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Dehong Beijing International Chinese School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Mandarin, English
Fees RMB 232,000 - 283,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Chinese National Curriculum, IB (DP), Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School is located at Block #1, Luneng Grassetown, Bifu Road, Tongzhou District, 101100 Beijing. Serving ages 3–18, it offers a blend of the Chinese National Curriculum, the Cambridge A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) within a bespoke curriculum. The school follows three interconnected strands: the compulsory CNC programme; a holistic, inquiry- and skills-based curriculum; and the Dulwich Difference, a high-quality holistic education. The Elementary School provides bilingual, biliterate, bicultural education with English-medium learning (EML) and Chinese-medium learning (CML) supported by CLIL; Middle School combines CNC with an inquiry-based EML framework; High School features a Grade 10 Pioneer Year leading to the IBDP, with Grades 11–12 delivering the IBDP. Boarding facilities are available. The campus includes a Guoxue Classroom, an Elementary Maker Space, and separate Elementary and Secondary Libraries. A Water Sports Centre opened in 2026. Enrichment and service programs span five categories and connect with the Dulwich Colleges International network.

The Essentials

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in Mandarin, English.

Location

Located in Grass Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing. The campus sits in the Grassetown residential development, on Bifu Road. The school address is Block #1, Luneng Grassetown, Tongzhou District, 101100 Beijing.

Stages

Kindergarten; Elementary School; Secondary School

Type

International Chinese school. Boarding facilities are available.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is available for students from Grade 6 onwards. Boarding houses provide dedicated spaces for study and recreation; shared areas are equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, washing machines and dryers. Boarding students benefit from daily dedicated academic growth time to support learning and personal development. The campus has a boarding capacity of 400.

Uniform Requirement

All students wear a school uniform and follow seasonal guidelines. The uniform can be ordered via the online uniform shop, which provides express logistics tracking and after-sales service. A complete uniform set costs 3100–3400 RMB.

Food Options

School meals are provided on site by Sodexo and meet health and safety standards, offering balanced buffet options. Breakfast costs 15 RMB, lunch 30 RMB, dinner 30 RMB for boarding, and snacks 12 RMB (Kindergarten and Elementary). An ID/lunch card is used to top up meal credits.

Governance and Ownership

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School is a sister school to Dulwich College International and belongs to Education in Motion (EiM), a global network of Dehong schools. It collaborates with its Dulwich sister schools and operates within the EiM family of schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dehong Beijing International Chinese School ranges from RMB 232,000 to RMB 283,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No application fee is charged currently.

Tuition fees by year group (per semester and per school year)
- Kindergarten (small/medium classes): RMB 232,000 per year (typical listing shown as RMB 232,000/year). If billed by semester this corresponds to RMB 116,000 per semester where semester billing is used.
- Primary school (Grades 1–6): RMB 136,500 per semester; RMB 273,000 per school year.
- Middle school (Grades 7–9): RMB 141,500 per semester; RMB 283,000 per school year.
- Senior high / international high-track (Grades 10–12): tuition is shown in guidance materials as broadly in the range RMB 250,000–300,000 per year depending on programme and year; specific senior-school fees vary by pathway and cohort.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and most optional services are billed on a per-semester basis (semester amounts are published for each grade band). Payment of invoiced tuition and related fees is required in line with the school's invoicing schedule; optional services such as school bus are also collected by semester.

Boarding fees (where applicable)
- Boarding is available for secondary students (G7 and above) and for upper primary where the school's published guidance permits. Typical boarding options and published charges include: five-day boarding at RMB 39,500 per semester (RMB 79,000 per year) and seven-day boarding at RMB 51,500 per semester (RMB 103,000 per year). Published summaries also reference boarding fee levels commonly reported in the RMB 20,000–79,000+ per year range depending on room type and service level.

Other costs and recurring charges
- School uniform: a full uniform set is published at RMB 3,100–3,400 per set.
- School meals and snacks: Breakfast RMB 15 per meal; Lunch RMB 30 per meal; Dinner (boarding students) RMB 30 per meal; Two snacks (Kindergarten & Elementary) RMB 12. Parents top up lunch/ID cards to cover cafeteria charges.
- School bus: optional service charged each semester; routes and fees are distance-based and invoiced per semester.
- Enrichment, excursion, exam and assessment fees, personal stationery and some external examination fees: charged as applicable and in addition to tuition and boarding. (These are billed separately when they apply.)

