KL International School of Chongqing Bashu

China, Chongqing

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Fees RMB 120,000 - 268,800

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Mandarin, Korean

Typical class size 4

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

KL International School of Chongqing Bashu (KLIS) is a private, not‑for‑profit international school located in Chongqing. Established in 2015, it offers an American‑curriculum with Advanced Placement options and aligns with United States Common Core standards. The curriculum blends Chinese and Western approaches to meet the needs of international families, emphasizing how answers are arrived at and defended, not just the final result. KLIS supports a personalized learning ecosystem, including a one‑schedule‑per‑student option in middle school and small class sizes with a teacher‑student ratio of 1:4. A dedicated University Guidance Center provides admissions planning, one‑to‑one progression planning, and university visits to support college progression. MAP Growth computer‑adaptive assessments tailor challenges to each learner. Core subjects are taught in English, with dedicated instruction in Chinese, Computer Science, Art, Music, ESL, and Korean. All students participate in Music, Art, and Physical Education; the school also fosters National Honor Society/National Junior Honor Society membership and a broad range of clubs and activities in arts, culture, service, and leadership.

www.klisedu.com

Xinnan Road No.6, Yu Bei District, Chongqing, China

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The Essentials

Location

Xinpaifang, Yubei District, Chongqing, China. The school serves kindergarten through high school and is accessible by KLIS bus routes across Chongqing, with multiple bus stops to accommodate students from various areas.

Stages

Kindergarten through high school

Type

Private, co-educational, not-for-profit international school

Country affiliation

United States (Common Core Curriculum Standards)

Bus service

KLIS offers a bus service with multiple stops across Chongqing. Buses are new and air-conditioned, with qualified drivers and bus monitors escorting students from stops to the front door of the school and back. Only KLIS students and bus monitors are allowed on the bus. Bus stop locations may change to meet the needs of enrolled students.

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Fees

Application fee
- New-student application fee: RMB 2,000 (non-refundable).

Enrollment deposit
- Toddler: RMB 2,000 (Toddler application fee transfers to deposit after enrollment).
- Pre‑K and above: RMB 15,000 (payable at enrollment).
- The deposit is a separate, one‑time amount paid on enrollment.

Tuition fees (by grade band) — amounts shown both per semester and per academic year, all in RMB
- Toddler: Semester RMB 60,000 | Annual RMB 120,000.
- Preschool (PK1–PK2): Semester RMB 85,601 | Annual RMB 171,202.
- Primary (KG–G5): Semester RMB 126,531 | Annual RMB 253,062.
- Middle School (G6–G8): Semester RMB 129,932 | Annual RMB 259,864.
- High School (G9–G12): Semester RMB 134,400 | Annual RMB 268,800.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition payment deadline (for the published fee schedule): tuition needs to be paid before June 30, 2025 for that academic cycle.
- If a student enrolls mid‑year, tuition is charged pro rata based on the actual remaining school days.
- The school's fee schedule groups tuition into semester and annual amounts as shown above.

Boarding fees
- The school does not operate a student boarding programme; boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and optional fees
- A range of additional, optional services are charged separately (examples commonly listed under "Other Services / Optional"): student transport (bus), school meals/canteen, extracurricular activities, examination fees, and similar ancillary services. These optional services are charged in addition to tuition and deposit and are billed separately.
- Uniforms, textbooks and personal learning materials are charged separately and are not included in the tuition figures above. These costs vary by grade and selection.

Refund information / mid‑year adjustments
- Tuition and charges for students who join in the middle of the school year are calculated on a pro‑rata basis according to the number of remaining school days.
- Specific refund conditions (for withdrawal, deposit refunds, or cancellations) are governed by the school's formal fees and policies. The fees document sets out the exact refund/withdrawal rules and the applicable deadlines and conditions.

Fee payment options
- The school accepts electronic payment methods for settlement of fees; standard practice includes bank transfer to the school's designated account. Other accepted payment channels (for example online payment gateways or card payments) and any transaction surcharges are specified in the school's fee instructions and on invoices. Payers are responsible for any bank or intermediary transaction charges.

Notes on timing and currency
- All amounts above are stated in RMB. Semester and annual values are provided so you can record either billing frequency.

Academics

Curriculum

The curriculum system integrates Chinese and Western approaches to meet the diverse needs of international families. It emphasizes showing how answers are arrived at and defended, not just obtaining the correct result. KLIS supports a personalized learning ecosystem with a one-schedule-per-student option in middle school. Small class sizes provide targeted guidance with a teacher-student ratio of 1:4. University counselling and career planning support students' progression with one-to-one progression planning, admissions guidance, and university visits. MAP measures a computer-adaptive test to gauge academic progress and tailor instruction.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes with a teacher-student ratio of 1:4. This supports targeted guidance.

Higher Education Progression

The school provides university counselling and career planning, including one-to-one progression planning and admissions guidance. It arranges for university admissions officers to visit and assists with submitting official application materials. It also offers a dedicated guidance center for further studies to support students' higher education progression.

