Are you as curious about who’s shaping the young minds of our kids as we are? We’re sitting down with teachers and staff from Beijing’s vibrant international schools to learn more about their unique stories, experiences, and perspectives. From the challenges of adapting to a new culture to the joys of building connections across borders, these conversations will shine a light on those who make up our education community. Whether you’re part of an international school yourself or simply curious about life in Beijing’s globalized education hubs, join us as we get to know the people behind the classrooms, hallways, and campuses that shape this extraordinary world.

This week’s #BeijingEducators features Dr. Benita Sumita, associate curriculum director at Tsinghua International School (THIS).

I first met Dr. Sumita back in 2017 and was immediately taken by her charisma and the politeness of her young son. Years later, I had the privilege of training her students at the jingkids summer internship. These students were outstanding, and they raved about what an inspiration Dr. Sumita was on campus.

So, who’s this extraordinary woman, and why do we all adore her?

“We moved from the UK to Beijing for work and have been here for 12 years now. My son was born here. I was still completing my PhD in the UK when we moved, and so between that and my son, there wasn’t much time for anything else,” says Dr. Sumita.

Let’s get to know you a bit.

You took a career gap for your Ph.D. and family. Did this period contribute to your professional growth? 

If raising another human doesn’t develop you personally and professionally, then nothing else will. However, I believe that pedagogical acumen is significantly influenced and honed by tacit knowledge and experience, as scholars such as Eraut and Hughes have shown in their research. Theory and training are essential and fundamental, but teachers contextualize these to suit the school culture and ethos, student needs, and other factors. This is what I love about THIS and our teachers because though each teacher has rich proficiency in their pedagogical content knowledge, there isn’t one person who isn’t constantly seeking deeper expertise from colleagues, daily class experience, and through reflection.

How would you integrate your passion for sustainability into a school’s curriculum or culture? 

Sustainability is a necessity, if not a disposition, that each of us must have and/or adopt. The drive to make it part of the school culture started with a project in the International Relations course I was teaching in high school. Groups of students worked on a sustainable development goal (SDG) of their choice for a year. Their research and solution were required to have an impact on the school community. Students also decided how impact and successful impact would be measured. It was encouraging when students in one year were able to convince the school to stop printing report cards and instead send them electronically to parents. Through monitoring the printers on each floor for a year, the students identified a small solution.

Their focused efforts also gained accolades in the 2022 international SDG competition (https://www.globalsocialleaders.com/sustainable-spartans/#next). We also have capstone projects in grades 5 and 8. In consultation with the grade-level teachers, the THIS capstone initiative focuses on sustainability through themes of social responsibility. We also have many student-driven clubs – Roots & Shoots, Sustainability Team, Animal Conservation Team, and more – that work towards creating a sustainable community in small ways. Hopefully, in the long-term, it becomes the norm.

What do you like to do with your family on weekends?

Weekends can get busy with football practice, taekwondo and other interests that my son is into. But we like to try out different cuisines, new restaurants, brunches, and we never miss The Beijinger’s Juicy Burger Fest. So, I guess our weekends get foodie quite often. We also go-kart quite a bit a well.

Let’s talk about your teaching style.

What does being the associate curriculum director at Tsinghua International School mean? What’s an average day like for you?

My role as ACD is defined by the vision of and reports to THIS’ academic principal. It involves meeting with teachers about their curriculum scope and sequence, with department heads about vertical alignment, assessment, rubrics, and all that good stuff. My job is not possible without collaboration with teachers, department heads, and division heads. So, my typical day involves communicating with different people, listening to ideas, reflections, and feedback and then visualizing programmatic options.

As ACD I also lay out plans for weekly professional learning. At THIS, our professional learning includes teacher meeting time, in-house workshop rotations, grade-level pedagogy sessions, and this year, we also introduced continued professional learning that enables teachers to work on their individual goals as decided with their goal coaches.

Your philosophy mentions empowering students to “find their own voice.” How do you implement this in your classes? 

The profession of teaching has been transforming since I was in school, and today, the education discourse is buzzing with the mushrooming of AI threatening the need for a teacher. Doesn’t matter whether it was back in my school days or today, the core essence of the profession is about teaching students to think – not what to think, but how to think. Doesn’t matter which class you walk into at THIS, teachers are guiding students to find their writing voice, reading voice, analytical voice, transformative voice, etc., all of which is rooted in teaching students how to think.

