) runs upper‑secondary international programmes (A‑Level, AP, IB).
北京市十一学校 is a public, co‑educational school (the site describes its founding history and later return to public status). The international department operates within the same school and delivers international curricula for senior grades.
The school describes a diversified curriculum that includes layered, categorized, comprehensive and "special‑needs/particular‑need" (特需) components and says it uses multi‑modal, individualized implementation strategies. For concrete details on assessment, in‑school support staff or formal SEN provision you should contact the international department directly as the public pages give only a high‑level description.
The school is a Chinese (Beijing municipal) public school; it does not have an affiliation to another country, though its international department delivers foreign curricula (A‑Level, AP, IB).
There is no indication of any religious affiliation on the school's official materials; the school's history and public profile present it as a secular state school.
Beijing public middle and high schools generally begin no earlier than about 08:00 for secondary students and typically include a midday lunch/break of around one hour; exact daily timetables vary by school and season. The school's public pages do not publish a specific daily timetable for the international department, so confirm exact start/end times, recess and any supervised study or evening sessions with the school.
The school's website posts procurement/vehicle notices (e.g., vehicle‑rental/vehicle procurement announcements), which indicates arrangements are made for vehicle services, but the site does not publish an explicit, public route/timetable for a student bus service. For routes, operators, pickup points, costs and eligibility for international‑department students, contact the school's admissions or logistics office; they can provide current routes and provider details.
Beijing 11th School is a public school. It originated as the Central Military Commission's children school and was established in 1952. It returned to public status in 2009 and was approved as a Beijing Comprehensive Education Reform Experimental School in 2010. The school's Party organization was recognized as a national and Beijing advanced grassroots party organization in 2011.
Beijing National Day School's International Department offers three international pathways—A‑Level, AP and the IBDP—operating alongside the school's Chinese national curriculum.
The A‑Level route is delivered as a one‑year foundation plus a two‑year core (a three‑year international sequence); students sit Cambridge (CAIE) examinations and may choose from subjects such as English language and literature, mathematics and further mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, economics, business, modern languages and arts.
The AP pathway runs across upper‑secondary years, offering a wide range of AP and preparatory courses in languages, mathematics, sciences, social sciences and the arts; BNDS also notes a partnership that allows eligible AP students to earn both the BNDS high‑school diploma and a US partner school diploma.
The IBDP is offered as the two‑year Diploma Programme for students aged 16–19, with the six IB subject groups (language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics and the arts) plus the core TOK, Extended Essay and CAS.
Across all stages the school maintains its national curriculum framework—integrated, tiered and categorized courses, advanced science projects, language and arts electives, and extensive extracurricular and research‑based learning—so students experience both subject breadth and university preparation regardless of pathway.
BNDS International Department runs a wide range of student-led clubs and cultural activities that the school cites as part of campus life (the site lists 187 student clubs and regular cultural days). The school's news pages describe international Culture Days and student-union–organised events that aim to promote intercultural exchange and peer interaction. BNDS also publishes references to coordinated extra-curricular programming and named staff involved in integrated extra‑curricular activities. The school's student services pages point parents and students to a “Student Growth Centre” and a one‑stop service centre for help and feedback, which the site presents as channels for student support.
The BNDS website describes tiered and diversified curricula and a broad range of student activities but does not publish a clear policy or detailed information about support for students with identified Special Educational Needs (SEN). The school's public pages do not name a specialist SEN unit, list specific categories of SEN supported, or identify specialist SEN staff. Therefore, the school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision.
BNDS's International Department advertises A‑Level, AP and IBDP routes and reports having a significant number of international teachers and multilingual learning facilities. The school's history notes the establishment of a Multi‑language Learning and Exchange Centre in 2020, which supports multilingual activities. However, the website does not publish specific EAL/ESL programmes, dedicated EAL staffing, or entry/assessment procedures for students needing additional English language support; the school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision.
The school's student information pages list on‑campus contacts including a medical room and a one‑stop service centre and reference a Student Growth Centre as part of student services. BNDS publishes examples of cultural and co‑curricular activities that contribute to student engagement and community life (for example cultural days and exhibitions). The website does not, however, set out a named counselling team, an explicit mental‑health policy, or detailed descriptions of regular school counselling programmes, so specific mental‑wellbeing staffing and programmes are not publicly detailed on the site.
BNDS's student pages provide operational contacts relevant to safety, including a published phone number for the school security office (保卫处) and medical room for on‑site incidents. The school is presented as a large public boarding school, which the site describes in its overview pages. The website does not publish a standalone safeguarding or child‑protection policy document or a named child‑protection officer on its public pages, so specific safeguarding policy texts and detailed child‑protection procedures are not publicly available on the site.
1. Initial enquiry and information gathering — Contact the school and read the international-program pages to decide which pathway (A‑Level, AP, or IBDP) you want your child to apply for. Each programme has different course structures and university destinations; the school's international-curriculum pages describe the three tracks and their academic focus. Parents should note the office phone numbers and the school's consultation events (the school posts specific consultation dates and contact numbers on its website).
2. Registration / formal application — When the school opens applications it usually requires formal registration (online or on‑site) and submission of documents such as the student's ID, recent transcripts/grades, and any certificates you want considered. For previous intake years the department published specific formal‑registration dates and an English qualification test window — parents should watch the school website and official WeChat for exact opening and required documents in the current year. Keep originals and scanned copies ready because some steps are handled in person.
