KL International School of Chongqing Bashu
- American
- AP
Per yearabout USD 18.3K–41.1K
CNY 122K–274K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
About
Private, coeducational, non-profit international K12 school in Chongqing, China. Founded 2015 with approval from the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission. Runs under a Board of Trustees and a principal responsibility system. Offers preschool through Grade 12 with an American-style programme.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American · AP
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Higher fees
- Founded
- 2015
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Selectivity
- Open entry
- Accreditations
- COGNIA
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Toddler | CNY 122,400≈ USD 18.3K |
| Preschool (PK1-PK2) | CNY 174,626≈ USD 26.2K |
| Primary (KG-G5) | CNY 258,124≈ USD 38.7K |
| Middle School (G6-G8) | CNY 265,062≈ USD 39.7K |
| High School (G9-G12) | CNY 274,176≈ USD 41.1K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Toddler | CNY 122,400 (about USD 18.3K) |
| Preschool (PK1-PK2) | CNY 174,626 (about USD 26.2K) |
| Primary (KG-G5) | CNY 258,124 (about USD 38.7K) |
| Middle School (G6-G8) | CNY 265,062 (about USD 39.7K) |
| High School (G9-G12) | CNY 274,176 (about USD 41.1K) |
Source: school website (klisedu.com) · checked 2026-11-04 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Map
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · AP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
- Lunch included
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Smart classroom
- Science labs
- Music studio
- Art studio
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
Sports
- Team sports
- Individual sports
Arts
- Music
- Art
- Painting
- Sculpting
- Handcraft
After-school activities
- Sports
- Arts
- Coding
- Handcraft
- Life skills
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
An American-style K12 international school following a US standards-based teaching system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School bus service with air-conditioned buses, qualified drivers and bus monitors, serving many stops across Chongqing.
- Air-conditioned buses
- Bus monitors
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Lunch and morning snacks are provided daily, with breakfast for toddlers, under strict food safety and hygiene standards.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Run under Board of Trustees supervision with a principal responsibility system, as a private non-enterprise, not-for-profit unit.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Integrated Chinese-Western curriculum from preschool to Grade 12, emphasising critical thinking, with per-student timetables and small classes in middle school.
- Project Based Learning
- MAP assessment
- Creative Curriculum (preschool)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Established in 2015 with approval from the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Smart classrooms, science labs, art and music studios, a gym, sports field and age-specific library zones.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor gym and outdoor sports field.
- Indoor gym
- Outdoor sports field
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Smart interactive classrooms, STEM science labs and multi-age libraries.
- Smart classrooms
- STEM science lab
- Multi-age library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Music and art studios with performance space for student arts activities.
- Music studio
- Art studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Mandatory music and art for all grades, plus optional arts electives in painting, sculpting and handcraft.
- Music
- Art
- Painting
- Sculpting
- Handcraft
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Students take part in team and individual sports.
- Team sports
- Individual sports
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
States it was ranked first in Chongqing on Forbes China's 2025 Top International Schools list.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Cognia-accredited; authorised test centre for College Board AP, SAT and PSAT exams, and an ISEE test site.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications accepted year-round, with eligibility checks and visit booking through the admissions office.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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Updated 2026-11-09
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