Let me give you an example from my AP Psychology class. When teaching students about how memory impacts behavior and mental processes, I designed an experiment to examine encoding of information and short-term memory that we carried out in class with images for one group vs. descriptions of the images for the other group. Without going into too much detail, students demonstrated recall through a survey to complete the experiment. They were then required to use the data to hypothesize about short-term memory and human behavior. The learning, examining, doing, experiencing, and applying create opportunities for thinking and rethinking, especially when it involves real-time experience and an environment that encourages group discussions. Towards the end of this topic on memory, student groups also designed their own experiment that demonstrated their collaborative thinking voices. I guess John Hattie (2008) says it beautifully when he states, “The more the student becomes the teacher and the more the teacher becomes the learner, then the more successful are the outcomes.”

You’re very involved in your students’ extracurricular curricular. Have there been any extraordinary projects that your students have done that stand out?

I am really proud of THIS’ Model United Nations (MUN) club, especially because it is the students who’ve made it what it is today. We hosted our fifth annual conference in March. The students put in a lot of effort every year, conceptualizing, planning, organizing, and running the conference. The conference planning is ongoing even while the student leaders also run weekly club sessions focused on skills and content training. Sustaining a school club is no easy feat for students, and it is impressive how they collaborate, feed off each other’s energy, and bring out the best in each other.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on these:

If a parent struggles to engage their kids in a required course, what would you recommend? 

A parent’s struggle, most often, comes from the fact that they want the child to perform or engage to a pre-determined level of expectation. I guess what I am trying to say is parents should not have pre-determined expectations. Free of the shackles of expectations, a parent can be a strong enabler for learning at home. I have tried out a few of the strategies below with some success:

1. Establish a study routine at home. Depending on the child’s age, this includes planning with your child the amount of time devoted to studying, reviewing, reading, etc., and the amount of time for breaks. It may be worth considering if your child would like to start with the hardest subject, or a subject they aren’t interested in, and move on to subjects of increasing interest. It goes without saying that the routine must be followed, whether there is homework or not. Homework is not studying.
2. Establish a structure at home. As much as we want our children to have freedom and privacy, as a parent we also want to set them up for success. So, when I first sat with my son and helped him come up with a study routine, he was told that he couldn’t study in his room. He resisted at first, arguing about trust and privacy. I held my ground, saying it was temporary and depended on his work, and thus it was really up to him. Study time began at the dining table; in all honesty, no one was watching him, but he didn’t really know that. Now he studies wherever he wants, but he often chooses to start at the dining table.
3. Establish reinforcements. One of the oldest strategies for learning is conditioning. A reasonable and proportionate reward (time on a device, a favorite snack, etc.) normalizes wanted behavior. Punitive measures may work to a certain extent (revoking device privileges, reduction in monthly allowance, etc.), but older kids manage to identify workarounds. Reinforcements work better because of the rush of dopamine that follows a reward.
4. Model wanted behavior. If the child is working but the parent is on their phone or watching TV, it might not set a good example. Younger children can and like to emulate behavior, and it is important they are offered observational opportunities. While your child works, you can work too. And there is nothing like enjoying a reward together!

Of course, much of this would be more effective the earlier they are established as part of the child’s life.

What’s a good way for parents to encourage young kids to try new extracurriculars that they’ve yet to discover?

If you want your child to try something new, you must be willing to try it with them. As a parent, I also feel it helps children to visualize the activity with videos, perhaps. It is important to give your child time to visually and cognitively get comfortable with the idea before diving into a new activity. My son really avoided participating in overnight activities and camps. Initially, I thought it was about being separated from home, but in talking to him many times over, it was mainly his dislike of using public bathrooms. Changing his view of using public bathrooms over a course of a few years and finding the ideal overnight activity – a sleepover with friends at the Beijing Aquarium – was a small breakthrough. Be patient and take your cues from your child. A word of caution would be not to go after new, up-and-coming extracurriculars just because they are trendy; just follow your child’s interest and passion.