3. Eligibility screen and English qualification test — BNDS International typically uses an English qualification check as an early eligibility filter for international programmes; this can be a short written test or an online screening to verify language readiness for AP/A‑Level/IB instruction. Parents should prepare their child for reading, short writing and speaking tasks; also confirm whether an external score (TOEFL/IELTS/SAT/SSAT) can be submitted in lieu of the internal test. The school has in earlier years explicitly referenced an "英语资格性测试" for international admission rounds.
4. Academic review and/or entrance exam — In addition to language screening, the school considers the student's academic record (for domestic applicants, usually the incoming year's 中考 results or equivalent) and may require subject tests or internal exams for academic placement. The international department and admissions notices indicate offers are made after combining academic scores with the department's professional test or interview results; parents should know mid‑year/previous school transcripts and recent exam reports are commonly required. If you have strong subject certificates (competitions, portfolios), upload or bring them to the application so they can be considered.
5. Interview / group activity — Shortlisted applicants typically take part in an interview (one‑to‑one and/or small‑group) to assess communication, motivation and critical thinking; some cohorts have a group English activity component. Parents should ensure the student can speak about academic interests, extracurriculars and why they want that particular international track. The school posts interview schedules and how results will be announced (SMS, WeChat, and official website), so keep contact details current.
6. Offer, deposit and enrolment paperwork — If the student is offered a place the school will publish the steps to accept the place: confirm acceptance within the stated deadline, pay any required deposit/first instalment and complete enrolment paperwork (health form, code of conduct, household registration where applicable). Because BNDS operates its programmes under local education regulation, the school notes that some aspects (timing, required documents, and final registration) follow municipal rules — parents should keep the acceptance deadline and payment instructions to avoid losing a seat.
7. Course placement and class allocation — After enrolment the department assigns students to classes and elective combinations (BNDS uses a course/"走班" system for the international programmes), so new students often receive a provisional timetable and may need to attend orientation and placement tests for specific subjects. Parents should plan logistics for commuting, boarding (if applicable), and any extra pre‑term courses the school recommends. The international curriculum pages explain the three‑year structure and the expectation that students complete required graduation credits alongside the international qualification.
BNDS's official website and recent admissions notices do not publish a standard, public "waitlist" policy for the international department; however, the school's admissions communications and related municipal recruitment notices show that second‑round recruitment or "补录" (additional intake if places remain) has been used in some years. Practically, this means that if you are not offered a place in the first round you should: keep your registration active, maintain phone/WeChat contact with the admissions office, and monitor the school's official announcements (website and the department's WeChat account) for add‑on test or supplementary‑admission dates. If you want to be considered for any vacancies, ask the admissions office whether they keep a ranked waiting list and the precise conditions under which they invite candidates for later rounds — that is the most reliable way to confirm current‑year practice.
The LFIP campus is in the Laiguangying / Languangying area of Chaoyang District, Beijing — address 3 Xinjin Lu, Beijing 100015. It sits just outside the 5th ring road, about 1.5 km from the Airport Expressway and roughly 3.5 km from Cuigezhuang (Line 15) metro station, which makes it accessible by road and serviced school transport.
The school covers the full French curriculum from maternelle through terminale (early years up to ages ~3–18), with the standard primary and secondary divisions (école primaire, collège, lycée) homologated by the French authorities. AEFE records show the establishment teaches from petite section up to Terminale.
LFIP is a co‑educational French international day school and a member of the Agence pour l'Enseignement Français à l'Étranger (AEFE) network. No boarding/internat facilities are indicated on the school's public information; it operates as a day school.
As an AEFE school, LFIP follows the French framework for inclusion and can put in place individual arrangements used in the network (PAI, PAP, PPRE, PPS) and other adapted measures in coordination with families and medical/educational professionals. For specifics about available on‑site services, aides or referral routes at LFIP you should contact the school's admissions or student‑life team.
The school is affiliated with France: it is an AEFE‑listed French international school (Lycée Français International Charles‑de‑Gaulle de Pékin).
The school follows the French public curriculum and has no religious affiliation listed; it is a secular French international school.
The published material on the school site does not list a single universal start/end time for all levels; school hours and timetables typically differ by cycle (maternelle, primaire, secondaire). For exact daily schedules (start time, breaks and lunch), contact the primary or secondary life offices — the school provides direct contact numbers and emails.
LFIP runs a dedicated school transport service covering many areas of the city: the campus information notes around 19 bus lines stopping at over 50 residential points across Beijing. The school publishes a dedicated bus contact and invites families to consult the lines and timetables; route details and booking are handled through the school's transport office. }
The LFIP does not indicate on-site boarding; it functions as a day school.
The site does not publish a separate uniform note in the provided content.
The site references a school life with meals and related services, but specific canteen options or dietary accommodations are not detailed in the content provided.
The content does not describe a house system.
The LFIP is part of the AEFE network, indicating governance within the French international school system.
