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On Friday 19 January BISS Puxi hosted an IB Spanish B Workshop for Spanish teachers in the region. The event was led by Ms Díaz Fernández and Dr Cattell. The purpose of the initiative was to draw on expertise and to share best practice in order to enrich the student experience of the Spanish B course and to enhance academic outcomes. The event began with an opening address from Dr Cattell, who then led a session on how to prepare students for the standard-level oral examination.

When we speak, the way that we sound out the words and sentences is known as pronunciation. Depending on what your native language is, when you speak English, you will have an accent. Someone’s accent depends on from where in their Anglophone country they come and indeed which country. English language learners often want to speak the Queen’s English because it is cited as being the gold standard of pronunciation. There is also Received Pronunciation [RP], or the old BBC English, which is English without a regional accent. This suggests that the listener cannot tell from where the speaker comes.

On Tuesday evening, with IGCSE and IB subject choices just around the corner for Year 9 and Year 11, the Music and Drama departments hosted a special parent event to give more information about what the Performing Arts look like after Year 9 at BISS. Often overlooked as academic subjects, Music and Drama offer a huge range of opportunities for students to build skills in communication, self-management, research and collaboration as well as fostering an understanding of world cultures and creative thinking abilities.

BISS announced today its students have received funding from Nord Anglia’s community investment fund to support student-led social impact project, PAWS.

On Thursday, our Year 10 pupils had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Bruce, an expert in health and puberty education from Shanghai United Family Hospital, for an insightful and engaging session. The anticipation buzzed through the air as the students, both girls and boys in separate sessions, eagerly gathered to delve into the mysteries of adolescence and well-being under the guidance of a professional.

At BISS Puxi, we believe in creating a nurturing and engaging environment for our young learners. We also recognise the value of supporting a child’s family. This is the reason why in January 2023, we developed our Stay and Play sessions for children from birth to 3 years. These sessions, held every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9 am to 10:30 am, offer a unique opportunity for children and their families to connect with our community while laying the foundations for a love of learning.

Parent Essentials is a page on this website designed to give you just that — important daily information. Term dates, uniform shop, lunches, newsletter sign-up, general news and events are all located in one place for your convenience.

Our dedicated IB Diploma Academy team provides students (and parents) with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about the future. As an international team, they ensure students receive guidance through the IB Diploma — whether it's in English, Chinese or Korean.

As the corridors of our school echo with laughter and the anticipation of the holiday season, there is a unique sense of joy and togetherness that permeates the air. The final school assembly at Christmas is not just a gathering; it is a culmination of a term filled with academic achievements, shared experiences, and the warm camaraderie that defines our school community.

The sound of music was in the air this week as our Music ECA groups got together to showcase their hard work from Term 1 in our annual Winter Concert on Thursday 14 December. Our approximately 120 students impressed our audience of parents, friends and family with their fabulous performances.

The CISSA football season, from August to December, was a dynamic journey for 86 enthusiastic boys and girls who dedicated themselves to weekly training sessions. This spirited endeavour saw the teams engaging in exhilarating matches against various international schools, creating an arena for skill refinement and competitive growth. The season, not merely about goals and victories, became a holistic experience, fostering a profound understanding of the game.

 The festive spirit echoed through the halls of BISS Puxi this week, as Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception students gathered for their Christmas Sing-alongs and festive parties. Among twinkling lights and colourful decorations, the school echoed with laughter, joy and the sweet melodies of young voices embracing the holiday cheer.

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On Monday 11 December, the Year 5 children presented an exceptional showcase to a packed audience of parents, centred around the captivating world of ancient Greece. The event was a culmination of a DVC Week of dedicated research, collaboration and artistic exploration.

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that the Air House has emerged victorious in this term’s House competition! With an impressive accumulation of points, the Air House students earned themselves the well-deserved prize - a fantastic House pizza party!

On 11 December, the Art Department was delighted to welcome Tenzin and her student Choeyang from Snowlands Art School. Snowlands is a small family-style fine art and handicrafts training school that was established by Canadian artist Kristel Ouwehand (Tenzin Dolma) in 2010 in response to a growing need for a centre for young artists to study art in an ethics-based environment.

On 8 and 9 December, the curtains went up on our annual Secondary School production – Elf the Musical! Students, teachers and parents all worked tirelessly for months in preparation. From sourcing props and preparing costumes, to holding long rehearsals perfecting scenes, songs and dance routines. We are thrilled to see so many students performing confidently on stage and discovering new talents and passions.

On 7 December, the Medical Club embarked on an enlightening visit to Jiahui International Hospital to attend a 2-hour Clinical Practice and Simulation Workshop of MSK (Musculoskeletal). This unique opportunity allowed our medical enthusiasts to delve deeper into the intricate world of bone structure, types of bone injuries and their respective treatments, all under the expert guidance of Jiahui Health's junior orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Zhao Qitong.

The Maths Workshop for Primary parents on 8 December 2023 was a significant effort to strengthen our students' mathematical foundations. The workshop agenda covered essential aspects of the Maths curriculum that we implement in the Primary School, and it provided parents with practical insights and tools for effectively supporting their children with Maths at home.

At BISS Puxi, we believe that nurturing resilience and emotional wellbeing in children is crucial for their future success in both academic and personal aspects. By focusing on these areas, we can equip our students with the necessary skills to overcome challenges and thrive in life.