Tsinghua International School Presents The Wizard of Oz

Over the years, we’ve been so impressed by the student-led initiatives of the THIS students. On May 25, there’s a chance for the Beijing community at large to get a glimpse of one of the many spectacular events taking place at THIS.

Join THIS students and school community for a spectacular production of The Wizard of Oz, brought to life by the talented grades 6-12 students. Since January, these dedicated performers have been working hard to create a show filled with singing, dancing, and magic perfect for the whole family. Follow Dorothy and her friends the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion as they journey through the enchanting Land of Oz. With beloved songs like “Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off To See the Wizard,” this timeless classic is a joyful musical experience you won’t want to miss. Packed with colorful costumes, dazzling sets, and a touch of wizardry, The Wizard of Oz is a heartwarming adventure about friendship, courage and finding your way home. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance!

Performance dates are Fri, May 23, at 6.30pm and Sat, May 24, at 2pm. Scan the QR code below to purchase your tickets.

Find it:
Zhongguancun North Street, Haidian District

Images: Dr. Benita Sumita, THIS

The Jing Educator Awards 2023 honors those who have made outstanding contributions in the noble field of molding the next generation. Before the formal awards presentation ceremony at the 2023 Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) on March 11 and 12, let’s meet the nominees from the various schools and get to know them a little better.

Ms. Yao Chen works as the IBDP coordinator at Beijing Huijia Private School.

With an Education Linguistic master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and rich working experience inside China and overseas, Ms. Chen has committed herself to the international education field for over 12 years. As the pedagogical and administrative leader of Huijia High School, Ms. Chen led the team in implementing the school mission and IB pedagogy in daily teaching and contributed significantly to improving the quality of the IBDP curriculum by fostering the implementation of DP core courses. In the past three years, during which the world experienced the unprecedented changes brought by COVID-19, Ms. Chen led and navigated the team through all the challenges and uncertainty with professional expertise and strong resilience. The DP global examination result of the past three years have shown students’ significant progress in academic level and skill development. In addition to playing a leading role in Huijia School, Ms. Chen is also committed to serving and supporting more international schools in the field. As IBEN program leader and IB workshop leader, Ms. Chen has participated in several IB school evaluations and IB teacher professional development to bring more positive impacts to IB education development in China.

It has been nearly 18 years for Mr. Dexi Tang since joined Huijia School in 2005.

As an undergraduate majoring in English, he also studies developmental psychology on the job. A teacher who has taught all the main subjects in all the grades as a PYP Workshop leader, he actively participates in the trans-disciplinary curriculum integration of language, mathematics, and English. He was awarded the title of Excellent teacher and his class was also awarded the title of Excellent Squadron in the Changping District. Having actively participated in teaching innovation, he also won the third prize for micro-innovation achievement as well as the teaching elite award and outstanding staff award of the school. Under his tutelage, the Major League of Mathematics and Kangaroo Mathematics participated by the Math School Teams have bagged the top awards for several years. The students who participated in the tutoring of the Oral English Contest and the Star Torch Contest won a high proportion of high-level awards, and he has won the Excellent Tutor Awards many times. Mr Tang’s promotion of KooBits English mathematics teaching has led the class to win first place internationally and led many classes in the grade to dominate the top ten list in the world.

Sophia Qian is currently the Head of Department of Huijia’s Middle School L.A division, and also a homeroom teacher.

While studying at the University of Southern California, Sophia participated in the ‘Global Creative Leadership Program—Harvard 2019 ’. Both the education and practicum experiences during her studies inspire her in many ways. In the real-world teaching process, she employs a can-do attitude to solving problems.

These days, the thought of “How to maximize the students’ learning to make up for lost time” is not only on the minds of anxious parents and students but also a concern for educators. Sophia proposes that schools should utilize smart technology “to maximize the pockets of time and scaffold students’ learning”. She believes that ‘all successes are made from everyday efforts’. In the past semester, 121 students participated in her program and 93% of students improved their English proficiency, which not only motivated them but also allowed them to advance in other fields of study. Thus, learners can reach their full potential. Armed with the motto, ‘Rome was not built in one day’ Sophia plans to keep growing as an educator.