Refund information
- Refunds follow the published schedule: withdrawal in writing before onboarding — 100% of tuition refunded; withdrawal in or before one month after onboarding — 80% of the current term's tuition refunded; withdrawal after one month but within two months after onboarding — 60% of the current term's tuition refunded. Parents must submit a written withdrawal request and complete the school's withdrawal procedures to be eligible.

Fee payment options
- Fees are typically invoiced by the school and are commonly payable by bank transfer or electronic payment methods used by schools in Beijing; cash is generally not recommended. Families should expect invoices to include the school's nominated bank account and remittance instructions for semester payments. (Bank-transfer and electronic-payment practices are standard for comparable Beijing international/K‑12 schools.)

Discounts and scholarships
- A sibling discount is published for families with three or more children enrolled: 5% discount per student for three or more enrolled children. Yung Wing / school scholarship programmes are published for eligible senior-school applicants and can provide partial or full tuition remission for awardees.

Notes on timing and typical process (billing-related)
- Semester billing is the standard presentation of fees; charges for tuition, optional boarding and bus services are invoiced by semester and must be paid according to the school's invoice terms. Refunds and withdrawal handling follow the published percentages above and require written completion of the school's withdrawal procedures.
Academics

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School teaches Chinese National Curriculum, IB (DP), Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

Dehong Beijing follows three interconnected strands: the compulsory years curriculum of the People's Republic of China; a holistic, inquiry- and skills-based curriculum; and the Dulwich Difference, a high-quality holistic education. The compulsory programme follows the Chinese National Curriculum, teaching some subjects through Chinese and others in English. The extended programme is inquiry-based and interdisciplinary, enriching learning through STEAM, SE21, service, sustainability, and cultural activities. Kindergarten covers ages 3 to 6, Elementary School covers Grade 1 to 6, Middle School covers Grade 7 to 9, and High School covers Grade 10 to 12. The Elementary School delivers bilingual, biliterate, bicultural education with English-medium learning (EML) and Chinese-medium learning (CML), supported by a CLIL approach; Middle School uses a bilingual, bicultural framework combining CNC with an inquiry-based EML curriculum; High School offers a Grade 10 Pioneer Year leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with Grades 11–12 delivering the IBDP and the school designated as an IB World School.

Student Teacher Ratio

Nursery classes are up to 16 students; Reception up to 22; Pre-school and Grade 1–12 up to 24 per class.

Higher Education Progression

The Dehong university and career readiness program guides students through university planning and career exploration, preparing them to apply for the best universities in the world. From Grade 9 onward, Dehong Beijing offers a one-stop UCC service with weekly counselling and individualized planning, leveraging resources from the Dehong and Dulwich College International networks to connect students with university fairs and admissions officer talks.

Gifted and Talented

The Enrichment Programme runs through elementary, middle and high school and includes five categories: Humanities (including Chinese Reading and Writing, Mind Mapping, Sudoku, Chinese Poetry, Spelling Bee, Spanish, Debate in Chinese), Visual and Performing Arts (Drama Club, Calligraphy, Paper Quilling, Painting, Peking Opera, Dance), Entrepreneurial Practice (Computing, Mad Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, Healthy Baking, Space Design, Comic Book Design), Sports (Table Tennis, Xiangzijian, Horse Riding, Frisbee, Tennis, Rowing), and Music (Violin, Piano, Orchestra, English Songs, Choir).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Dehong culture is based on Chinese values and the wellbeing of the community, framed by the principles of positive education. Behaviour expectations are designed to ensure that every student flourishes; students, led by the Student Council and the head boy and girl, work together to create Essential Agreements. Circle Solutions sessions support safe, constructive dialogue and positive relationships, fostering emotional wellbeing across bilingual learning environments.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Special Educational Needs (SEND) support is provided, with Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and reasonable exam adjustments.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school follows additive bilingualism, adding English to Chinese with separate immersion in Chinese Medium Learning (CML) and English Medium Learning (EML). This bilingual approach enables students to work at a high academic level in both languages.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is central to the Dehong approach, with a culture of positive education and wellbeing embedded in the curriculum. Behavioural expectations support student flourishing. A qualified emotional support counsellor is a member of the staff, and sports programming emphasises emotional wellbeing through physical activity and teamwork.

