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Britannia International School Guangzhou

China, Guangzhou

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 127,000 - 186,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 225
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Britannia International School Guangzhou (BIS) is a non-profit, English‑taught Cambridge school for students aged 2–18. The school was founded in 2017 and is a member school of the Canadian International Educational Organization (CIEO). BIS follows the Cambridge pathway from EYFS through IGCSE and Cambridge AS & A Level, and highlights STEAM/IDEALAB and Chinese language programmes within its K–12 offer. The published 2025–2026 fee schedule shows annual tuition ranging from RMB 127,000 (EYFS) to RMB 186,000 (Year 12–13). BIS operates as a day school (no boarding) and publishes a school bus programme and bus fees for routes around Jinshazhou, Guangzhou and neighbouring areas. Typical class sizes are given on the site as approximately 18 in Early Years (Nursery/Reception) and around 25 from Year 1 upward. Sources for the key facts above:

www.bisgz.com

No.4 Chuangjia Road, Jinshazhou, Baiyun District, Guangzhou 510168, Guangzhou, China

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The Essentials

Britannia International School Guangzhou has 225 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
No.4 Chuangjia Road, Jinshazhou (Jinshazhou Island), Baiyun District, Guangzhou. The campus address and contact details are listed on the school website; Jinshazhou is a residential area of Baiyun District so most families reach the school by car, taxi or the school's transport service—check routes with admissions.

Stages
BIS follows a British/Cambridge pathway: Early Years (Pre‑Nursery to Reception, ages ~2–5), Cambridge Primary (Year 1–6, ages 5–11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 7–9, ages 11–14), Cambridge Upper Secondary (Year 10–11, ages 14–16), and Cambridge AS/A‑Level (Year 12–13). The school website lists these sections and age ranges.

Type
Non‑profit, co‑educational international day school that teaches in English and follows the Cambridge/British curriculum. BIS is explicitly a day school with no boarding facilities—students must live with a parent or legal guardian while enrolled.

Additional learning support
BIS operates Learning Services and assesses incoming students to determine if English or mathematics support is needed; English language support is offered (a fee may apply). The admissions information says these Learning Services teachers arrange additional help where required.

Country affiliation
The school describes itself as a member of the Canadian International Educational Organization (CIEO) while delivering a British/Cambridge curriculum; it does not operate as a state school of any single country.

Religious affiliation
BIS is secular and does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure
Typical start times are around 08:20 for Early Years and Primary and around 08:35 for Secondary; lessons finish in the mid‑afternoon (generally between about 15:30 and 16:00 depending on age group). The school also provides supervised before‑ and after‑school care and runs extra‑curricular sessions—confirm exact daily times for your child's year group with admissions.

Bus service
The school offers a school bus service; parents complete a Bus Policy form as part of registration and should contact admissions for specific routes, pick‑up points and fees. Third‑party listings indicate BIS covers central areas of Guangzhou with air‑conditioned buses and supervised routes, but the school's admissions office is the source for current routes, availability and pricing.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Britannia International School Guangzhou ranges from RMB 127,000 to RMB 186,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (annual and half-year)
- EYFS (Kindergarten): Annual RMB 127,000; Half‑year RMB 63,500.
- Year 1–6 (Primary): Annual RMB 139,000; Half‑year RMB 69,500.
- Year 7–9 (Lower Secondary): Annual RMB 169,000; Half‑year RMB 84,500.
- Year 10–11 (Upper Secondary – IGCSE): Annual RMB 170,500; Half‑year RMB 85,250.
- Year 12–13 (Upper Secondary – A Level): Annual RMB 186,000; Half‑year RMB 93,000.

Application and other mandatory fees
- Application fee: RMB 2,000 (initial application only, non‑refundable).
- Resources fee: RMB 4,000 (annual, non‑refundable).
- Insurance: RMB 200 (non‑refundable).
- Uniform: RMB 2,900 (new students expected to purchase one full set; this fee excludes the House T‑shirt).
- Bedding: RMB 500 (only for Pre‑Nursery and Nursery where applicable).
- Lunch and snack fee: RMB 7,200 (annual).

Bus (transport) fees
- Jinshazhou route: Annual RMB 7,000; Semester RMB 4,000.
- Under 8 km from school (including 8 km): Annual RMB 9,000; Semester RMB 5,000.
- 8–15 km from school (including 15 km): Annual RMB 13,000; Semester RMB 7,000.
- Over 15 km from school: Annual RMB 15,000; Semester RMB 8,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms (billing structure and discounts shown)
- Billing structure reflected in published fees: families may pay on an annual (full‑year) basis or on a half‑year (semester) basis using the shown annual and half‑year figures.
- Discount for full payment: an annual tuition discount of RMB 6,000 is applied to families who pay the full tuition in a single payment.
- Early enrolment discount: an additional discount of RMB 3,000 is offered for students who enrol before January 31 and pay the tuition in full.

Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school and has no boarding facilities; therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Refund information
- The following fees are explicitly listed as non‑refundable: Application fee (RMB 2,000), Resources fee (RMB 4,000), and Insurance (RMB 200).
- Other items (tuition, lunch, bus, uniform, bedding) do not have a public, detailed refund schedule displayed alongside the fee table. Where a specific fee is labelled non‑refundable it has been noted above; no comprehensive tuition refund policy or detailed withdrawal/refund schedule is provided with the published fee sheet.

Fee payment options
- The publicly posted fee schedule lists amounts, billing options (annual/half‑year) and discounts but does not list specific payment channels (for example bank account details, accepted card types, or e‑wallet options) on the published fees page.

