China, Beijing
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Beijing International Bilingual Academy operates a Beijing campus established in 2006. The school opened a Tianjin campus in 2017 and a Guiyang campus in 2018. The campus network forms an educational ecosystem centered on 'Love and Fulfillment.' The school is a bilingual (Chinese-English-language) international school rooted in Chinese culture, serving learners from Early Years through High School. Outdoor Education is part of the academic program across the campuses.
The school is authorized by IBO, WASC, ACAMIS and ISAC. Early Years uses a self-designed Early Years curriculum; Elementary School follows the American Common Core Standard and local Chinese curriculum; Middle School follows the IBMYP and local Chinese curriculum; High School uses IGCSE for Grades 9–10 and either IB Diploma Programme or UK A-levels for Grades 11–12. The University Guidance System provides comprehensive support to secondary students and their parents for university admissions, with a focus on end-to-end guidance. The Secondary Career & University Guidance Office coordinates a full-cycle process to help students explore strengths, interests, options, and targeted pathways. The BIBA Institute of Learning and Research conducts research, organizes exchanges, and promotes academic development within the school.
The school offers over 200 extracurricular activities across age groups, fostering holistic development in learning, fitness, and social-emotional skills. These ECAs include competition participation in robotics, debate, math, science, and business, supporting leadership and collaboration. The Alumni Association and the Parent-Teacher Association engage families and students in ongoing school life.
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.