Lycée Français International Charles de Gaulle de Pékin delivers the French national curriculum from Petite Section (maternelle) through Terminale, with programs homologated by the French Ministry. Maternelle and primaire (PS–GS, CP–CM2) follow the French early‑years and primary programmes and include early language teaching with support for non‑Francophone pupils. Lower secondary (collège, 6ème–3ème) follows the national collège syllabus and culminates in the Diplôme National du Brevet. Upper secondary (Seconde–Première–Terminale) prepares students for the French Baccalauréat; the school also offers international pathways (Section internationale britannique and Section internationale chinoise) that lead to the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI). The campus emphasizes a plurilingual, intercultural approach and uses language placement/positioning tests and tailored support where needed.
The school's “Vie Scolaire” (Student Services) is organised by a Senior Education Advisor (CPE) who coordinates education assistants and oversees student supervision, behaviour follow-up and educational animation. Secondary documentation states the Vie Scolaire works with teachers to address behavioural or academic difficulties and organises leisure time and collective projects. The site lists a wide range of extracurricular activities (sports, music, theatre, arts, web radio) and student bodies (CVL, délégués éco‑responsables) that are presented as ways for pupils to engage and develop social skills. These elements are described on the LFIP secondary and contact pages.
The school's catering page states that students with severe allergies may be covered by a Projet d'Accueil Individualisé (PAI) and that a specific meal can be provided in that case. Beyond this medical accommodation, the LFIP website does not publish a dedicated page describing specialist SEN provision, the range of learning needs supported, named SEN staff or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. For that reason, no further public details about classroom differentiation, specialist therapists or formal SEN programmes are available on the public site.
The school publishes its language pathways: from 6ème pupils study two required modern languages (English and Chinese), may choose additional language options, and may join British or Chinese Section Internationale pathways (leading to DNBI/OIB options). These curricular arrangements show structured English teaching within the school curriculum. However, the LFIP website does not provide a distinct public description of an EAL (English-as-an-additional-language) intervention programme or named EAL specialists for learners needing targeted English support.
The LFIP secondary pages state that students work with teachers and a “psychologue conseillère d'orientation” as part of orientation and personal development activities, indicating access to counselling linked to academic and career guidance. The school's FAQ from the 2020 continuity period also records that psychological support was offered to the community during the distance‑learning phase. Contact listings include a health service (“Santé”) for families to reach the school's medical/health contacts. The website does not, however, publish a separate, detailed mental‑health policy or a public list of full‑time mental‑health staff beyond the mention above.
The LFIP website describes practical safety measures for school transport (video surveillance, particle filtration, geolocation and bus escorts) and states that campus access is by appointment with visitor badges issued at reception. The transport page also refers to a transport regulation available in the parent portal and notes that accompanying staff supervise arrival and handover of younger pupils. The public site does not, however, publish a standalone child‑protection or safeguarding policy page detailing reporting routes, designated safeguarding leads or related procedures, so those documents do not appear to be openly available on the website.
1. Check eligibility and priorities. Before you start the formal application, confirm that your child meets the school's eligibility rules: LFIP admits children from age 3 and gives priority to French nationals and pupils from the AEFE network; the school is also authorized to take non‑Chinese foreign passport holders and residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, while Chinese nationals with long‑term foreign residence permits require additional approval. Parents should therefore check passport and residency status, and confirm whether their situation requires special authorization from the school or the Chaoyang/Beijing education authorities. (See the school's enrollment/conditions page for these rules).
2. Start the online pre‑registration (Eduka). LFIP uses an online pre‑registration platform (Eduka) — begin by completing the online form and uploading the requested documents. Note that the school explicitly states a registration is only considered effective once the first‑time registration fee (droit de première inscription) has been paid; keep proof of payment and the Eduka confirmation e‑mail. Parents should open their Eduka account early (several weeks before deadlines) because incomplete files slow processing.
3. Assemble and submit required documents. Prepare clear scans or copies of passports (child and legal guardians), residence permits (for non‑Chinese residents), last school reports (previous year and current year's first two trimesters when available), birth certificate or family record book, and the child's vaccination record. Non‑resident families should also prepare an employment attestation for Beijing to speed verification when the family arrives in China. Upload the complete dossier to Eduka; missing or incorrectly formatted documents are a common cause of delays.
4. Expect language/placement tests where applicable. From CE2 up to Terminale, new entrants who are not already in the French system must either present the specified DELF/DALF certificate for their year or take the school's positioning tests in French and mathematics; the page lists minimum DELF/DALF levels by grade (for example DELF A2 for CE2, DALF C1 for lycée entrants). If your child is non‑Francophone but you request a pathway (Flesco, international sections), prepare for interviews and placement assessments; the school refers families to Alliance Française for DELF testing logistics. Parents should check the exact DELF level required for the intended entry year and arrange any external tests well ahead of admission deadlines.
5. Maternelle health check: mandatory medical visit. For children entering maternelle, LFIP requires a medical examination before arrival and specifies that the exam must be done at one of two designated hospitals (the school's admissions page names those hospitals). Book that appointment early: in many locations the only accepted medical certificates must come from those hospitals and results are required before the child starts school. Bring vaccination pages and any medical reports (allergies, medication plans) to the medical visit so the report is complete.
6. Review fees, additional costs and payment timing. Tuition rates vary by school level and academic year; in addition to tuition, families commonly pay separate annual or term fees for school meals, transportation and optional services (bus routes, extra‑curricular activities). The school's fees page is the authoritative source for the current annual tuition table, transportation charges and catering rates; remember that the first‑time registration fee must be paid to finalize an inscription. If your employer is covering fees, confirm whether LFIP applies an employer or family rate and check the school's payment schedules and accepted payment methods.
