The International Montessori School of Beijing
- Montessori
Per yearabout USD 26.7K–53.8K
CNY 178K–359K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Bilingual English and Chinese Montessori school in Beijing for ages 0 to 18. Founded in 1990, with about 400 students from 21 countries.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Montessori
Ages
Ages 0–18
Students
400
Language
English, Chinese
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 21
- Founded
- 1990
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Morning only (16 months-age 3) | CNY 178,400≈ USD 26.7K |
| Full day (ages 2-3) | CNY 254,900≈ USD 38.2K |
| EC1 (age 3) | CNY 285,000≈ USD 42.7K |
| EC2 (age 4) | CNY 285,000≈ USD 42.7K |
| EC3 (age 5) | CNY 285,000≈ USD 42.7K |
| G1-G3 | CNY 304,900≈ USD 45.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Morning only (16 months-age 3) | CNY 178,400 (about USD 26.7K) |
| Full day (ages 2-3) | CNY 254,900 (about USD 38.2K) |
| EC1 (age 3) | CNY 285,000 (about USD 42.7K) |
| EC2 (age 4) | CNY 285,000 (about USD 42.7K) |
| EC3 (age 5) | CNY 285,000 (about USD 42.7K) |
| G1-G3 | CNY 304,900 (about USD 45.7K) |
| G4-G6 | CNY 319,000 (about USD 47.8K) |
| G7-G8 | CNY 320,100 (about USD 48K) |
| G9-G10 | CNY 342,200 (about USD 51.3K) |
| G11-G12 | CNY 358,700 (about USD 53.8K) |
Source: school website (msb.edu.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The International Montessori School of Beijing (this school) | CNY 178,400 (about USD 26.7K) | CNY 358,700 (about USD 53.8K) |
| 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 (msb.edu.cn) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Deposit
- CNY 20,000
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 2026-11-06)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedMontessori
Montessori
Early years to primary · Ages 2–12
A method where children choose hands-on activities and work at their own pace, often in mixed-age classes.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Sports field
Sports
- PE
- Judo
Arts
- Music
- Art
- Dance
- Musical theatre
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Lead teachers trained in EAL techniques support both native and non-native English speakers in class.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
An optional school bus service; routes and stops vary year to year and may not cover distant areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
An optional lunch programme alternating Western and Chinese dishes, with a monthly menu published.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Montessori-based teaching where students progress at their own pace under individual learning plans while meeting high academic standards.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Teaches independence, self-motivation, independent thinking and communication from an early age.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
EAL is taught as a specialist subject by fully qualified teachers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1990, the school has carried on Montessori education for over 35 years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
About 400 families from 21 nationalities take part, supported by the Parents' Association, Student Council and Alumni.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A parent volunteer group that links families and the school, running events and charity activities. Funds are self-financed.
- Parent Coffee Morning
- Clothing Drive
- Charity Book Sale
- Charity Bake Sale
- Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A purpose-built campus of about 19,000 sq m with classrooms, sports fields and play areas for all ages.
- Classrooms
- Sports fields
- Play areas
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Students take part in maths competitions and a chess team, building logical reasoning.
- AMC 8
- Math Kangaroo
- Inter-School Chess Team Challenge
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include winter shows, the MSB Arts Troupe dance group and a Broadway musicals programme.
- Winter shows
- MSB Arts Troupe
- Broadway musicals programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Students learn Chinese language and culture, including traditional festival activities.
- Chinese New Year fair
- Chinese culture lessons
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Bilingual teaching
A dual language programme giving ages 3 to 12 full education in English and Chinese.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Student achievement awards are presented at ceremonies, and students have won art, maths and chess awards.
- Young Artist Award
- Student Achievement Awards
- Math Kangaroo awards
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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