The British School of Beijing, ShunyiVerified
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$23K - US$50K
Curriculum: IB · British
Age Range: 18 months - 18
Students: ~1,500
Location: Shunyi, Beijing
Updated April 2026
In Brief
BSB Shunyi is the right choice for Shunyi families wanting British-system continuity from Early Years through to IB Diploma, particularly those with German-speaking children who can join the German Primary programme. Its size, 20-year track record, and Nord Anglia MIT and Juilliard collaborations make it a serious school, not just a convenient one.
BSB Shunyi is the larger of the two Nord Anglia schools in Beijing, with around 1,500 students from 18 months to Year 13. It runs British National Curriculum through primary, IGCSE at Years 10 and 11, and IB Diploma at Years 12 and 13. For native German-speaking families, a German Primary programme runs alongside the main school from Years 1 to 6. The Shunyi campus is purpose-built and directly accessible from the main Shunyi expat residential areas. BSO inspected; COBIS member; Nord Anglia network benefits include MIT STEAM collaborations and Juilliard Performing Arts curriculum.
University outcomes for the 2025 and 2026 leavers are strong: 72 offers spanning 10+ countries, 79% from QS Top 100 universities, 24 Russell Group offers, and two Cambridge offers announced for the 2026 cohort. The school was rated Top 5 most popular international school in Beijing by International Schools Database in 2025. Fees for 2025-26 run CNY 165,000 (Pre-Nursery mornings) to CNY 361,100 (Years 12 and 13). One-time application fee CNY 2,500; refundable security deposit CNY 16,000; one-time EAL charge CNY 20,000 for non-English speakers. Ask about class sizes and teacher retention at secondary level when you visit.
What parents value
- –Full British system from 18 months to Year 13, with IB Diploma at Sixth Form - rare in Beijing. German Primary programme for native German-speaking families. 1,500-student campus in prime Shunyi location.
- –72 university offers, 79% QS Top 100, 24 Russell Group (2025). Rated Top 5 most popular Beijing international school (ISD 2025). Nord Anglia MIT STEAM and Juilliard Performing Arts collaborations. BSO inspected; COBIS member.
- –Competitive fees for the Shunyi market - CNY 311,400 at Year 6, CNY 361,100 at Year 13 - mid-range compared with ISB and Dulwich.
Points of consideration
- –Shunyi location only: not practical for families in Chaoyang, Sanlitun, or CBD. Factor the commute into your school decision if you live or work downtown.
- –Large school of 1,500 can feel impersonal in some year groups; ask specifically about pastoral care and how new students are settled in, particularly at secondary.
- –Ask about staff retention and management culture at secondary level when visiting - a practical question worth raising with current parents.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery Mornings (age 2) | 2 | NaN |
| Pre-Nursery Full Day (age 2) | 2 | NaN |
| Nursery (age 3) | 3 | NaN |
| Reception (age 4) | 4 | NaN |
| Year 1 (age 5) | 5 | NaN |
| Year 2 (age 6) | 6 | NaN |
| Year 3 (age 7) | 7 | NaN |
| Year 4 (age 8) | 8 | NaN |
| Year 5 (age 9) | 9 | NaN |
| Year 6 (age 10) | 10 | NaN |
| Year 7 (age 11) | 11 | NaN |
| Year 8 (age 12) | 12 | NaN |
| Year 9 (age 13) | 13 | NaN |
| Year 10 (age 14) | 14 | NaN |
| Year 11 (age 15) | 15 | NaN |
| Year 12 (age 16) | 16 | NaN |
| Year 13 (age 17) | 17 | NaN |
Fees converted from CNY. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | NaN |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | NaN |
| EAL Charge (one-time, if applicable) | NaN |
Academic Results
| University Offers (2025) | 72 |
| QS Top 100 Offers (2025) | 79% |
| Russell Group Offers (2025) | 24 |
| Cambridge Offers (2026) | 2 |
| Scholarships Awarded | CNY 2.8M+ |
BSB Shunyi's 2025 university outcomes: 72 offers from 10+ countries, 79% from QS Top 100 universities, 24 Russell Group offers, and scholarships totalling over CNY 2.8 million. Two Cambridge offers were announced for the 2026 cohort. The school was rated Top 5 most popular international school in Beijing by International Schools Database 2025.
Source: BSB Shunyi university outcomes and news pages (nordangliaeducation.com/bsb-shunyi)., 2025-2026
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Beijing's leading international schools draw students from across the expatriate community and a growing number of Chinese families with foreign passports. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
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