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Léman International School Chengdu

China, Chengdu

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 171,500 - 279,500
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Mandarin, French, Korean, German
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Leadership and Professional, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Léman International School Chengdu is a private international day school located in Tianfu New Area, Chengdu. The campus sits on a 50‑acre site at No. 1080 Da'an Road in Zhengxing County, reflecting the school's large but family‑friendly campus environment. The school serves Early Years (ages 2–4), Primary (ages 5–11), and Secondary (ages 12–18). It is part of the Nord Anglia Education family and delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum through the IB Middle Years Programme (for Years 7–11) and the IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13), with globally connected learning through Global Campus and collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School. Language of instruction is English, with Mandarin and French offered as additional languages; Korean and German are available to specific cohorts. The school emphasises small class sizes (about 15 students) and a strong university‑placement track, including high IB results and extensive extracurriculars such as leadership and service opportunities, Model United Nations, and Duke of Edinburgh awards. The campus supports a broad cocurricular program, including arts, sports, and STEAM, and hosts a diverse international community with students from many nationalities.

www.lis-chengdu.com

1080 Chengren Road, Daan Road, Shuangliu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, China

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The Essentials

Léman International School Chengdu has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
The Léman International School Chengdu campus is at No. 1080 Da'an Road, Zhengxing County, Tianfu New Area, Chengdu, Sichuan 610218. The 50-acre campus sits in the Tianfu New Area in the southern part of Chengdu, near modern housing and transport links. This location is designed to serve an international community with convenient access for commuting families.

Stages
The school serves students from Pre-Nursery to Year 13 (ages approximately 2–18). It is organized into Early Years, Primary, and Secondary sections, with Early Years serving the youngest learners and Secondary covering the upper grades.

Type
Léman International School Chengdu is a private international school that operates as a co-educational day school. It serves expatriate families and follows international curricula including IB, with no public boarding provision listed.

Additional learning support
The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Learning Support/SEN services, including differentiated instruction and school-based learning supports. An Educational Psychologist's report detailing any special learning needs may be requested during admissions. The on-site inclusion lead and EAL department work with students to tailor learning plans.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed for LIS Chengdu. It is part of the Nord Anglia Education network of international schools.

School day structure
The international school calendar runs from mid-August to late June. A typical school day includes morning classes, breaks, and a lunchtime period, with a focus on structured learning and activities; staff and student routines are described in the school's daily information and typical day plans.

Bus service
Buses are provided for students, with over 20 school buses operating to major expatriate areas. Buses are equipped with seatbelts and a bus monitor, and there is no extra fee for taking the school bus. A bus service is available to support after-school clubs until 4:30 pm.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Léman International School Chengdu ranges from RMB 171,500 to RMB 279,500 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (annual, per student,)

- Pre-Nursery (Foundation, age 2): RMB 171,500; instalment (2 payments): RMB 85,750; per school-term estimate (annual ÷ 3): RMB 57,167.
- Nursery (Pre-Kindergarten, age 3): RMB 171,500; instalment: RMB 85,750; per school-term estimate: RMB 57,167.
- Reception (Junior Kindergarten, age 4): RMB 199,500; instalment: RMB 99,750; per school-term estimate: RMB 66,500.
- Year 1 (Senior Kindergarten, age 5): RMB 216,000; instalment: RMB 108,000; per school-term estimate: RMB 72,000.
- Year 2 (Grade 1, age 6): RMB 258,500; instalment: RMB 129,250; per school-term estimate: RMB 86,167.
- Year 3 (Grade 2, age 7): RMB 258,500; instalment: RMB 129,250; per school-term estimate: RMB 86,167.
- Year 4 (Grade 3, age 8): RMB 260,000; instalment: RMB 130,000; per school-term estimate: RMB 86,667.
- Year 5 (Grade 4, age 9): RMB 261,000; instalment: RMB 130,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 87,000.
- Year 6 (Grade 5, age 10): RMB 261,000; instalment: RMB 130,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 87,000.
- Year 7 (Grade 6, age 11): RMB 273,500; instalment: RMB 136,750; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,167.
- Year 8 (Grade 7, age 12): RMB 273,500; instalment: RMB 136,750; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,167.
- Year 9 (Grade 8, age 13): RMB 275,000; instalment: RMB 137,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,667.
- Year 10 (Grade 9, age 14): RMB 275,000; instalment: RMB 137,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,667.
- Year 11 (Grade 10, age 15): RMB 275,000; instalment: RMB 137,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,667.
- Year 12 (Grade 11, age 16): RMB 279,500; instalment: RMB 139,750; per school-term estimate: RMB 93,167.
- Year 13 (Grade 12, age 17): RMB 275,000; instalment: RMB 137,500; per school-term estimate: RMB 91,667.

