Beijing International Bilingual Academy is a IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Beijing, China. Founded in 2006. Annual tuition ranges from $10,488 to $40,296 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
BIBA offers three scholarship categories: Academic Scholarships, High-Achiever (talent) Scholarships, and Minor/Contribution Scholarships. Scholarships are commonly targeted at students entering Grades 6, 9, and 11. Awards are competitive, conditional on continued academic progress and participation, and regularly reviewed. Application components include exam/interview, school reports, and auditions or portfolios depending on the category. Award amounts and formats vary; confirm current levels and eligibility directly with Admissions.
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About
Beijing International Bilingual Academy is a private, coeducational IB World School in Beijing, China, authorized since 2015. The school offers the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme with English as the language of instruction and provides mixed boarding facilities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual international education in Beijing offering IB programmes from early years through to diploma level in a day and boarding setting.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| EY2-EY4 | RMB 187,400 |
| Nursery | RMB 76,000 |
| Grades 1-5 | RMB 260,000 |
| Grades 6-8 | RMB 266,000 |
| Grades 9-10 | RMB 273,000 |
| Grades 11-12 | RMB 292,000 |
| KG (new student) | RMB 253,400 |
| KG (continuing student) | RMB 244,200 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 76,000 - 292,000.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an online application via the school website, WeChat, or OpenApply portal. 2) Prepare and submit supporting documents including recent school reports, passport/ID, and any previous testing or language records. 3) Attend interview and/or grade-appropriate testing (Chinese writing test required for Grades 2-12 applicants from Chinese schools or native Chinese speakers). 4) Receive an enrolment decision in writing. 5) Complete fee payment by the invoice deadline to confirm placement. 6) Submit health check and medical paperwork. 7) Follow orientation instructions for uniform orders, bus registration, and meal options.
Admissions Details
BIBA operates a waitlist with admissions priority given to siblings of current students or graduates and those on the previous year's waiting list. Placement is first-come, first-served and also depends on the candidate's overall assessment results (interview/testing) and timely payment.
Boarding Life
Optional boarding for Grades 6-12. Room options: 4-student rooms for Grades 6-10 (RMB 75,000/year), 2-student rooms for Grades 11-12 (RMB 90,000/year), and single rooms for Grades 11-12 (RMB 125,000/year). All boarding fees are meal-inclusive with three main meals and three snacks per day.
Optional boarding for secondary students in Grades 6-12. Room types: 4 students per room for Grades 6-10, 2 students per room for Grades 11-12, and single rooms for Grades 11-12. Boarding is meal-inclusive.
School Day
Typical school day starts around 08:20 with classes ending about 15:50 and optional ECAs running until about 16:50. Exact daily timings and ECA schedules are set by division and can vary by year group and season.
Student Life
The school has a House System; the Middle School Student Council leads House activities. The House System is cited as fostering collaboration, resilience and leadership across the school.
The school requires a uniform (optional for Early Years). A School Uniform Store is available for purchases. Uniform cost is approximately RMB 3,100-3,400 per set.
Boarding students receive three main meals and three snacks per day (meal-inclusive). An optional lunch and snack service is available for day students at RMB 5,800-8,600 per school year.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
BIBA promotes physical and emotional wellbeing through curriculum emphasis on balanced body and mind, character education, and the school's 4R character system (Respect, Responsibility, Rigor, Relationships). Provisions include an on-campus nurse, health and safety management system, nutrition provision, House System, and personalised mentoring.
BIBA has designated Safeguarding Leads and Child Protection Officers. The Child Protection page defines safeguarding and child protection, explains the distinction between them, and outlines the school's approach to preventing and responding to harm. Child Protection and Psychological Safety are listed within the Student Wellbeing and Values framework.
Student Demographics
School Background
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