Western Academy of Beijing
北京京西学校
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 22.2K–57K
CNY 148K–381K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Independent non-profit international school in Beijing offering the IB curriculum to about 1,400 students, with a Swiss School and home language programmes on campus.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IB MYP · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
1,400
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- JG1 – Grade 12
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 1994
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Entry process
- Interview, Eal test, Math placement
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 |
|---|---|
| Early Years (3/4 years old, half day) | CNY 148,000≈ USD 22.2K |
| Early Years (3/4 years old, full day) | CNY 249,000≈ USD 37.3K |
| Junior Grade 1 - Senior Grade 1 | CNY 296,000≈ USD 44.4K |
| Grades 2-5 | CNY 317,400≈ USD 47.6K |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | CNY 336,800≈ USD 50.5K |
| High School (Grades 9-10) | CNY 370,800≈ USD 55.6K |
| High School (Grades 11-12) | CNY 380,500≈ USD 57K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Early Years (3/4 years old, half day) | CNY 148,000 (about USD 22.2K) |
| Early Years (3/4 years old, full day) | CNY 249,000 (about USD 37.3K) |
| Junior Grade 1 - Senior Grade 1 | CNY 296,000 (about USD 44.4K) |
| Grades 2-5 | CNY 317,400 (about USD 47.6K) |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | CNY 336,800 (about USD 50.5K) |
| High School (Grades 9-10) | CNY 370,800 (about USD 55.6K) |
| High School (Grades 11-12) | CNY 380,500 (about USD 57K) |
Source: school website (wab-edu.cn) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Western Academy of Beijing (this school) | CNY 148,000 (about USD 22.2K) | CNY 380,500 (about USD 57K) |
| 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 (wab-edu.cn) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,100
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 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
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 MYPOffered
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
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Chinese, German, Dutch, Sv, Fi
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Tennis court
- Ice rink
Sports
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Ice skating
Arts
- Arts festivals
After-school activities
- WABTV
- Student Council
- Stop Motion Movie Making
- Lego Club
- Reading for Pleasure
- MS STEAM Team
- Inkblot magazine
- Model United Nations
- Yearbook Committee
- Tiger Sports Entertainment Network
- World Scholars Cup
- ACAMIS Maths Challenge
Upcoming events
- Nov12ThuOpen day13:30 GMT+8 (local time)
Open House - Experience Day: Middle School
Checked 2026-10-29
Check on the school's page - Nov17TueOpen day16:00 GMT+8 (local time)
Open House: Early Years to Elementary School
Checked 2026-10-29
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Compiled from public sources
- Accreditations
- CIS, IB, NEASC
- Memberships
- ACAMIS, COIS, EARCOS
Licence
SFCC: foreign passport holders only
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Uses an integrated support model offering counselling, learning support, EAL and psychological services.
- Counselling
- Learning Support
- English as an Additional Language
- Psychological Services
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
An independent non-profit school governed by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on the IB curriculum, with High School graduation options including the IB Diploma and a Capstone Programme.
- IB Diploma Programme
- Capstone Program
- MYP Personal Project
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Homeroom and subject teachers give first-line support, with Student Support and parents building individual plans.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Provides English as an Additional Language support at all grade levels.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Offers academic and social-emotional counselling and emphasises an inclusive school culture.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1994 by parents and teachers; marked its 30th anniversary in 2025.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Emphasises a diverse community of students, parents, staff and alumni.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Link, a volunteer parent organisation, links families and school and runs community events.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus facilities including swimming, a fitness centre, tennis courts and winter skating are open to families after hours.
- Swimming pool
- Fitness centre
- Tennis courts
- Duck Lake skating
- Libraries
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include swimming, tennis and winter ice skating.
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Ice skating
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Three libraries hold about 60,000 books in 15 languages, plus digital subscriptions.
- Three libraries
- 60,000 books
- Digital subscriptions
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
A Green Campus Compost Station beside Duck Lake supports hands-on sustainability learning.
- Green Campus Compost Station
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Academic activities include World Scholars Cup, a maths challenge and Model United Nations.
- World Scholars Cup
- ACAMIS Maths Challenge
- Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Creative activities include a student magazine, yearbook committees and a school TV programme.
- Inkblot magazine
- Yearbook Committee
- WABTV
- Stop motion movies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Offers Chinese cultural experiences, such as a Grade 7 China Studies trip including kung fu training.
- China Studies trip
- Kung fu
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Global Citizenship and CAS activities encourage community service and action.
- Global Citizenship
- CAS (Creativity, Action, Service)
- Charity Link
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Offers graduated leadership opportunities, including Student Councils in each school section.
- Student Council
- Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Runs curriculum-integrated language courses and after-school home language programmes.
- Chinese
- Spanish
- French
- German
- Dutch
- Swedish
- Finnish
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
The China Studies programme links students with local experts and community partners.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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