Located in the pioneering international community of Chaoyang District, Beijing, JA International Kindergarten is dedicated to offering excellent education services to children from the ages of 0-6. They aim to preserve children’s aspirations, empower their curiosity, and inspire their passion to find infinite discoveries. JA based all the education programs according to the principles of the IB PYP curriculum, have adopted the Reggio Emilia approach to inspire the children’s natural talents, and inspire them to achieve the impossible. JA’s unique language learning system is devoted to cultivating children to be native speakers in both English and Chinese. All students belong to one House and develop a strong sense of belonging and allegiance to their House during their time at JA. They are committed to cultivating world citizens that are knowledgeable, balanced, empathetic, and enthusiastic about social affairs, and actively contribute to the community.
Address: Located in Chaoyang CBD District, Beijing CBD Campus: 92 Mid Fourth Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
WeChat: JourneyAcademy
Contact: 17150139988 (WeChat), admissions@journey-academy.com
Web: www.journey-academy.com
Founding date: 2016
School type: International Kindergarten (NGO))
School hours: Plan A 8.30am-3.20pm; Plan B 8.30am-4pm; Plan C 8.30am-5pm
Ministry of Education accredited: Yes
Curriculum description: IB PYP, committed to developing curious and lifelong learners. High standard academic learning in dual languages and maths. Very keen to the prime area as physical, personal, social, emotional development. Preserve the children at this age for their natural spark and individuality.
Age range: 0-6
Grades offered: Nursery (Age 1.5-3), Toddler (Age 3-4), Pre-Kindergarten (Age 4-5), Kindergarten (Age 5-6）
Number of students: 75
Foreign passport holders accepted?: Yes
Local Chinese students accepted?: Yes
Nationality of students: Chinese and international
Average class size:12-24 students
Teacher to Student ratio: 1:3-1:4 according to different age groups
Tuition Fee for (2021-2022 Academic Year):
RMB 210,000-RMB 240,000 per school year for different year groups. Please contact the Admissions Office for detailed information.
Dominate Communication Language: English
Classroom Languages: Immersive English Environment. English interpretation instead of translation. Chinese is also used as leading & coordinating language in Chinese and maths learning and activities for developing multi-cultural comprehension.
Other elective languages: French, Germany, and Portuguese
Language learning program: English includes Jolly Phonics, Level Reading and Comprehension, Jolly Grammar, Creative Writing. Chinese includes Chinese Culture, Chinses pinyin, Chinese characters, and Chinese reading.
After-school activities: Summer/winter camps and weekend-school are still opened during holidays.
Scholarships offered? No
Extra help offered? No
Total area (in sqm): CBD Campus 10,000
Facilities: New-air system, SmartBoards, music classrooms, outdoor and indoor sports areas, parents’ reception area. The CBD campus features a great design and a significant eco-friendly environment with fine art and music studios, library, indoor playground, cafeteria, a 200-seat theater, 5000sqm sports field, and playground.
Meals: Lunch , dinner and 2 snacks.
Meal Fee: Please contact the Admissions office for detailed information.
Boarding program?: No
Nurse/doctor on staff: Yes