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Xi'an Hanova International School

China, Xi'an

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RMB 113,000 - 190,000
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 240
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 2012
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Korean, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Jinmao 9 Road, Chanba Ecological Area, 1589, China, 710000

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The Essentials

Xi'an Hanova International School has 240 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Xi'an Hanova International School is located in the Chanba Ecological District of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China. The Chanba campus address is 1589 Jinmao 9 Road, Chanba Ecological Area, Xi'an 710000 PR China. The campusOpened in August 2021 and sits in the northeast of Xi'an, about 30 minutes from the city centre (Bell and Drum Towers) and just south of Expo Park.

Stages
The school serves students aged 3–18, from Early Years through Year 13. The Chanba campus includes Primary Years (Nursery–Year 6) and a combined MYP/DP facility for Years 7–13, reflecting the IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).

Type
Xi'an Hanova International School is co-educational and operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
Hanova focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its students and provides English language support as part of its learning-support offerings. The school has historically expanded English Language Support to assist learners, with a current emphasis on addressing the needs of all students aged 3–18.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation for the school.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation indicated for the school.

School day structure
The typical school day starts around 8:45 am and ends around 4:00 pm, with breaks and lunch incorporated into the day.

Bus service
Hanova operates its own school bus service. The school has used Hanova-owned buses and a dedicated bus supervisor; historical posts note the introduction of new buses (including bus numbers 2, 4 and 5) in 2014 and ongoing operation of the school bus fleet.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Xi'an Hanova International School ranges from RMB 113,000 to RMB 190,000 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees

- Application fee: RMB 2,000 per student. This fee is payable before attendance at the entrance test and is non‑refundable.
- Registration fee: RMB 5,000 per student. This fee is payable once on first registration and is non‑refundable.

Tuition Fees (by year group)

- Reception / Nursery / Year 1: Annual tuition RMB 113,000. Payment options described below apply.
- Year 2 – Year 6: Annual tuition RMB 144,000. Payment options described below apply.
- Year 7 – Year 9: Annual tuition RMB 160,000. Payment options described below apply.
- Year 10 – Year 11: Annual tuition RMB 177,000. Payment options described below apply.
- Year 12 – Year 13: Annual tuition RMB 190,000. Payment options described below apply.

Tuition payment options and per‑installment amounts

- Annual payment: full annual tuition (100%) payable by 15 June. Example: Reception annual payment is RMB 113,000; Year 12 annual payment is RMB 190,000.

- Two‑installment option (amounts shown calculated using the stated installment percentage):
- 1st installment (55% of the annual tuition) payable by 15 June. Example installment amounts:
- Reception / Nursery / Year 1: RMB 62,150 (55% of RMB 113,000).
- Year 2–6: RMB 79,200 (55% of RMB 144,000).
- Year 7–9: RMB 88,000 (55% of RMB 160,000).
- Year 10–11: RMB 97,350 (55% of RMB 177,000).
- Year 12–13: RMB 104,500 (55% of RMB 190,000).
- 2nd installment (55% of the annual tuition) payable by 15 November.

- New students may only attend classes after all fees are paid according to the school's payment notice. A late payment administrative fee of 2% per month (cumulative) will be charged on overdue amounts.

Billing schedule and key payment dates

- 1st installment due: 15 June.
- 2nd installment due: 15 November.
- If paying annually, the annual amount is payable by 15 June.
- Late payment administrative fee: 2% per month cumulative on overdue balances.

Deposit and refund information

- Deposit: RMB 5,000 required to secure a student's place; payable once for each student. The deposit is refundable when the student leaves the school permanently, less any deductions in accordance with school and academic policies.
- Deposit refund condition: the deposit will be refunded in full if written notification of intention to withdraw is received by the Admissions Office on or before 1 June; after that date the deposit will not be refunded.
- Tuition refunds for early termination (prorated): refundable percentage of annual tuition depends on the month termination is effective. The stated refund percentages are: Aug 90%; Sep 70%; Oct 65%; Nov 55%; Dec 40%; Jan 30%; Feb 20%; Mar 0%; Apr 0% (later months show 0%). The refund percentage is calculated based on the date the school receives written notice of termination. For families who paid by installment (1st or 2nd installment), tuition paid by installment is non‑refundable in case of early termination. No refund is provided if normal operation is disrupted by force majeure.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are published or listed; there is no published boarding provision or boarding charge on the school's tuition and admissions fee information.

Other costs and mandatory items

- Devices: Students in Years 1–4 must own an iPad; students in Years 5–13 must own a MacBook. Devices can be purchased through the school or independently; families are responsible for these costs.
- Field trips and co‑curricular activities: the tuition fee covers participation in the majority of field trips and co‑curricular activities; a small number of activities and trips incur nominal additional charges. Additional academic activities or operational services may be charged with notice.
- Uniforms and a specific uniform fee are not listed in the school's published fees; any uniform purchase costs would be an additional out‑of‑pocket expense for families.

Payment methods and banking details

- Accepted payment method: bank transfer (parents should quote the student ID on transfer and the school payment notice number).
- Bank details on file for transfers:
- Bank's Name: Bank of China, Shaanxi Branch, Gao Xin Keji Sub‑Branch, Xi'an.
- Account name: Xi'an Hanova International School.
- Account No. (RMB): 1032 3865 8992.
- Account No. (USD): 1028 3969 3464.
- Account No. (EURO): 1020 3969 4648.
- Bank code: 1047 9100 3036.
- SWIFT code: BKCHCNBJ620.
Academics

Xi'an Hanova International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
Xi'an Hanova International School is an IB Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP is authorized for Early Years through Year 6, the MYP for Years 7–11, and the DP for Years 12–13, with 20 Diploma subjects available. The school was authorized for PYP in 2017, MYP in 2016 and DP in 2014. Hanova is a community-driven, not-for-profit school in Xi'an with the Chanba Campus opening in August 2021. It is Cambridge authorized, a SAT/ACT testing center, and a licensed Duke of Edinburgh's International Award provider.

Exam Results
Graduates study at universities around the world. Examples include UCLA and Boston College in the United States; University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom; Yonsei University and Chung-Ang University in Korea; and McGill University in Canada.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates advance to universities around the world; examples include UCLA, Boston College, UCL, Yonsei University, Chung-Ang University and McGill University. The school provides university and careers counselling to support higher education progression.

Gifted and Talented
Hanova offers full and partial scholarships for outstanding students with financial constraints, especially in Secondary and the Diploma Programme; recipients must demonstrate high academic ability, engage in extra-curricular activities and show leadership. Scholarships provide monetary amounts toward annual tuition fees. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is licensed at Hanova to develop youth leadership, and the school is a Cambridge center.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration of Interest: Parents submit a Registration of Interest via hanova.org to begin the admissions process. The form collects basic information to initiate contact with the admissions team. 2. Schedule a Campus Tour: Families can schedule a campus tour through the Schedule Tour option to visit Hanova's Chanba campus and meet staff. 3. Submit Application: The Student Application Form is completed via OpenApply; supporting documents may be requested as part of the application. The language of instruction is English. 4. Scholarships: Scholarships are offered for outstanding students with financial constraints; full and partial scholarships are available in Secondary School, especially within the Diploma Programme, with funds used against annual tuition fees.

Scholarships
Hanova offers full and partial scholarships for outstanding students with financial constraints. Scholarships are provided in Secondary School where possible, especially within the Diploma Programme, with funds used against annual tuition fees. Recipients must demonstrate high academic ability, participate in extracurricular activities, take leadership roles and remain engaged in school life. For more information and application, contact admission@his-xian.com.
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