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Sias International School

China, Zhengzhou

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 117,050 - 247,404
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Located at 4th Longteng Street and Chaoyang Road in Zhengzhou's Zhengdong New District, Sias International School serves students aged 2–18 with boarding facilities. It offers the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and an American Curriculum, with English as the language of instruction and Chinese taught as the host country language; EAL support is provided where needed. The school emphasises inquiry-based learning and international-mindedness, and provides personalised University and Career Counselling to support post-secondary planning. The campus covers more than 90,000 square metres and houses world-class facilities for learning, sport, dining, and boarding. The foreign-language library is the largest in Henan Province. The Digital Campus features high-speed networks, 3D printers, smart boards, iMacs and iPads, and Microsoft Office 365/Teams. Athletics include indoor pools, two regulation basketball courts, a 400-metre track, and a 2,000 m² swimming centre. Clubs span robotics, chess, art, and environmentalism, with leadership and wellbeing programs and a strong ASA service component.

4th Longteng Street and Chaoyang Road, Zhengdong New District, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China

The Essentials

Sias International School has instruction in English.

Location
4th Longteng Street and Chaoyang Road, Zhengdong New District, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China

Stages
Toddler program (ages 2+) through Grade 12; IB continuum including Early Years (EY), Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP)

Type
International school with boarding facilities

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; tailored language support and auxiliary academic assistance

Country affiliation
China
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding program exists at Sias International School. The boarding program aims to create a nurturing and supportive environment, fostering confidence, personal growth, English proficiency, global citizenship, and well-rounded development. It prepares students for academic success, lifelong learning, and university placement through English-enhancement opportunities and holistic support. Boarding Life emphasizes a balanced lifestyle with rest, healthy meals, and participation in music, arts, and sports, supported by 24/7 care.

Food Options
There is a cafeteria on campus. The Boarding Life program emphasizes healthy meals as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a board. Sias International School was founded by Shawn Chen, founder of Sias University, indicating a close relationship within the Sias education group.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sias International School ranges from RMB 117,050 to RMB 247,404 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- A non-refundable application processing fee is charged to complete an application: RMB 2,000 for Toddler to Grade 1, and RMB 3,000 for Grades 2–12.

Tuition fees by year group (per academic year and per semester)

- Toddler: RMB 117,050 per school year; RMB 62,025 per semester.
- PreK3–PreK4: RMB 148,323 per school year; RMB 77,662 per semester.
- Kindergarten – Grade 5: RMB 182,547 per school year; RMB 94,774 per semester.
- Grades 6–8: RMB 193,956 per school year; RMB 100,478 per semester.
- Grades 9–10: RMB 216,772 per school year; RMB 111,886 per semester.
- Grades 11–12: RMB 247,404 per school year; RMB 127,202 per semester (examination fees are not included).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is published as an annual fee or as semester amounts; all fees and charges are set and payable in RMB. Payments should be annotated with the student name and grade. All bank charges (wire transfer fees, handling fees, etc.) are to be borne by the payer.
- Accepted payment methods: RMB or USD wire transfer to the school bank account; RMB debit or credit card payment (direct to the school's bank account); or RMB cash at the school Finance Office.

Boarding fees (where applicable)

- Boarding fee (per academic year): RMB 37,500. The boarding fee covers room and basic facility use, teacher supervision and management, utilities, evening English enhancement classes led by school teachers, and general on-campus activity expenses. Specialist after‑school providers, off‑campus activities, meals and evening snacks, textbooks and personal expenses are not covered by the boarding fee. A miscellaneous boarding fund of RMB 6,000 per student is collected at the start of boarding; unused balances are refundable on withdrawal from the boarding programme. (A separate boarding fee policy document provides additional transfer payment schedule detail.)

Meal and incidental fees

- Day-student meal packages (examples by section and annual cost):
- EY package A (breakfast, lunch, AM & PM snacks): RMB 7,560 per year (￥42/day × 180 school days).
- EY package B (lunch, AM & PM snacks): RMB 5,760 per year (￥32/day × 180 school days).
- Primary Years package A (breakfast, lunch, AM & PM snacks): RMB 8,100 per year (￥45/day × 180 school days).
- Primary Years package B (lunch, AM & PM snacks): RMB 6,300 per year (￥35/day × 180 school days).
- Grades 6–10 package A (breakfast, lunch; snacks excluded): RMB 6,840 per year (￥38/day × 180 school days).
- Grades 6–10 package B (lunch only; snacks excluded): RMB 5,040 per year (￥28/day × 180 school days).
These meal packages are charged separately from tuition.
- Boarding student meal package example: RMB 11,880 per year (￥66/day × 180 school days) for breakfast, lunch and dinner (snacks excluded).

