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Changfeng Ocean Park - Changfeng Ocean Park

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Changfeng Ocean Park

Last week, Year One students were very excited to go on their first educational visit of the year! Excursions out of school are such a valuable part of our students’ education and learning experience, and we are delighted that we can now resume such activities.

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BISS Ambassadors in the Secondary School - BISS Ambassadors in the Secondary School

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BISS Ambassadors in the Secondary School

At the start of Term 2, students across the Secondary School were encouraged to apply for a Prefect Role. The rationale behind a Prefect is the following: A Prefect employs the core values of courtesy, respect, and responsibility. Prefects are ambassadors for the school and are excellent role models for other students. Their function is to represent the student body at school events and to act as role models upholding our value system.

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Every moment is a fresh beginning - Every moment is a fresh beginning

Every moment is a fresh beginning

With a busy schedule consisting of deadlines, class work, homework, IAs, EEs, CAS, ECAs and exam preparation we often do not have chance to reflect on our feelings and stressors. Our body is very good at sending signals, but we are also equally good at ignoring these signals.

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Year 11 Getting Exam Ready - Getting Exam Ready

Year 11 Getting Exam Ready

The presentation on ‘Getting Exam Ready’ on Tuesday 7 March was aimed to provide both practical information about the upcoming IGCSE exams, study leave and how parents can support their children in their first set of external examinations. If you were unable to join the event we have shared the information covered by email.

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Is BISS Puxi the way forward? - Is BISS Puxi the way forward

Is BISS Puxi the way forward?

Every child is precious and their future rests in a decision about their education, made at a very early stage in their life. Choosing a school that is right for their child is one of the hardest decisions a parent has to make. This is the place where you will be sending your child to be educated and nurtured to adulthood. You will have the expectation that a team of trusted professionals will support your child, encourage and evoke a love of learning, and give your child the skills and knowledge to create their own future.

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Black History Month and Celebrating Internationalism - Demystifying US Admissions

Demystifying US Admissions

Saying that U.S. university admissions procedures and processes is fairly complicated does not meet too much opposition. Even back when I was applying to US universities, I found applications isolating, stressful, and frankly aggravating -- and the process has only grown more competitive since then. But there is a method behind the madness! And there are opportunities for personal growth with the right approach.

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University is a new beginning

I still vividly remember the week leading up to my first day at Tufts University – “butterflies in the stomach” would be underselling the sensation. As a grizzled adult, I am tempted to look back now dismissively: there was no apparent reason to be so apprehensive. But as a university guidance counsellor and parent, I find dismissing these feelings not so easy – their roots are grounded in a reality worth investigating.

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The Higher Education Guidance Team - The Higher Education Team

The Higher Education Guidance Team

It is with great pleasure that we introduce the Higher Education Guidance team at BISS. The team consists of Jessie Lee, an expert in applications to the top universities in Korea. Ms. Lee has been with BISS for 5 years, and during this time, has cultivated strong relationships with Korean members of our cohort. Her role as CAS Coordinator enables her to get to know our students intimately and challenge them to take risks that expand their horizons and push them out of their comfort zones.

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Succeeding at Key Stage 3

Thank you to those parents who attended the ‘Succeeding at Key Stage 3’ event this week; there was a very strong turnout. It was a pleasure to present information which we hope is of help to you as parents/guardians and your children, to support their academic success, and be happy and healthy learners at BISS.

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Developing good reading skills - The benefits of developing good reading habits

Developing good reading skills

Reading is key to unlocking the academic curriculum and is of fundamental importance when considering a child’s future achievement, wellbeing and successes in life. Current research by the Institute of Education highlights the benefits of reading books and newspapers, and visiting the library as having a significant impact on a child’s progress with reading.

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Student Leadership - Student Leadership

Student Leadership

As a global group of schools, there are many integral differences between each and every Nord Anglia school, which could be cultural, the curriculum, interaction with the local community, assessments used etc. However, all Nord Anglia schools globally follow the key philosophy of ‘Be Ambitious’.

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Black History Month and Celebrating Internationalism - Black History Month

Black History Month and Celebrating Internationalism

Here at BISS Puxi, one of our core pillars is Internationalism. We strive for each and every one of our students to become global citizens, who can adapt and thrive in our ever-evolving world. Our aim is to ensure that, as a school, we celebrate global cultural events that reflect our students, families and communities.

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Diwali Celebrations and the Festival of Light - Diwali Celebrations and the Festival of Light

Diwali Celebrations and the Festival of Light

Secondary students at BISS were treated to a literal taste of Diwali (the Festival of Lights) this week. There were student-led stalls with traditional snacks and drinks, and henna design, all with the backdrop of some amazing harmonium (similar to an accordion) performers. And in the spirit of the festival, we had a bright and colourful non-uniform day as well as some candle and rangoli making at lunchtimes in the week.

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The Junior MUN Conference - The Junior MUN Conference

The Junior MUN Conference

The Junior MUN conference hosted by NAIS Hong Kong kicked off to a great start at 8.15 am on Saturday 29 October. Fifteen young and enthusiastic delegates and two committee chairs trooped into our campus ready to discuss the set topics and formulate possible solutions to the following issues in their respective committees.

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A high level of teaching and learning in Maths

In Years 1-6 the White Rose scheme is used for teaching Maths. This scheme provides a clear structure and contains excellent and comprehensive resources. At BISS Puxi, we have adapted and developed the scheme to ensure a high level of teaching and learning in Maths.

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STEAM AT BISS Puxi

In the first few weeks of this year, the STEAM department was a flurry of activity. Over the summer, the DVC (Da Vinci Centre) underwent many changes with new resources being purchased and a new system of organisation being introduced. The DVC now has clearly labelled areas for the students to have easy access to the existing tools and the new consumable materials. The design possibilities are endless!

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Developing water confidence in young students - Developing water confidence in young students

Developing water confidence in young students

On Thursday 13 October at 6pm, the PE Department held an informative virtual meeting to highlight the importance of developing water confidence at an early age. BISS Puxi is one of the only schools in Shanghai that offers swimming experiences to Pre-Nursery children.

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EAL Parent Workshop - EAL Parent Workshop

EAL Parent Workshop

Before the break for Golden Week, the EAL Department held a parent workshop for all parents with students in Primary or Secondary EAL in Years 5-10. The purpose of this event was to allow us the opportunity to meet our parent community, introduce the EAL department and what we do as well as answer any questions.

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BISS Puxi is Globally Connected through Global Campus

In addition to being pupils at BISS Puxi, all our students are also members of a wider family – the community of students from Nord Anglia schools all around the world. They have an important role in supporting Nord Anglia Education’s mission of providing high-quality international education by fostering respect for other people’s identities and cultures. This forms a strong foundation for one of our school’s Five Pillars: Internationalism.

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Child in open-ended, natural play

How do you young children learn best?

Children learn best through open-ended, natural resources that encourage them to use all of their senses to find out about the world around them.

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