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Although winter hasn’t officially started yet, it definitely feels like it has, with days getting shorter and temperatures dropping close to 0°C every night. So, if you’re looking for things to do to keep your spirits up, here’s a list of fun events to join in the next two weeks:
The
annual Western Academy of Beijing (WAB) Community Market, organized by
Charity Link – a branch of the WAB Parent Link – has become a beloved
tradition within the community, one that not only spreads joy but also
brings people together to support meaningful causes. This year’s market
will be held on Nov 23 from 10am to 3pm, promising a lively atmosphere
filled with thoughtfully curated gifts, student projects, vibrant
performances, and food from across the globe.
In the old tradition of
the WAB Community Market, the ever popular raffle draw will of course
be held. Buy your tickets early to get a chance to win one of the
wonderful prizes up for grabs. The total value of all prizes is over RMB
130,000! Scan the QR code below to buy your tickets.
Where: Western Academy of Beijing Elementary School
When: Nov 23, 10am-3pm
Price: RMB 25-750
Bingo Family Night
Our
favorite family-friendly event is back for the second year! Don’t miss
out! Invite your family and friends, and spend a cozy evening playing
Bingo.
What is included: All-you-can-eat pizza buffet and more BINGO games. Prizes will be awarded to the winners.
**All drinks will be pay-as-you-go****
All proceeds will benefit Wild Women Charities. Limited seating is available.
Where: Pie Squared (next to WAB)
When: Nov 13, 6-8pm
Price: RMB 130
Jazzy Preschool Baby Group
Jazzy
Preschool, a trilingual English, French, and Chinese kindergarten, is
glad to invite you to their Baby Group for toddlers from 0 to 3 years
old. Join them to participate in parent-child bonding activities
accompanied by their early childhood professionals in three languages,
as well as to meet other parents and share experiences. Join them to:
· Play tailored activities for babies and discover nursery rhymes in English, French, and Chinese
· Learn more about their trilingual education (English-French-Chinese) and their Italian curriculum.
To
ensure the quality of the activity, they will allow five families at a
time. Hurry up to get your spot!
Please note: Contact the school to
arrange a private visit, every Wednesday from 10am-noon.
Where: Jazzy Preschool, C101, East Lake Villas, 35 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District
When: Nov 14, 10am-noon
Price: Free
BSB Shunyi Open Day
The
British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi invites prospective parents to
their open day. Go on a school tour to see the amazing teaching and
learning in the classrooms, and explore the facilities designed for
different age groups. There will be a special talk about “Talk for
Writing” and tips for parents on how to help their child’s writing at
home. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from their school leaders!
BSB
provides premium international education to 1,100+ expat students ages
18 months to 18 years old from 60 nationalities. Learn how BSB students
benefit from collaborations with some of the very best organizations,
including MIT, The Juilliard School, and UNICEF. BSB promises that its
students will receive a personalized, challenging, and academically
exciting learning experience that provides fantastic outcomes and open
pathways to the world’s best universities. Sign up today by scanning the
QR code on the poster. Note: Open to prospective parents; only
accepting students who are foreign passport holders.
Where: BSB Shunyi, South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Nov 14, 9.30am-11.30am
Price: Free
WAB Open House
Find out what makes Western Academy of Beijing‘s High School truly special and how WAB students are prepared for the future.
Discover
their world-class facilities and engage with school leaders and
student ambassadors. Prospective High School students are also invited
to a trial class.
Find out how their learner-centered and
personalized approach empowers students to thrive within their diverse
community and both inside and outside the classroom. Spaces are strictly
limited, so make sure you register early!
WAB is a leading,
independent, non-profit International Baccalaureate (IB) World School,
offering an innovative education, access to cutting-edge resources, and a
warm and diverse environment, as well as more than 400 extracurricular
activities for students. They offer the full suite of IB programs,
including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme
(MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
Where: Western Academy of Beijing
When: Nov 15, 1pm
Price: Free
Empowering Inclusion at AISB Hope International
AISB
Hope International is excited to present “Empowering Inclusion” – an
event dedicated to fostering understanding, acceptance, and celebration
of diversity within the school community.
