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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) 北京巴基斯坦大使馆学院</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) is a full-time, co-educational English-medium school offering internationally recognized CIE University of Cambridge, IGCSE/GCE O Levels and [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) is a full-time, co-educational English-medium school offering internationally recognized CIE University of Cambridge, IGCSE/GCE O Levels and International AS and A Level programs. For Pakistani students, PECB offers Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) approved syllabus for Secondary School Certificate and Higher Secondary School Certificate. PECB caters to children of expat Pakistanis, diplomatic staff posted in Beijing, and the international community. The faculty consists of qualified staff employed from Pakistan and locally. All senior staff holds at least a Master&rsquo;s degree in their respective discipline and teaching qualifications. All staff are experienced in delivering Pakistani and international education, and have been selected from Pakistan&rsquo;s top institutions. In addition, the Ambassador of Pakistan to China serves as the Ex-Officio Chairman of the Board of Governors.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date:</strong> 1969<br /><strong>Age range: </strong>4-19<br /><strong>Grades offered: </strong>Kindergarten to HSSC (for Pakistani students only); Kindergarten to CIE &lsquo;AS&rsquo;/&rsquo;A&rsquo; Level (for Pakistani and non-Pakistani students)<br /><strong>School type:</strong> Higher Secondary Public School<br /><strong>Total area: </strong>2,000sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description: </strong>A blend of British and Pakistani curricula<br /><strong>Boarding program:</strong> No<br /><strong>Number of students:</strong> 425<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education?</strong> Special permission was accorded by the Prime Minister to establish PECB<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Application fee: RMB 500<br />&bull; Admission fee (one-time): RMB 3,100 (LKG to Class I), RMB 3,600 (Class II to V), RMB 3,900 (Class VI to VIII), RMB 5,300 (O Levels), and RMB 6,400 (A Levels) LKG to Class I: RMB 37,200<br />&bull; Class II-V: RMB 43,200<br />&bull; Class VI-VIII: RMB 46,800<br />&bull; Levels: RMB 63,600<br />&bull; A Levels: RMB 76,800<br />&bull; Security deposit (refundable): RMB 1,500<br />&bull; Transportation fee: RMB 700<br />&bull; Examination fee (annual): RMB 200<br /><strong>Lunch offered:</strong> N/A<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> Pakistan, Nigeria, Sudan, Greece, and Egypt<br /><strong>Primary teaching language:</strong> English<br /><strong>Other languages taught:</strong> Urdu, Chinese<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> Maximum: 25, Minimum: 5<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio: </strong>1:8<br /><strong>School hours:</strong> 8am-1.40pm (Grade LKG to Grade III), 8.00am-2.50pm (Grade IV to HSSC/O/AS/A Levels)<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> Martial arts, Arabic language, Chinese language<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered? </strong>No<br /><strong>Extra help offered?</strong> Summer classes available on a needs basis<br /><strong>Scholarships offered?</strong> No<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Classroom with smartboard, dedicated play areas for different age groups, laboratories, library, and athletic facilities<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available</strong>? Yes, doctor available on campus<br /><strong>Contact: </strong>Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) Embassy of Pakistan Compound, 1 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6532 1905/6660 ext. 6115, pecb20112011@hotmail.com) www.pecbj.com 朝阳区东直门外 大街1号巴基斯坦大使馆学校</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: National Institute of Technology (NIT) 北京爱迪（国际）学校</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 The National Institute of Technology (NIT) is the result of a cooperation between the Chinese and Australian governments, with investment from the [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>The National Institute of Technology (NIT) is the result of a cooperation between the Chinese and Australian governments, with investment from the Aidi Education Group. NIT now consists of a bilingual kindergarten, an elementary school, a junior high school and an English-speaking high school. Currently, there are more than 3,200 students from over ten countries and regions, including Australia, US, Canada, the UK, and more. It is currently the international school with the most students in China.