Admissions Policy

In accordance with the School’s Articles of Association, in so far as space and resources permit, the School intends to enroll qualified students who hold a foreign passport and have at least one parent holding a foreign passport. At least one parent or legally appointed guardian must reside in Beijing with the student.

Prior to being considered for admission to the School, students must file a complete application and submit all documentation as required by the admission’s office.

A qualified student is one who is likely to find success in the School’s English language university preparatory program. This determination shall be made by the School through a variety of means, which may include review of official school transcripts, records, and other evaluative procedures. All such procedures will be transparent and fully explained to the parents of prospective students.

Qualified students in the following categories will be guaranteed admission:

• Dependent children of guaranteed seat holders.
• Dependent children of US government employees.
• Dependent children of eligible ISB expatriate faculty and administrators.

In times of limited space, qualified students will be considered for admission in the following priority:

1. Siblings of enrolled students who have completed the application process prior to March 15.
2. Children who are native English speakers.
3. Children who are English language proficient by determination of the School.
4. Other applicants in accordance with the School’s ESOL policy.