Canadian International School of Beijing
International School in Beijing
Quick answer
Canadian International School of Beijing offers a multi-track IB and Canadian programme, with a highly diverse student body of 60 nationalities. Well-suited to budget-conscious and internationally mobile families. At $3,834–$6,408/year, it sits below the Beijing average — offering strong value. The student body draws from 60 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, Canadian taught at Canadian International School of Beijing.
- Tuition: $3,834–$6,408/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Beijing international school · 1,000 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: It varies from year to year, but on average, 25% of the student population hold Canadian passports.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:20.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
1,000
60 (It varies from year to year, but on average, 25% of the student population hold Canadian passports, 20% US, 15% Korean, the remaining 40% represent 45 nations with the largest representations from Australia, Japan, Malaysia, Italy, India, and Germany.)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO
About Canadian International School of Beijing
Founded during the fall of 2005, the Canadian International School of Beijing offers a world-class facility with an internationally recognized Canadian education curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Programme.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $3,834 – $6,408 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 元201500-元336800 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $8,121(+50%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $9,621 |
| Cost position in Beijing | 47th percentile(mid-range) |
IB, Canadian
IB Diploma
Mandarin, French, Korean
unknown
CISB accepts students with mild learning disabilities and with certain physical disabilities. Nevertheless, CISB cannot accept students whose physical or learning disability is judged by its academic staff to be such that it cannot effectively educate the child.
English as Additional Language
8:20 – Monday to Thursday: 15:35 Friday: 14:30
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Beijing
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: It varies from year to year, but on average, 25% of the student population hold Canadian passports, 20% US, 15% Korean, the remaining 40% represent 45 nations with the largest representations from Australia, Japan, Malaysia, Italy, India, and Germany.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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