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date:</strong> 1997<br /><strong>Age range:</strong> 3-18<br /><strong>Grades offered: </strong>Kindergarten to Grade 12<br /><strong>School type:</strong> International school<br /><strong>Total area:</strong> 556 acres<br /><strong>Curriculum description:</strong> Elementary School and Junior High School, bilingual; English-speaking High School, Chinese, WACE, ASE A-level, and AP<br /><strong>Boarding program:</strong> Yes, Kindergarten to High School<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>3,200<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Kindergarten: RMB 170,300<br />&bull; Elementary school: RMB 159,000<br />&bull; Junior high school: RMB 159,000<br />&bull; High school: RMB 169,500 (WACE), RMB 219,500 (ASE), RMB 209,500 (A-Level)<br />&bull; Transportation fee: RMB 10,000 per year<br /><strong>Lunch offered:</strong> Organic Chinese, western, and vegetarian options; menu is updated weekly on the website<br /><strong>Nationality of students: </strong>China, Australia, Canada, US, Britain, South Korea<br /><strong>Primary teaching languages: </strong>English and Chinese<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> 20<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio:</strong> 1:3<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>8.40am-4.20pm<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> Golf, piano, swimming, art, dancing, opera, model airplane, radio, calligraphy, kung fu, chess, vocal music singing, Model United Nations, winter and summer camps, and volunteering<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered?</strong> Case-by-case basis<br /><strong>Extra help offered?</strong> IELTS ,TOEFL, and SAT/ACT training course<br /><strong>Scholarships offered? </strong>Yes, merit-based<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Regulation-sized 400m racetrack, turf soccer field, golf fields, tennis courts, cricket field, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, swimming pool, gym, fencing hall, taekwondo studio, library, computer room, piano room, lecture hall, theater, x-ray security<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available?</strong> Fulltime school doctor and nurse at the on-site clinic<br /><strong>Contact:</strong> CBD International Education Park, 7 Louzizhuang Lu, Chaoyang District (84390808, jinyumei@aidi.edu.cn) www.nitbj.com.cn 朝阳区楼梓庄路7号爱迪国际教育园区</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: The Family learning House 德育苑</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 The Family Learning House teaches children virtues, Chinese culture, and world citizenship. Recognized as a model kindergarten by the Chaoyang Ministry of [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>The Family Learning House teaches children virtues, Chinese culture, and world citizenship. Recognized as a model kindergarten by the Chaoyang Ministry of Education, The Family Learning House is a virtues-based, bilingual preschool dedicated to acquiring knowledge and good character for the purpose of serving humanity. In addition to its &ldquo;Virtues in Us&rdquo; character education program, the school aims to provide an academically stimulating Montessori and Chinese curriculum. The Family Learning House includes a petting farm, organic produce, and a child-directed recycling program. Additionally, the curriculum places strong emphasis on art and music, offering daily piano lessons for all 4.5-6 year old children. Students participate in monthly educational outings, community service projects, and multicultural celebrations. The school seeks to foster a learning community involving students, teachers, <em>ayis</em>, and families.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date: </strong>2014<br /><strong>Age range:</strong> 2-6 years<br /><strong>Grades offered:</strong> Kindergarten<br /><strong>School type: </strong>Bilingual virtues-based Montessori kindergarten<br /><strong>Total area: </strong>4,000sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description:</strong> Bilingual, Montessori, virtues education<br /><strong>Boarding program:</strong> No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>300-350<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Tuition fees: Full-day RMB 110,000/year<br /><strong>Lunch offered: </strong>Nutritionally-balanced Chinese and western meals with many options; lunch is included in tuition<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> Mixed<br /><strong>Primary teaching languages:</strong> Chinese and English<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> 25-30 (primary); 20-25 (toddler)<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio:</strong> 