Application and enrolment fees

- Application fee (new students only): RMB 2,500 (non-refundable).
- Enrolment deposit (new students only, payable when accepting an offer): RMB 20,000 (non-refundable; credited against the next term's tuition fees).
- Re-enrolment deposit (returning students only): payable by 30 May each year to guarantee a place and credited against the next term's tuition fees (amount not specified in the published fee summary).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Families may pay tuition in a single annual payment or in two instalments. Payment should be received within 30 days of the tuition invoice being issued. Overdue payments incur a penalty of 5% on the outstanding amount.
- Students enrolling after 1 October are charged on a prorated daily basis with a minimum charge of 10% of the annual fee. Students enrolling after 30 December must pay the tuition in one full payment.

Accepted payment methods and banking

- Electronic bank transfer (RMB and USD bank account details are published for payments). Cash payments are accepted only in Chinese currency (RMB). Debit card payments are accepted. Credit cards are not accepted for tuition payments. A copy of the bank remittance with the child's name and year group should be sent to the finance office after transfer.

Other costs and recurring fees
- Lunch: one-off lunch card fee RMB 20; daily lunch cost Pre-Nursery–Year 7: RMB 33; Year 8–13: RMB 35. Lunch payments are made directly to the contracted catering provider and can be paid in cash, by debit card, WeChat, or bank transfer.
- Uniform: a school uniform is required; items may be purchased online or from the school's uniform shop (specific uniform pricing is not listed in the published fees summary).
- After-school activities: standard after-school clubs are included in tuition; optional paid extracurricular activities provided by external providers incur additional charges.


Academics

Léman International School Chengdu teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Léman International School Chengdu follows a four-stage curriculum: Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 2–5); Primary (ages 5–11) combining the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC); Secondary (ages 11–16) based on the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); and Sixth Form (ages 16–18) offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) alongside the Léman High School Diploma, with IB course certificates available. The Primary path uses the English National Curriculum with IPC, and the Secondary path transitions to the IB framework for Years 7–11 and then the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12–13. English is the main language of instruction; Mandarin is taught from Pre-Nursery through Year 13, French from Year 7, and Korean and German are available to native speakers. LIS Chengdu is accredited by CIS, NEASC, and COBIS and is a member of ACAMIS; as part of Nord Anglia Education, students access collaborations with Juilliard and MIT, plus Global Campus and university counselling support. In 2024–2025 LIS graduates achieved a 100% IB Diploma pass rate with an average score of 38, a perfect 45 was attained by one student, and 46% scored 40 or above.

Student Teacher Ratio
Early Years teacher–student ratio is 1:8; overall classroom ratios by other stages are not published.

Exam Results
In 2024–2025 LIS graduates achieved a 100% IB Diploma pass rate with an average score of 38 points; one student achieved a perfect 45, and 46% scored 40 or higher.

Higher Education Progression
A University Counsellor supports applications to top universities worldwide, including Oxbridge and leading art and design institutes.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Make online enquiry. Begin the application by submitting an online enquiry form. After submission, the admissions team will contact you to acknowledge receipt and answer initial questions about the school and the admissions process. You can request a campus tour or a virtual discovery meeting to learn more about the curriculum, facilities, and staff. You should start reviewing the entry requirements and preparing any documents you'll later need to provide.

2. Receive a reply from Léman. After you've submitted your online enquiry, you'll be contacted by the admissions office to discuss next steps and clarify any questions. This initial contact helps align expectations and can outline available visit options or next steps in the process. You may use this opportunity to confirm questions about timelines, documents, and program specifics.

3. Book a visit to campus or a virtual discovery meeting. Schedule a visit to the campus to explore facilities, learn about the curriculum, and meet with teachers or staff. If travel restrictions apply, you can opt for a virtual discovery meeting instead. The on-site or virtual session provides a chance to see classrooms, resources, and the school environment first-hand.

4. Make a formal admissions application. If you decide to apply formally for admission to Léman, fill out the online application form and submit supporting documents. The school notes a rolling admissions process, with applications accepted throughout the year as long as there are places available. You'll need to meet entry requirements and provide documents such as your child's passport, immunisation records, two years of school reports, parent questionnaire, language profile (Year 3-13), and teacher recommendations (Year 1-13).

Scholarships
There is no published information about internal, school-run scholarships at LIS Chengdu.

Waitlist
LIS Chengdu uses rolling admissions and accepts applications year-round, provided there are places available in the relevant year group. There is no published reference to a formal waitlist or pool system in the admissions materials.
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