7. Sign the contract and provide arrival documentation. Once the admission offer is made, you will receive an enrollment/contract form to sign; when the family is not yet resident in China you will usually need to provide the Chinese residence permit and the child's passport on arrival. Read the contract terms carefully (refund conditions, withdrawal notice, payment schedule) and keep all receipts; the school notes that registrations are only effective after payment of the required registration fee. If you expect to arrive after school start, notify Admissions in advance to reserve the place and confirm any staging arrangements.
8. Confirm logistics (transport, catering, platforms). After enrollment, complete transport and catering enrollment forms by published deadlines; LFIP publishes separate pages for bus routes and the school canteen with prices and schedules. Parents should also register on the school's parent platforms (Eduka and, for secondary, Pronote) to receive timetables, reports and communications — these systems are used for daily communications and grading. Missing these administrative steps can block access to bus services or lunches, so act promptly after the formal admission.
9. In‑year admissions and transfers. If you are seeking a mid‑year placement, follow the same Eduka procedure but expect the school to examine vacancy by level, language ability, and the child's previous curriculum; placement often depends on available seats and successful positioning tests. Contact Admissions directly for current mid‑year vacancy information and to arrange any required testing or interviews; LFIP's Admissions team handles case‑by‑case decisions. Keep recent school reports and teacher references ready to speed assessment.
10. Follow up and keep records. After submission, track your file status with the Admissions office (phone or e‑mail) and retain copies of all submitted documents, payments, and any correspondence confirming acceptance or outstanding documents. If you have any unusual circumstances (work permit timing, late arrival, medical needs, language support), disclose these early so the school can advise on accommodations or placement options. For immediate questions or to confirm current fees and deadlines, contact the Admissions service by the e‑mail and phone listed on the school contact page.
LFIP does not list its own internal, school‑funded scholarship programme on the public pages; instead the school provides guidance about the official French system of school assistance (bourses scolaires) administered by the Agence pour l'Enseignement Français à l'Étranger (AEFE). French or bi‑national families who meet the AEFE eligibility conditions (French nationality for the child, registration with the Consular register, residency with the family and other criteria) may apply for AEFE means‑tested schooling grants via the French Consulate; these grants are not automatic, are awarded within the AEFE budgetary allocation and must be requested through the Consulate by the published deadlines. The school's bourses page gives the standard eligibility points and lists the Consulate submission process (for example, a past AEFE campaign opened on 17 January 2024 with a fixed deadline in February 2024), so families should check the current campaign calendar and exact documentary requirements with the Consulate and with LFIP's Admissions officer. If you believe you may qualify, contact LFIP Admissions for any school‑specific supporting documents and contact the Consulate to obtain the up‑to‑date application window and required forms.
LFIP's public admissions pages do not publish a formal, public “waitlist” or pool process (there is no detailed ‘liste d'attente' procedure posted). The school operates online pre‑registration via Eduka and states that an inscription becomes effective only once the first‑time registration fee has been paid; in practice this means that priority, eligibility rules (French/AEFE priority) and the timeliness and completeness of a family's file and payment are key factors in securing a place. Because LFIP must also respect local education authority rules (Chaoyang/Beijing) and level capacity, places at popular levels can be limited; for an accurate statement of current availability and any informal waiting procedures you should contact Admissions directly and ask whether they maintain a waiting list for the specific year and grade. For Admissions contact details and how to follow up on a pending application, see the school contact and inscription pages.
The Deutsche Botschaftsschule Peking is located at Liangmaqiao Road 49A, 100125 Beijing, China. It sits in the northeast part of Beijing, within the German diplomatic community area. The school also operates a kindergarten at Tayuan Diplomatic Residence Compound, Xindong Road 1, Chaoyang District, 100600 Beijing.
The institution comprises a kindergarten and a full school that serves grades 1–12. The primary level (grades 1–6) runs a full-day program.
The school is a German international school serving a mixed student body and functions as a day school. There are no boarding facilities advertised.
The school offers learning support and talent development through a dedicated team called 'Team Lernen.' Services include occupational therapy, speech therapy, literacy support (LRS), and special education provisions.
The school is affiliated with Germany and follows the German international-school model, offering the German Abitur.
No religious affiliation is noted.
The primary grades participate in a full-day schedule (Ganztagsschule for grades 1–6). Exact daily start and end times are not published in the available materials.
A flexible school bus service is offered. Routes and arrangements are organized by the school, with bus stops and providers coordinating through DSP.
The school has a canteen on site.
The Deutsche Botschaftsschule Peking follows the German education system from kindergarten through the gymnasiale Oberstufe, culminating in the Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA). Instruction is conducted in German across primary and secondary levels, with English and French taught as foreign languages; English-language instruction is provided in Geography and Politics, and Chinese is taught as the local language from the start, with Chinese - Landessprache als Fremdsprache available from Year 6 as an alternative to French, and from Year 10 also as a new foreign language. The gymnasiale Oberstufe comprises Grades 10–12, with Grades 11 and 12 forming the Qualifikationsphase; the DIA examinations occur in the second half of Grade 12 and are administered by a KMK-appointed examiner. Admission to the Oberstufe requires meeting the German Sekundarstufe I qualifications (in Germany, at a German Auslandsschule or at a European School), with a transfer within the Qualifikationsphase generally not permitted. The school operates a Ganztagsschule for Grades 1–6 and emphasizes Lernunterstützung and Begabungsförderung within a diverse, international community.