Where: AlSB Campus, Bldg 5, Dayu, Yard 4, Chaoyang Farm, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 15, 8.30am-3.30pm
Price: RMB 400/person, Early bird (until Nov 11) RMB 350/person
ALICE (in wonderland)
Hong
Kong Ballet will bring its award-winning production ALICE (in
wonderland) to Beijing's National Centre for the Performing Arts on Nov
15 and 16.
Choreographed by the company's artistic director
Septime Webre, the production, based on English novelist Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865), has enjoyed worldwide success
since its premiere for the Washington Ballet in 2012.
The
production premiered in Hong Kong in 2018 to sold-out performances.
Audiences in Beijing will experience the dizzying adventure when Alice
tumbles down the rabbit hole and encounters a host of colorful
characters like the jumpy White Rabbit, the vengeful Queen of Hearts and
many more.
Where: National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA)
When: Nov 15-16
Price: TBC
Daystar Academy Open House
In
the most recent Zongheng International School Chinese Debate
Tournament, Daystar’s middle school teams swept all awards categories:
Champion of Second Half, Grand Champion, Top Overall Debater, and Top
Debater for Each Round. Daystar students have also won recognition and
multiple awards in English debate competitions.
In the 2024
Harvard Debate Council Summer Camp, after 12 rounds of competition,
Daystar students won the Champion prize in the Public Forum Debate. In
the TOC ASIA National Debate Championship, Daystar students won the high
school division Championship in Public Forum debate, and also received
the Outstanding Speaker Award.
According to recent official data
from MAP testing, while Daystar students enter Pre-K and Grade 1 with
lower average reading scores than their peers in the U.S., they catch up
by Grade 2 and begin to outperform U.S. students by Grade 4.
Where: Daystar Academy Beigao Campus, 2 Shunbai Road, Chaoyang District;
Sanlitun Campus, 13 Sanlitun East 4th Road, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 16, 9.30-11.30am (Beigao); 1-3pm (Sanlitun)
Price: Free
Duckling Discovery Days at Dulwich College Beijing
Join
Dulwich College Beijing for Duckling Discovery Days, a delightful
series of playdates crafted just for 2-3 year olds at DUCKS – Dulwich
College Kindergarten School. Each Monday morning, little ones can
explore the world around them in a safe and engaging environment filled
with hands-on, sensory fun!
Upcoming Themes:
Nov 18:
“Storytime Adventures” – Stories come to life with interactive
storytelling and exciting activities, sparking young imaginations and a
love for reading.
Nov 25: “Little Artists Studio” – Budding
artists can express themselves using different mediums, introducing them
to color, form, and creativity.
Dec 2: “Little Foodies’ Fun” –
This food-themed session lets toddlers explore simple foods using their
senses, nurturing a curiosity for new flavors and textures.
Where: 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
When: Nov 18 and 25, Dec 2, 9-10am
Price: Free
3e Bilingual Playgroup
Join
for the 3e Bilingual Playgroup, where your little ones can take
their first steps toward a successful future! Designed for children aged
1-3 years, this engaging program offers a variety of activities that
promote cognitive development and creativity in a bilingual setting.
Where: 3e International School
When: Nov 18, 9.30-10.30am
Price: RMB 100
Open Days at AlSB-Hope International
Discover
the heart of learning at AlSB-Hope International. You are invited to
their open days on Nov 20 and December 4 & 18,
from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Explore their vibrant campus, engage with
their dedicated team, and learn how they nurture children’s growth
through a strong focus on character development. Enjoy a complimentary
lunch as you immerse yourself in the school’s educational philosophy and
community spirit.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see how they
inspire young minds for a brighter future. Scan the QR code to register
and secure your spot today!
