Haidian Kaiwen Academy is a Chinese National Curriculum / American Curriculum / Advanced Placement (AP) / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels school in Beijing, China. Founded in 2016. Annual tuition ranges from $24,840 to $37,260 USD.
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Scholarships Available
The 'Demoiselle Crane Scholarship' is awarded to outstanding middle- and high-school students following evaluation by the Beijing Haidian Kaiwen Academy Scholarship Committee. Full eligibility criteria, award amounts, and application deadlines are not published publicly; families should contact admissions for current details.
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About
Haidian Kaiwen Academy is a private K–12 Chinese-English bilingual school founded in 2016 in Haidian District, Beijing, situated on a garden-style campus of approximately 260,000 m² at the foot of Yuquan Mountain. The school delivers a proprietary integrated bilingual curriculum at primary and middle levels, with multiple international high school pathways including Advanced Placement, Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Level programmes, and holds accreditations from Cognia, Cambridge CAIE, Oxford AQA, and College Board. With approximately 1,100 students, a 6:1 student-teacher ratio, boarding from Grade 6, and over 173 after-school activities, HDKWA offers a comprehensive bilingual education combining Chinese national standards with internationally recognised qualifications.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual K–12 Chinese-English education on a large garden-style campus of approximately 260,000 m² at the foot of Yuquan Mountain. Proprietary Kaiwen Integrated Curriculum (KIC) combines China's national curriculum with U.S. Common Core and NGSS standards. Multiple international high school pathways including AP, Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Level. Over 173 after-school activity offerings. Boarding available from Grade 6 with structured evening programmes. Accredited by Cognia, Cambridge CAIE, Oxford AQA, and College Board; serves as an AP and ACT exam centre.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | RMB 180,000 |
| Grade 1-5 (Primary) | RMB 230,000 |
| Grade 9-12 (High School) | RMB 270,000 |
| Grade 6-8 (Middle School) | RMB 250,000 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 180,000 - 270,000. Application fee: $276.
Admissions Process
- 1Request a campus visit via the school's appointment link and await telephone confirmation. 2) Create an account on the OpenApply portal (hdkwa.openapply.cn) and complete the online application form. 3) Submit the application with required information and supporting documents, including awards or certificates. 4) Await contact from the admissions office regarding next steps such as assessment or interview. 5) Provide requested documents and attend any assessment or interview appointments. 6) Receive an offer and complete registration and payment steps. 7) Finalise logistics including uniforms, transport, meal plans, and any boarding or visa arrangements before term start.
Admissions Details
No formal public waitlist policy is published. The school reports a current enrolment of approximately 1,100 students against a capacity of 1,200. Parents wishing to know about waitlist or oversubscription handling for a specific grade should contact the admissions office directly.
Boarding Life
On-campus student apartments in three-bedroom condo units with independent bathrooms, shared laundry room, student study room, outdoor terrace, and full security system. Each room is equipped with an independent air conditioner, air purifier, and smog-removing machine. Managed by a professional dormitory management team with experienced administrators and teachers. Boarding fees range from approximately RMB 36,000–42,000 per year depending on 5-day or 7-day plan.
Boarding is available to students from Grade 6 and above. Students live in three-bedroom condo apartments with an independent bathroom, shared laundry room, student study room, outdoor terrace, and a complete security system. Each room includes an independent air conditioner, air purifier, and smog-removing machine. Managed by a professional dormitory management team. Evening self-study and additional programmes are provided for G6–G12 boarders. Both 5-day and 7-day boarding plans are available.
School Day
Primary students begin with a Morning Meeting of approximately 20 minutes before lessons, with a weekly class meeting at the end of Friday. For boarding students, the daily routine includes morning exercise, breakfast, and departure for classes by approximately 08:00, evening self-study from approximately 18:30, and lights-out checks between 21:00 and 22:00.
Student Life
Students wear uniforms during the school day. Uniforms are required except for special events. The policy aims to reduce socioeconomic differences and foster safety and a sense of school identity. A one-off uniform cost of approximately RMB 3,000–3,300 applies for new students.
The canteen focuses on safety, freshness, and nutrition, providing high-quality dining with balanced nutrition and a variety of dishes. Food safety is a top priority. The canteen hosts periodic food festivals in line with local regulations. Meal plans are charged separately based on selected options (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school states a commitment to cultivating students with sound mental health (noted in WASC accreditation announcement). Psychological counselling contact numbers are published for both primary and secondary departments. The Parent Academy includes parent-child communication modules as part of family support.
No standalone safeguarding or child-protection policy is published on the school website. Operational safety measures include listed medical-room contact numbers and staff safety training on PD Days. Parents should contact the school directly for formal safeguarding policy details.
Student Demographics
School Background
Private school established in 2016, part of the Kaiwen group (Beijing Haidian Kaiwen Academy). Holds Cognia accreditation, College Board AP accreditation, dual accreditation from Oxford AQA and Cambridge CAIE, and is an ACT testing centre. Leadership includes a Headmaster and Vice Principal.