International School of Beijing is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Beijing, China. Founded in 1980. Annual tuition ranges from $20,824 to $49,128 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
ISB does not advertise a general tuition scholarship or need-based financial aid program. The school operates advancement-funded programs such as the Student Empowerment Fund (SEF) for student project grants and an Annual Fund supporting programs. Parents needing tuition assistance should contact Admissions directly to confirm if any limited case-specific arrangements exist.
Key facts
About
International School of Beijing is a private, coeducational day school located in Shunyi District and authorized by the International Baccalaureate since May 1991. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme with English as the language of instruction and serves the international community in Beijing.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
ISB offers an IB continuum from Early Years (including EY2 for two-year-olds) through Grade 12 on a 32-acre campus. A distinctive Dual Language (English–Chinese) program is available in Elementary. High school students can pursue the full IB Diploma or a hybrid ISB High School Diploma with microcredentials and an Impact Certificate via the Pathways program. The school is accredited by NEASC and CIS and recognised by China's NCCT. Extensive co-curricular options include performing arts and athletics.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | RMB 297,500 |
| Grade 2 | RMB 299,900 |
| Grades 3-5 | RMB 303,900 |
| Grades 6-8 | RMB 322,900 |
| Grades 9-10 | RMB 345,000 |
| Grades 11-12 | RMB 356,000 |
| Early Years (EY3) | RMB 246,900 |
| Early Years (EY4) | RMB 249,900 |
| Kindergarten (KG) | RMB 292,300 |
| Early Years (EY2) Full Day | RMB 245,900 |
| Early Years (EY2) Half Day | RMB 150,900 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: RMB 150,900 - 356,000. Application fee: $386.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application and create an account via ISB's application portal; a dedicated Admissions Officer is assigned. 2) Speak with Admissions Officer and submit required documents (transcripts, passport/visa documentation). 3) Request confidential school recommendation forms from current/previous teachers via the application platform. 4) Pay the non-refundable application fee (RMB 2,800) and one-time entry tuition fee. 5) Complete language proficiency testing (English for non-native speakers, Chinese for Dual Language applicants) and any placement assessments. 6) Attend a Family Introduction Meeting (on campus or virtually); Admissions Committee reviews completed application within approximately two weeks and issues offer or wait pool placement.
Admissions Details
ISB operates a wait pool for applicants who meet admissions criteria but for whom no place is immediately available. Places are offered according to ISB's Admissions Policies and priority categories when vacancies arise. Siblings of enrolled students who complete the application by March 15 of the intended year of entry receive priority. Families in the wait pool should maintain up-to-date documents and contact details with their Admissions Officer.
School Day
A typical school day runs approximately 08:20–15:20, with times varying by division and year. The academic year normally starts in early August and finishes in early–mid June.
Student Life
On-campus cafeteria available for Elementary and Middle/High School divisions.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
ISB's Counseling Department provides developmentally appropriate, student-centred counselling through classroom lessons, small groups and individual sessions. Counselors lead SEL and health initiatives, offer workshops, parent education, mediation and stress-management support, and form part of the school's Crisis Response Team. Families may be referred to external services when more in-depth therapeutic support is required. Support staff includes a school psychologist and speech-language pathologists.
ISB publishes a Child Safeguarding Handbook covering rigorous staff recruitment and vetting, criminal background checks, an employee Code of Conduct, annual safeguarding training for staff and contractors, and policies for identifying and responding to children in need of protection. Campus access and use guidelines for parents and visitors are also described. The school links safeguarding with its SEL curriculum and references independent accreditor feedback (2023).
Student Demographics
School Background
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