< Back What types of schools do most expats in your city choose for their children? What are some examples of these schools? Is there a lot of competition for spots in local schools? Are pre-schools also widely available (for children approx. 2 to 5 years old)? How are most kids transported to and from school? When does the typical school year start and end? Is there anything else I should know about local schools? What types of schools do most expats in your city choose for their children? The majority of expats choose international schools (especially if the employer is paying the tuition). ↑ Top What are some examples of these schools? ISB - International o School of Beijing WAB - Western Academy of Beijing BISS - Beijing BISS International School YCIS - Yew Chung International School of Beijing The British School of Beijing Dulwich College Beijing ↑ Top Is there a lot of competition for spots in local schools? Certain schools may have more competition over others and in different grades as well. Contact Crown Beijing for more information. ↑ Top Are pre-schools also widely available (for children approx. 2 to 5 years old)? Yes. Please contact Crown Beijing for details. ↑ Top How are most kids transported to and from school? Most expat kids ride the school bus. ↑ Top When does the typical school year start and end? The school year starts in August and ends in June. ↑ Top Is there anything else I should know about local schools? The majority of international schools have school buses that pick up children from Beijing's prominent expat estates located downtown. ↑ Top IMPORTANT NOTE: Crown Relocations has made every effort to present accurate information. However, regulations, rates and other variables are subject to change and Crown Relocations cannot accept responsibility for the errors that might result. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact your local Crown representative.