1:5<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>8.30am-4pm<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Montessori classrooms with child-size kitchen and library, certified Montessori learning materials, piano in each classroom, five outdoor playgrounds with vegetable garden, art room, multi-purpose room, and parents&rsquo; coffee lounge<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available? </strong>Yes, full-time<br /><strong>Contact:</strong><br />&bull; Wangjing Campus: Building A, Yuan Yang Wan He Cheng, Yu Hui East Road, Chaoyang District (8436 8211 ext 801 reception/815 admissions office, info@deyuyuankindergarten.com) www.deyuyuankindergarten.com 朝阳<br />区育慧东路远洋万和城A区<br />&bull; Jianwai SOHO Campus: Beside Bldg 14, Jianwai SOHO West Area, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5869 7540 ext 800 reception/801 office, info@thefamilylearninghouse.com) www.thefamilylearninghouse.com 朝阳区东三环39中路建外SOHO西区旁边大厦14</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Bonita Kindergarten 北京市丰台区邦尼幼儿园</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Bonita Kindergarten was established as a premium kindergarten in 2013. The kindergarten has been widely recognized and highly valued as it strives [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Bonita Kindergarten was established as a premium kindergarten in 2013. The kindergarten has been widely recognized and highly valued as it strives to create a wonderful environment for studying and living. The main campus has a beautiful environment, educational equipment, and spacious facilities. Based on international advanced teaching ideas and methods, Bonita understands that every child is unique and needs to be respected. All the teachers in Bonita Kindergarten believe that children need to be treated as individuals and feel safe and secure, with opportunities for learning through play, interacting with others and being involved in decision-making. Everything Bonita does is about making children grow up happy and healthy. The school is dedicated to nurturing children to become wholesome, foresighted citizens.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date: </strong>2013<br /><strong>Age range:</strong> 2-6 years<br /><strong>Grades offered:</strong> Kindergarten<br /><strong>School type:</strong> Private school<br /><strong>Total area: </strong>2,279sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description:</strong> America Bonita Kindergarten&rsquo;s Textbook Festival Courses Chinese Class<br /><strong>Boarding program: </strong>No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>180<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2015-2016 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Tuition fees: Regular class RMB 36,240, international class RMB 48,240<br />&bull; Uniform and bedding: RMB 1,500<br />&bull; Materials: regular class RMB 400 per year, international class RMB 1,800 per year<br /><strong>Lunch offered: </strong>Chinese food RMB 480 per month<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> China, Japan<br /><strong>Primary teaching languages: </strong>Chinese, English<br /><strong>Other languages taught as electives:</strong> English<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> 25<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio:</strong> 1:5<br /><strong>School hours:</strong> 8am-5pm<br /><strong>After-school activities: </strong>Dance, kung fu, yoga, painting, science, roller skating, I-go, and more<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered?</strong> No<br /><strong>Extra help offered? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Scholarships offered? </strong>No<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Art gallery, art classroom, piano classroom, multimedia classroom, outdoor playground<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available?</strong> Yes, full-time school doctors<br /><strong>Contact:</strong><br />Bonita Kindergarten Bldg 7, Hongshijiayuan<br />Community 26 Songzhuang Road, Fengtai District<br />(5246 2950, bangniyoueryuan@163.com) 北京市丰台区宋庄路26号院7号楼</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: The High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China 人大附中 (RDFZ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 The High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China (commonly known in China as Renda Fuzhong, or abbreviated to RDFZ) is now [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>The High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China (commonly known in China as Renda Fuzhong, or abbreviated to RDFZ) is now enjoying a high level of recognition both in China and abroad. It has developed relationships and partnerships with 46 schools overeas, including Thomas Jefferson Science High School and Phillips Academy And over in the US, Eton College in UK, etc. The school is now offering the Chinese Training Course, Regular Chinese Curriculum, as well as British A-Levels, IBDP, and American AP courses. The international faculty consists of 60 international teachers and more than 200 international students represented by more than 20 countries. Each year, over 85 percent of the international graduates are admitted to renowned universities including Beijing University, Tsinghua University, and Renmin University of China. More than one thousand students have won gold or silver medals in competitions at international and national levels.