What\x26#39;s been going on in the wonderful world of education!
The festive season commenced across both campuses of the Shanghai French School.
The youngest students participated in the Elves' Run, delivering gifts to Santa with joy and excitement, while families, students, and staff joined together for the Jingle Bell Run, donning festive outfits as they ran and spread holiday cheer.
The Yangpu campus Christmas Market filled the air with laughter, featuring stage performances, festive treats, carousel rides, and high-tech attractions such as driving simulators and robot dogs.
The Qingpu campus Christmas Market concluded the celebrations with equal magic. Music, games, treats, and a special visit from Santa created a warm holiday atmosphere for the entire community.
Beyond the campuses, the school's student choir performed at the CCI France China Christmas Gala, sharing festive spirit across Shanghai.
WISS Students Built a Pirate Ship & Mermaid Cave
Pirates Versus Mermaids became the Grade 4 and 5 students' show at Western International School of Shanghai. They became producers, designers, builders, and creative directors of an entire theatrical production.
Students painted backdrops, built props, choreographed dances, and made every artistic choice. It was hands-on creativity, problem-solving, and confidence-building in action.
When students own the process, they rise to challenges in extraordinary ways. Every painted backdrop, every dance step, every creative decision was theirs.
That's the power of student-centred learning at WISS.
Britannica's Winter Wonderland
Britannica International School, Shanghai's Winter Wonderland event was truly magical.
Students, staff, and families came together to enjoy an afternoon filled with festive activities, creativity, and plenty of smiles.
From the beautiful decorations to the engaging seasonal stations, the energy and excitement were felt throughout the school.
With his reindeer dropping him off on the roof, Santa even abseiled down the side of the school building to dish out his gifts!
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DSS Shines Again at 'My Favorite Shanghai' Awards
The 6th youth short video competition, My Favorite Shanghai, celebrated its grand finale with an awards ceremony at Fuxing Island Shipyard Park.
Under the theme 'I Am a City Ambassador,' students aged six to 17 from around the world were invited to create inspiring entries on 'Dynamic Shanghai, Lovable China,' exploring urban life, traditional culture, and Chinese cuisine.
Nearly 2,000 entries were submitted, and the German School achieved remarkable success: Maximilian won the top award 'City Guide of the Year 2025' for his video 'German-Style Shanghai Flavor: Where East Meets West.'
In addition, the German School was once again recognized as 'Best Partner 2025.' Student Maya, herself a Global Youth Ambassador of Shanghai, confidently hosted the ceremony alongside two fellow students in front of an audience of over 600 guests.
Harrow Winter Concert
The Lower School Winter Concert at Harrow Shanghai was a spectacular showcase of talent and charm!
The Primary School student hosts managed the entire performance with professionalism and set a perfect rhythm for the show.
The highlight was, without a doubt, the youngest Harrow students from Early Years. They graced the stage in shimmering, sparkling costumes, looking absolutely enchanting, like little elves.
The Sports Hall was filled to capacity, with parents capturing every cherished moment on their phones.
Dulwich College Shanghai
Winter Fairs
Dulwich College Shanghai's Winter Fairs welcomed more than 6,000 visitors, kicking off the holiday season at Dulwich College Shanghai in festive style.
Guests enjoyed a full day of seasonal cheer, with over 100 vendors offering food, drinks, holiday shopping, and family activities, including a very special visit from Santa Claus himself.
Visitors also explored a variety of parent- and student-led stalls and were entertained throughout the day by performances from talented students and parents across two stages.
The community then came together for the annual tree lighting ceremony—a magical finale to an unforgettable day.
Learning the Business of Style: Shanghai American School X Michael Kors
Last month, high school students from Shanghai American School stepped into the world of fashion with an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to Michael Kors through the SAS Career Immersion program.
The day began with a welcome from the President of Michael Kors Asia Pacific and a presentation from the HR leadership team, where students learned about the brand's heritage, design philosophy, and business strategy.
The highlight of the day was a team challenge to develop a launch concept for a new store.
Guided by Michael Kors professionals from PR, Retail Operations, and Merchandising, students put their skills to good use, crafting creative concepts that balanced brand storytelling with strategic thinking.
A Magical Week of Christmas
at NAIS Pudong
NAIS Pudong celebrated a wonderful week of festive performances filled with music, joy and community spirit.
The celebrations began with Early Years and their delightful show, 'Cranberries for Christmas.' The youngest performers lit up the stage with cheerful singing and heartwarming enthusiasm, bringing smiles to every parent in the audience.
The following day, the Winter Music Concert showcased the impressive talents of the Primary School. Each year group presented its own musical moment, from lively percussion pieces to harmonious choral singing and confident solo performances.
