Yew Chung International School of Qingdao

China, Qingdao

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Fees RMB 171,000 - 257,000

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 2006

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)

Taught languages Mandarin, English, Korean

Typical class size 4

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

YCIS Qingdao is an international school in Qingdao West Coast serving students aged 2 to 18. The school offers a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme. It provides a bilingual English‑Chinese learning environment with teachers from more than ten countries and students from 30 nations. The Secondary Section is authorised as a Cambridge Examinations Centre, and the school is IB World School offering DP. The campus includes well-equipped dedicated science, art, and music rooms and an on-site soccer pitch. Beyond the classroom, YCIS Qingdao runs more than 50 Co‑Curricular Activities through CCP for Years 1–13, including Orchestra, Percussion, Chinese Traditional Dance, Violin, Ukulele, Painting, Pottery, Woodworking, Planting and Drama. Graduates go on to study at universities worldwide, with recent acceptances to Peking University, Tsinghua, Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cornell, NUS, and HKU. The school is a member of the Council of International Schools.

www.ycis-qd.com

72 Tai Hang Shan Lu, Qingdao West Coast New Area, Shandong, P.R.C. 266555, China

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The Essentials

Location

The campus is located at 72 Tai Hang Shan Lu, Qingdao West Coast New Area, Shandong, PRC 266555. The campus is situated in Huangdao, Qingdao West Coast New Area. YCIS Qingdao serves expatriate students aged 2 to 18 (Kindergarten 2 to Year 13).

Stages

Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary, Future

Type

International school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Over 20 nationalities represented; culturally diverse learning environment.

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Fees

Application fee & Deposit
- Application fee (new students, non-refundable): RMB 3,000.
- Deposit (one-time, refundable, non-interest-bearing security deposit for ECE to Year 13): RMB 19,000. The School may apply the Deposit to any outstanding fees; if the Deposit is used to settle outstanding fees it must be repaid within three days.

Tuition fees (per term and annual amounts) — Academic Year 2026/2027 (all amounts in RMB)
- ECE – Kindergarten 2 to 4: Semester 1 (Aug–Dec): RMB 68,400; Semester 2 (Jan–Jun): RMB 102,600; Annual: RMB 171,000.
- Primary – Years 1 to 4: Semester 1: RMB 90,400; Semester 2: RMB 135,600; Annual: RMB 226,000.
- Primary – Years 5 and 6: Semester 1: RMB 91,600; Semester 2: RMB 137,400; Annual: RMB 229,000.
- Secondary – Years 7 to 9: Semester 1: RMB 99,600; Semester 2: RMB 149,400; Annual: RMB 249,000.
- Secondary – Year 10 (IGCSE): Semester 1: RMB 102,400; Semester 2: RMB 153,600; Annual: RMB 256,000.
- Secondary – Year 11 (IGCSE): Semester 1: RMB 99,600; Semester 2: RMB 149,400; Annual: RMB 249,000.
- Secondary – Year 12 (IBDP / A Level): Semester 1: RMB 102,800; Semester 2: RMB 154,200; Annual: RMB 257,000. (A Level relaunch initiative: a specific relaunch tuition is RMB 220,000 for participating students.)
- Secondary – Year 13 (IBDP): Semester 1: RMB 99,600; Semester 2: RMB 149,400; Annual: RMB 249,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Semester 1 or full annual tuition payment due no later than: 15 June 2026. Semester 2 tuition payment due no later than: 15 November 2026.
- Mid-year (mid-term) enrolment: tuition is calculated on a monthly pro-rata basis based on a 10-month period (inclusive of the month of commencement); fees must be paid within ten (10) calendar days after issue of the Offer and before attendance begins.
- Late payment charge: overdue school fees attract an overdue charge of 2% per month, compounded monthly. The School reserves the right to reassign a place or cancel enrolment for overdue accounts.
- Discounts:
- Early Bird: 5% discount on Annual Tuition Fees (tuition only) when full annual payment is received by the School's bank on or before 15 April 2026.
- Annual Payment Discount: 3% discount on Annual Tuition Fees (tuition only) when full annual payment is received by the School's bank between 16 April 2026 and 15 June 2026.
- Sibling discounts (full-day programme only): second eldest child: 15% off tuition; third child and onward: 20% off tuition. Sibling discounts cannot be combined with other discounts except as noted for Early Bird/Annual Payment.
- Alumni children discount: 20% tuition discount for enrolled children of YCIS alumni (not combinable with other discounts).

Residence hall / Boarding (optional; Years 7–13)
- Residence hall service is available for Years 7–13. The School requires an advance/prepayment for additional living expenses and school activity fees for international boarding students; the estimated total advance is RMB 50,000 per student for the academic year. Actual expenses are deducted from this prepaid account with parental authorisation and any balance is refunded as applicable.

