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Swiss School Beijing

China, Beijing

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees RMB 205,000 - 332,000
Ages 3 - 14 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum German Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, English, French, German
Strengths Languages, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Swiss School Beijing opened in August 2017 as the German-language section of the Western Academy of Beijing (WAB). The school follows the Swiss curriculum (Lehrplan 21) taught primarily in German while students also take daily Chinese lessons and access WAB's English-medium programmes. French is introduced from Grade 5. Classes run from Early Years and Kindergarten through Primary (Grades 1–5) and Middle School (Grades 6–9). The school operates on the WAB campus and students use WAB facilities such as the library and sports areas. Transportation within the WAB bus network is included in tuition. The Association Swiss School Beijing is a Swiss-registered non-profit and the school is recognised under Switzerland's framework for Swiss schools abroad. For families relocating from overseas, the school offers a German-language Swiss curriculum inside an international campus context and daily access to Chinese language teaching plus English immersion at WAB.

ssbj.wab-edu.cn

10 Lai Guang Ying Dong Lu, Chao Yang District, Beijing 100102, P.R.C.

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The Essentials

Swiss School Beijing has instruction in German, English.

Location
The Swiss School Beijing is located on the Western Academy of Beijing (WAB) campus at 10 Lai Guang Ying Dong Lu in Chaoyang District, Beijing (postal code 100102). The campus is in the city's Chaoyang area with access to WAB's on-site facilities; specific local transport details and maps are on the school's contact page.

Stages
The school covers Swiss-style early years through lower secondary: Nursery/Pre‑Kindergarten and Kindergarten, Primary (Grades 1–5) and Middle School (Grades 6–9). It was established as the German‑language section of WAB and has rolled classes out since opening in 2017.

Type
The Swiss School Beijing is a co‑educational German‑language section operating within the Western Academy of Beijing and run by the non‑profit Association Swiss School Beijing; it is recognised by the Swiss government. Students remain on the WAB campus and use WAB facilities as part of the partnership.

Additional learning support
Student support and special educational needs are managed through WAB's Learning Support arrangements: the school can accept students with mild learning needs on a case‑by‑case basis and provides in‑class support, small‑group interventions and Individual Learning Plans where appropriate. Decisions about admissions and the level of support required are made in consultation with parents and the learning‑support team.

Country affiliation
The Swiss School Beijing is affiliated with Switzerland as a recognised Swiss School Abroad and its patron canton is Zürich; it operates under the Association Swiss School Beijing.

Religious affiliation
The school does not state any religious affiliation; it presents itself as a secular Swiss curriculum section within the international WAB community.

School day structure
Daily arrival aligns with WAB's elementary routines: buses normally arrive between about 8:10 and 8:30 in the morning. Afternoon dismissal follows WAB's half‑day and full‑day timings (half‑day departures around 12:00; full‑day departures around 15:30), and the school uses WAB's campus timetable for breaks and lunch.

Bus service
WAB provides a student bus service to and from school for the Swiss School students; buses typically arrive between 8:10–8:30 and depart at about 12:00 (half day) or 15:30 (full day). The school's information notes that bus transportation within the designated WAB network is included in the tuition; route details and timing can vary with traffic and are managed by WAB. For enrolment or route questions the Swiss School Admissions or WAB transport office can provide the current stops and schedules.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Swiss School Beijing ranges from RMB 205,000 to RMB 332,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- Application fee: RMB 2,100 per applicant (one-time). This fee is non‑refundable and non‑transferable.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term equivalent)
- Early Years: Annual tuition RMB 205,000. Per-term equivalent (annual ÷ 3): approximately RMB 68,333 per term.
- Kindergarten 1: Annual tuition RMB 225,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 75,000 per term.
- Kindergarten 2 / Junior Grade 1: Annual tuition RMB 244,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 81,333 per term.
- Grade 1 / Senior Grade 1: Annual tuition RMB 268,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 89,333 per term.
- Grade 2: Annual tuition RMB 279,000. Per-term equivalent: RMB 93,000 per term.
- Grade 3: Annual tuition RMB 279,000. Per-term equivalent: RMB 93,000 per term.
- Grade 4: Annual tuition RMB 279,000. Per-term equivalent: RMB 93,000 per term.
- Grade 5: Annual tuition RMB 279,000. Per-term equivalent: RMB 93,000 per term.
- Grade 6: Annual tuition RMB 299,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 99,667 per term.
- Grade 7: Annual tuition RMB 299,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 99,667 per term.
- Grade 8: Annual tuition RMB 299,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 99,667 per term.
- Grade 9: Annual tuition RMB 332,000. Per-term equivalent: approximately RMB 110,667 per term.