Deutsche Botschaftsschule Peking supports social and emotional learning through a formal buddy system called Patengruppen, pairing older students with younger ones for peer support and belonging, with regular Patengruppen events. It positions itself as the center of the German community in Beijing, offering a wide range of clubs and activities to promote social interaction and intercultural understanding. In the primary program, there are more than 80 after-school activities and a broad Ganztagsschule offering that extends learning beyond the classroom. The school hosts a diverse student body from around 20 nationalities, which supports social development and intercultural collaboration. On-site health services, including a school nurse who coordinates care during activities, contribute to student wellbeing within the SEL framework.
Deutsche Botschaftsschule Peking provides Lernunterstützung and Begabungsförderung through a 'Team Lernen' that offers individualized support beyond regular lessons in kindergarten and school. The staff have diagnostic and therapeutic qualifications to identify strengths and weaknesses and provide extensive support options in Ergotherapie (occupational therapy), Logopädie (speech therapy), LRS training, and Sonderpädagogik (special education). Parallel to this, a holistic concept for Begabungsförderung (gifted education) has been developed to support high-potential students. In the primary program, additional DaZ (German as a second language) and LRS training are available to meet diverse learning needs. The school does not publicly disclose whether it is a specialist SEN institution.
English and French are taught at differentiated levels and heavily promoted within the language program. English is taught in the primary grades with two weekly hours in grades 1–2 and three hours in grades 3–4. In secondary, English is delivered in three streams (Mainstream, Advanced, Fluency) to accommodate different starting points and progress. In addition, English-language instruction is provided in Geography and Politics as part of subject-specific language learning. The school emphasizes English proficiency as a key outcome for university study and international careers.
Patengruppen (buddy groups) support social integration and peer support, contributing to student wellbeing within the school culture. The school's community emphasis and diverse, intercultural environment further support mental wellbeing through social belonging. On-site health provisions include a nurse who coordinates care for students during activities and liaises with medical services as needed. The Ganztagsschule program and a broad range of more than 80 after-school activities also bolster structured social engagement and wellbeing beyond academic classes. These elements collectively underpin a supportive environment for students' social and emotional development.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies or procedures.
The school is an excellent German international school that offers all the advantages of the German education system. It provides a broad general education, diverse language skills, and an upbringing toward independence and responsibility. Whether your child's future lies in Germany after school or within an international community, the German International Abitur opens study opportunities worldwide. Whether you stay two years or twelve, the German Embassy School Beijing ensures that your children remain rooted in the German system and can return to a domestic German school at any time. We are specialists in integrating new students from all federal states. The high quality of our teaching, our differentiation offerings, and the intensive supervision enable a successful integration. The school is international, teaching students from 20 nations and promoting encounters with the language and culture of the host country. Language education is a priority; English and French are taught at differentiated levels. We also offer English-language subject instruction in Geography and Politics, employing qualified native speakers to provide authentic foreign-language teaching. Chinese, as the host-country language, plays a significant role and is promoted from primary school with a differentiated course offering. From Year 6, 'Chinese - language of the host country as a foreign language' can be chosen as an alternative to French as a second foreign language, and from Grade 10 it can also be chosen as a newly starting foreign language. Digitalization and new media have transformed the world of knowledge; the school uses an intelligent learning-management system, tablet classes, and a project-oriented media curriculum to pursue new paths in knowledge transfer in a rapidly changing world. The 'Learning Team' provides individualized support beyond classes in kindergarten and school, with staff trained to diagnose and address strengths and weaknesses and offer extensive support in areas such as occupational therapy, speech therapy, dyslexia, and special education, and a comprehensive, holistic concept for talent development has been developed. The school is the center of a vibrant German community, offering clubs and activities that involve students and parents. Two state-of-the-art libraries, a flexible school-bus service, a well-equipped school shop, small groups and classes, and 20 nationalities characterize the school. Abitur provides worldwide access to higher education; 80+ leisure activities; three-time champions at the East Asian Games; all-day schooling for Grades 1-6; professional study and career counseling. Contact: Deutsche Botschaftsschule Peking, Liangmaqiao Lu 49A, 100125 Beijing, PR China; dspeking.cn; info at dspeking.cn; +86 10 8531 6100. The page was last updated on June 23, 2025.
SMIC Private School's campuses are in southeast Beijing, in the Yizhuang Beijing Economic‑Technological Development Area (BDA). The main campus address is No.9 Liangshuihe 2nd Street, BDA, Beijing (postcode 100176). Yizhuang is Beijing's largest hi‑tech development zone with good road connections to the city and housing clusters for tech companies.
The English Track is K–12: a bilingual kindergarten (ages 3–6) followed by elementary (Grades 1–5), middle (Grades 6–8) and high school (Grades 9–12). The site describes the English Track as a full K–12 programme.
Beijing SMIC Private School is a private, co‑educational day school; it was founded (2005) to serve families of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) and now accepts many non‑SMIC families. The English Track follows an international (U.S.-based) curriculum; the school does not advertise boarding facilities.