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date:</strong> 1950<br /><strong>Age Range:</strong> 12-15 (foreign passport holder with a legal guardian in Beijing during his/her study period at RDFZ)<br /><strong>Grades Offered: </strong>Grade 7-11<br /><strong>School type:</strong> A Key Public School under the direct leadership of Ministry of Education<br /><strong>Total area of campus: </strong>100,000sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum Description:</strong> Chinese Training Class, Regular Class, British A-Level Program, American AP Program, IBDP<br /><strong>Boarding Program: </strong>Yes, students from different grades can choose accommodation according to their own needs<br /><strong>Number of current international students:</strong> 210<br /><strong>Is the school registered with the Ministry of Education?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 Academic Year):</strong><br />&bull; Application fee: None<br />&bull; Chinese training class: RMB 21,800 per semester<br />&bull; Regular class: RMB 25,000 per semester<br />&bull; British A-Level Program: RMB 40,000 per semester<br />&bull; American AP Program: RMB 45,000 per semester<br />&bull; IBDP: RMB 50,000 per semester<br />&bull; Accommodation fees: Room for 3 persons: RMB 6,200 per bed per semester; Room for 2 persons: RMB 9,300 per bed per semester<br />&bull; School uniforms, books, food, student visa fee: RMB 400<br />&bull; Insurance for foreign students: RMB 600<br />&bull; Extracurricular activities: Cost varies<br />Lunch offered: The school canteen provides students and teachers three meals daily with a large variety of food<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> Korea, US, Singapore, Canada, Australia, Japan, and Kazakhstan<br /><strong>Primary teaching languages:</strong> Chinese and English<br /><strong>Other languages taught as electives:</strong> Spanish, German, Japanese, French, Russian, Korean, and more<br /><strong>Average Class size: </strong>Ranges from 5 to 45 students per class<br /><strong>Teacher/student ratio: </strong>1:9<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>8am-4.30pm<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> RDFZ offers a variety of clubs and activities based on students&rsquo; interests, including sporting games, movie festivals, animation exhibitions, photography, and more<br /><strong>Scholarships offered: </strong>Yes, scholarships for international students include the scholarship for excellent students and scholarship for excellent graduates<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Gymnasium, indoor swimming pool, soccer field with a 400-meter track around it, basketball and volleyball courts, library with regular and electronic reading spaces both for students and teachers, and various science laboratories; there is also a large canteen with first class facilities and a 30,000sqm student dormitory<br /><strong>School nurse:</strong> On-site clinic with doctors and nurses<br /><strong>Contact:</strong> 37 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District (6251 3962, 6251 209, guojibu3962@sina.com) www.rdfz.cn 海淀区中关村大街37<br />号人大附中国际部</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Ganeinu International School and Menorah Academy of the Capital Middle School (MAC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Ganeinu International School and MAC are nurturing places for children to discover their unique personalities and abilities. The school is dedicated to [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Ganeinu International School and MAC are nurturing places for children to discover their unique personalities and abilities. The school is dedicated to providing the best possible secular education as well as an introduction to the traditions of Judaism. The primary focus is on the needs to the individual child and how they can best reach their potential. The school believes that by providing small, family-like classes, both the children and their parents can be cared for and have their needs met. Ganeinu strives to instill honesty, kindness, global citizenship, and life-long learning as well as pride for their heritage and Israel.