Shanghai Family Family Shanghai Shanghai 2019-2020 www.shfamily.com Family SCHOOL DIRECTORY 2019 - 2020 SCHOOL DIRECTORY 随 刊 赠 2019 - 2020 送 International Bilingual & Preschools & Extracurricular Schools Local Schools Kindergartens Activities (International Divisions) Inspiring minds to shape the future. 138*210 Shanghai Family 20190225 copy.pdf 1 01/03/2019 07:58 Introducing YCIS Shanghai’s Ronghua Campus C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Shanghai’s First and Only LEED-Certified Healthy School Environment for Children Ages 2-6 Ronghua Campus was designed by Fielding Nair International, a globally-recognised architectural firm which specialises in the development of world-class learning spaces for children. The campus has been awarded the prestigious ‘Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design’ (LEED) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The campus achieved its LEED certification after undergoing a technically rigorous process, including the incorporation of environmentally-friendly building materials to achieve an efficient and healthy indoor environment, and it offers a host of outstanding benefits for your child. Schedule a Tour Today! Contact our Admissions Team at +86 21 2226 7666 or visit www.ycis-sh.com Yew Chung International School of Shanghai, Ronghua Campus 上海耀中外籍人员子女学校, 荣华校舍 59 West Rong Hua Road (near South Shui Cheng Road, accessible by both entrances to West Rong Hua Road), Gubei New Area Puxi, Shanghai 201103, P.R.C 中国上海市古北新区荣华西道59号 (近水城南路, 荣华西道环行路中间), 邮编: 201103 138*210 Shanghai Family 20190225 copy.pdf 2 01/03/2019 07:58 A Landmark Development for Shanghai’s Youngest Learners Our Unique Bilingual Environment Two Qualified Co-Teachers Per Class LEED Gold Certification Certified Clean Air Environment C M Y CM MY CY CMY K A Specially Developed Curriculum Small Class Sizes Health and Well-being Facilities Developmental Play Spaces what's inside Shanghai 14 Editor’s Note Sound Advice Vital pointers from education admissions on how Family www.shfamily.com 16 to choose the most appropriate school. / Jenny Wu General Manager Moments of Clarity 总策划 / 吴东坤 18 Shanghai Mum Melissa Dawson explains the Editor / Stuart Lancaster feelings you get when you visit a new school. 策划 / 司徒杰 The Parents Dos and Don’ts Censor / Wan Lixin 20 Luke Sheehan gives a survival guide offering vital 特约审订 / 万里新 advice to finding your school. Proofreader / Ariana Crisafulli 校对 / 安丽娜 International Baccalaureate A breakdown of the IB education system. Designer / Dongmei Zhu 23 美术设计 / 朱冬梅 A Levels Photographer / Zheng Bin 24 All you need to know about A Levels. 摄影师 / 郑斌 Advanced Placement Sales / Lorraine Hou, Helen Yu 26 What is it and how will it help your child? 销售代表 / 侯珺, 于庭 IGCSE 27 Get to know the UK curriculum system. Advertising Hotline International Schools 021 5838 1961 28 Listings of international schools. [email protected] Bilingual & Local Schools 62 Listings of bilingual schools & local schools with international divisions. 随报赠阅 Montessori Education 82 Delving in to the world of Montessori learning. 上海报业集团主管主办 国内统一刊号 : CN31-0062 STEAM 外籍人士外语服务热线 : 962288 83 How important is STEAM learning for our Foreign Reader Information children? Hotline: 962288 Preschool vs Kindergarten 广告许可证 : 沪工商广字 How are they different? Which is best for you? 3100020080019 84 Finding Your Preschool Experience and Advice Shanghai Xinmin Community 88 We asked some parents in Shanghai about their Media Co. Ltd. school entry experiences. Head Oce: 15F, No.839, YanAn Zhong Road Preschools and Kindergartens Pudong Oce: Rm 26C, Block 90 Listings of early learning programs. B, No.29, Jueshi Building, Glossary Xiangcheng Road, Shanghai, China 126 Education terms defined. 上海新民社区传媒有限公司 Schools Index 总部 : 上海延安中路 839 号 15 楼 128 At-a-glance listings index. 浦东运营部 : 向城路 29 号爵士大厦 School Visit Checklist B 座 26C 130 Make the most of your school tours with this 电话 : 021 5838 1961 / 021 5838 1991 helpful cut-out and copy checklist. 10 | Find more information at www.shfamily.com 11 144x216 March2019.indd 1 3/1/19 1:34 PM editor's note aving lived in Shanghai for approaching ten years, I have seen the city, its land- scape, its people and its educational scene evolve dramatically in so many excit- ing ways. I arrived in China in 2009, looking for new and exciting opportunities along the way, found myself teaching and later writing curriculum. That experi- enceH opened a whole new world for me and it really catalysed my passion for education. Having become a father, I now see education with more depth than before. I have been fortunate to use the wonder of WeChat groups to gain valuable parent insights. I can em- pathise with just how much thought goes into choosing the right school for your child, that is why I am extremely proud to put out this year’s School Directory – your one stop shop for all things school related. Our 2019-20 School Directory will not only be available in print form