Making the Grade

How Can We Help Our Children with Specific Learning Challenges Have a Successful Start to the Year?

By Dr. Nate Balfanz, Sep 14, 2017 14:46

Shanghai's Techie Students: Haeyshna Aravind

"I am currently studying about coding robots."

By Alyssa Wieting, Jun 08, 2017 16:39

A List of Shanghai's Bilingual Schools

Your family's options for bilingual schools in Shanghai.

By Alyssa Wieting, Feb 08, 2017 15:21

New Eurocampus for German and French Shanghai Schools

Construction has officially begun on a new joint campus for Shanghai’s German and French schools.

By Rachel Deason, Jan 03, 2017 11:07

New English Testing System Set to be Introduced Nationwide

Will go into place in 2020.

By Jonty Dickson, Nov 17, 2016 17:21

Tips From a Teacher: Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential

We address the common question ‘How can my child do better at school?’

By Hannah Beasley, May 19, 2016 14:28

"East vs West" Education

A look into the new documentary Are Our Kids Tough Enough? Chinese School.

By Janie Dong, Feb 22, 2016 14:18

Smooth Transition for Students During Their Journey of Learning and Growth

As an experienced school inspector, having worked for a number of school accreditation teams, I have learned that one of the issues I am most likely to end up commenting on in a school inspection report will be issues regarding transition and continuity o

By Urban Family, Jul 28, 2015 11:58

YCIS Director Receives Third Honorary Degree and Global Recognition

Dr. Betty Chan Po-king, Director and School Supervisor of Yew Chung International School (YCIS), one of the leading international school networks in China and Hong Kong, has been awarded honorary degrees on three continents – North America, Asia, and now

By Urban Family, Jul 20, 2015 15:23

AKSIL Teams Enjoy Huge Success in Shanghai’s SIYSL 2014/15 Soccer League

Teams from AKSIL (Active Kidz Shanghai International League) were hugely successful in the Shanghai International Youth Soccer League (SIYSL) 2014/15, picking up the championship prizes in the Division 1 competition for years U10, U12 and U14. AKSIL team

By Urban Family, Jul 01, 2015 10:27

Peppa Pig enters China!

International kid favorite, Peppa Pig, is now hitting China where the show will be broadcasted on CCTV’s children’s channel, CCTV 14.

By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 09:53

Performing in Visual Arts – Year 12 Student Spotlight

The IB Visual Arts course provides a great opportunity for students to explore ideas in a broad range of art media. Often perceived as a subject primarily focused on painting and drawing... Sculpture, Video Installation, Printmaking, Animation and Photogr

By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2015 11:00

Behind the Scenes of an Animal Adoption Event with YCIS Student Reiren

Reiren, a Year 12 student at Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS) has recently been using her language skills to help animals and families in Shanghai. Since last October, she has been volunteering at a local Japanese animal organization call

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2015 10:43

Pass Love On!

Charity event at New Pathway

By Urban Family, Feb 25, 2015 12:18

Pass Love On!

Charity event at New Pathway

By Urban Family, Feb 25, 2015 12:15

Jack and the Beanstalk at Wellington College

Urban Family visits the Wellington theater

By Urban Family, Dec 16, 2014 12:07

Workshop: How to Bully-Proof Your Children

Robert Pereira, an international educational consultant and author of Why We Bully, is coming to Shanghai. Join in one of his workshops Oct 24 or 25 to learn more.

By Urban Family, Oct 15, 2014 12:57

Third Culture Kids - Bridging the Gap

Many expat parents find it difficult to understand and deal with the challenges of raising global-minded children. Not many people know the various psychological effects of growing up in a culture (or cultures) different to their own. 'Third Culture Kid'

By Urban Family, Aug 13, 2014 16:10

Life Saving Course in Shanghai

Britannica International School, Shanghai is pleased to offer the Royal Life Saving Society’s Bronze Medallion course here in Shanghai, June 21-22. The RLSSA Bronze Medallion is recognized as the minimum standard for a qualified lifesaver. The award is r

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 11:42

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