The International School of Beijing (ISB) offers an academically rigorous, balanced and engaging learning environment. Founded in 1980, ISB is an independent, co-educational, non-profit day school for students in Early Years 3 through Grade 12. A challenging standards-based curriculum, reflecting the best practices of international schools around the world, focuses on critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. ISB has over 1,720 students from more than 50 countries and regions. ISB offers the full Diploma Programme of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB).