The British School of Beijing, Sanlitun
北京英国学校
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 24.9K–47.8K
CNY 166K–319K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British international school for ages 1 to 11 in the Embassy District of Chaoyang, Beijing. Part of the Nord Anglia Education group. Offers Early Years and Primary education.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Nord Anglia Education. See all 90 schools of Nord Anglia Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British
Ages
Ages 1–11
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 2003
- Selectivity
- Open entry
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
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 |
|---|---|
| Tadpoles Half Day | CNY 166,000≈ USD 24.9K |
| Tadpoles Full Day | CNY 248,000≈ USD 37.2K |
| Pre-Nursery Half Day | CNY 166,000≈ USD 24.9K |
| Pre-Nursery Full Day | CNY 248,000≈ USD 37.2K |
| Nursery Half Day | CNY 166,500≈ USD 25K |
| Nursery Full Day | CNY 249,500≈ USD 37.4K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Tadpoles Half Day | CNY 166,000 (about USD 24.9K) |
| Tadpoles Full Day | CNY 248,000 (about USD 37.2K) |
| Pre-Nursery Half Day | CNY 166,000 (about USD 24.9K) |
| Pre-Nursery Full Day | CNY 248,000 (about USD 37.2K) |
| Nursery Half Day | CNY 166,500 (about USD 25K) |
| Nursery Full Day | CNY 249,500 (about USD 37.4K) |
| Reception | CNY 249,500 (about USD 37.4K) |
| Year 1 | CNY 299,800 (about USD 44.9K) |
| Year 2 | CNY 299,800 (about USD 44.9K) |
| Year 3 | CNY 308,800 (about USD 46.3K) |
| Year 4 | CNY 319,200 (about USD 47.8K) |
| Year 5 | CNY 319,200 (about USD 47.8K) |
| Year 6 | CNY 319,200 (about USD 47.8K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The British School of Beijing, Sanlitun (this school) | CNY 166,000 (about USD 24.9K) | CNY 319,200 (about USD 47.8K) |
| Beijing International Bilingual Academy | CNY 260,000 (about USD 39K) | CNY 292,000 (about USD 43.8K) |
| International School of Beijing | CNY 155,800 (about USD 23.3K) | CNY 361,800 (about USD 54.2K) |
| Dulwich College Beijing | CNY 251,000 (about USD 37.6K) | CNY 385,000 (about USD 57.7K) |
| Canadian International School of Beijing | CNY 135,500 (about USD 20.3K) | CNY 336,800 (about USD 50.5K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Beijing | CNY 229,000 (about USD 34.3K) | CNY 346,000 (about USD 51.9K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,800
- Deposit
- CNY 16,000
- Bus
- CNY 17,500
- EAL support
- CNY 25,000
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 (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Service
- Average class size
- 17
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Device policy
- iPad programme
- School bus
- Yes
- Lunch included
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
Sports
- Football
Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Drama
- Art
Upcoming events
- Feb24WedOpen day09:00 GMT+8 (local time)
Early Years Open Morning (ages 1-4)
Checked 2026-11-01
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Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Offers English as an additional language and SEN support with personalised learning. Both services are charged as extras.
- EAL
- SEN support
- Personalised learning
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
A British international school in which most teachers are British.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Optional school bus service available on request, with fees depending on distance from home.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
All students wear uniform, bought from the school shop. A PE kit must also be purchased.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
Has two dining halls and a coffee shop; school lunches are described as covered by tuition.
- Two dining halls
- School coffee shop
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the Nord Anglia Education group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage with play-based learning and personalised teaching, then Key Stage 1 and 2.
- EYFS
- Key Stage 1
- Key Stage 2
- Nord Anglia Global Curriculum
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Introduces Personal, Social, Health and Emotional education from the start, covering wellbeing and study skills.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Runs immersive English lessons for students new to English, delivered by the EAL department.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Has operated since 2003 and describes itself as the longest-serving international school in Beijing.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
An international community with students from over 60 nationalities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Has a Parents' Association, and communicates with parents through weekly emails, a newsletter and the Toddle app.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus includes a dedicated Early Years building with indoor and outdoor play-based spaces and modern learning areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has an indoor gymnasium, an Astroturf football field and three outdoor playgrounds.
- Indoor gymnasium
- Astroturf football field
- Outdoor playgrounds
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has libraries, learning lounges, a makerspace and technology such as laptops, iPads, VR headsets and 3D printers.
- Libraries
- Learning lounges
- Makerspace
- Art and cookery rooms
- Laptops
- iPads
- VR headsets
- 3D printers
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Emphasises STEAM and technology in lessons and collaborates with world-leading organisations.
- The Juilliard School
- UNICEF
- MIT
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Provides performing arts, music, dance and drama spaces for creative expression.
- Music practice rooms
- Dance studio
- Drama studio
- Art room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Embeds service learning across all age groups, including fundraising and volunteering with local outreach.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Runs the Leadership Lunch programme, where guest speakers from the community talk to Upper Primary students.
- Leadership Lunch
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Steps are enquiry, school visit or virtual tour, online application, then review by the principal. Taster classes are offered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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