Other costs and charges

- Miscellaneous expenses for boarding: RMB 6,000 per boarding student (collected at start of boarding; refundable for unused portion on withdrawal).
- Examination fees for Grades 11–12 are not included in the published tuition and are charged separately. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and some field-trip or specialised after‑school program costs are not included in tuition and will incur additional charges. Textbooks and most learning resources are included within the tuition.

Refund information and key refund rules

- If written notification of withdrawal is received on or before August 1: 100% of tuition paid to date is refundable. If written notification is received after August 1 but before the first day of Semester 1: 100% of tuition paid to date is refundable less a deduction equal to 10% of the annual tuition. If written notification is received on or before December 1: refund will be made for tuition paid to date less the first-semester tuition and any annual‑tuition discount already applied. If written notification is received after December 1 but before the first day of Semester 2: tuition paid to date is refundable less first-semester tuition and 10% of the annual tuition. If withdrawal notification is on or after the first day of Semester 2: tuition paid to date is not refundable. No tuition refunds are eligible for students who take leave during their studies. Once a student has started and attended classes in a semester, tuition for that semester will not be refunded. The school retains the right to remove a student during a 30‑day observation period and to refund tuition from the date of removal where the school deems appropriate.

Fee payment options and practical notes

- Currency and billing: all fees and charges are set and payable in RMB; payments may also be made by USD wire transfer. Parents/payers bear any bank/transfer fees. Payments must be annotated with the student name and grade. Accepted payment channels include RMB/USD wire transfer, RMB debit/credit card (direct to the school bank account), and RMB cash payment at the Finance Office.
Academics

Sias International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
IB continuum offered: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Language of instruction is English; Chinese is taught as the host country language and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided where needed. The IB framework underpins learning across all programs, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and international-mindedness. The school provides personalised University and Career Counselling to support post-secondary planning.

Higher Education Progression
Personalised University and Career Counselling provides a College and Career Counselor to guide students and families through global university admissions, with activities focusing on academic preparation, university applications, scholarships, testing requirements, and obtaining recommendations.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
At Sias IS, social and emotional well-being is a high priority in the overall development of students in a multicultural setting. Students come from diverse backgrounds and may face unique challenges. By focusing on their social and emotional welfare, the school creates a supportive and inclusive environment that helps them grow into well-balanced individuals with strong minds, bodies, and spirits. The Dean of Students, College and Careers Counselor, and School Counselor work together to foster a positive school climate and provide resources and guidance to navigate social, emotional, and academic challenges. By promoting emotional intelligence, empathy, and self-awareness, students develop essential skills to navigate cultural differences, manage stress, and build a strong identity. This focus enhances student engagement and contributes to mental health and well-being, helping students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
An English as an Additional Language (EAL) Program is a core component of the academic framework. The program equips students with the language skills they need to confidently access grade-level coursework with tailor-made programme and tier-based teaching plan.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the focus on emotional intelligence, empathy, and self-awareness. The Dean of Students and school counselors provide resources to support students' mental health and well-being. The school aims to create a positive climate that supports resilience, reduces stress, and promotes healthy identity development.

Safeguarding
Sias IS has a Child Protection Policy to safeguard all children from harm. The policy acknowledges children's rights to life, protection from abuse and exploitation, privacy, and the school's obligation to promote their physical, emotional, and spiritual development. The school commits to delivering programs in a manner that protects children and ensures equal access to a safe education. All visitors view a safeguarding video as part of safeguarding practices.
Parent Experience

History
4th Longteng Street and Chaoyang Road, Zhengdong New District, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China. The school occupies over 90,000 square meters of learning space. The Head of School is Dr. Sam E. Mills. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees that provides strategic governance, oversees policy and financial health, and selects and supports the Head of School. The school notes pandemic-related challenges and the growing pains of a new school in its early development.

Community
The Community section includes resources to support families, such as the Parent Advisory Council, School Calendar, Parent Academy, Child Safeguarding, and Partnership. The Parent Advisory Council is a small group of Sias International School parents that works with the school leadership team to promote the learning community. The Council ensures that parents have an organized voice and are involved in the decision-making process, with parent needs, concerns, and issues communicated and resolved regularly and effectively. The section also provides access to the School Calendar, Parent Academy, and Partnership resources for family engagement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Advisory Council is a small group of Sias International School parents that works with the school leadership team. They share information and resources in a collaborative manner to promote the learning community of Sias International School. The Council ensures that parents have an organized voice and are involved in the decision-making process; parent needs, concerns, and issues are communicated and resolved regularly and effectively. The Council has officers: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus features world-class facilities for learning, sport, dining, and boarding. The foreign-language library is the largest in Henan Province. Distinct learning spaces and study areas support collaboration and independent work. Athletic facilities include heated indoor pools, indoor basketball courts, and an outdoor soccer field with a 400-meter track. The Digital Campus provides high-speed networks, multimedia classrooms, a digital library, 3D printers, and smart devices in classrooms.