but will be made available online for you to peruse all year-round. The Directory will help guide you through the maze of international schools, bilingual schools, preschools & kindergar- tens. You’ll be able to find curriculum information, tuition costs and a breakdown of each school you may potentially be interested in. We have great insights from some wonderful international schools around Shanghai. (P30, 31) Emily Hays from Concordia International school talks about the importance of respect in the classroom. (P36,37) Harrow International School Shanghai explore the British Cur- riculum and the importance of A Levels. (P44,45) Shanghai American School’s Coordinat- ing Director for the M.U.N. Brady Riddle explains the benefits of the M.U.N.. (P54,55) We ex- plore the British International School Shanghai Puxi’s STEAM programme and how they encourage all pupils into their innovative programme. (P48,49) Shanghai Community International School’s Janette Haggith, the PYP Coordinator at the ECE campus explains how students take responsibility for their own learning. (P58,59) Co-Principal of Shanghai Regency Park Damien Hehir, gives his views on the importance of a strong curriculum at YCIS. (P86-87) We explore the wonder of reading at LUC and its importance for small children’s development. For more up-to-the-minute stories, news and events, scan our website (bottom left) and WeChat (bottom right) QR codes below: Stuart Lancaster Chief Editor 14 | Find more information at www.shfamily.com 15 shanghai schools Q&A Sound Advice hether your family is seasoned in the processing for all enrolled students. Ad- international schooling circuit or this missions will vary slightly among schools, Wis your first time having to choose a with some requiring teacher references school for your child(ren) abroad, it can be and additional admission tests to be taken. an overwhelming process full of so many For specific questions on eligibility, parents questions. To help, we have answered some should contact the admissions department of the most common questions for you. at the school(s) they are considering. Q. What are some of the factors parents Q. Is it advisable for families to apply to should be aware of when choosing a more than one school? school for their child(ren)? While this is up to the individual family, it Parents should consider the goals they have is advisable to visit a number of schools for their child(ren), and understand the cur- and apply to those that best suit your riculum, accreditations, teacher qualifica- child’s learning and experience needs. tions and environment they are looking for. Some schools have waiting lists for certain Fortunately, Shanghai has a wide range of grades and deadlines during the year, so options for expat children. Discuss the most families should apply as early as possible important things you are looking for and to the school(s) of their choice. consider this with your child before you begin looking at schools. Many schools also Q. Once finishing high school, will my offer tours when school is in session to offer child have qualifications to get him/her a glimpse into a usual school day. into a Western college or university? International schools provide internation- Q. What admissions criteria are usually ally recognized programs which allow a required by international schools? Is a student to access universities in a wide visa required before applying? range of countries. University matricula- According to government requirements, tion opportunities are determined by all children applying to registered interna- graduation (diploma) from an accredited tional schools must hold a foreign passport, international school, and may also include be the child of a foreign passport holder or the results from a recognized external ex- have been born overseas. You don’t need a amination authority such as the Advanced visa at the point of application, but interna- Placement (AP) American Program, UK A tional schools are required to show copies Levels, or the International Baccalaureate of valid visas, resident permits or proof of Diploma Programme (IBDP). 16 | Find more information at www.shfamily.com 17 Moments of Clarity owever it happened, whether you are one. And she didn’t have to have a crazy here for a brief assignment or putting CV at age 6.” The interview process can Hdown semi-permanent roots, you provide some insight as to the values held now find yourself here, trying to make the by a prospective school, making it a good perfect educational choices for your child. opportunity to ensure they align with This is a daunting prospect anywhere, those of your own. but especially in this vast metropolis with an almost overabundance of styles and Michelle had some wise advice to share philosophies and /options/. Rest assured regarding the general atmosphere.. “You that you are not alone in your seemingly can see whether teachers genuinely love impossible quest.