Summary of what is not published on the fee sheet
- The published fee materials include amounts, the annual/half‑year billing format, discounts, and which small fees are non‑refundable, but they do not publish a complete tuition refund policy or the school's accepted payment methods/banking details alongside the fee schedule.
Academics

Britannia International School Guangzhou teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Britannia International School Guangzhou follows the Cambridge international pathway from Early Years (EYFS) through Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary (IGCSE) and Cambridge AS/A Level.
Early Years covers Pre‑nursery to Reception (age 2–5) using the UK EYFS framework and its seven areas of learning.
Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6, age 5–11) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7–9, age 11–14) deliver Cambridge syllabuses and assessments across a broad programme that includes English, mathematics, science, global perspectives/history/geography, Chinese, STEAM, art, music, PE and ICT.
Cambridge Upper Secondary (Years 10–11, age 14–16) prepares students for Cambridge IGCSEs with core subjects (English, maths, science, PE) and a range of optional subjects such as English Literature, history, additional maths, Chinese, drama, music, art, physics, ICT and global perspectives.
Post‑Year 11 (Years 12–13, age 16–19) students may study Cambridge AS and A Levels; the school lists example A‑level options (e.g., Chinese, history, further maths, geography, biology, physics, English language/literature, business, art, music, maths, chemistry, computer science) and describes standard AS/A‑level assessment routes and exam sessions.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Request information and initial enquiry. Begin by completing the online inquiry/visit-request form so the admissions team can send the school handbook and basic information; the website says they will contact families (for visit requests) within 24 hours. Parents should use the inquiry form to state the child's current year group, nationality/visa status and whether they need transport or lunch services — this helps admissions give accurate next steps.

2. Schedule a meeting with the admissions office. After the initial enquiry, arrange a meeting (virtual or on-campus) with BIS Admissions to discuss year placement, curriculum pathway (EYFS / Cambridge Primary / IGCSE / AS & A Level) and any learning-support needs. Bring questions about class size limits, bus routes and school-day times so the team can confirm availability for your child's age and address.

3. Complete the application and gather required documents. Read the school's admissions policy, then fill in the BIS Student Application Form and any service forms (for example the Bus Policy if you need transport). BIS publishes a specific list of documents: official previous school records in English, passport pages and visa/residence stamps (or HK/Macau/Taiwan documents where relevant), birth certificate, immunization record, medical report from an international clinic (the site suggests Guangdong Int'l Travel Health Care Center as an example), passport-sized photos (for student and parents) and any standardized-test or recommendation letters requested for older children. Parents should prepare certified English translations and notarised copies where required by Chinese administration rules; incomplete documentation will delay processing.

4. Assessment testing and interview scheduling. BIS requires age-appropriate assessment: children aged 3–7 (Early Years up to Year 2) usually attend a half‑ or full‑day classroom session for teacher assessment, while applicants aged 7 and above (Year 3+) sit written English and Mathematics tests at their level; all new students are interviewed by the Principal or COO. These assessments are used to determine learning support needs and correct class placement (they are not solely used to exclude applicants). Expect the school to advise if English-language support is recommended and to explain associated fees for that support.

5. Offer, fee payment and confirmation of place. If BIS offers a place, you will be sent the offer and fee schedule. The published 2025–2026 fee sheet shows the application fee and other charges (see the fees section below); parents should note which fees are non‑refundable (for example the application fee) and the school's stated discounts for full/early payment. Confirm the payment deadlines and the method the school uses to hold a place (some schools require completed acceptance forms and payment of fees to secure a spot). If you need a payment plan or have questions about deadlines/discounts, raise these with admissions at the offer stage.

6. Final enrolment steps and arrival. After payment and acceptance, complete any remaining enrolment paperwork (bus registration if required, medical/insurance forms), purchase or order the initial uniform set and bedding where required, and confirm the child's first‑day logistics (start date, class teacher, supply lists, lunch arrangements). BIS provides parent communication and uses PowerSchool for ongoing records; ask admissions for login details and for any orientation or family‑welcome events. Keep copies of all submitted documents and translations as the school and local authorities may ask for originals at a later date.

Scholarships
The BIS website and its published 2025–2026 tuition sheet do not advertise a scholarship or formal bursary programme. The school's published fees page shows tuition levels, an application fee and a small set of published discounts: an annual tuition discount of RMB 6,000 for families who pay the full tuition amount and an early‑enrolment discount of RMB 3,000 for families who enrol and pay in full before January 31st. Other routine charges shown on the fee sheet include a resources fee, insurance, uniform, bedding (for very young children), lunch/snack fees and bus charges — but no merit or need‑based scholarship schemes are listed. If you are looking for financial assistance, sibling/family discounts, or exceptional-case support, contact the admissions office to ask if any unpublished arrangements exist (admissions@bisgz.com).

Waitlist
BIS states that admissions are open during the school year and that places are allocated with respect to class size limits (Nursery/Reception and Year 1 usually smaller sections). The school website's admissions information notes open intake and class-size constraints but does not provide a formal ‘waitlist' policy on the BIS site itself. Independent listings (International Schools Database) report that a waiting list has been used at times — specifically they note a waiting list for Pre‑Nursery because of high demand and they recommend early registration (they also say families are encouraged to register before July 31st for a new academic year). Because waiting‑list practice can change quickly, I recommend contacting admissions directly (admissions@bisgz.com) to confirm whether a waitlist is operating for the year group you need and what steps (deposit, application form) secure a place on the list.
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