The school operates a Student Achievement Center (SAC) that provides small‑group instruction and pull‑out support in ELA, Math and Science (1–4 times per week), after‑school tutoring for struggling students, and a nominated check‑in/check‑out group that runs 3:15–4:30 pm. Parents should contact the school for assessment and individual plans.
The school was established by SMIC (a Chinese semiconductor company) and is a Chinese private school; the English Track uses a U.S.‑style international curriculum but the school itself is not officially affiliated with another country's government.
No religious affiliation is listed on the school's website; the school's mission and values are presented without reference to a faith or religious denomination.
Elementary classes are organised in seven 45‑minute periods covering ELA, math, science, Chinese and specials (PE, art, music, IT, SEL). The SAC's after‑school tutoring and check‑in/check‑out groups run from about 3:15–4:30 pm, so regular instructional hours finish in the mid‑afternoon; exact start/end times vary by division and should be confirmed with Admissions.
The school offers an optional paid school‑bus service with multiple daily runs (three trips on normal weekdays). Afternoon school buses are listed as departing the school at about 15:25 and 16:55, with many Yizhuang and nearby neighbourhood pick‑up/drop‑off points; the school provides a contact person and phone number for bus arrangements. Parents can request places and should contact the logistics office for routes and fees.
Beijing SMIC School is invested by Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (Beijing). Beijing SMIC Education consists of four campus areas: Beijing SMIC Main Campus, which provides primary school to middle school education, located at Liangshuihe 2nd Street, BDA, Beijing; Beijing SMIC High School, which provides high school education, located at Fudian Road, Jiugong Town, Daxing District, Beijing; Beijing SMIC Kindergarten, a bilingual kindergarten, located at Liangshuihe Street, BDA, Beijing; and Beijing SMIC Nanhaizi Kindergarten and Puhui Kindergarten, located at Sihai Road, Daxing District, Beijing.
SMIC English Track is a K–12 programme with a bilingual kindergarten (ages 3–6) and a fully English‑immersion programme from Grade 1 onward. In Elementary (Grades 1–5) the school follows U.S. Common Core for ELA, uses Singapore Math, teaches NGSS‑aligned science, delivers Mandarin aligned with the national programme, and offers weekly specials (PE, art, music, IT and SEL). Middle School (Grades 6–8) continues with American Common Core standards across core subjects, a programme of electives (e.g., Chinese Culture, photography, speech, journalism, theatre), and biannual NWEA MAP assessment for progress monitoring. High School (Grades 9–12) follows U.S. Common Core and provides Advanced Placement (AP) courses to meet graduation and university‑entry requirements. The high school is a UCAS‑registered centre and the school lists external affiliations/assessment links (Cognia, ACT) to support accreditation and university applications.
The school lists Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as part of its “Specials” program (P.E., Music, Art, SEL and IT) and states SEL is taught as a scheduled class in the elementary timetable. The English‑track Elementary page describes SEL lessons that aim to develop emotional intelligence, self‑regulation and conflict‑resolution skills. SEL is also integrated across character/“life education” and classroom activities according to the school's curriculum descriptions.
The Student Achievement Center (SAC) provides small‑group instruction and pull‑out support for students identified as having extra needs in ELA, Math and Science, delivered 1–4 times per week; the SAC also offers after‑school tutoring and a teacher‑nominated check‑in/check‑out group (up to 12 students, 3:15–4:30). These provisions are described on the English‑track site under the SAC/Counseling Centre. The school's website does not present SMIC English Track as a specialist SEN institution.
The school does not publish a page describing a named ‘EAL' (English as an Additional Language) programme. Its English Track is an immersion programme (bilingual kindergarten, full English from Grade 1) and the site describes differentiated/leveled English teaching from middle school onward, which indicates in‑school differentiation for varying English ability. If you need confirmation about EAL intake assessments or dedicated newcomer support, the admissions office is listed as the contact.
The school's Life Education Center (生命教育中心) states it runs psychological health education, group and individual psychological assessment and counselling, and related programs for students, teachers and parents; English‑track students are referred to counselling by class teachers or the student affairs office. The English‑track site also refers to a Counseling Center alongside the Student Achievement Center, and describes check‑in/check‑out groups and small‑group support for students with extra needs. These pages describe counselling facilities (reception, family consultation room, emotion‑regulation room, testing room) and an online system for psychological screening and records.
The Life Education Center describes delivery of legal/safety topics (e.g., drug prevention, law & safety) and the school publishes health‑centre and student‑affairs contact numbers for each track/campus. However, the school website does not appear to publish a standalone child‑protection or safeguarding policy document in English. For formal safeguarding policy text or detailed reporting procedures, please contact the school directly using the public contact details.
1. Submit the online application: Start by completing the school's online application (OpenApply) and choose the correct entry year, grade and school division. You will need to create and keep the parent account email/password used for the application because that account is used for follow‑up and adding additional children. The admissions pages list required supporting materials such as academic records and teacher references for applicants in Grade 3 and above — have scanned copies ready before you begin.
2. Documents and prescreening: After you submit the application you should upload the specific supplemental documents requested (previous school reports, teacher references, passport/visa pages for international students). The school's admissions notes say applicants who have applied previously to either track should contact admissions to update the existing record rather than re‑submitting a new form. Expect a system-generated “Welcome Letter” confirming receipt — keep that for your records.