Safeguarding

Safe at School is the safeguarding framework, built upon the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the 2012 PRC Law on the Protection of Minors, with seven core principles and a Code of Conduct; safeguarding training and policies are implemented across the school.
Parent Experience

History

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School is the second Dehong school in China and opened in September 2019 as an elementary school with 150 students. The campus is located in the Grassetown residential development, Tongzhou District, Beijing. It is a sister school to Dulwich College International and draws on the Education in Motion network to operate multiple schools worldwide. The shared mission is to create the best International Chinese Schools in the world and to enable students to make a positive difference in China and the world. It now provides Kindergarten, Elementary, and Secondary education and serves more than 600 students.

Community

Through activities and events, the school fosters a community that emphasises academic excellence, creativity, and diversity. Friends of Dehong is an integral part of the school community; all parents are members and many actively participate, serving on the Friends of Dehong Committee, acting as Class Parent Representatives, taking part in social activities, or volunteering for charitable events. The school benefits from extensive inter-school exchanges and cooperation with its Dulwich College International sister schools, leveraging a global network to enrich learning and cultural experiences.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Friends of Dehong serves as the parent-teacher association at Dehong Beijing. All parents are members of Friends of Dehong. Parents can serve on the Friends of Dehong Committee, act as Class Parent Representatives, participate in social activities, or volunteer to help with the many charitable events sponsored by Friends of Dehong. Friends of Dehong welcomes new families to the College and offers significant support to families settling into life at the College and in Beijing. The organisation fosters engagement across the school community through collaboration with staff and students on events and initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The Dehong Beijing campus serves kindergarten through secondary school. The campus includes spaces such as a Guoxue Classroom, an Elementary Maker Space, an Elementary Library, and a Secondary Library. The campus is located at Block #1, Luneng Grassetown, Bifu Road, Tongzhou District, 101100 Beijing. The school provides a complete educational pathway across grade levels.

Sports Facilities

Enrichment Programme runs through elementary, middle and high school and includes sports such as Table Tennis, Xiangzijian, Horse Riding, Frisbee, Sailing, Tennis, and Rowing. A Water Sports Centre was launched in 2026 to support on-site athletic activities. The programme provides opportunities for students to participate in sports and other activities across the Dulwich network.

Academic Facilities

Dehong Beijing follows the Chinese National Curriculum, with some subjects taught in Chinese and others in English. The extended programme is inquiry-based and interdisciplinary, including STEAM, SE21, service, sustainability, and cultural activities. The High School Pioneer Year leads toward the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with core components taught in English and Chinese. Grades 11 and 12 culminate in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), and the school is an IB World School.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The Enrichment Programme runs through elementary, middle and high school and includes five categories: Humanities (Chinese Reading & Writing, Mind Mapping, Sudoku, Chinese Poetry, Spelling Bee, Spanish, Debate in Chinese); Visual & Performing Arts (Drama Club, Calligraphy, Paper Quilling, Acrylic Water Colour Painting, Peking Opera, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Chinese Folk Dance); Entrepreneurial Practice (Computer Programme, Mad Science, Artificial Intelligence, Super Steam Engineering, Healthy Baking Master, Space Breeding, Comic Book Design); Sports (Table Tennis, Xiangzijian, Horse Riding, Frisbee, Sailing, Tennis, Rowing); Music (Violin, Piano, Strings Orchestra, English Songs, Choir, Chinese Pop Songs). The school provides access to events across the Dulwich International network.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school follows the Chinese National Curriculum, with some subjects taught in English. It provides a bilingual, bicultural education from kindergarten through secondary school, including English-medium learning for science and other subjects and Chinese-medium learning for language-based subjects. The high school leads to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Arts & Creative

The Visual & Performing Arts programme is a central part of the curriculum. The Enrichment Programme includes five categories: Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, Entrepreneurial Practice, Sports, and Music. Students join international student society activities and competitions and have access to Dulwich College International arts events across the network.