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date: </strong>August 2003<br /><strong>Age range: </strong>18 months-13 years<br /><strong>Grades offered: </strong>Nursery, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-8<br /><strong>School type: </strong>Jewish Day School<br /><strong>Total area: </strong>2,200sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description: </strong>Montessori and an integrated international curriculum from Israel and the US<br /><strong>Boarding program: </strong>No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>40-60<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education?</strong> No<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted? </strong>No<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Application fee: RMB 1,600<br />&bull; Tuition fees: Nursery (18 months to 3 years): RMB 66,000 (half day), RMB 82,000 (full day), Kindergarten (ages 3-6): RMB 99,000, Grades 1-2: RMB 120,000, Grades 3-8 and MAC: RMB 130,000<br />&bull; Transportation: RMB 1,000 per month<br />&bull; Uniforms: required for elementary students and sold separately through the school<br />Lunch offered: Hot lunch daily (included in fees)<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> Israel, US, Britain, South Africa, and more<br /><strong>Primary teaching language(s):</strong> In elementary and MAC, Hebrew for Jewish<br />studies (40 percent), English for general studies (40 percent), and Chinese language (20 percent); in Nursery and Kindergarten, native Chinese, English, and Hebrew speakers co-teach<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> 12 (Nursery and Kindergarten), 4-6 (Elementary), 2-4 (MAC) Average teacher/student ratio: 1:4 (Nursery and Kindergarten), 1:4 to 1:6 (Elementary), 1:2 to 1:4 (MAC)<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>Mon-Thu 8.30am-3.30pm, Fri 8.30am-2.30pm<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> PE, swimming, art, TKe technology workshops, art, cooking, Israeli dance, yoga<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered? </strong>Special needs students are integrated into the<br />regular classroom according to an Individual Education Plan (IEP)<br /><strong>Extra help offered?</strong> ESL, HSL, and CSL as well as extra tutoring is available<br /><strong>Scholarships offered? </strong>Yes, as well as sibling discounts on tuition<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Grassy area and outdoor playground, art room, music room, children&rsquo;s kitchen for cooking and baking classes, IT room, and library<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available? </strong>No<br /><strong>Contact:</strong> Ganeinu International School and Menorah Academy of the Capital Middle School (MAC) 262 Grand Hills, Jingshun Lu, Chaoyang District (8470 8238 ext. 210, dini@ganeinubeijing.cn, ganeinuinternational@yahoo.com) 朝阳区京顺路香江路口大湖山庄262</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Ivy Academy (IA) 艾毅国际幼儿园</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Ivy Academy is part of Ivy Schools and accepts students of ages 2 through 6. It offers an English speaking environment taught [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Ivy Academy is part of Ivy Schools and accepts students of ages 2 through 6. It offers an English speaking environment taught by a team of highly qualified early childhood educators who customize the theory influenced curriculum according to the children&rsquo;s interests. There are two locations in Beijing.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date: </strong>2004 (Ivy Academy East Lake Villas Campus), 2013 (Ivy Academy Central Park Campus)<br /><strong>Age range: </strong>2-6<br /><strong>Grades offered: </strong>Nursery to Kindergarten<br /><strong>School type:</strong> International preschool and kindergarten<br /><strong>Total area:</strong> East Lake Villas Campus is 580 sqm; Central Park Campus is 600 sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description:</strong> Multiple Intelligences theory<br /><strong>Boarding program:</strong> No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>65 (Ivy Academy East Lake Villas Campus), 75 (Ivy Academy Central Park Campus)<br /><strong>Is the school registered with the Ministry of Education?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted?