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Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction
Founded in 1954, Beijing No. 55 High School is a public school located in Beijing's central Dongcheng District. In 1975, it became the first public school in Beijing authorized to enroll international students, later becoming China's first local member of the International Baccalaureate Organization in 1994. The international division serves students in grades 7 through 12 across two tracks: the IB path (offering the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme) and a Chinese-medium track preparing students for domestic higher education. The urban campus spans 50 mu and includes a two-story gymnasium featuring a dedicated gymnastics hall and basketball court, alongside specialized biology and physics laboratories. A signature initiative is the school’s integration into the UNESCO China Education for Sustainable Development project, alongside regular cultural immersion tours across the country that enrich language development and community friendship for its multi-national student body. Extracurricular options include a student council and specialized astronomical observation programs.
Beijing No. 55 High School International Students Section has instruction in Mandarin, English.
Location
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Stages
IB Middle Years Programme (grades 7–10) and IB Diploma Programme (grades 11–12). The curriculum emphasizes foundational education and a global perspective. Language support classes are available for students who need language enhancement. Instruction uses Chinese and English, with small classes and differentiated teaching to accommodate diverse backgrounds.
Type
Public high school with an International Students Section.
Pupil Nationality Mix
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Additional learning support
Language tutoring classes are provided for students who need language support.
Fees
Application fee
- Application / registration fee: RMB 2,000.
Tuition fees (by programme / year group)
- Junior (7–9) — Chinese-language class: RMB 63,800 per academic year; estimated RMB 31,900 per term (annual fee divided evenly into two terms).
- Junior (7–9) — IB MYP class: RMB 72,500 per academic year; estimated RMB 36,250 per term (annual fee divided evenly into two terms).
- Senior / High school (10–12) — Chinese-language class / 留学生课程: RMB 70,600 per academic year; estimated RMB 35,300 per term (annual fee divided evenly into two terms).
- Senior / High school (10–12) — IB DP (including DP pre‑foundation): RMB 83,800 per academic year; estimated RMB 41,900 per term (annual fee divided evenly into two terms).
- Language tutorial / intensive Chinese language class (where offered): RMB 83,800 per academic year (annual figure listed for language class). Estimated RMB 41,900 per term when split evenly.
- Foundation / pre‑academic year (preparatory year): RMB 70,500 per academic year; estimated RMB 35,250 per term (annual fee divided evenly into two terms).
(Note: the per‑term figures above are an even division of each published annual fee to show a per‑term estimate; the published figures are presented on an annual basis. )
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition figures are published as amounts per academic year (annual fees). Specific billing frequency, payment deadlines, penalties for late payment, and any early‑payment discounts are not detailed in the publicly available admissions documents.
Boarding / accommodation fees
- The international students section does not operate a boarding programme (no school dormitory /寄宿项目：无). There are therefore no boarding fees listed.
Other costs and mandatory charges
- Book / library deposit: RMB 3,000 (listed as a deposit).
- Meals: Meal types include Chinese and Western options; meal charges are based on actual consumption and are billed separately from the published tuition amounts.
- Uniforms, school‑bus fees, extracurricular fees and other miscellaneous charges are not itemised in the published annual fee table; the only specific additional charge itemised in the published materials is the book deposit noted above.
Refund information
- A book deposit is listed (RMB 3,000). The published admissions materials do not contain a detailed public refund policy for tuition, deposits, or other fees in the fee summary. The refundable or non‑refundable status and the conditions for refund (if any) for tuition or deposits are not specified in the available fee document.
Fee payment options
- The publicly posted admissions and fee materials list annual fee amounts but do not specify accepted payment channels (for example: bank transfer, credit card, Alipay/WeChat or in‑person payment). Payment channel details and accepted methods are not itemised in the published fee summary.
All amounts above are shown in Chinese renminbi (RMB).
Academics
Beijing No. 55 High School International Students Section teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 15 to 18.
Curriculum
IB Middle Years Programme (grades 7-10) and IB Diploma Programme (grades 11-12). Teaching is bilingual in Chinese and English with language support for students; small-class instruction and differentiated teaching. The curriculum emphasizes basic education and global perspectives, with a wide range of courses across disciplines. Extracurriculars include sports clubs (football, basketball, etc.), arts clubs (street dancing, painting), language clubs (French, Spanish, etc.), and Chinese culture clubs (calligraphy, diabolo, Beijing Opera).
Higher Education Progression
Graduates have been admitted to Tsinghua University, Peking University, Ivy League universities, University of Oxford, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, Waseda University, Seoul National University, and the University of Hong Kong.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities to connect students with Chinese culture, the community, and the wider world. Each academic year includes cultural trips, social practice, and social learning experiences; activities such as multicultural festivals, charity fundraisers, student council elections, Christmas performances, talent shows, and debates enhance international exchange and cultivate empathy and responsibility as global citizens.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Language classes are provided for students who need language support; Chinese and English are used as teaching languages.
