THe BRITISH SCHOOL OF BEIJING SANLITUN

In the heart of the Embassy District, we are BSB Sanlitun-downtown Beijing's only British international school. We’re a proud member of the Nord Anglia family of premium international educational institutions.

Key facts about our school

Applications open
Students can join after academic year begins  
Yearly Fees

From 155,200~292,940 CNY per annum

Age range
1 - 11 years old
Curriculum

British

Nationalities
60+
Average Class Size
17
Student to teacher ratio
11:1
Over 23 years of history
91% Parent Satisfaction Rate
Specialist Class Teachers

WHAT OUR PARENTS SAY

Current Parent Testimonial - Oct 2024
I am grateful for the diverse and inclusive environment at BSB Sanlitun. My child has learned to appreciate different backgrounds, The kindness motto at BSB Sanlitun has made a huge impact on our family. My child comes home everyday talking about the acts of kindness he witnessed or participated in. It truly creates a positive and inclusive environment.
Current Parent Testimonial - Oct 2024
My two daughters have been attending BSB for the past 3 years, and I cannot say enough good things about the teachers. They are dedicated, passionate, and truly care about their students' success. My daughters have thrived academically and socially under their guidance and support.
Current Parent Testimonial - Oct 2024
I highly recommend BSB Sanlitun for anyone looking to improve their child's English skills. The progress my child has made here is truly impressive and exactly what we were looking for! BSB not only focuses on traditional language skills, but also incorporates critical thinking, creativity, and cultural awareness into their curriculum.
Current Parent Testimonial - Oct 2024
My son has been attending this school for 6 years and he absolutely loves it. He is excited to go to school everyday and always comes home with a big smile. The teachers and classmates are all so friendly and welcoming, creating a warm and supportive environment for my child to learn and grow. Not only that, but the other parents at BSB are also incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me and my family feel like we are part of a larger community. We love BSB!
90%
of parents say their child has a good relationship with their teachers

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Our School Facilities

We have one campus that have facilities adapted to the age and learning requirement

Our school is set in the heart of Beijing’s leafy Embassy District.

BSB Sanlitun features a stunning campus designed to inspire children, develop essential life skills, and provide space for social interaction. Highlights include the dedicated Early Years Li Building for play-based learning, a bespoke Year 1 Centre, two libraries, four learning lounges, a makerspace, art and cookery rooms, two dining halls, and a school coffee shop, all supported by a custom-built air purification system. Emphasizing cutting-edge educational technology, the school offers a 1:1 iPad program, in-class laptops, VR headsets, and 3D printers to enhance STEAM learning and foster innovation. Students can also explore diverse sports facilities, including outdoor playgrounds, an indoor gymnasium, and an astroturf football field. Additionally, the campus nurtures creativity through high-end performing arts spaces, including music practice rooms and dance studios.

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Early Years Campus
Our youngest students enjoy their own campus, complete with green and spacious outdoor learning spaces, safe and secure but with the freedom they need to explore and mature.
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Year 1 Centre
Our bespoke Year 1 Centre is specially designed to accommodate children’s transition from Early Years to primary education.
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Sport Facilities
Our indoor sports hall and our outside pitches mean students can enjoy a diverse PE curriculum, building their fitness and mental resilience. 
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Bespoke Learning Areas
Our facilities include two libraries, a Science Lab, a Dance Studio, Drama Studio, Performance Art room, Art Studio, Makers Space, Soft Play area and student kitchen.
Early Years
  • Early Years
  • primary

Early Years CURRICUlUM

Our schools offer internationally-recognised curricula and qualifications including the English National Curriculum and International Baccalaureate. We believe that this provides your child with a global education passport, equipping them to further study anywhere in the world.
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AGES 1-4
National Curriculum for England
Our Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception classes follow the Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS) programme. This introduces little ones to all sorts of skills and knowledge, and we give them the attention they need at this crucial stage of their development.

PRIMARY CURRICULUM

The basic framework of the National Curriculum for England is adapted to meet the needs of our international community.
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AGES 5-7
Key Stage 1
Key Stage 1 covers Years 1 and 2. Building on the skills introduced in Early Years, students develop in maturity and begin experiencing more formal methods of learning. Using the National Curriculum for England, our teachers take a skills-based approach to enable children to develop their social, cultural and academic understanding.
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AGES 7-9
Lower Key Stage 2
Lower Key Stage 2 comprises Years 3 and 4. Our developing students enjoy a positive, stimulating, yet challenging learning environment which builds on the experiences from Key Stage 1. We encourage students to become independent learners who take pride in their work and strive to achieve results.
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AGES 9-11
Upper Key Stage 2
In Years 5 and 6, the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum builds on the knowledge, skills and understanding established in Lower Key Stage 2. Key subject areas include literacy, numeracy, science, ICT, PSHCE and weekly sessions of PE and performing arts. We have a theme-based approach to history, geography, art and Design & Technology to stimulate cross-curricular thinking.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

We know that choosing the right school for your child can be hard. Our international school admissions team is here to help. They’ll guide you through the process, answer any questions, and make sure you have the information you need.
  • Get in touch with us today – fill in our online enquiry form, give us a call, or send an email.
  • Visit us in Beijing – or join us for a virtual discovery meeting.
  • We’ll walk you through our step-by-step admissions process.
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