3. Academic assessment: SMIC English Track arranges an academic assessment to evaluate placement and readiness; for G1 applicants they use a combination of oral and written checks, and for G2–G12 written English reading and mathematics tests plus a spoken‑language check are used. The school states assessment outcomes determine whether a family will be invited to the next stage; the school also notes that test reports are not always provided to families. Parents should request guidance from the admissions officer if they want to know which specific topics or formats to prepare for.
4. Interviews and family meeting: If the academic assessment meets the school's standards, the next step is interviews — SMIC's English Track notes two rounds of interviews (with department heads and the admissions team) and a subsequent family meeting or home interview as part of the process. These interviews assess language, academic fit and how the student and family would integrate into the school community; bring up‑to‑date school records and, for younger children, examples of work or teacher comments. If you have visa‑ or residency‑related constraints (international applicants must generally be on a parent's visa and must finish before turning 18), raise those questions during the interview stage.
5. Offer letter and acceptance: Successful applicants receive a formal offer letter. A place is secured only when the school receives the signed Acceptance Form and the admission fee; the admissions information emphasises that payment of required fees finalises enrolment and registration. Before you accept, confirm the exact amounts and payment deadlines with admissions (the school publishes fee bands but rates can change from year to year).
6. Fees and payment basics: The school's OpenApply posting lists the school's September 2024 fee schedule as a reference: English Track elementary (E1–E5) 72,000 CNY per semester (144,000 CNY per year); English Track middle (E6–E8) 75,000 CNY per semester (150,000 CNY per year); English Track high school (E9–E12) 88,000 CNY per semester (176,000 CNY per year). These published figures are a stated standard but the admissions office will confirm the current year's tuition, any one‑time admission fees, deposit amounts, payment methods and deadlines at offer stage. If you need billing details (installments, bank transfer instructions, or policy on late payments/withdrawals) ask the admissions officer or finance office in writing before signing the Acceptance Form.
7. Orientation and commencement: After acceptance and payment, the school will notify families of start dates, orientation and any pre‑term requirements (health/medical forms, school uniforms, textbook pickup). Make sure you complete student registration tasks listed by the school (they list steps such as records transfer and clearing financial/account items for departing students). For international families, confirm visa timing and any local registration the school requires so start dates are not delayed.
Public sources indicate SMIC English Track does use a waiting/placement process when demand exceeds available places, and many international‑school listings mark the school as operating a waiting list. The school's OpenApply enrolment workflow explains that applications are assessed and that successful assessment leads to invitations for interviews — when places are full, applicants may be held in order for future openings. Because waitlist procedures and priority rules (for example whether siblings, SMIC employees or returning families receive priority) are not explicitly published on the public admissions pages, contact the admissions office directly to ask (email admissions@bjsmicschool.com or the English Track contacts listed on OpenApply) for the current waitlist policy, your child's position and expected timeline for offers.
Address: No. 2 Yangshan (Yanshan) Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing — the school sits to the east of the National Olympic Park. It is in Chaoyang, with local road access and is reported to be within walking distance of Beiyuanlu North (Line 5) subway station (confirm exact walking time with the school).
LCAIS is described as an all-through school offering preschool through senior high (approximately ages 3–18 / K–12). The school's international stream includes upper‑school programmes that prepare students for international qualifications such as the IB Diploma and other Sino‑American pathways.
The school is a co‑educational, fee‑paying international / bilingual (Chinese–American) day school that follows both Chinese and U.S.-style curricula; it is part of the Limai (Limai Education Group) network. The school advertises dual Sino‑American diploma pathways and international partnerships (Calvert/College Board noted in public descriptions).
There are no clear, detailed public descriptions found in the sources I checked about a formal Additional Learning Needs (SEN) or specific learning‑support team at the Beijing LCAIS campus. Prospective parents should request the school's current learning‑support policy, assessment and referral procedures, and any fees or external‑therapy arrangements directly from admissions.
The school identifies as a Sino‑American (Chinese–American) international school—combining Chinese national elements with U.S. curricula/components and international programmes. It is operated within China by the Limai group and references U.S. curriculum partners in public descriptions.
No religious affiliation is listed in publicly available profiles or school descriptions; the school presents itself as secular and curriculum‑focused. Parents should confirm directly if this is a key decision factor.
Public summaries note weekday operation and class organisation consistent with Chinese K–12 schools; a recruitment/operations page references 45‑minute class periods and up to ~25 periods per week for some roles. Exact daily start/end times and break/lunch schedules are not published in the general listings I found—please ask the admissions office for the up‑to‑date daily timetable for your child's year group.
Some public fee schedules and school profiles list a paid shuttle/‘school bus' (班车) option (a commonly quoted annual fee appears in secondary info), but I did not find route maps or the operator name in the material reviewed. If you need door‑to‑door transport, ask admissions for current routes, pick‑up/drop‑off points, safety procedures and the exact cost.