School bus (optional)
- School bus fees (K3 – Year 13; amounts shown per semester and annual):
- Within 15 km: Semester 1 RMB 5,280; Semester 2 RMB 7,920; Annual RMB 13,200.
- 15 km or over: Semester 1 RMB 6,120; Semester 2 RMB 9,180; Annual RMB 15,300.
- Temporary or short-term bus arrangements are made subject to route and seat availability.

School meals and catering (optional)
- Recommended pre-pay top-up minimum: RMB 600. Suggested meal prices (per meal): Breakfast RMB 26 for all students; Lunch ECE RMB 40; Primary Years 1–2 set meal RMB 42–50; Primary Years 3–6 and Secondary Years 7–13: charges vary based on dining items and selections; themed-event catering charged separately.

Uniforms and other compulsory items
- School uniforms are required for all students ECE to Year 13 and must be purchased from the School's uniform supplier platform at supplier-set prices. New students must purchase one set in their first year; returning students may purchase individual pieces as needed.

Other mandatory or common additional fees
- International Student Administrative Service Fee (for students requiring the School's support with a Child Student Visa / Student Visa and related services): RMB 12,000 per international student. This covers additional administrative costs including visa support, international medical insurance, airport pickup, health checks and related services.
- Advance Payment for additional living/activity expenses for international boarding students: estimated RMB 50,000 (prepaid).

Refund information and departure procedures
- Application Fee is non-refundable.
- Deposit and tuition refund rules depend on the date the School receives a completed Departure Notice Form and the actual date of departure; specific refund thresholds for Deposit and Tuition Fees are set for Semester 1 and Semester 2 (examples: for Semester 1 the Deposit may be 100% refundable if the Departure Notice is received on or before 15 April 2026 in certain cases; tuition refunds for a semester vary by the date of departure—100% refund before semester start, 50% if by a later cutoff date, and no refund after specified cutoffs). All refunds are processed after completion of departure procedures and settlement of outstanding accounts; the Deposit is returned within 30 days after departure procedures are complete, subject to deductions for amounts owing. Detailed departure and refund timelines and conditions apply.
- Temporary leave: there is no refund of Deposit or Tuition Fees for temporary leave. Specific rules apply for refunds of bus fees, meal balances and residence hall fees. Original receipts or fapiaos must be returned for refunds and tax or processing charges may apply.

Fee payment options and settlement instructions
- Accepted payment methods:
- Bank remittance (preferred): payments may be made by bank transfer to the School's RMB domestic bank account or the overseas USD account; include the student's passport name in the remittance reference. Domestic and overseas account details are provided for bank transfers.
- Pay in person: small cash amounts up to RMB 6,000 are accepted in person. Large cash payments, credit cards and personal cheques are NOT accepted.
- Any payments received are applied first to the Deposit if it is outstanding; outstanding balances must be settled per the fee schedule. Overdue charges and reallocation/cancellation of places apply for unpaid accounts.

Contacts for accounts and fee enquiries
- Accounts Division contact for fee enquiries and assistance: Tel: 0532 8699 5551-3; email: fad.qd@ycis.com.

Academics

Curriculum

The school has a bilingual learning environment. It has a proven track record in IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Student Teacher Ratio

4:1

Exam Results

IBDP pass rate: 20+.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates go on to study at top universities worldwide, including Peking University, Tsinghua University, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, London School of Economics and Political Sciences, University College London, Stanford University, University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Los Angeles, Cornell University, National University of Singapore, and The University of Hong Kong.

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Admissions

1. Enquiry & Visit: The Admissions Team assists with enquiries and visits for Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary Programmes. Applications are welcome from eligible students of all nationalities, cultures, and educational and language backgrounds who share YCIS' philosophy and values, with flexibility for relocation; contact Admissions to check place availability. To apply, families must submit foreign identification and other documents that meet the regulations of the local government. 2. Placement: Year level and programme placement is based on multiple factors including academic performance, English language proficiency, skill development, prior years of schooling, social development, date of birth, and learning needs. Admissions assessments may include a one-on-one meeting or interview, a written placement test, an external assessment (for significant learning needs), and/or an online English language evaluation. Following assessment, the appropriate year level and programme are determined. The aim is to sustain a multicultural environment and balanced student community. 3. Waitlist: When a year level becomes full, YCIS Qingdao maintains a waiting pool of applicants. Children with enrolled siblings at YCIS receive priority in the admissions process. Families can contact Admissions to inquire about place availability. 4. Internal Transfer: All YCIS schools operate under the same educational philosophy, pedagogy, and curriculum. Internal transfers are convenient for families relocating within the network (not requiring the normal application process or fee). Internal transfer applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the local government and will be assessed for admission and placement.

Scholarships

YCIS Qingdao Scholarship Programme is open for the 2026–2027 academic year. It seeks students ready to shine from diverse backgrounds, and celebrates potential, passion, and the courage to grow. Every application tells a unique story, and the programme invites applicants to share their goals as part of the process.

