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Qingdao Amerasia International School

China, Qingdao

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 150,000 - 239,000
Ages 1½ - 18 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 7
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

QAIS (Qingdao Amerasia International School) is a private, not-for-profit international school in Qingdao that serves students from 18 months to 18 years old. The school operates at the Baishan Campus in the Laoshan District, with the campus buildings and facilities designed to support Montessori programs and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum. QAIS offers the IB Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme, and is also accredited by the American Montessori Society for its Toddler and Early Childhood programs. The school moved to the Baishan Campus in 2018 after starting in 2011, and the campus includes Montessori classrooms, science laboratories, a library, a technology lab, and spaces for music, drama and the arts. Beyond classroom learning, QAIS runs a robust after-school program with activities in athletics, arts, robotics, and other clubs, and it organizes regional and international trips for students. The language of instruction is English, with additional language studies integrated into the IB framework. QAIS emphasizes international mindedness, global citizenship, and a student-centered, inquiry-based approach, supported by a diverse staff drawn from many countries. The school also maintains multiple accreditations (IB World School for PYP/MYP/DP, AMS accreditation for Montessori, and CIS/MSA) and participates in community partnerships such as ACAMIS. QAIS publishes ongoing news and resources for families through its site, including information on admissions, tuition, and school life. The campus is described as overlooking Shilaoren Bay, and the school highlights its extensive after-school and co-curricular offerings, including robotics, arts, sports, and service activities.

www.qingdaoamerasia.org

Baishan Campus, Dongjiang, Lao Shan Qu, Qing Dao Shi, China, 266102

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The Essentials

Qingdao Amerasia International School has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English.

Location
QAIS is located at the Baishan Campus, Dongjiang, Shazikou, Laoshan District, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China 266102. The campus is in the Baishan area of Qingdao and is accessible via local transport within the city. The school operates as an international campus serving families from multiple nationalities.

Stages
QAIS serves students from 18 months to 18 years old. The school delivers Montessori programming for toddler and early childhood, and IB programs for the primary through secondary years, including IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Lower School and Upper School structures align with these programs.

Type
QAIS is a co-educational day school. It does not operate boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
QAIS provides a dedicated Student Support team, including Learning Support, an English Language Support program (English Foundation Program), and multilingual counseling services. The school uses MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) to address academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. Parents and teachers can refer students to the support programs as needed.

Country affiliation
QAIS is not affiliated with a specific country; it operates as an international school in China and holds approval from the Chinese Ministry of Education as International School No. 110.

Religious affiliation
QAIS does not have a religious affiliation. The school emphasizes a diverse, inclusive, non-denominational community, with a diversity pledge that includes all faiths.

School day structure
A formal public listing of exact daily start and end times is not published on public pages; QAIS maintains a school calendar with sessions and activities. The school calendar confirms an ongoing, structured program across the academic year.

Bus service
QAIS offers a school bus service with routes organized as part of enrollment. Details about specific bus routes and arrangements are provided during enrollment, and families receive information about bus options through the admissions process.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Qingdao Amerasia International School ranges from RMB 150,000 to RMB 239,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- Non-refundable application fee: CNY 3,000.

Tuition fees (annual, by program / year group)
- Montessori Toddler: CNY 150,000 per year.
- Montessori / IB PYP Early Childhood: CNY 160,000 per year.
- Montessori / IB PYP Grades 1–2: CNY 214,000 per year.
- IB PYP Grades 3–5: CNY 214,000 per year.
- IB MYP Grades 6–10: CNY 231,000 per year.
- IB DP Grades 11–12: CNY 239,000 per year.

Per-term / payment options and billing schedule
- Tuition may be billed as a full-year payment or in half-year (semester) installments. Specific invoicing options and refund consequences differ for full-year payers versus half-year (semester) payers. Mid-year admissions are billed on a weekly prorated basis (based on a 36-week year; 32 weeks for DP2). Tuition for a mid-year start must be paid within seven (7) days of invoice and before the student begins attending. Families paying the full next year's tuition before March 30 may receive a CNY 2,000 discount.

Boarding fees
- QAIS does not list boarding fees in the tuition & fees policy; no boarding fee is published.

Other compulsory or typical annual costs
- Week without Walls (outdoor education / service trips for Grades 5–12): CNY 5,000–12,000 per year (standardized fee collected with the annual tuition invoice; final charges may be adjusted after trip costs are finalized).
- School nutrition (daily snack and lunch): CNY 6,500 per year.
- School transportation (bus): CNY 8,500 per year.
- Deposit (refundable on graduation or withdrawal, subject to conditions): CNY 2,000.
- Uniforms: purchased as needed via the school WeStore; no fixed annual uniform charge is required but ordering notifications are issued each March. The school expects students to wear uniform Monday–Thursday; Friday is casual dress.

Late enrollment, prorating and temporary leave
- Late/mid-year enrollment: tuition is prorated weekly based on a 36-week year (32 weeks for DP2), inclusive of the starting week.
- Temporary leave: parents must notify the school in writing with reasons and expected return date; there is no refund of tuition or fees for a student on temporary leave.