Images: Courtesy of school, Pexels

Open Day at House of Knowledge, Jan 14 ,  8.30am-11.30am

The Open Day provides an opportunity for families to meet the school principal, teachers, and learn about the teaching philosophy and approaches of House of Knowledge. You will not only have a tour of the campus, plus get to see some creative project work showcased by students themselves, but you will also get a clear understanding of the core concepts of the Reggio Emilia approach and the elementary school curricula. The principal will also discuss some educational hot topics with attending parents.

House of Knowledge Xinglong Campus – Block A, Unit 8, Xinglongzhuang, Chaoyang Road, Chaoyang District 北京市朝阳区朝阳路辅路兴隆庄甲8号A座, This event is free to attend.

House of Knowledge Open Day, Jan 16, 9.30 am-11.30 am

The Open Day provides an opportunity for families to meet the school principal, teachers, and learn about the teaching philosophy and approaches of House of Knowledge. You will not only have a tour of the campus, plus get to see some creative project work showcased by students themselves, but you will also get a clear understanding of the core concepts of the Reggio Emilia approach and the elementary school curricula. The principal will also discuss some educational hot topics with attending parents. English and Chinese

House of Knowledge Schools and Kindergartens – 15 Victoria Gardens, Chaoyang Park West Rd, Beijing, This event is free to attend.

Cook, Eat, Talk – 16 Jan 2020 , 11am-1pm

Cook, Eat, Talk is an initiative focused on providing communal support to adolescent young ladies and young men in the Beijing area. During the event, there shall be cooking of good food, build a community of support,and talking about holistic health and wellness, as it relates to teens and tweens, in a safe and engaging space.

The Tree, 2nd floor, Building No.28, Jingshundongjie No.6, Chaoyang district, Beijing – 北京市朝阳区崔各庄京顺东街6号院28号楼二层 , RMB 230

Beginner Kids Robotics Boot-camp, Jan 18 – 22, 1. 30 pm -6.30 pm

The robotics camp that students love is back! Let your children enter the world of robotics and AI in a fun and engaging way with Popular Robotics’ winter camp. Give your kids the chance to explore a future in engineering as a present for the new year! Students love it! You’ll not only learn the state of the engineering skills in a fun engaging way with like-minded students.

Tsinghua University – Shuangqing Road 30, Haidian District, RMB 999- RMB 5,999, Please contact organizer for further details

Paddy’s Aussie Takeover, Jan 17,  8pm – 11.30pm

Aussie Fire Fundraiser week presents Paddy’s Aussie Takeover, with live music by Tavey Lean and Solid Gold Dream Machine. Experience a wonderful time with the like-minded people in Beijing, with good drinks, good food and wonderful music, and all for a worthy cause to help those affected by the wild bush fires in Australia.

Paddy O’Shea’s – 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie Chaoyang District , This event is free to attend.

Spring Festival Eve Celebration With Cultural Keys, Jan 24, 9.00 am-3.00 pm

Spring Festival is a time to spend with closest family and friends. But what if you’re new to the city or want to spend the time on an authentic cultural activity?

Join Cultural Keys Chinese culture center  to celebrate Chinese New Year’s Eve, make dumplings and write lucky New Year couplets under the watchful eye of an expert calligrapher which you can take home and hang around your front door. Transportation, all materials, both workshops, two presentations and a meal are included in the price. The shorter morning session is better suited to families with younger children, while the evening is better for adults. If you have any questions, or would like to confirm your place, please add AJDonnelly on WeChat. Alternatively, email events@culturalkeys.cn.

Pickup time: Morning Session – 9am Evening Session – 3pm
Drop off time: Morning Session – 3pm Evening Session – 9pm
Availability: Max. 8 people per session | 8 years old and over
Payment: Prepayment required via WeChat, Alipay or PayPal (+5% transaction fee – no account required)

Cultural Keys – 191 (North Gate A), Xiaopu North Road Xiaopu Village, Songzhuang, Tongzhou, Morning Session – RMB 488 Evening Session – RMB 588

