International Schools

An international school offers the benefits of fostering tolerance and open-mindedness to expatriates' children. International schooling facilities in Qingdao are quite accessible. Before you enroll your kids, make sure you and they are satisfied with the available services.

It is noticeable that the vacancies of international schools are very limited during May to July; make a reservation as early as possible. School tour and enrollment assistance are part of JRE's free orientation services, please contact us if you need further information.

Following lists some options:

Qingdao International School
Qingdao International School (QIS) was established in 1998. The school is licensed by both the Ministry of Education in Beijing and the Qingdao Education Bureau to accept the children of the expatriate community in Qingdao. QIS offers a comprehensive western oriented pre-K to 12th grade international education. Core subjects are taught in English and Mandarin Chinese is taught as a second language.

High standard educational materials are imported from the United States, Great Britain, and Australia. QIS has adopted the California Benchmarks and Standards and uses other internationally recognized models in developing its curriculum and methods of assessment. The Upper School curriculum is designed to prepare students for acceptance to universities throughout the world.

Tuition:
Pre-K and Kindergarten: USD 7,900
Grades 1 - 5: USD 9,950
Grades 6 - 8: USD 10,950
Grades 9 - 12: USD 11,950


School Campus Address:
Middle Sector of Songling Lu
Shilaoren Tourist Resort
青岛国际学校
石老人度假匿松岭路中殿br> Tel: 8890-8000
Fax: 8890-8950
Email: jdfisch47@yahoo.com
Website: www.qischina.org


Qingdao MTI International School
青岛MTI国际学校
Qingdao MTI International School (QMIS) is a foreign-run international school for expatriate children. It was opened in Qingdao in 1996 by an educational foundation established by Management Technologies International Inc. (MTI).

Teaching in English and using an American curriculum and system of study, QMIS offers a full educational program from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, as well as English as a second language instruction.

To enroll as a new student, a child must reach the following age by September 30 in the fall of the academic year:
Grade Level Age by September 30
Pre-Kindergarten 4
Kindergarten 5
First Grade 6
Regarding the tuition fee, please visit their website on www.qmischina.com

School Campus Address:
Children's Activity Center,6 Donghai Lu
东海跿号少儿活动中忿br> Tel: 8389-5006
Fax: 8389-5012
Email: qmis@qmischina.com

Learning Chinese

The Chinese language is one of the most difficult languages for westerner to master. The most challenging aspect is the written language, composed of thousands of thousands of unique characters. A serious student must dedicate many hours to learning and retaining characters. While it is certainly an admirable pursuit, one that would definitely prove useful and rewarding in the long run, many foreign professionals simply lack the time that learning to read and write would require. Many expatriates eschew the written language in favor of the far more accessible spoken language.

Chelsea Language & Culture Programs
Rm. 706, Yuyuan Building, 77 Hongkong Xi Lu
海思教育咨诿
香港西路77叿裕源大厦706宿br> Tel: 8389-1748 / 8260-6127
Website: www.chelsea.com.cn


Information: Chelsea offers courses specially designed for the expatriates living in Qingdao. It is able to teach students of all levels from absolute beginner to HSK higher-level candidates. The emphasis is on functional mandarin for everyday use in China and a practical, rather than an academic approach is taken. Most importantly, classes are taught by qualified professionals who are trained in modern communicative approaches. Courses run year round and students can enroll any week.

International House Qingdao
20F North Building of Golden Plaza, 20 Hongkong Zhong Lu
青岛英豪语言专修学院
香港中路20叿黄金广场北楼20屿br> Tel: 8502-1540 / 8502-2780 / 8502-3890
Fax: 8502-2690
Email: ihqd@ihqd.com
Website: www.ihqd.com

Information: Take the opportunity to study Mandarin Chinese at International House, Qingdao. Specially designed courses are being offered to foreign students and business people focusing on language skills and cultural understanding. The Mandarin course offers an intensive 20 hours per week of study, including 15 hours on the language and 5 hours on cultural understanding .