</strong> Yes<br />Tuition fees (2015-2016 academic year):<br />&bull; Application fee: RMB 2,000<br />&bull; Tuition fees for one academic year: RMB 159,000<br />Type of lunch offered: Chinese, western, and special diets<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> Australia, Britain, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, US, China<br /><strong>Primary teaching language: </strong>English<br /><strong>Other languages taught as electives:</strong> None<br /><strong>Average class size: </strong>15-25 students per class depending on classroom size<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio: </strong>1:5/6 depending on age level<br /><strong>School hours:</strong> 8.30-11.30am (half-day); 8.30am-3.30pm (full-day)<br /><strong>After-school activities: </strong>Extended care available<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered: </strong>No<br /><strong>Extra help offered (tutoring, ESL/ESOL, etc.):</strong> No<br /><strong>Scholarships offered:</strong> No<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Library, art classroom, and children&rsquo;s kitchen<br /><strong>School nurse/doctor available on campus?</strong> Yes, full-time school nurse<br /><strong>Contact:</strong><br />&bull; East Lake Villas Campus: Suite C-101, East Lake Villas, 35 Dongzhimenwai Main Street, Dongcheng District (8451 1380/1, info-EL@ivyschools.com) 东城区东直门外大街35号东湖别墅C座101室<br />&bull; Central Park Campus: Building 24 Central Park, Chaowai Street, Chaoyang District (5738 4559, 6597 0250, info-CP@ivyschools.com) 朝外大街6号新城国际公寓24号楼</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Beijing BISS International School (BISS) 北京BISS国际学校</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Conveniently located in central Beijing near the Olympic Sports Center, Beijing BISS International School is a progressive, multi-cultural school, offering all three [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Conveniently located in central Beijing near the Olympic Sports Center, Beijing BISS International School is a progressive, multi-cultural school, offering all three academic International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to all students in Grades Pre-K2 (2-year old nursery) through Grade 12. BISS uses research-based learning methodologies and advanced technology integration at all grade levels to enable students to become successful 21st century learners. The Optimal Learning Center and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program deliver comprehensive, individualized learning support to all students. The school&rsquo;s comprehensive Languages Program and extensive extracurricular and field-education programs help to develop internationally minded citizens and enhance the dynamic BISS classroom experience.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date:</strong> 1994<br /><strong>Age range:</strong> 2-18 years<br /><strong>Grades offered:</strong> Pre-K2-Grade 12<br /><strong>School type:</strong> International school licensed by the Beijing Education Commission; authorized by the IB (PYP, MYP, DP)<br /><strong>Total area:</strong> 5,000sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description: </strong>International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP)<br /><strong>Boarding program: </strong>No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>250-350<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted? </strong>No<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2015-2016 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Registration fee: RMB 10,000<br />&bull; Tuition fees: Pre-K-Kindergarten RMB 160,000; Grades 1-5 RMB 215,000; Grades 6-12 RMB 250,000<br />&bull; Refundable deposit: RMB 18,000-23,000<br />&bull; ESOL fee (if applicable): RMB 20,000<br />&bull; Transportation: At cost depending on route<br />Lunch offered: Asian and western food with vegetarian and healthy options RMB 25<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> 28 different nationalities, including South Korea, US, Japan, India, and Hong Kong<br /><strong>Primary teaching language: </strong>English<br /><strong>Other languages taught:</strong> Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish<br /><strong>Average class size:</strong> 18<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio: </strong>1:6<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>8.10am-3.15pm<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> Sports, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, languages, robotics, design, and more<br /><strong>Special needs programs offered? </strong>Optimal Learning Center (OLC) for special needs and for gifted and talented<br /><strong>Extra help offered? </strong>Immersion ESOL support (in-class), Intensive English Program for beginners<br /><strong>Scholarships offered? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>School facilities:</strong> Over 30 classrooms, two libraries, music, drama and art studios, science labs, design and technology labs, multi-purpose auditorium, crystal courtyard auditorium, cafeteria, medical clinic, ES gymnasium, all-weather running track, multi-purpose courts, rock-climbing wall, playgrounds, five-a-side all-weather soccer field, access to the Olympic<br />Centre and/or Hilton and Crowne Plaza Hotel swimming pools for sports and PE, 1:1 laptop program in grades 3-12, iPad class sets for elementary, and campus-wide Wi-Fi<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available? </strong>Yes, full-time<br /><strong>Contact: </strong>Beijing BISS International School (BISS) No. 17, Area 4, Anzhen Xili, Chaoyang District (6443 3151, admissions@ biss.com.cn) www.biss.com.</p>