Waitlist

YCIS Qingdao maintains a waiting pool of applicants when a year level is full. Siblings enrolled at YCIS have priority in the admissions process. Families can contact Admissions to inquire about place availability during the waiting period. Admissions decisions are handled by the Admissions Team.

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FAQs

What is the age range of students at YCIS Qingdao and where is the campus located?

YCIS Qingdao serves expatriate students from age 2 through 18, covering Early Childhood to Year 13. The campus is located at 72 Tai Hang Shan Lu, Qingdao West Coast New Area, Huangdao, Qingdao, Shandong 266555.

What curriculum and learning environment does YCIS Qingdao offer?

The school delivers a bilingual English‑Chinese program with a proven track record in IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It operates as a co‑educational international school, with boarding available for older students.

Is boarding available at YCIS Qingdao and who can board?

Yes, boarding is available for Years 7–13 in on‑site residence halls. The housing includes en‑suite bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, communal living spaces, and regular cleaning, with dining arrangements handled separately.

What are the tuition fees for different year groups for 2026/2027?

For 2026/2027, ECE (Kindergarten 2–4) is 171,000 RMB per year; Primary Y1–4 is 226,000 RMB; Primary Y5–6 is 229,000 RMB; Secondary Y7–9 is 249,000 RMB; IGCSE years 10–11 range from 249,000 to 256,000 RMB; IBDP years 12–13 are 249,000–257,000 RMB, with a 220,000 RMB option for participating A Level relaunch.

What fees accompany the tuition, and are there application or deposit costs?

There is a 3,000 RMB non‑refundable application fee and a 19,000 RMB refundable deposit. Additional costs may apply for boarding, transportation, meals, uniforms, and an International Student Administrative Service Fee of 12,000 RMB for visa and related services.

How does admissions work, and is there a waitlist at YCIS Qingdao?

Admissions involve an enquiry/visit, placement assessment (interview and tests as needed), and year level placement. When a year level is full, a waiting pool is maintained; siblings already enrolled have priority in admissions.

Are scholarships available for prospective students?

Yes, YCIS Qingdao offers a Scholarship Programme for the 2026–2027 academic year, aimed at students from diverse backgrounds with strong potential and a willingness to grow.

What are the key academic offerings and exam pathways at YCIS Qingdao?

The school offers a bilingual program with a focus on IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. The Secondary Section is a Cambridge International Examinations Centre and the school is an IB World School.

What is the student‑teacher ratio, and what does that imply about class sizes?

The student–teacher ratio is 4:1, indicating small class sizes and close personalised attention for students.

Which universities have YCIS Qingdao graduates progressed to?

Graduates have gone on to top universities worldwide, including Peking University, Tsinghua University, the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, LSE, UCL, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cornell, NUS, and The University of Hong Kong.

What learning spaces and facilities does the campus provide for academics and the arts?

YCIS Qingdao has dedicated science, art, and music rooms and spaces to support practical learning across arts, sciences, and sports, plus a soccer pitch on campus. There are more than 50 Co‑Curricular Activities (CCP) available across Years 1–13.

What on‑campus facilities support sports and extracurricular activities?

In addition to the on‑site soccer pitch, the campus supports a broad CCP with numerous clubs and activities, including music, arts, and language offerings.

Are there housing options beyond the academic year, and what do they include?

Yes. The residence halls for Years 7–13 include air conditioning, heating, en‑suite bathrooms, a communal living room and study spaces, with weekly laundry, cleaning services, and separate dining arrangements.

What co‑curricular activities are available beyond regular classes?

YCIS Qingdao offers over 50 CCP activities for Years 1–13, including music ensembles (Orchestra, Violin, Ukulele), Chinese Traditional Dance, Painting, Pottery, Woodworking, Planting, Drama, and more.

What musical and arts programs support students outside class time?

There is an In‑School Individual Instrumental Programme (IIIP) and a broad CCP for arts and music, enabling students to pursue instrument study and performance after school.

Do students have leadership opportunities through extra‑curriculars?

Yes, through house activities and a wide range of CCAs that promote teamwork, collaboration, and leadership skills beyond the classroom.

What language support is available for non‑native English speakers?

The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) and English Language and Literature (ELL) support, with students grouped by need and an English Intensive Programme for those with limited English.

How does YCIS Qingdao address safeguarding and wellbeing?

YCIS Qingdao operates as a child‑safe school with established Child Protection Policies and Procedures, and offers Character Education in Lower Secondary to support holistic wellbeing and ethical development.

Is there any dedicated wellbeing or SEN support beyond language help?

EAL/ELL support is available, along with safeguarding measures; specific SEN services are not listed in the provided information.

What is the school's house system like and what are the houses for?

The school uses a four‑house system where students participate in house activities and wear house T‑shirts for events, fostering community and teamwork.

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