Mental Wellbeing
In teaching, courses are tailored across grades to suit students' psychological and physiological characteristics.
Admissions
Admissions
Beijing No.55 High School is a leading high school in Beijing, located at No.12 Xinzhong Street, Dongcheng District. For diplomatic needs, it was opened to foreign students in 1975, designated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Beijing Municipal Government as an international open school, and the International Students Section was established in 1989. Since 1975, more than 4,000 international students from over 110 countries and regions have studied here. In 1994, the International Students Section was approved by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum, becoming the first IB school in Mainland China and a flagship IB institution in the Asia-Pacific region. The school focuses on training comprehensive, globally oriented, creative and reflective lifelong learners, combining IB education with the strengths of Chinese education and exposure to diverse cultures to meet modern society's needs. The International Students Section uses the IB curriculum, including the Middle Years Programme (grades 7–10) and the Diploma Programme (grades 11–12), and emphasizes foundational education with a global perspective. Language preparation classes are available for students starting from zero Chinese; teaching languages are Chinese and English; classes are small and differentiated by level, taking into account students' backgrounds, abilities, and language skills. In addition to required courses, the section offers rich extracurricular programs such as sports clubs (football, basketball, etc.), arts clubs (dance, painting, etc.), language clubs (French, Spanish, etc.), and traditional Chinese culture clubs (calligraphy, diabolo, Beijing Opera) to meet students' diverse interests and provide cultural experiences. The International Students Section has access to high-quality educational resources and a faculty with extensive international education experience, including IB trainers, moderators, and examiners. Thirteen teachers have served as IB trainers and on-site translators at Asia‑Pacific IB workshops and conferences; fifteen teachers have participated in developing and translating new IB guides and assisting in authoring teacher reference materials used in Mainland China; twelve teachers serve as moderators and examiners for humanities, English, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and the DP programme; since 2000, hundreds of teachers have participated in IB evaluations and marking. The facilities include an advanced comprehensive laboratory building, a library, and various specialized classrooms; a basketball gym, a badminton hall, a football field, a tennis court, and a golf course, meeting learning and activity needs. To encourage students to become proactive, creative, empathetic, and socially responsible global citizens, the school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including annual cultural trips, social practice, and social learning experiences; cultural festivals, charity bazaars, student council elections, Christmas performances, talent shows, and debates enhance international exchange and help students develop compassion and responsibility as international citizens. The school's International Students Section has created an environment that supports the growth of outstanding students; graduates have been admitted to world-renowned universities such as Tsinghua University, Peking University, Ivy League universities, Oxford University, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, Waseda University, Seoul National University, and the University of Hong Kong. Beijing No.55 High School will continue to align with modern international education theory, promote cross‑cultural understanding, and cultivate lifelong learners who are diverse, rooted in Chinese culture, curious, and globally engaged.
FAQs
What curricula does Beijing No. 55 International Students Section offer?
The section offers IB Middle Years Programme for grades 7-10 and IB Diploma Programme for grades 11-12. Teaching is bilingual in Chinese and English with language support classes available for students who need them.
When did the school begin accepting international students?
The school was formally opened to foreign students in 1975 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Beijing Municipal Government. It was Beijing's first publicly designated school for international students.
What are the tuition fees?
Junior IB MYP classes cost RMB 72,500 per year and senior IB DP classes cost RMB 83,600 per year. Chinese-language classes are slightly less at RMB 63,800 and RMB 70,600 respectively. An application fee of RMB 2,000 applies.
What sports facilities are available?
The campus includes basketball courts, a badminton hall, a football field, tennis courts, and a golf course. These support both physical education classes and extracurricular sports clubs.
Where is the school located?
Beijing No. 55 High School is located at No.12 Xinzhong Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing. It is a municipal demonstration high school.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Activities include sports clubs for football, basketball, and athletics, arts clubs for street dancing and painting, language clubs for French and Spanish, and traditional Chinese culture clubs such as calligraphy and paper cutting.
What university destinations do graduates achieve?
Graduates have been admitted to Tsinghua University, Peking University, Ivy League universities, Oxford, University of Toronto, UBC, Waseda University, Seoul National University, and the University of Hong Kong.
Is there language support for new students?
Yes, language tutoring and preparation classes are provided for students who need language support. Classes are organised at multiple levels to accommodate different proficiency.
Does the school provide SEN support?
The school mentions language tutoring for students needing support but does not describe a formal SEN programme or specialist staff. Parents with specific learning support needs should enquire directly.
Is the school public or private?
Beijing No. 55 is a public municipal demonstration high school. The International Students Section operates within the school and has been accepting foreign students since 1975.
What is the governance structure?
The school is a Beijing municipal demonstration high school designated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for diplomatic purposes. It operates under Beijing's municipal education authority.
Are there mental health support services?
The school tailors courses across grades to suit students' psychological and physiological characteristics. Specific counselling services are not detailed on the public website.
