Meet Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School at This Year’s JISE

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With over 70 international schools in attendance, educational forums given by both parents and experts, activities for bourgeoning student entrepreneurs, and much much more, the Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) 2020 is something you can’t miss October 24-25 at Beijing Renaissance Capital Hotel.

Among the top players in the international school scene in Beijing who will be in attendance at this year’s JISE is Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School. Founded in 1993, Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School is a K-12 day-and-boarding school with three authorized IB programs (PYP, MYP, and DP), providing an innovative, internationally-focused education whilst maintaining Chinese characteristics.

In the past 26 years, Huijia has adhered to the educational philosophy of Pioneering Innovation, Exceptional Quality, and an International Mindset aligned with the IB Mission Statement. Huijia is also committed to a bilingual and bicultural approach to education and promotes the academic, artistic, and physical development of all students.

What makes Beijing Huijia Private School unique?

“In Huijia, nothing is impossible. IB curriculum motivates students to take part in various activities to be balanced learners. Almost every on-campus or off-campus activities offer students opportunities for volunteering. In high school, I participated in the backstage technical support group, making contributions behind the stage, and learned a lot.”

-Jackson, 2017 IB Graduate

“Huijia provides a unique culture integration. Students here have plenty of courses and activities to absorb the essence of our Chinese culture, at the same time, develop an international vision following the established IB curriculum in a multi-cultural environment.

Another characteristic about Huijia is its idea of helping every student growing to their best. It gives each student the platform to develop their own talents and skills and the opportunity to grow to their best. The school does not cultivate only one type of “good students”, but diversified talents for the society. In Huijia, everyone can be successful.”

– Rong Tan, parent of Yitong Liu, 2017 IB Graduate

“Huijia School respects the characteristics of each student and provides students with plentiful platforms and opportunities to show themselves. We encourage them to dream big, to explore. All the setbacks are embraced, and everyone’s uniqueness is respected.”

-Jianfang Zhao, Head of Grade 12

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Founding date: 1993
School type: Private
School hours: 8.30am-4pm (PYP), 8am-5.10pm (MYP and DP)
Ministry of Education accredited? Yes
Curriculum description: PYP, MYP, DP

Age range: 5-18
Grades offered: Pre-K, Grade 1 to 12
Number of students: 2,000+
Foreign passport holder accepted? Yes
Local Chinese students accepted? Yes
Nationality of students: China, US, Australia, Canada, UK, Japan, Philippines, New Zealand, Korea, Mongolia, Netherlands, Kazakhstan
Class size (average): 20-25
Teacher-student ratio: 1:5

Tuition and other fees (2019-2020): RMB 20,000 (PYP), RMB 23,000 (MYP), RMB 25,000 (DP)

Primary teaching language(s): Bilingual – Chinese Mandarin and English (PYP and MYP), English (DP)
Other elective language(s): None
After-school activities: Huijia offers a wide variety of elite competitive sports, recreational pursuits, traditional Chinese activities as well as opportunities to participate in the performing arts, creative composition, and life skills. Teacher-organized clubs, teams, and groups: Equestrian, ice hockey, golf, taekwondo, fencing, robotics, jewelry design, Model UN, cooking and baking, drama, 3D printing, pottery, magic, traditional music, music band, drawing, cartoon. Students-organized clubs: IB TV Station, IB gravity, IB charity, PED, Hi-tech, Drama, Dancing.
Scholarships offered? Academic Scholarship and Special Talented Scholarships are available to eligible candidates. Applications and further reading for this matter can be found on the Huijia website.
Extra help offered? No

Total area (in sqm): 230,000
Facilities: Four bubble gyms with air purification system (ice hockey, basketball, swimming, integrated sports, fitness), equestrian, outdoor soccer field; three libraries, two theaters, a black box, piano practice rooms, labs and studios, two electric piano rooms, two band rooms, pottery room, VR room
Lunch: Organic products from Huijia Farm, buffet
Boarding program? Day and boarding (primary), boarding (secondary)
Health center? Full-time service

Come meet the Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School and more at this year’s JISE. Attendance is free for all prospective parents, family members, and students. It’s the perfect opportunity to really get to know schools on a one-on-one basis before making decisions on your child’s education. Scan the QR code above to register in advance to attend this year’s JISE.

This year’s event is sponsored by the Pacific Overseas Group (太平洋出国 ) and our special Medical Supporter is Raffles Medical Beijing (北京莱佛士诊所).

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Photos: Courtesy of Beijing Huijia Private (IB) School 

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