Beginners Calligraphy Workshop for Adults and Children, Feb 1, 11am – 3pm

Learning calligraphy, one of China’s most famous cultural treasures, takes time and patience, but the rewards are many – not only does it teach culture, patience and control, but the focus required means it’s also a kind of meditation! Join Cultural Keys for one of Cultural Keys’ monthly beginners’ workshops, which include a 2-hour calligraphy class, guided by an experienced calligrapher. You’ll practice your design first before choosing a character or phrase to write on to decorative paper that you can then take home and frame! Included in the price is a presentation (in English) on the language and history of Chinese calligraphy, a dumpling lunch, the workshop itself, all materials, snacks and tea while you write, as well as free time to explore Xiaopu Artists Village, located within the Songzhuang Art District! All this for only 258RMB or even less if you sign up with a friend! Suitable for everyone 10+. 4 people minimum required. If fewer than 4 people sign up, full refunds will be issued. If you have any questions or would like to confirm your place, please add AJDonnelly on WeChat. Alternatively, email us at events@culturalkeys.cn.

Cultural Keys – 191 (North Gate A), Xiaopu North Road Xiaopu Village, Songzhuang, Tongzhou, RMB258

Advanced Kids Robotics Bootcamp, Feb 4 – 8 | 1.30 pm – 6.30 pm

The robotics camp that students love is back! Let your children enter the world of robotics and AI in a fun and engaging way with Popular Robotics’ winter camp. Give your kids the chance to explore a future in engineering as a present for the new year! Students love it! Here you’ll not only learn the state of the are engineering skills in a fun engaging way with like-minded students. Let your child start the year in a meaningful way.

Tsinghua University – Shuangqing Road 30, Haidian District, RMB 999- RMB 5,999, Please contact organizer for further details

Lantern Festival Celebration With Cultural Keys, Feb 8 | 2pm – 9pm

In 2020, the Lantern Festival (Yuánxiāo jié 元宵节）falls on February 8th, the fifteenth and final day of Spring Festival. Although it’s not a public holiday, it is still widely celebrated, especially in southern China and among the diaspora. What’s this holiday all about and how can you celebrate it? Join Cultural Keys Saturday, February 8th at the Culture Centre for an afternoon of fun and friendship as participants celebrate the Lantern Festival, which marks the end of Spring Festival! At this event, you can learn more about Lantern Festival customs and language, paint paper lanterns, solve riddles, make tangyuan (sweet dumplings) and enjoy a meal together! Transportation from Sanlitun, all materials, snacks, tea and dinner, and English-speaking hosts are all included! If you have any questions or would like to confirm your place, please add AJDonnelly on WeChat. Alternatively, email us at events@culturalkeys.cn.

Cultural Keys – 191 (North Gate A), Xiaopu North Road Xiaopu Village, Songzhuang, Tongzhou, RMB 488 per person, RMB 888 for two people

Tomorrow (Saturday September 10) is Teacher’s Day in China, a special day to celebrate the hard work and valuable contribution made by educators.

The idea of Teachers’ Day was first mooted as far back as 1931. Initially, the government was skeptical since the suggestion came from educators themselves, but in 1939 the day was officially recognized and moved to August 27, the traditional birthday of Kongzi (Confucius). In 1951, the new Communist government merged it with Labor Day (May 1). However, in 1984 the Beijing Evening Paper proposed that teachers should have their own day again, and the suggestion caught on. In 1985, the modern celebration was enshrined in law. The date of September 10 was chosen because it’s near the beginning of the school year.

On the day itself, kids are encouraged to bring gifts for their teacher. There’s been a recent clampdown on a growing trend of offering extravagant gifts, such as smartphones, jewellery, and watches due to concerns of corruption – sorry, teachers! Instead, children are encouraged to make a card or bring flowers.

Since this year, Teachers’ Day falls on a Saturday, why not treat the educator in your life to some pampering? United Family Hospitals is offering them the chance to brighten their smile with a 30% discount on a check up and bleaching package.

Then, in the evening, the Big Smoke invites teachers to its All Day Happy Hour. From 5pm to 1am, they can get 20% off cocktails, house wine, and Jing A beer by showing their school ID to the fuwuyuan.