(Note: the school publishes annual tuition amounts. The per‑term figures above are the annual amount divided by three and presented as an approximate per‑term equivalent.)

What the tuition covers and what is not included
- Included within the annual tuition: required textbooks and school supplies, most after‑school activities, and membership of the Association Swiss School Beijing. Bus transportation within the designated WAB school bus network is provided without additional charge.
- Not included in tuition (examples of additional costs you should budget for): intercity travel for competitions, conference‑related travel, individual private music lessons, additional after‑school swim lessons, and additional language programs outside the curriculum. Students are required to purchase certain items such as laptops and calculators. Daily lunch/snacks are charged separately and typically cost in the range of RMB 30–45 per day.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; the campus operates as a day school (no boarding facilities).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A non‑refundable portion of the annual tuition of RMB 30,000 is required each school year to secure a student's enrollment.
- Returning students: full annual tuition fees are due by April 30 (returning‑student deadline as stated in the school's tuition schedule). New admissions: tuition fees must be paid within 21 calendar days of the invoice date.
- Pro‑rata / mid‑year entry: pro‑rated tuition is available for students enrolling after the October break; a 10% reduction of the tuition fees per calendar month (excluding the non‑refundable RMB 30,000 portion) applies from October for late entrants.
- Late payments: a late payment surcharge of 2% per month will be assessed on overdue fees.

Refund information and withdrawal schedule
- The application fee (RMB 2,100) and the RMB 30,000 portion of annual tuition are non‑refundable. The remainder of the tuition (the “Grade Level Tuition Fees”) is refundable on a sliding scale if you submit a written withdrawal notice to Admissions according to the published schedule. Partial refund schedule (Grade Level Tuition Fees):
- Written notice on or before May 30: 100% refund of grade‑level tuition fees (if the student has not attended any school days).
- August: 90% refund.
- September: 80% refund.
- October: 70% refund.
- November: 60% refund.
- December: 50% refund.
- January: 40% refund.
- February: 30% refund.
- March: 20% refund.
- April: 10% refund.
- May and June: no refund available.
- Refunds are processed to the original payer; the original fapiao (official invoice) must be returned before a refund is issued. All bank fees for refunds are the responsibility of the payer.

Other fees or typical extra costs
- Application fee (one‑time): RMB 2,100 (non‑refundable).
- Lunch/snacks: charged separately; typical cost RMB 30–45 per day.
- Optional services or extras not covered by tuition: private music lessons, some off‑campus trips, certain additional language courses, extra swim lessons, and special programme fees when applicable.
- Required personal purchases: laptops and calculators (students must supply these items).

Fee payment options and banking details
- Invoices are issued in RMB only. The school accepts bank transfers in RMB or other currencies; ensure the invoiced amount is received in full and that all bank charges are paid by the sender. RMB cash deposits into the school's CITIC Bank RMB account are also accepted. Overseas debit/credit card payments are accepted but incur processing fees (example surcharges: 2.8% for Visa/Master, 3% for AMEX, 3.5% for JCB). Local credit cards incur a 0.6% fee; local debit card transactions incur an additional administrative fee (RMB 20 per transaction). All bank charges are the responsibility of the payer. (Bank name, account and SWIFT details are supplied on the school invoice.)

Summary notes (practical points for budgeting)
- Annual published tuition rates are the standard reference for budgeting by grade. The school requires a non‑refundable RMB 30,000 deposit included in the annual fee and specific payment deadlines depending on whether the student is returning or newly admitted. Expect additional out‑of‑pocket costs for lunch, personal technology (laptop, calculator), private lessons, and certain trips or extracurricular extras. No boarding options are offered for students at this campus.
Academics

Swiss School Beijing teaches German Curriculum for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
Swiss School Beijing follows a German‑language programme guided by the Swiss federal Lehrplan 21 and is recognised by the Swiss government. It delivers the full Swiss compulsory pathway from Early Years/Kindergarten (age 3–5) through Primary (Grades 1–5) and Middle School (Grades 6–9). Instruction is primarily in German, with daily, level‑led Chinese lessons, English immersion via the Western Academy of Beijing, and French introduced from Grade 5. In Middle School selected subjects are taught in German by Swiss teachers within the IB Middle Years framework while most other subjects are taught in English on the WAB campus. The school's published information indicates completion of the Swiss compulsory schooling pathway through Grade 9 and does not list upper‑secondary (e.g., Matura or an IB Diploma) programmes on its site.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Check eligibility and basic criteria. Before you apply, confirm that your family meets the school's admissions criteria: the Swiss School Beijing is designated as a School for Children of Foreign Nationals and, in line with local regulations, cannot consider admissions of Chinese nationals who are permanently resident in mainland China. If you are unsure about residency or nationality rules for your child, contact the Admissions Office for clarification (Katharina Pankow is listed as the Admissions Officer).