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Admissions

1. Eligibility: KLIS is an international school; contact the Admissions Office before beginning the application process to confirm eligibility. 2. Visit: The Admissions Department can arrange a campus visit. 3. Timing: As an international school serving a transient community, applications and arrivals are handled at all points during the school year. 4. Development focus: The school focuses on the individual development of each student and provides customized education. 5. Academic outcomes: Senior students returning to their home countries perform exceptionally well in national university entrance examinations because the Common Core curriculum equips them to complete assessments with varied requirements. 6. Community and values: KLIS is an inclusive family that welcomes families from all backgrounds and puts students first in development.

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FAQs

Where is KLIS Bashu located and what grades does it serve?

KLIS Bashu sits in Xinpaifang, Yubei District, Chongqing, China. It serves students from kindergarten through high school and operates as a co‑educational, private not‑for‑profit school established in 2015.

What curriculum approach does KLIS Bashu use and what language is primary?

The school integrates Chinese and Western approaches and uses English instruction aligned to the US Common Core Standards, with ESL support. Korean is taught as a language, alongside Chinese as a subject taught by dedicated teachers.

How is KLIS Bashu governed and what makes it not-for-profit?

KLIS Bashu was established in 2015 with approval from the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission and is governed by a Board of Trustees under a principal‑responsibility system. It operates as a private non‑enterprise unit and is funded by tuition, donations, and organizers' support.

What are the main tuition levels at KLIS Bashu by grade, and are there additional costs to expect?

Tuition is tiered by grade: Toddler 60,000 RMB per semester / 120,000 RMB per year; Preschool 85,601 RMB / 171,202 RMB; Primary 126,531 RMB / 253,062 RMB; Middle 129,932 RMB / 259,864 RMB; High School 134,400 RMB / 268,800 RMB. In addition, there are application fees (2,000 RMB) and a separate, one‑time deposit (2,000 RMB for Toddler or 15,000 RMB for Pre‑K and above). Optional services such as transport, meals, activities, and uniforms are charged separately.

What is the admissions process for KLIS Bashu and are there scholarships or waitlists?

Admissions follow a multi‑step process: confirm eligibility, arrange a campus visit, and complete the application process. There is no publicly stated waitlist or scholarship information available. Applications are handled year‑round to accommodate international families.

How does the school handle mid‑year enrolments and refunds if a student withdraws?

If a student joins mid‑year, tuition and charges are pro‑rated based on the remaining school days. Refunds and deposit handling follow the school's formal fees policies, which specify the conditions and deadlines for withdrawal and refunds.

What is the student‑teacher ratio and how does the middle school 'one schedule per student' work?

KLIS Bashu maintains small class sizes with a 1:4 teacher‑student ratio in middle school. In middle school, students can benefit from a personalized 'one schedule per student' system that allows custom course selection.

What support exists for university admissions and career planning?

The school offers a dedicated University Guidance Center providing one‑to‑one progression planning, admissions guidance, and university visits. University admissions officers are invited to visit, and staff assist with submitting official application materials.

Does KLIS Bashu offer Advanced Placement courses in high school?

Yes, high school students have opportunities to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses to meet college requirements.

What spaces exist to support arts and physical education (Music, Art, PE)?

Every student participates in Music, Art, and Physical Education. Music includes Theory, Appreciation, Choral Singing, and Instrument Instruction; Art combines History with hands‑on painting, sculpture, and crafts.

Is there a University Guidance Center on campus and MAP assessments?

Yes, KLIS Bashu has a dedicated University Guidance Center for study and admissions planning, and uses MAP Growth computer‑adaptive assessments to tailor instruction.

What kind of after‑school clubs and activities are available and how are they chosen?

KLIS offers a wide range of after‑school clubs, with new options added each semester based on student interest; clubs are determined collaboratively by students and families.

What opportunities are there for student leadership and community service?

The school supports leadership and service through membership in the National Honor Society/National Junior Honor Society and emphasizes community service as part of student life.

What language support is available for non‑native English speakers (ESL) and for Korean speakers?

ESL support is provided by dedicated ESL teachers, and Korean language instruction is offered by Korean‑language teachers alongside English instruction.

Is there an on‑site health clinic and what are its hours?

There is a Health Clinic on site staffed by a nurse during the school day, with hours typically Monday to Friday 8:00–16:30. CPR/AED trainings are provided for staff.

Are uniforms required and what about food provisions on campus?

Uniforms are required for Preschool through High School. Lunch and a morning snack are provided daily, and toddlers have breakfast; there is a dining hall on campus and some meals may be taken in classrooms.

How does KLIS Bashu foster a sense of community and inclusive culture?

KLIS Bashu describes itself as a big, loving family that welcomes diverse backgrounds and promotes inclusive, cross‑cultural learning. The school hosts large‑scale arts performances for Thanksgiving and Christmas and supports a canteen and health clinic as part of community wellbeing.

What accreditations and awards does KLIS Bashu hold?

KLIS is Cognia accredited, listed among Forbes China Top 100 international schools, and is an authorized AP/SAT/PSAT/ISEE test center; it is also a member of the American NHS/NJHS.

Which languages are taught at KLIS Bashu and in what capacity?

Languages taught include English (instruction in English with ESL support), Chinese (taught as a subject by dedicated teachers), and Korean (taught by dedicated Korean teachers).

Are there immersive English programs and any bilingual components?

Immersive English teaching is a hallmark of KLIS Bashu, with English instruction aligned to the Common Core and supportive ESL services; bilingual components are implied through integrated Chinese‑English approaches and Korean language offerings.

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