The fall semester of school has kicked off with a full calendar of learning and growing ahead. Catch up on all the fun activities, events, celebrations, and acheivements that have happend so far on school campuses around Shanghai.
Wellington College International Shanghai
Wellington Shanghai celebrates 10 years of building a global community Wellington College International Shanghai is thrilled to celebrate 10 years of building a global community through excellence in education. Since opening its doors on 24 August 2014, the College has grown into a thriving global community of over 1,600 pupils, their families and 400 dedicated staff and faculty, as well as alumni spread across the world. To celebrate this milestone year, the College is planning a packed calendar of events ranging from its inaugural Wellbeing Festival this fall — the first of its kind in China — to a special 10th Anniversary Summer Festival in May. The College looks forward to celebrating with community members and friends throughout the 2024-25 academic year.
YCIS Shanghai
Despite the rain, YCIS Shanghai welcomed Dr. Kamran Yunus, Director of International Admissions at Downing College, University of Cambridge, for an exclusive session. Students and parents had the chance to learn about Cambridge’s unique tutorial system and its emphasis on personalized mentorship, fostering critical thinking.
Dr. Yunus outlined the admissions criteria, stressing academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and the holistic review process, which evaluates personal statements and interviews alongside grades. He shared key strategies for crafting a successful application, encouraging independent research and strong analytical skills.
The event concluded with a lively Q&A, where Dr. Yunus provided invaluable insights on personal statements and interviews, inspiring attendees for their Cambridge journey. This session exemplifies Yew Chung Yew Wah's commitment to empowering its community through access to top educational institutions.
Shanghai American School
Shanghai American School alumni are known to go from here to anywhere, and the Class of 2024 is no exception. Students, through hard work, perseverance, and boundless passion, received offers from outstanding universities and programs around the world. They then identified the best-fit path toward achieving their dreams.
For many of them, that path began in September as US Colleges started a new school year. Those eagles were busy moving into dormitories, making new friends, and settling into college life. Others are busy on their gap years, exploring career paths and philanthropic interests, or fulfilling national duties before pursuing the next stage of their education.
SAS Alumni will accomplish incredible things wherever they go, and SAS can’t wait to hear their stories when they return to the nest.
Congratulations again to the Shanghai American School Class of 2024! Click the image below to see the full list of colleges attended by Shanghai American School Class of 2024.
Concordia International School Shanghai
Mark your calendar for Concordia International School Shanghai’s annual World University Fair, which will bring 125 universities from 15 countries together under one roof. This event offers a valuable opportunity to meet university representatives face-to-face.
This year, the fair welcomes top-ranked institutions such as the University of Toronto, McGill University, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Fudan University, along with specialized schools like Savannah College of Art and Design, EHL Hospitality Business School, and the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.
The event runs from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM on October 15th and is open to all grade 10 to 12 students and their parents in the Shanghai area.
Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
With a 100% pass rate, almost one third of Dulwich Pudong IGCSE candidates received only A*s or As, or equivalent, while 92% of all grades awarded were A* to B, or equivalent.
"As always, we are so proud of the achievements of our Year 11 students. The fantastic grades they have achieved reflect not only the determination and focus of our students, but the exceptional support, challenge and care extended by our staff. There is much to celebrate here, and it stands the students in great stead for the next stage of their educational journey - and beyond," shared Amy Murphy, Head of Senior School.
This year's results build on the College's established track record in IGCSEs, a qualification which is recognised by academic institutions and employers around the world.
Designed for 14 to 16-year-olds, the two-year programme aims to prepare students for further academic success, including progression to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Well done, Year 11 students!
Shanghai Community International School
In mid-September, the Upper School adventurers of Shanghai Community International School (SCIS) set off on exhilarating weeklong journeys through vibrant cities across China! Each grade dove into a unique destination, engaging in a whirlwind of enriching activities that sparked curiosity and excitement.
These trips are golden opportunities for students to deepen their connection with China while honing essential life skills. As they explore new surroundings, they boost their interpersonal and teamwork abilities, nurturing independence and self-reliance along the way.
Cultural Immersion
“The trip to Zhengzhou allowed me to immerse myself in China’s profound culture and history. Each experience deepened my appreciation for various aspects of China, including its religion, architecture, arts, and calligraphy.” - Allison (Grade 11, Pudong Campus)
Adventure and Team Spirit
“The trip's rhythm was enjoyable. Through this journey, we gained deeper self-awareness by pushing ourselves to take risks and confront challenges, like climbing the Great Wall.” - Fiona (Grade 11, Hongqiao Campus)
Learning and Personal Development
“Visiting numerous museums and participating in engaging activities like archaeology made me realize that learning can be truly enjoyable. I discovered fascinating information.” - Arda (Grade 9, Hongqiao Campus)
German School Shanghai Yangpu
On September 24, the Foreign Exchange Office of the Yangpu Education Commission hosted a kick-off event to pool resources between the education and business sectors, to which the two schools of the Shanghai Yangpu Eurocampus, the German School Shanghai Yangpu (DSSY) and the Lycée Français de Shanghai (LFS), were invited with representatives of the parent body, the boards of directors and the management teams of the Shanghai Yangpu Eurocampus at the Yangpu Science and Technology Innovation (Group) Co.
During the meeting, Mr. Wassmuth, Senior Director AHK China, as a representative of the parents and as a member of the DSSY Parents' Council, explained the special characteristic of the DSSY, which was initiated by parents and is co-designed by a large number of active and independent parent committees. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss leading industries in Yangpu in the context of the international parentage of Eurocampus Shanghai, and to attract innovative and emerging enterprises in the emerging fields of artificial intelligence, life and health, green and low-carbon technologies, and science and technology services to Yangpu, so as to jointly promote the construction of the New Jiangwancheng International Community.
Under the guiding principle of “making every effort to create the best business environment and continuously strengthen the cultivation of first-class enterprises”, there are currently 41 regional headquarters of multinational enterprises and foreign-funded research and development centers in the region, as well as a number of Fortune 500 companies such as Siemens, Henkel, Continental, Nike and Lear. All participants at the meeting agreed to remain in close contact and work together with a view to the future.
Shanghai French School
This September, Shanghai French School is proud to highlight the success of one of its alumni, Serge Belin, who has entered the world of finance. A 2017 graduate of the Shanghai French School, Serge pursued a Scientific Baccalaureate before attending Brown University, where he studied economics and computer science. Today, he works as a derivatives trader at Goldman Sachs in New York, specializing in crude oil.
Serge credits LFS for giving him a strong academic foundation, particularly in math, and providing ample opportunities for extracurricular activities, such as sports and charity work, which enriched his university applications. At Brown, Serge continued to excel, and after internships in software development, he found his passion in trading, a field that blends his love for numbers and his global perspective.
Serge’s journey from LFS to Wall Street is a testament to the value of a well-rounded education. It also demonstrates the international recognition of the French education system. Like the IB, A-Levels, or AP, the French Baccalauréat can open doors to universities worldwide, whether in the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, or beyond.