Cultural & Language

Dehong follows additive bilingualism, adding English to a solid foundation of Chinese. The school uses separate immersion for Chinese-Medium Learning and English-Medium Learning, enabling students to operate in both languages and reach high levels in Chinese and English.

Social & Hobbies

The Enrichment Programme runs through elementary, middle and high school and includes five categories: Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, Entrepreneurial Practice, Sports, and Music. Students join international student society activities and competitions and can participate in cross-group events across the Dulwich College International family, including music, art, drama, film and sports.

Community & Service

Service is integral to Dehong Beijing's philosophy. It involves developing a duty to help others, planning and acting to benefit communities, and reflecting on outcomes. Initiatives are informed by the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Chinese government priorities, with a focus on sustainability and sharing achievements within the school and broader community.

Leadership & Professional

The university and career readiness program guides students through university planning and career exploration, preparing them to apply for top universities in the world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sports are a core part of the holistic Dehong curriculum, promoting teamwork, self-discipline and wellbeing. Students participate in group events with sister schools through the Dulwich Olympiad and other competitions, and the Enrichment Programme offers options such as sailing, rowing, tennis, and other sports.
Languages

Language Provision

Languages taught are English and Chinese. Instruction occurs through English-Medium Learning (EML) and Chinese-Medium Learning (CML) tracks within the Dehong program.

Bilingual Teaching

The school follows additive bilingualism, adding English to a solid foundation of students' Chinese. It operates Chinese-Medium Learning (CML) and English-Medium Learning (EML) with blocks of time in each language to immerse students in both languages. Bilingual education enhances metalinguistic awareness and code-switching competency, enabling students to work at high academic levels in both Chinese and English.

Immersion Programs

Separate immersion for Chinese and English is provided through Chinese-Medium Learning (CML) and English-Medium Learning (EML) classrooms, designed as language-rich environments.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Parents submit an application form and supporting documents as needed. The online application form is accessed via the Student Information Collection Form on beijing.dehong.cn. Applicants may apply through two channels: the Dehong Beijing WeChat public platform in the Admissions section, or the online form on the official site. Dehong guarantees fairness and due process to all applicants, and no application fees are charged during the admission process. 2. Admissions Department arrange candidates' 'Observation Day' on campus. 3. Parents meet with admissions officer. 4. Admissions Department issues offers to candidates meeting entry requirements. 5. Parents pay the tuition and other relevant fees. 6. If there are no available places, an applicant will be placed on the waiting list. Waiting Lists are maintained for one academic year only. 7. Students onboard.

Scholarships

Yung Wing Scholarship Program: Established by Dehong Education in 2021, named after Yung Wing, the 'Father of Chinese Students Abroad,' to inspire a new generation of ambitious, academically outstanding Chinese students and nurture them into future talents who drive progress in China and the world. The 2026-2027 academic year cycle is open to students entering Grade 10 (Year 1 of Senior High School) or Grade 11 (Year 2 of Senior High School) in the next academic year; both current Dehong students and external applicants are eligible. The Scholarship provides 100% tuition reduction for high school and is awarded to students with the highest overall academic achievements. Application and evaluation involve Grade 10 Entry: Stage I—Application Form to Admissions (complete scholarship application form) and supporting materials; Stage II—In-School Preliminary Assessment Activities (self-evaluation introduction; CEM Yellis); Stage III—In-School Final Assessment Activities (group discussion in English; evidence of extracurricular activities). Grade 11 Entry: Stage I—Application Form to Admissions; Stage II—In-School Preliminary Assessment Activities (CEM Alis; English interview; Chinese A/B and English A/B components as applicable); Stage III—In-School Final Assessment Activities. Materials are to be submitted to admissions-bjgt@dehong.cn. For questions, call the Admissions Office at 010-8083 6983.

Waitlist

Waiting List: An applicant will be placed on the waiting list if there are no available places. Waiting Lists are maintained for one academic year only.
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