2. Book a visit or information meeting. The school encourages families to schedule a tour or meeting so you can see the learning environment and ask grade-specific questions; this is also a practical way to confirm curriculum fit, language support needs, and campus logistics such as bus routes. When you book, have your child's preferred start date and current grade level ready — the admissions team will use these to check space availability and advise next steps.

3. Submit the online application (OpenApply) and pay the application fee. Applications are submitted online; the school requires a non‑refundable application fee of RMB 2,100 per applicant. For entry at the start of a new school year, families are encouraged to apply before 30 April; the school continues to accept applications after that date but notes that later applications are more likely to be waitlisted.

4. Prepare and upload supporting documents; anticipate assessment or interview. After you apply, the Admissions Team will confirm which documents they need and will contact you if anything is missing; they may also request an interview or a short assessment for placement. Typical supporting documents international schools request include a passport or ID, recent school reports/transcripts, and any reports for learning support or medical needs — prepare these in advance, but confirm the exact list with the Swiss School Admissions Team.

5. Admissions review and decision. The Admissions Team performs an initial check of the application and documents, and the Swiss School Admissions Committee then evaluates the complete application for grade availability and the school's ability to meet the child's needs. Decisions are communicated to families via an OpenApply email notification — watch the email account used for your application and respond promptly to any requests for further information.

6. Accept the offer and complete financial enrolment steps. If offered a place, you will receive an invoice; newly admitted families are required to pay tuition within 21 calendar days of the invoice date, and each school year carries a non‑refundable portion of RMB 30,000. Invoices are issued in RMB (payments may be made in RMB or USD by bank transfer or card, subject to card fees), so confirm the invoiced amount, payment deadline, and any bank details provided on the school invoice.

7. Finalise logistics and understand what tuition covers. The published tuition fees for 2025–2026 list the annual charges by grade; the school states that the fees cover textbooks, most after‑school activities, and membership of the Association Swiss School Beijing, and that bus transport within the WAB bus network is provided without extra charge. Certain items are explicitly excluded from tuition (for example: intercity travel for competitions/conferences, individual music lessons, additional after‑school swim lessons, and language programs beyond the curriculum), so plan for those extra costs if relevant.

8. If you need to join later in the year or monitor status. The school admits students during the school year when space is available; prorated tuition is available for students enrolling after the October break (the school's policy notes a 10% reduction of tuition per calendar month from October, excluding the non‑refundable RMB 30,000 portion). If you apply late or are placed on a waitlist, keep the Admissions Office informed of any change in your preferred start date or contact details so they can offer a place when one becomes available.

Scholarships
The school's published materials describe a Tuition Fee Discount Policy for Swiss families in accordance with the Swiss Federal law for the provision of Swiss education abroad (SSchG). Tuition for the Swiss School Beijing is presented as being similar to Western Academy of Beijing fees but reduced by the amount of financial support the school receives from Swiss authorities; this is the only specific fee‑reduction program described on the school's admissions/fees pages. There is no publicly posted information on the Swiss School Beijing website about broad scholarships or a general need‑based financial‑aid program as of the 2025–2026 publications; families seeking fee assistance or special arrangements should contact Admissions to ask whether any additional financial support, local grants, or exceptional arrangements are available for their situation.

Waitlist
The school does use a waitlist in practice. Swiss School Beijing advises that applications submitted after 30 April for the new school year are more likely to be waitlisted, and that places offered after that date depend on space availability. There is no publicly published, detailed ranked‑pool rule set on the admissions page (for example, a numerical priority list), so parents should assume that admission after the main application window is contingent on openings and the school's ability to place the child in the requested grade. If you are waitlisted, practical steps are to (a) confirm your child's continued interest with Admissions, (b) ask whether there are grade‑specific or sibling priorities that might affect movement, and (c) request periodic status updates so you know when a space becomes available. For the most current status or specific questions about how waitlist priority is determined, contact the Swiss School Admissions Office directly.
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