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		<title>2016 School Choice Guide Focus: Beijing No. 55 High School International Students Section 北京市第五十五中学国际学生部</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2016 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the Beijing International School Expo on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 beijingkids School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4 Beijing No. 55 High School is a city-level key school. Upon the approval of the Chinese Foreign Ministry and Beijing Municipal Government [...]]]></description>
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<p><i>In anticipation of the <a href="http://www.beijing-kids.com/events/Beijing-International-School-Expo-2016">Beijing International School Expo</a> on January 16-17, we&#8217;re highlighting local and international schools around Beijing from the upcoming 2016-2017 </i>beijingkids<i> School Choice Guide, which comes out on January 4</i></p>
<p>Beijing No. 55 High School is a city-level key school. Upon the approval of the Chinese Foreign Ministry and Beijing Municipal Government in 1975, the school was opened to foreign students. In 1994, the International Baccalaureate Organization approved the school to become its first Chinese member. Soon, the school became widely acknowledged as one of the most exemplary schools in the Asian-Pacific region. On the basis of its quality education and teaching resources, dual-course system, and various activities against a multicultural backdrop, the school has provided students with a variety of extra-curricular courses suited to each individual&rsquo;s age, gender, capabilities, and language skills, enabling them to become active, creative, caring, and responsible global citizens.</p>
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<p><strong>Founding date:</strong> 1975<br /><strong>Age range:</strong> 10-17<br /><strong>Grades offered:</strong> Grades 7-12<br /><strong>School type:</strong> Local public school<br /><strong>Total area: </strong>44,525sqm<br /><strong>Curriculum description:</strong> Chinese National Curriculum and IB<br /><strong>Boarding program:</strong> No<br /><strong>Number of students: </strong>500<br /><strong>Is the school accredited by the Ministry of Education? </strong>Yes<br /><strong>Foreign passport holders accepted?</strong> Yes<br /><strong>Local Chinese students accepted? </strong>No<br /><strong>Tuition fees (2016-2017 academic year):</strong><br />&bull; Application fee: RMB 2,000<br />&bull; Junior Middle School (Grades 7-9): RMB 63,800 (Chinese class), RMB 72,500 (English MYP class)<br />&bull; High School (Grades 10-12): RMB 70,600 (Chinese), RMB 83,800 (DP foundation program and class)<br />&bull; Library deposit: RMB 3,000<br />&bull; Transportation fee: RMB 5,000-6,000 per year<br />&bull; Lunch fee: RMB 20 per day<br />Lunch offered: Chinese and western style buffet<br /><strong>Nationality of students:</strong> US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea<br /><strong>Primary teaching languages: </strong>Chinese and English<br /><strong>Average class size: </strong>10-22<br /><strong>Average teacher/student ratio: </strong>1:5<br /><strong>School hours: </strong>8.30am-3.10pm<br /><strong>After-school activities:</strong> Soccer, basketball, taekwondo, Beijing opera, diabolo, street dance, music, robot building, band, painting, comic club, print, Chinese calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, taichi with fans, chess, oil painting, computers, design, crafts, skateboarding, song writing, and Spanish<br /><strong>Scholarships offered?</strong> Scholarships for outstanding graduates<br /><strong>School facilities: </strong>Playground, indoor basketball gymnasium, indoor badminton gymnasium, indoor taekwondo gymnasium, two libraries, outdoor soccer field, small theater, lecture hall, four chemistry laboratories, four physics laboratories, four biology laboratories, biology classroom, geography classroom,<br />history classroom, three art classrooms, and two music classrooms<br /><strong>School nurse or doctor available?</strong> Yes, full-time<br /><strong>Contact:</strong> 12 Xinzhong Jie, Dongcheng District (6416 0723/9531, bj55iss@163.com) www.bj55iss.com 东城区新中街12号</p>
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