Refund information and withdrawal schedule
- Effective 1 August 2025, refunds for voluntary withdrawal are provided according to the payment method selected (full-year payers versus half-year/semester payers):
- For families who paid full-year tuition: maximum tuition refund schedule is 75% if withdrawal occurs before September 30; 50% if before December 16; 25% if before February 28; no refund after February 28.
- For families who paid half-year (semester) tuition: the policy provides a different schedule (examples in the policy include 50% refund before September 30, no refund for Semester 1 in some windows, and 50% of paid amount for Semester 2 in others); final refund entitlement depends on the semester and date of withdrawal. Nutrition and transportation fees are refundable on a weekly prorated basis (36-week period; 32 weeks for DP2). Refunds are paid by check or bank transfer to the original paying account; refunds cannot be issued where a fapiao cannot be provided.

Late payment charges and enforcement
- Late charge: 2% per month on outstanding balances for the current school year. If fee payment arrangements are not made within 30 calendar days of the due date, the student may be suspended and the seat made available to new applicants. Tuition must be received by the school before a student may attend class.

Payment methods and bank / account details (payment options)
- Accepted methods: cash or bank transfer. The school may also accept payment to its account in US dollars. Credit card payment is not listed as an accepted method in the published policy.
- Bank information published for transfers (Chinese account shown):
- Account holder: Qingdao Amerasia International School (青岛美亚外籍人员子女学校).
- Bank name: Bank of China, Qingdao Xianggang Xi Lu Sub-branch (中国银行青岛香港西路支行).
- Account number: 2403 1242 6983.
- SWIFT code: BKCHCNBJ500.
- Payments in USD may be accepted to this account per the published policy. Parents are responsible for notifying the school of payment and ensuring correct remittance details when paying from company accounts (company registration information in Chinese may be required). Official invoices (fapiao) are issued when payment is received.

Other relevant fee policies
- Early-payment discount: Families paying the full next year's tuition before March 30 may receive a CNY 2,000 discount.
- Week without Walls: the school charges a general standardized fee with the annual invoice and will reimburse or charge the difference once the trip cost is finalized.
- Proof of receipt and invoicing: the school issues an official invoice (fapiao) after payment; refunds by bank transfer must be made to the same account from which the initial payment was made.
Academics

Qingdao Amerasia International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1.5 to 18.

Curriculum
QAIS offers Montessori Toddler and Early Childhood programs accredited by the American Montessori Society and is an IB World School providing the full IB Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The school serves students from 18 months to 18 years, with PYP implemented in the lower/elementary years, MYP for ages 12-16, and DP for ages 16-18. In PYP, students engage with a Program of Inquiry consisting of six transdisciplinary units each year. In MYP, Language and Literature is offered in English, Chinese, and Korean, while Language Acquisition covers English and Chinese; core subject groups include Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical and Health Education, and Design Technology. The Diploma Programme provides the IB DP curriculum for the final two years, enabling university admissions worldwide. QAIS also features the Dream Lab robotics program, robust arts and athletics, and extensive after-school activities as part of its Beyond the Classroom offerings.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission: Begin by completing the online application form at qais.openapply.cn or via the school site. If you have trouble filling out the form, call the admissions team at +86 532 8388-9900 for assistance. This step starts your admissions file and initiates the process of scheduling next steps.

2. Documents Submission: Submit the documents listed at this stage, including a recent passport photo, photocopies of the student's and parents' passport information pages, visa information page, a Medical Form with up-to-date immunization records, and academic records in English. If records are not in English, provide them with a certified English translation if requested. Include any available standardized test scores and documents related to any special needs testing or IEPs.

3. Application Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of 3,000 RMB via bank transfer, cash, or AliPay. A receipt is issued upon payment, and the fee is non-refundable. After payment, the receipt can be brought to the accounting office for official processing.

4. Assessment & Interview: After completing the documents and fee steps, an admissions officer will schedule your child's academic assessment and an interview. Acceptance is determined through a holistic review of the application materials, the assessment results, and the interview performance. English proficiency is specifically assessed to ensure access to the curriculum, and language placement may be considered if needed.

5. Tuition Payment: If your child is offered a place, the Financial Department will issue an invoice for tuition and fees. Payable within two weeks, during which time a health examination form should be completed. Tuition and fees details appear in the Tuition & Fees policy. QAIS can accept payment in US dollars to the designated account, but the amount withdrawn in RMB must align with the balance due.

6. Orientation & Enrollment: A school representative will schedule your enrollment date and invite you to an orientation to review policies, bus routes, email addresses, school uniforms, and other procedures. For Lower School enrollments, a parent–teacher meeting is arranged before the student begins.

Scholarships
QAIS offers scholarships and merit-based awards. The Scholars of Promise Award for DP 1 & 2 is a holistic selection process considering academic achievement, teacher references, an internal examination, and a personal essay, with awards granted based on overall merit. The Amerasia Global Youth Scholarship is designed to attract academically gifted international students from outside China and to support their experience in QAIS and in completing the IB Diploma Programme; inquiries are directed to the school's contact channels. These programs reflect QAIS's commitment to international mindedness and access to high-quality IB/Montessori education.

Waitlist
QAIS uses a Waitpool when a grade level reaches capacity. Applicants in the Waitpool are considered for admission only when an opening emerges and are not guaranteed a place based on the order of application; instead, admissions are determined by the school's priority ranking. The Admissions Office will notify a family immediately if a place becomes available.
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