Moonshot Academy

Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2027-28
Per year· 2027-28 school year
CNY 238K
about USD 35.7K
ECB reference rate (2026-11-05)
About
Moonshot Academy is a competency-based liberal arts school in Beijing that combines real-world projects with technology. Its stated mission is to cultivate fulfilled individuals and active, compassionate citizens.
No. 129 Nangao Road, Cuigezhuang Township, Chaoyang District
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
Key facts
Curriculum
Own curriculum
Ages
Ages 15–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
💰💰💰Higher fees
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- School bus
- Yes
- Accreditations
- COGNIA
Curriculum and academics
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Students per teacher
- 5 : 1
Fees
2027-28 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| 9 | CNY 238,000≈ USD 35.7K |
| 10 | CNY 238,000≈ USD 35.7K |
| 11 | CNY 238,000≈ USD 35.7K |
| 12 | CNY 238,000≈ USD 35.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| 9 | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
| 10 | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
| 11 | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
| 12 | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
Source: school website (moonshotacademy.cn) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-05)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Moonshot Academy (this school) | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) | CNY 238,000 (about USD 35.7K) |
| International School of Beijing | CNY 155,800 (about USD 23.4K) | CNY 361,800 (about USD 54.3K) |
| Beijing International Bilingual Academy | CNY 260,000 (about USD 39K) | CNY 292,000 (about USD 43.8K) |
| Dulwich College Beijing | CNY 251,000 (about USD 37.6K) | CNY 385,000 (about USD 57.7K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Beijing | CNY 229,000 (about USD 34.3K) | CNY 346,000 (about USD 51.9K) |
| Canadian International School of Beijing | CNY 135,500 (about USD 20.3K) | CNY 336,800 (about USD 50.5K) |
Source: school website (moonshotacademy.cn) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-05)
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 (2026-11-05). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Admissions
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Deadline
- Closes when available seats in the corresponding grade are full
- Entry process
- Map, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Campus and school life
Sports
- Tennis
Arts
- Visual arts
- Music
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House system
Four Houses cut across grades and classes, serving as units for activities, culture and discussion.
- Chizi House
- Fupu House
- Shangshan House
- Wuji House
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The school operates under permanent non-profit status, with earnings and donations reinvested into school development.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
A liberal arts curriculum across math, science, Chinese studies, English, social science, art and music, with advanced courses based on AP standards.
- Mathematics
- Nature Science
- Chinese Studies
- English Language Arts
- Social Science
- Art
- Music
- DREAM
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Preparations began in 2017, the founding class started in 2018, an independent campus opened in 2020 and the Olympic Forest campus opened in 2022.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Describes school life as a shared community of learners, mentors and families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Runs a middle school hackathon and real-world project activities.
- Hackathon
- Moonshot Projects
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Annual culture events include a Club Fair, Anime Week and a Wuji House ball.
- Club Fair
- Anime Week
- Wuji House Ball
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Runs 3-5 day experiential learning projects outside the classroom and an environmental activity month.
- Experiential Learning Project (ELP) Week
- From Moon to Earth
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Completed Cognia accreditation in 2022 and became a CIS member school in 2020.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Scholarships
Offers up to full four-year scholarships for 10 learners interested in tech entrepreneurship.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
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