Sports Facilities
Indoor basketball facilities span about 2,000 m^2 and include two regulation-size courts. The main competition hall features a full-size basketball court with a partition system; the training hall has the same specifications and adjustable-height hoops. A volleyball net system allows quick conversion between basketball and volleyball. The indoor swimming center covers around 2,000 m^2 with an 800 m^2 water surface, offering a six-lane 25-meter pool and a three-lane 50-meter pool. An EY pool area provides a separate 200 m^2 space with shallow and deeper pools for younger swimmers.

Academic Facilities
Digital Campus features high-speed networks, multimedia classrooms, and a digital library with a database and information management system. The campus includes 3D printers in digital design courses, smart interactive display boards in classrooms and labs, and iMac and iPad-equipped smart classrooms. Microsoft Office 365 and Teams support collaborative learning. The campus uses intelligent campus technology to integrate learning, living, and dining.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student-led clubs cover robotics, chess, art, and environmentalism. Competitive sports and activity teams build discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Sias International School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). English is the primary language of instruction, with Chinese language learning provided to support multilingualism. The learning framework incorporates PYP conceptual learning, PYP action-driven learning, and MYP service as action as part of its academic approach.

Arts & Creative
The school offers student-led clubs that include art and other creative pursuits, providing spaces to explore creativity and collaboration. Clubs also cover robotics, chess, and environmental initiatives, fostering creative expression and teamwork.

Cultural & Language
English is the language of instruction, and Chinese language learning is provided as the host country language to support multilingualism. The school encourages multilingualism and language development as part of its international program. Weekend camps also include language activities and international camps promote cross-cultural experiences.

Social & Hobbies
Student-led clubs and competitive teams give students opportunities to pursue interests, form friendships, and develop essential life skills beyond academics. Clubs cover passions such as robotics, chess, and art, while athletic teams emphasize teamwork and personal growth.

Community & Service
ASA (After School Activities) fosters social responsibility and leadership, offering courses across sports, arts, technology, languages, and leadership to develop teamwork, self-discipline, and problem-solving. The program aims to provide a joyful platform for learning and a global outlook.

Leadership & Professional
The High School program includes Cultivating Innovative Leaders, reflecting a structured emphasis on leadership development and opportunities within clubs and school activities. Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles through various organizations and programs.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sias promotes athletic excellence and personal growth through core competitive teams in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and badminton, with rigorous coaching and an emphasis on physical conditioning. The program also focuses on student-athlete wellbeing, balance between academics and sports, and core school values of Caring, Balanced, Principled, and Risk-takers.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP). English Language Arts is part of the curriculum. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided to help students access grade-level coursework. Mandarin Test is used in admissions screening, and the library is an English-language resource to support language learning.

Immersion Programs
Immersion programs: An immersive English environment is provided, especially in boarding life, with language enhancement and intensive academic support. Boarding life emphasizes immersion through English-centric activities and cultural experiences. The boarding fee includes all English enhancement sessions, reinforcing daily language exposure. The campus hosts one of the province's largest English-language libraries to support immersion across grade levels.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Eligibility and seat availability. The school notes that seat availability is limited across many grade levels, and it is advised to contact the Admissions Team before submitting an application for 2026-27. Before starting, ensure the child meets all eligibility requirements.

2. Apply online and pay the application fee. Families pay the non-refundable application fee and submit the online application through the designated online system.

3. Submit all required documents online. For non-Chinese passport holders and Permanent Residence holders, there are specific document requirements, and all required records should be presented for admission.

4. Admission screening and interviews. Applicants undergo a screening process, and parents attend an interview. The screening varies by grade: Early Years involve observation; KG-G1 use a Mandarin assessment (DIBELS in KG-G1); G2–G4 use MAP and Mandarin tests; G5–G10 use MAP and IDAT (with IDAT used if needed based on interview scores); G11–G12 use IDAT and Mandarin.

5. Admissions decision. The Admissions Committee reviews the application materials and makes a decision based on the screening results, documents, and overall fit with the program.

6. Admission letter and tuition invoice. If admitted, an Admission Letter and Tuition Invoice are issued.

7. Tuition payment. Families pay tuition according to the invoice.

8. Further information. For additional details, refer to the FAQs section.

9. Plan a visit and consider updated seat availability. The school emphasizes checking current seat availability and contacting the Admissions Team before applying for 2026-27.

Waitlist
If all required documents are not presented at the time of admissions, a student will be placed on wait status until the documents are provided.
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