What does the school's calendar look like?

Léman International School Chengdu follows an international school calendar, with the academic year starting in mid-August and ending at the end of June.

What is the deadline for enrolment?

We accept applications throughout the school year, so long as we have places available in the year group the student is applying to. Prospective students will also need to meet Léman International School Chengdu’s admissions requirements.

Will my child be able to transfer between schools in the Nord Anglia Education family?

Yes. Once your child is accepted and attending any of our schools, they can transfer to other Nord Anglia schools, subject to that school having places available and the student meeting the admissions criteria. Admissions and administrative procedures are greatly simplified, although fees and charges will vary accordingly.

Are the ‘Enrolment Deposit’ and ‘Re-enrolment Deposit’ separate fees?

The Enrolment Deposit and Re-enrolment Deposit are pre-payments to secure your child’s place. Both deposits are credited against the next term’s tuition fees. They are non-refundable after the published dates, as stated in our ‘Tuition and Fees’ document.

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Q: What does the school's calendar look like?

L&eacute;man International School Chengdu follows an international school calendar, with the academic year starting in mid-August and ending at the end of June.

WELCOME TO OUR THRIVING COMMUNITY

We’re delighted you’re considering Léman International School Chengdu for your child’s education. There’s no limit to what they will achieve in our academically ambitious community, where outstanding teachers empower, support, and challenge each student to be their very best.

Your admissions journey starts with our dedicated team, who can answer your questions, arrange a tour of our campus, and introduce you to our highly qualified teachers and staff.

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our ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To successfully apply for a place at LIS Chengdu, you’ll need to meet our entry requirements and submit certain documents. You’ll also need to complete our online application form and parent questionnaire.

For full details about Léman International School Chengdu’s admissions criteria and the documents you’ll need to prepare, please visit our entry requirements page.

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THE LIS CHENGDU ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST

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We understand that choosing and applying to a new school can be time consuming, which is why our expert admissions team are always available to help. They can answer your questions and support you through the application process.

To apply, you’ll need to prepare the following documents:

A copy of your child’s passport and residence visa
Copies of your child’s school reports from the previous two years.
A copy of both parents’ passports and residence visas.
Your child’s immunisation records.
An educational psychologist’s report detailing any special learning needs (if applicable).

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OUR STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Take a look at our simple step-by-step guide to the Léman International School Chengdu admissions process.

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Make an online enquiry

Begin the application process by submitting an online enquiry form.

Step1

Receive a reply from Léman

After you’ve submitted your online enquiry, you’ll be contacted by our admissions office.

Step 2

Book a visit to campus or a virtual discovery meeting

Schedule a visit to our campus, check out our state-of-the-art facilities, learn more about our curriculum, and meet with our outstanding teachers or staff. If you're faced with travel restrictions, book a virtual discovery meeting – it’s the next best thing!

Step 3

Make a formal admissions application

Should you decide to apply formally for admission to Léman on behalf of your child, please fill out our online application form and send your supporting documents.

Step 4

KEY LIS CHENGDU ADMISSIONS DATES: 2026–27

Our school calendar contains important term, holiday, and admissions dates for the upcoming year.

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Term 1

Monday 17 Aug to Thursday 17 Dec 2026

Winter Break

Friday 18 Dec 2026 to Sunday 03 Jan 2027

Term 2

Monday 04 Jan to Friday 02 Apr 2027

Spring break

Saturday 03 Apr to Sunday 11 Apr 2027

Term 3

Monday 12 Apr to Friday 18 Jun 2027

Summer Holiday

Saturday 19 Jun to Sunday 08 Aug 2027

CHENGDU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ADMISSIONS COSTS

OUR TUITION FEES

At LIS Chengdu, our tuition fees reflect our commitment to providing the finest international educational experience for our students.

Our highly qualified teachers, world-class facilities, and breadth of extracurricular activities give our students unrivalled opportunities to make their ambitions a reality. We’re also committed to making our fees as transparent and straightforward as possible.

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CALCULATE YOUR CHILD’S FEES

Our useful fee calculator will help you work out the costs of your child’s education at LIS Chengdu.

Standard fees (2026–27)

For more information visit our guide to our fees.

2026–27 school fee

Standard fees

School Year 2026/27

* CNY

(Price is indicative)

* the currency converter is only for reference, it may not reflect the latest currency exchange rate.

2026–27 school fee
Bus service / Standard After School Clubs (Pre-nursery - Year 13)
English as an Additional Language Support (EAL) / Standardized test / IB exam fees / Standard SEN Support Service

Parents choose our school because they know that, with an education from Léman International School Chengdu, their children have everything they need for success – whatever they choose to be or do in life.

Tina Chen

Director of Admissions and Marketing

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

What does the school's calendar look like?

Léman International School Chengdu follows an international school calendar, with the academic year starting in mid-August and ending at the end of June.
What is the deadline for enrolment?

We accept applications throughout the school year, so long as we have places available in the year group the student is applying to. Prospective students will also need to meet Léman International School Chengdu’s admissions requirements.
Will my child be able to transfer between schools in the Nord Anglia Education family?

Yes. Once your child is accepted and attending any of our schools, they can transfer to other Nord Anglia schools, subject to that school having places available and the student meeting the admissions criteria. Admissions and administrative procedures are greatly simplified, although fees and charges will vary accordingly.
How long does the Léman International School Chengdu admissions process take?

From first contact to the point when we consider offering your child a place, our international school admissions process should take no more than two weeks. However, this does depend on how quickly parents wish to apply.
Are the ‘Enrolment Deposit’ and ‘Re-enrolment Deposit’ separate fees?

The Enrolment Deposit and Re-enrolment Deposit are pre-payments to secure your child’s place. Both deposits are credited against the next term’s tuition fees. They are non-refundable after the published dates, as stated in our ‘Tuition and Fees’ document.

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