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The High School Curriculum (Grade 9 to 12) uses IGCSEs in Grades 9 and 10; most Grades 11 and 12 study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with UK A level courses also offered. The Middle School Curriculum integrates the national curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme to develop critical and higher-order thinking, global perspectives, and research methods. The Elementary School Curriculum is based on Chinese-American standards, emphasizes bilingual balanced education, development of inquiry and innovative capabilities, and Chinese culture. The Early Years Curriculum combines Play-Based Learning with Montessori practices and uses monthly themes and virtue education to guide child-centered, student-led development.
An annual Winter Concert and Art Expo showcases student work and performance. The school offers over 200 extracurricular activities, providing diverse opportunities that support holistic development across learning, fitness, emotional, and social skills. Extracurricular activities foster teamwork, creativity, and leadership through a range of programs.
The school emphasizes bilingual education and follows a Chinese-American standards framework, with a focus on bilingual balanced education and Chinese culture. The mission promotes intercultural understanding and integration within a global community. The curriculum and culture support international mindedness and cross-cultural competence.
There are over 200 extracurricular activities available, designed to support students' learning, fitness, emotional, and social development in a safe, inclusive environment. These activities contribute to students' social skills and peer engagement.
BIBA Charity initiatives connect the school with the broader community. The Parent-Teacher Association engages the community with hundreds of events and thousands of participants. The Alumni Association provides current students with international academic and career advice and supports overseas alumni. The BIBA Institute of Learning and Research conducts research and promotes the school's academic development.
A University Guidance Handbook supports college planning, and the university counselling team coordinates admissions processes. 100% of BIBA students have been admitted to their ideal universities, reflecting the effectiveness of the school's university counselling.
Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA) opened in 2006 and is based at No.1 Yumin Road, Houshayu, Shunyi, Beijing (postcode 101300). BIBA is a bilingual (Chinese–English) school serving Early Years through Grade 12. Early Years integrates Montessori practice with an IB PYP framework; Elementary follows the American Common Core alongside the Chinese national curriculum; Middle School combines the Chinese curriculum and the IB MYP; High School uses IGCSE in Grades 9–10 and offers the IBDP and A‑Levels in Grades 11–12. The school publishes 2025–2026 tuition rates (Nursery through Grade 12) and lists optional boarding and school-bus fees. Admissions materials include a 2025–2026 age-placement guide (Nursery from age 1; Grade 12 typically age 17). BIBA lists over 200 extracurricular activities and a specialised STP Dual Excellence pathway for arts/sport. Contact and divisional phone numbers are available on the school's Contact Us page.
