The British School of Beijing, Shunyi
北京英国学校
- British
- IGCSE
- IB Diploma
- A Level
- +1
Per yearabout USD 24.9K–55.3K
CNY 166K–369K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British international school in Shunyi, Beijing, part of the Nord Anglia Education group. Teaches the English National Curriculum through IGCSE, IB Diploma and A levels, with German and native-language programmes. Serves students aged 2 to 18 from over 60 nationalities.
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
British · IGCSE · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 2–18
Language
English, German
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 2009
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery Mornings | CNY 166,000≈ USD 24.9K |
| Pre-Nursery Full Day | CNY 248,000≈ USD 37.2K |
| Nursery | CNY 249,500≈ USD 37.4K |
| Reception | CNY 249,500≈ USD 37.4K |
| Year 1 | CNY 299,800≈ USD 44.9K |
| Year 2 | CNY 299,800≈ USD 44.9K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery Mornings | CNY 166,000 (about USD 24.9K) |
| Pre-Nursery Full Day | CNY 248,000 (about USD 37.2K) |
| Nursery | 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) |
| Year 7 | CNY 337,600 (about USD 50.6K) |
| Year 8 | CNY 337,600 (about USD 50.6K) |
| Year 9 | CNY 339,200 (about USD 50.8K) |
| Year 10 | CNY 360,200 (about USD 54K) |
| Year 11 | CNY 360,200 (about USD 54K) |
| Year 12 | CNY 369,000 (about USD 55.3K) |
| Year 13 | CNY 369,000 (about USD 55.3K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (this school) | CNY 166,000 (about USD 24.9K) | CNY 369,000 (about USD 55.3K) |
| Yew Chung International School of Beijing | CNY 229,000 (about USD 34.3K) | CNY 346,000 (about USD 51.9K) |
| 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) |
| 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 23.4K) | CNY 361,800 (about USD 54.2K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,800
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 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · British curriculum · IGCSE · A Level
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
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.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Average class size
- 20
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 36.3
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Basic
- Mother-tongue programmes
- German, Korean
- Device policy
- iPad programme
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
- Science labs
- Sports dome
Sports
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Football
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Athletics
Arts
- Drama
- Music
- Dance
- Photography
- Art
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Support for Korean families
- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
- Korean language class
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
Source: Compiled from public sources
- Accreditations
- COBIS, IB
- Memberships
- ACAMIS, COBIS
Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Country affiliation
A British international school following the English National Curriculum, part of the Nord Anglia Education group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
A school bus service is available, charged as an extra fee on top of tuition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
Uniform may incur an extra cost on top of tuition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
Governance and ownership
Member of the Nord Anglia Education group, described as operating more than 90 schools in 30 countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the English National Curriculum through IGCSE, IB Diploma and A levels, with a German curriculum primary programme.
- IGCSE
- IB Diploma
- A levels
- German Curriculum Primary
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
States that the average IB Diploma score is above the global average, and that some recent students achieved top scores.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
Runs an English as an Additional Language department and programme for students who need English support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The Shunyi campus opened in 2009, after BSB Sanlitun opened in 2003.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Emphasises an international school community with families from over 60 nations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Large campus with classrooms, library, labs, sports facilities and a theatre, with technology integrated into learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Air-filtered sports dome, indoor sports hall, heated pool, football pitch, tennis court, fitness room and running tracks.
- Sports dome
- Indoor sports hall
- Heated swimming pool
- Indoor basketball courts
- Football pitch
- Tennis court
- Fitness room
- Running tracks
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Science labs, computing labs, design technology workshops and specialist classrooms.
- Science laboratories
- Computing labs
- Design technology workshops
- Secondary library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
A 230-seat theatre plus music, dance, art and photography spaces.
- 230-seat theatre
- Music facilities
- Dance facilities
- Art studios
- Photography studios
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Drama, music and performance activities, with assemblies, concerts and plays.
- Drama
- Music
- Performance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers German, Mandarin Chinese, French, Korean and Spanish at IGCSE and IB levels, plus native-language classes.
- German
- Mandarin Chinese
- French
- Korean
- Spanish
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
The German Curriculum Primary programme teaches lessons in German, with some classes delivered in English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Enquiry, school visit, online application and review, with year group placement based on birth date, level and language ability.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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