For your child to join us at the only British school in Beijing, here’s what you need to do next:
Make an enquiry
Submit an online enquiry form on our website, send us an email, or give us a call. 
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Step 1
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Discover our school
You’ll have a chance to visit our school either in person or virtually, where you can meet our outstanding academic team, ask questions, and share what matters most to you when selecting a school. 
Step 2
Apply for a place
Submit your online application form and supporting documents. Depending on your child’s age, we may require further references and an assessment.
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Application review
The principal will review your online application, and we’ll get in touch to let you know your admissions status and next steps. 
Step 4

Exceptional Learning Experiences

At Nord Anglia Education, we inspire curiosity and innovative thinking in our students - giving them the tools and skills to succeed. Our educational approach uses our global reach, enabled by world-class technology, to bring our students truly transformational learning experiences.

The Juilliard School
Our collaboration with the world’s most renowned arts institution enriches our students’ love of dance, drama and music.
MIT
The MIT-Nord Anglia STEAM programme helps our students to develop their creativity and problem-solving skills by tackling interdisciplinary challenges facing the world today.
UNICEF
Students are challenged to make a difference locally and globally by tackling the Sustainable Development Goals.
IMG Academy
IMG Academy's sports and wellbeing programme helps students build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills through world-class athletic training, personal development, and elite coaching.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Do you provide guidance for students?
    We believe that teaching children the life skills they need to be safe and happy is essential to their wellbeing. For that reason, we introduce Personal, Social, Health and Emotional Education (PSHE) from the very start. In Early Years it begins with Circle Time. In Primary, PSHE is taught as its own subject, and is the theme of many assemblies. PSHE covers a diverse array of topics, including social and emotional wellbeing, honing one’s study skills, and how to develop a positive learning mindset.
  • How does the school communicate with parents?

    BSB Sanlitun maintains excellent communication with parents. Our teachers send a daily email to mums and dads, and Friday’s email looks ahead to next week’s learning. We use Seesaw to send messages to parents, and teachers post pictures showing Mum and Dad what’s been happening this week in class!

    Parents receive a weekly email called Notes from the Principal’s Study, with school news, updates and events. We also have a weekly school newsletter. We provide termly reports, hold parent meetings throughout the year, and have a Parent Consultation Day in the Spring Term. In addition, our teachers are always just an email or phone call away.

    When it comes to social media, you can follow BSB Sanlitun on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and WeChat!

     
  • What qualifications do your teachers have?
    We hire only those teachers who are highly qualified and have several years’ experience. Most of our teachers are British. We also have many marvellous teaching assistants (TAs), all of whom have degrees.
  • English is not our family’s first language. How will BSB Sanlitun support my child?
    We have an excellent English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme, which caters for children who arrive at our school with little or no English. Through our programme’s effectiveness and in our English-speaking environment, children pick the language up incredibly quickly!
  • How will BSB Sanlitun support my child when they join the school? 
    Our school is renowned for its warm and welcoming attitude to new families. In fact, 98% of our families say their first contact with our school was helpful and positive! We provide you with lots of information about your child’s class and the school prior to your arrival. We can also put you in touch with a family before your child’s first day and arrange for them to have a ‘buddy’ to ensure they settle in and have everything they need.
  • Do you provide after-school activities?
    All Primary students attend After-School Activities (ASAs) for an hour after school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Our ASAs change termly, and include a wide variety of music, sports and creative activities. There is no extra charge for these.
  • Does my child need a laptop?
    No—we have a school iPad programme for students in Years 5 and 6.
  • Do you have a nut or allergy policy?
    We are a nut-free school. We also ask parents to let us know if their child has any form of allergy.
  • How do you protect students against pollution?

    There are times of the year when we experience poor air quality in Beijing. At BSB Sanlitun we endeavour to provide a safe environment for children by following these guidelines:

    • Students stay indoors if the Air Quality Index (AQI) rises above 200 (PM2.5).
    • PE lessons are taught indoors if the AQI rises above 200 (PM2.5).
    • Indoor PE lessons are restricted to low-level exercise if the AQI rises above 300 (PM2.5).
    • Students with respiratory problems or health issues affected by poor air quality may stay indoors if the AQI rises above 150.
    • External doors and windows are closed if the AQI rises above 100.
    • All areas of the school have air purifiers. These are kept on and at the highest setting if the AQI rises above 100.
    • Notices at the main entrance to each campus inform everyone of the present AQI level. 
     
  • Is school lunch provided and where is the food sourced and prepared?
    BSB Sanlitun provides tasty and nutritious lunches, freshly prepared onsite by our catering team Chartwells. These are included in tuition fees. Children must bring a water bottle to school, and primary students must bring a healthy snack to eat mid-morning. Snacks are provided for Early Years students.
  • Where do your families live and do you provide school buses?
    One third of our families live in Sanlitun and Dongzhimen, most within walking distance of our school, although buses are available for these areas. We also have over 25 buses serving downtown Beijing.
  • How can I get involved as a parent?
    Our international parent community comprises 60 nationalities and we arrange many social and educational activities to bring our families together to make friends, build connections and strengthen the home-school partnership.

FIND US IN Beijing

ADMISSION HOURS
01:44 PM
Monday–Friday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Current weather
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Our address
5 Xiliujie, Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100027, China