International School of Beijing

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 PreK 3 through Grade 12. Our challenging standards-based curriculum, reflecting the best practices of international schools around the world, focuses on L21 skills. ISB has approximately 1,700 students from more than 50 countries and regions.
Our academic program is college preparatory in design and based on our Learning21 curriculum. ISB graduates are consistently admitted to some of the top universities and colleges worldwide.
Our faculty is highly qualified, internationally diverse and devoted to helping students reach their full potential. They share a passion and commitment to the well-being and growth of every student.

ISB Innovation Journey

In 2012, the International School of Beijing launched an idea; create a grade seven program focused on a full project-based learning delivery model where teachers, were called facilitators and student were in a self contained environment. Inspired by High Tech High and with a focus on our home, China, the first seventh grade class of 24 students started in 2014-2015. Three years into the program, we have grown from grade seven to next year grade ten. The program involves over 100 students. The model has evolved over time, we have incorporated advanced levels of personalized learning, design models and experiences, capstone projects and more. And of course along the way we have learned valuable lessons, made tough choices and seen powerful student learning. We will explore the models we have created for our middle and high schools and dig into the challenges and rewards of this work in our international context.

Representative

Stacey Stephens

Director of Learning at International School of Beijing

Stacy is currently the Director of Learning at the International School of Beijing. Previously she was Director of Curriculum at the American Embassy School in Delhi. An ADE and COETAIL graduate, Stacy is most interested in the intersection of educational technology and the development of a relevant modern curriculum.

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ABOUT THE ORGANIZER

21st Century Learning (21CL) organizes top-tier conferences and events that align with its mission of “Building Communities of Learners”

Aside from 21CLHK our annual event portfolio includes the inaugural GBA School Awards, International School Conference Asia, AI & Future of Education Conference, PHASE (Physical Education, Athletics, Health & Wellness), OFFSEAS (Outdoor Education), Lead to Succeed (Education Leadership) and InnovateEDU South Korea. Led by educators with deep experience in Education Leadership, Professional Learning, EdTech and Progressive Pedagogy. 21CL also offers consultancy and professional learning services for schools.