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CityGuangzhou
CurriculumBritish
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 2 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 17 students / class
Maximum 25 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 元131,000
to: 元190,000
Address: No. 4 Chuangjia Road, Jinshazhou, Baiyun District,510168, China
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School details

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Number of students

335

Number of nationalities represented in the school

45

Most common nationality

American - Indian - Japanese - Bangladeshi - South Korean - Vietnamese- Canadian - Colombian - Iranian - British - Syrian - Singaporean - Iraqi - Saudi Arabian - Chinese

Ratio of local students to international students

4:6

Native English speaking teachers

Yes , our homeroom teachers are native English speakers.

Language support for students not fluent in English

For primary students who need assistance with the English language, we offer complimentary EAL sessions.
For secondary students who are not fluent in English, we offer AEP course before they can be admitted to the mainstream class.

Additional language classes offered by the school

Our school provides Chinese course for every student.

Max. number of students per class

18 students in Early Years and 25 students above Year1

Average number of students per class

15 students in Early Years, 20 students in Primary, and 10 students in Secondary

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

We provide each homeroom teacher with a TA and a cleaner for the Early Years and Year 1 so that they can focus on providing our children with the best academic experience.

Use of technology in the classroom

Each class has an interactive whiteboard, and students can utilize iPads and laptops for research. There are 11 computers with Windows and Mac operating systems in our library. Children are welcome to work on tech projects in our STEAM room.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

We had to switch to online classes during Covid, which fortunately gave us the finest chance to test out our online proficiency. We tried it, mastered it, and some students use our online class when they are away from home or unable to attend class.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

In China, it is prohibited to preach missions, hold religious activities, establish religious organizations, or establish venues for religious activities in schools and other educational institutions other than religious institutions.

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

All religions are welcome at BIS, and we treat every student as if they were one of our own children. We respect our students' beliefs and are aware of their needs. For instance, all of our food is Halal-certified in order to serve our Muslim students.

External examinations or assessments available

Cambridge IGCSE & A Level

Results in these examinations

74% of students achieved Acceptance Standard (C or above) and 30% achieved Standard of Excellence (A or above) in all subjects.

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

We encourage children to spend their leisure time with their parents at home, but our teachers also assign homework to their students when there is a need.

Approximate hours of homework given

It depends on the age of the child.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

Our highest level is Y13. All of our graduates have attended college.

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

We collaborate with outside professional experts in the service of special needs. Depending on the situation, we may ask them to help out at school full- or part-time. There will be an extra charge for this.

Learning support offered

Psychological counseling, EAL programs, and other special needs items.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Every student at BIS receives the maximum amount of academic exposure, and for our very exceptional and gifted children, we open all the doors that might one day benefit them, including clubs, workshops, and specialized courses offered on campus or off.

Student access to education psychologist

We do have a psychological counselor working at our school to provide professional guidance for students.

Entry evaluation for students

Yes, all of our new students need to take an evaluation.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

We will set up an English assessment and interview with our interview panel before a new student enrolls in the school.

Waiting list

A waiting list has been established due to the great demand for our Pre-Nursery.

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

We accept students throughout the school year. Usually for a new academic year we encourage parents register before July 31st.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes, if there is a vacancy.

School start time

8:20 am for Early Years and Primary, and 8:35am for Secondary

School finish time

3:35pm for Early Years and Primary, and 4:00pm for Secondary

Supervised care before/after school

Yes , we have a dedicated team that take on supervision duties.

School bus service available

Yes, we cover central areas of Guangzhou with our fleet of safe, air-conditioned vehicles with comfy seats and supervised by One supervisor. Please contact our admissions to find out where the designated pick-up location is in your neighborhood.

School provided lunches

For all the students, lunch and morning snacks are provided. Kindergarten kids also receive their breakfast and afternoon snacks. All of the food in our kitchen is Halal-certified and is healthy.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

We are a certified Halal food provider , and our kitchen make sure we offer the specific diet for each student if needed.

Uniform required

Yes, all the students are required to wear a uniform.

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

We offer more than 30 courses as after school activities, including academics and competitions, sports, arts, STEAM, and others.

Sports activities included

Football, basketball, volleyball, badminton

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

The BIS Lions is our school football team, and we are also establishing other sports teams.

Facilities at the school

At BIS, we have a library with over 2000 volumes, a multi-purpose room with modern equipment, an outside playground, a STEAM Lab, a photography studio, and a music room with different instruments.

Sports facilities at the school

Our school provides essential sports facilities including an outdoor playground, a basketball court, a football field, three badminton courts, and indoor areas for physical education classes.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Britannia International School Guangzhou (BIS) is a fully English-taught Cambridge international school, catering to students aged 2 to 18. With a diverse student body from 45 countries and regions, BIS prepares students for admission to top universities worldwide and nurtures their development as global citizens.
BIS has obtained accreditation from Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), Council of International Schools (CIS), Pearson Edexcel, and International Curriculum Association (ICA). Our school provides Cambridge IGCSE and A Level qualifications.

Teaching approach of the school

At BIS, we offer the accredited IEYC curriculum at the Early Years stage, and the accredited Cambridge International curriculum in Primary and Secondary. Students undertake Cambridge assessments, including IGCSE and A Level in the Upper Secondary stage.

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