"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
Awesome Kids Club + STCC Summer Camp Trial
Awesome Kid's Club and Shanghai Town & Country Community are welcoming families with children aged 3-12 years old interested in Awesome Summer Camp to a guided tour of the facilities including a mini summer camp trial session to gain an insight into a day
By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 10:11
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
Jack and the Beanstalk at Wellington College
Urban Family visits the Wellington theater
By Urban Family, Dec 16, 2014 12:07
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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