Limai Chinese American (International) School operates a bilingual Chinese–American curriculum from preschool through Grade 12, integrating Chinese national subjects with American-style international programmes. The preschool programme is delivered under the school's LCAI international preschool framework (with Montessori and play‑based elements noted), while primary years follow American curricula such as the Calvert programme alongside Chinese language and mathematics. For middle and high school the school runs multiple academic pathways—partner and in‑house tracks include Fairmont/Calvert-based courses, A‑Level, AP, ACT‑GAC and Canadian high‑school options—allowing grade‑specific tracks (G9–G12 for many international pathways). The school states students can earn external qualifications including Calvert completion certificates and internationally recognised high‑school diplomas that support university admission abroad. Across all stages Limai supplements core study with STEAM, languages, arts and sports extracurriculars to broaden skills alongside academic qualifications.
The school's public profile states that student happiness and overall wellbeing are a key part of its educational approach and that it emphasises whole-child development alongside academics. This language appears on the school's LinkedIn profile and in public descriptions of the Beijing Limai Chinese American (International) School. The sources describe a blend of Chinese and American teaching with an emphasis on student health and personal development, but do not list named SEL programmes, dedicated SEL staff, or specific curricula on a school-run page. Therefore, while wellbeing is stated as a priority, the school does not publicly detail particular SEL initiatives or staff roles.
The school does not publicly disclose specific EAL (English-as-an-Additional-Language) provision for the Beijing Limai Chinese American (International) School. Some Limai group publicity about other campuses (notably the Hong Kong Limai campus) describes an EAL Learning Center and after-school English support, but I did not find an explicit EAL programme or named EAL staff for the Beijing LCAIS campus on publicly available pages.
Below is a step-by-step admissions process for Limai Chinese American (International) School (LCAIS). I was not able to load the school's official website (lcais.com) when I checked on January 1, 2026, so the steps below are drawn from recent third‑party school profiles and local admissions guides — please confirm the final details with the school's admissions office before applying.
1. Initial inquiry and campus visit (make an appointment). Parents normally begin by contacting admissions to request an on‑site visit or information session; the school asks that visitors reserve a visit in advance and give the student's name, intended grade and a parent contact number when booking. Open/visit times published on school profiles show set visiting hours on specific days (for example, weekday mornings and some weekend slots), so plan around those windows and expect to show ID at arrival.
2. Submit an application (multiple routes). Applications may be submitted through the school's online application system, by phone or in person at the admissions office; some third‑party pages list an online form plus phone hotlines as standard routes. When you apply, expect to provide preliminary details such as the child's name, birthdate, intended entry grade, previous school information and contact details; keep scanned copies of recent school reports ready to upload or hand in. If you need to reserve a spot for an assessment or open day, follow the admissions office directions promptly because popular grades and programmes can fill quickly.
3. Assessment: interview and testing (what to prepare). LCAIS requires a one‑to‑one interview and academic assessment for applicants; the interview outcome and test scores are used together with school reports to decide placement or admission. Published schedules show programme‑specific testing windows (for example, some international programme tests run on particular weekdays), so confirm the available test dates when you book. Required documents listed in admissions guides commonly include student photos, original and photocopies of household registration or passport/visa for non‑Chinese nationals, and the school's new‑student application form — bring originals for verification on test day.
4. Offer, fees and enrollment deposit (timing and refunds to note). If an offer is made, the school issues an admission notice and an enrollment pack by email; parents will be asked to complete the enrollment paperwork and pay the required fees or deposits to confirm the place. Published fee summaries from recent profiles show a wide range depending on programme and grade — bilingual/dual‑track and domestic‑style classes have lower ranges (roughly RMB 80,000–120,000 per year), while full international programme tracks (AP/A‑Level/other international programmes) typically appear in higher ranges (often RMB 100,000–190,000+ per year); some specialised international project fees are listed separately (for example, specific international project lines reported around RMB 190,000 per year). Also note published withdrawal/refund wording: third‑party summaries report that tuition refunds are tied to withdrawal dates (one example given: 80% of the semester fee refunded if withdrawal is submitted on or before September 1) — check the school's current refund schedule before paying. Make sure you get and keep a written fee schedule (invoice), the enrollment agreement and any deadline dates for payments.
5. Pre‑start orientation and registration (what happens after you accept). After fees are paid and documents processed, the school sends an "admission packet" with arrival/registration instructions; the school runs intake orientation/training sessions for new students and parents before term starts. Published material notes that some programmes schedule formal reporting/registration days in summer (for example, a new‑student reporting/registration window in early July for some projects); families should confirm exact reporting dates and any pre‑term requirements such as health checks, uniform orders, or placement testing. Keep copies of all submitted documents and evidence of payments, and confirm transport and meal arrangements ahead of the first day.
Third‑party school profiles list that LCAIS offers scholarship awards (examples named in directories include a principal's scholarship and subject/academic scholarships), but I did not find a published, detailed scholarship policy online showing eligibility criteria, application deadlines, award amounts, or whether awards reduce tuition versus covering fees/boarding. Available summaries note the existence of awards but do not explain whether scholarships are competitive (exam/portfolio‑based), means‑tested, renewable, or one‑off. If you want to pursue scholarship consideration, ask admissions for: (1) the types of awards currently offered, (2) the application or nomination process (required documents, tests or auditions), (3) deadlines and award notification timing, and (4) whether an awarded scholarship applies to tuition, boarding, or other fees and whether it is conditional on academic performance. The directories I consulted that mention scholarships are helpful to confirm that awards exist but do not substitute for the school's latest official policy — please request the school's current scholarship guidelines in writing.