Where: AlSB Campus, Bldg 5, Dayu, Yard 4, Chaoyang Farm, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 20, Dec 4 and 18, 9.30am-12.30pm (lunch included)
Price: Free
Harrow Beijing Open Day
Harrow
Beijing is dedicated to providing British education to both Chinese
and international students aged 2 to 18, helping them achieve academic
excellence. Over nearly 20 years, Harrow Beijing has sent graduates to
the world’s top universities and has gained widespread recognition. For
consecutive years, the school has secured admissions to the UK’s G5
super-elite universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, prestigious
Ivy League schools in the United States, and other top 100 universities
worldwide. Harrow Beijing is renowned for its outstanding academic
achievements and holistic education philosophy. They are committed to
nurturing students who not only excel academically but also possess a
global perspective, a sense of social responsibility, and leadership
skills.
Where: Harrow Beijing
When: Nov 20 (Upper school), 8.45am; Nov 26 (Early years), 9.45am
Price: Free
Dulwich College Beijing Open Day
Unlock world-class education with their IBDP & A-Level programmes. Discover how their students excel academically while also pursuing their passions with dual pathways.
Dulwich College Beijing welcomes prospective families and students in Senior School (Age 11-17) to its on-campus open day.
Where: Dulwich College Beijing, 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
When: Nov 21, 9am-noon
Price: Free
YCIS Beijing Open Day x Art Carnival
YCIS
Beijing sincerely invites you and your family to attend their upcoming
International School Open Day! This is not just a campus tour, but also
an opportunity to deeply experience the charm of international
education. You will have the opportunity to have direct dialogue with
both Chinese and Western principals and subject leaders, and listen to
their educational philosophies and global perspectives. You can also
personally enter bilingual characteristic classrooms, experience the fun
of immersive learning, and let your child experience knowledge
exploration across borders in advance.
Additionally, the Art
Carnival will be a highlight of the day. It will feature a variety of
creative activities and performances that showcase the artistic talents
of their students. From interactive art installations to live
performances, the Art Carnival promises to be an engaging and inspiring
experience for both children and adults alike.
At the event, you will
be immersed in a strong atmosphere of international education and
witness how children thrive in such an environment. Places are limited,
please register early and let us work together to pave a broad road for
the future of our children!
Where: Yew Chung International School of Beijing,Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 23, 9 30am-noon
Price: Free
Free BJU Childbirth Preparation Classes
Now’s
the time to sign up for the November English childbirth class! The
class will be taught by Cindy Yan and Grace Yu, two midwives with a
combined 50+ years of international experience. The class is free of
charge and includes light snacks and fruit.
The purpose of this
class is to educate parents on researched information, empowering them
to make informed choices during their labor, and instilling confidence
with the birth experience. We highly recommend the childbirth
preparation classes for all first time parents, whether you plan on
giving birth at BJU or elsewhere. BJU would like to make this special
time in your lives even more special!
Where: Beijing United Family Hospital
When: Nov 23, 9 30am-noon
Price: Free
Ivy Academy Open House
Ivy Academy Sanyuanqiao Campus is located in the high-end residential area of the Northeast Third Ring Road in Beijing and has a safe, serene environment. In addition to the nine learning centers based on the multiple intelligences theory, the campus is equipped with a multi-function hall, a small theater, a STEAM classroom, an art classroom, a creative art space, a reading library, a lending library, and a music classroom to satisfy student curiosity.
Ivy will hold open
houses for the 2024-2025 school year to answer parents’ questions about
kindergarten selection.
You
and your child are invited to participate in the open house to learn
about Ivy’s educational philosophy as they contribute to your child’s
once-in-a-lifetime growth!
Please scan the code to reserve!
Where: Ivy Academy Sanyuanqiao Campus: Building E, Ocean Express, 2 East Third Ring North Road, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 24, 9.30am-11.30am
Price: Free
Little Chef Class at Domain
Join
our Little Chef Class for a fun and flexible cooking experience!
Classes are held from 12nn to 2pm, lasting approximately 45
minutes each, guided by a professional pastry team. Every class
includes a glass of fresh juice.
Where: Domain at EAST Hotel
When: Every Sat and Sun (including Dec 24 and 25), 12nn-2pm
Price: Starts at RMB 248
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