NAIS Pudong extended its thanks to the students, music teachers, and families for making it a truly special week.
Dulwich College Outstanding
Matriculation Results
Dulwich College Shanghai is delighted to share the university matriculation results for its Class of 2025.
These outstanding acceptances to the world's top universities are a direct reflection of students' dedication and have opened doors to premier institutions across the globe.
Their successes at leading universities in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Asia showcase the unique character of a Dulwich education, which combines academic rigor with a global perspective.
Graduates are headed to distinguished universities worldwide, including Princeton, Stanford, Columbia, UC Berkeley, Duke, Northwestern, Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), NYU, and Emory in the US, as well as Imperial College London, LSE, and UCL in the UK.
Dulwich extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2025 on their remarkable achievements and wishes them every success in their bright futures.
YCIS Tree Lightings
& Christmas Fayres
YCIS Shanghai's Pudong, Puxi, and Lingang campuses were filled with the holiday spirit as they hosted a series of Tree Lighting and Christmas Fayre celebrations.
The festivities began on 28 November at the Pudong Century Park Campus with a magical Christmas Tree Lighting and Market.
The event featured live performances, delicious international cuisine, and heartwarming moments with Santa Claus, attracting approximately 1,600 attendees.
The celebrations then moved to Lingang, where YCIS Shanghai Lingang and YWIES Shanghai Lingang jointly presented the spectacular YCYW Lingang Winter Carnival & Christmas Fayre.
This grand event drew nearly 3,000 participants, including YCYW families and members of the broader community, for a day of festive cheer.
The final celebration took place at the Puxi Campus, where the Gubei Christmas Market welcomed over 1,500 attendees.
Parents, students, and staff enjoyed seasonal treats, shopped for unique gifts, and participated in festive games and activities.
Across all three campuses, attendees enjoyed a variety of musical and dance performances, as well as creative Christmas markets and vibrant art exhibitions.
These events beautifully blended music, art, and community, offering everyone a joyful opportunity to share the magic of the season with family and friends.
SCIS Winter Carnival 2025
The recent SCIS Winter Carnival was an afternoon filled with music, discovery, and festive cheers, bringing wonderful warmth to the community under the winter sun.
Students truly lit up the stage, capturing the spirit of the season through gentle piano pieces, energetic dances, and full-choir harmonies.
Their confident performances reminded all of what makes SCIS special. Across campus, families embarked on an adventure together with the Stamp Hunt, completing challenges from visiting the heartfelt 'Our Voices' exhibit to learning about multiple charities, and finally earning the cheerful Winter Dragon reward.
The day was alive with activity, warm conversations, seasonal treats, and unforgettable moments of connection.
Concordia Head of School Receives Forbes China International School Principals Award
Concordia Shanghai was proud to be represented at the 2025 Forbes China International School Principal Selection Awards Ceremony on December 10.
Head of School Dr. Eric Semler received a 2025 Forbes China International School Principals Award, recognizing outstanding leadership among 30 principals selected from over 100 candidates.
Assistant Head of School Dr. Dee Priester also attended and delivered a keynote on 'Preparing Students for an Ever-Changing World,' emphasizing the importance of developing creative, resilient, and compassionate global citizens.
The event brought together education leaders and experts shaping the future of international education.
Wellington Aqualions Make Waves at ACAMIS Senior Swimming Championships
Wellington Shanghai proudly hosted the ACAMIS Senior Swimming Championships 2025 in December, marking its debut as a premier competition venue with 500 swimmers from 35 schools.
The Wellington Aqualions, composed of 30 dedicated athletes, excelled by winning the Overall Champion title.
They also achieved 1st Place in Girls 15 & Over, and 3rd Place in both Girls 13-14 and Boys 15 & Over categories.
This inaugural victory underscores the talent, dedication, and teamwork of Wellington's swimmers, showcasing their commitment, sportsmanship, and camaraderie, and filling the community with pride.
BISS to Offer A-Level Program
At The British International School Shanghai, they are committed to providing every student with the best possible opportunities to achieve academic excellence and prepare for success at the world's leading universities.
As such, they are delighted to announce the introduction of an A-level pathway at BISS Puxi, offered alongside their highly successful International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
From the next academic year, students will be able to study A-levels in the following subjects:
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Economics
Chinese
The addition of A-levels reflects the school's ongoing commitment to personalized learning and to empowering every student to pursue the pathway that best supports their interests, strengths, and aspirations.
With outstanding teachers, small class sizes, and world-class facilities, BISS Puxi continues to provide an exceptional education that inspires ambition and achievement in every learner.
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