Teachers’ Day is one of three annual days in China that honors different professions. Nurses’ Day falls on May 12, as it does all around the world. Then, most importantly of all, November 8 is Journalists’ Day. We’re just letting you know now so you can start working on your handmade cards…

Photos: chinadaily.com.cn, courtesy of UFH

Principal Amanda Micossi from House of Knowledge International School and Kindergarten has had quite an adventurous career in education so far. Having worked as both a lead teacher at a Chinese kindergarten as well as at HoK, the US native also taught ESOL in South Korea prior to her arrival in Beijing three years ago, volunteered as a classroom assistant in a struggling Virginia middle school, and even taught survival English for Sudanese asylum seekers in Israel. Interestingly, Micossi says she and her boyfriend decided to move to Beijing after an elaborate rock-paper-scissors tournament! Miscossi shares more about herself in our Meet the Principal blog series.

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Depending on the day, I either wanted to be a vet or a doctor. Then I realized I’d have to be in school for another few decades, so I abandoned that idea. Even so, look where I ended up; in a school!

What kind of student were you as a child?
Definitely a bit of a nerd! I think the only thing I ever got in trouble for in school was reading—reading under the desk during class, reading too far ahead in our assigned books, reading extra materials assigned to another group.

What was your image of the school principal when you were a student?
I’ve been lucky to have had great principals growing up—friendly, accessible, and involved. In elementary school, our principal would give any student whose name he couldn’t remember a jellybean and made a point to invite every child to lunch in his office during the year. We’re lucky to have a small, intimate campus, so I’m able to get to know each and every student quite well. Hopefully, my image now is that I’m always around, always interested, and always willing to help!

What kind of jobs did you have before becoming a principal?
I had a few odd jobs before college, including working in an online airshow memorabilia merchandise shop run out of my neighbor’s garage and building micro-current electric therapy machines—circuits, switches, the works! Since college, everything has been about teaching. Working in such a wide variety of educational environments has really influenced how I view my job now and how fortunate we are to have so many resources, dedicated teachers, actively involved parents, and an educational approach the whole team believes in.

How do most people respond when they find out you are a school principal?
The most common response I get is, “Really? You’re so young!” When I get a chance to really talk to people about my experience and the work I do now, any questions about age disappear. To be a principal, you need to be extremely organized, manage your time well, and be able to communicate effectively, whether it’s addressing parents’ concerns or in a meeting with teachers. Parents at our kindergarten haven’t asked about my age since my first weeks as principal, and I believe it’s because they are able to see the quality of my work and are happy with how the kindergarten is running. For the skills needed to be an effective principal, there’s no age requirement.

What are you currently reading?
I just bought A Short History of Tractors in Ukranian by Marina Lewycka from Roundabout at our St. Martin’s Day Lantern Walk. It came very highly recommended by the volunteers.

In all your time as an educator, what is the most important lesson you’ve learned?
Flexibility! Even the best-laid plans of teachers and administrators go awry! It really pays off to be flexible—working in another country with a multicultural team and small children means that anything can (and will!) happen. For example, we spent weeks planning a picnic at the park only to have the pollution too high to go out on the day of the event. It was stressful, but we put the old plan behind us and had a great time at our sports room picnic. Learning to go with the flow is essential to peace of mind when each and every day can have a new wrench thrown into your plans. Plus, the unexpected moments, the surprise adventures, and the spontaneity that have the potential to be so frustrating often turn out to be the most memorable experiences, both for the students and myself.
 

Meet the Principal/Headmaster is a new beijingkids blog series designed to give the Beijing community a better understanding of who our education leaders are in our city. If your school is interested in being featured in our Meet the Principal/Headmaster blog series, please contact the School Editor, yvetteferrari@truerun.com

The Beijing International School Expo 2015 is sponsored by HealthPro.  

With less than two weeks left for parents, parents-to-be, kids, and administrators to come together at the Beijing International School Expo (BISE) 2015 at the Kerry Hotel Beijing on January 24-25 from 10am-4pm, this seems like a good time to share that we have over 50 exhibitors signed up. We have two sponsors this year: HealthPro – our title sponsor and The Westin Blue Bay Resort– our goodie bag sponsor.

As the parents get clarification from the school representatives, the kids can enjoy some "me" time at one of the three designated play zones. Who’s going to host them? Find out here.

Armed with the 2015-2016 School Choice Guide that’s going to be hot off the press next week, here’s the list of exhibitors:

3e International School     
AOJI International School    
Aurora Academy International      
Beanstalk International Bilingual School    
Beijing Changping New Oriental Foreign Language School    
Beijing City International School     
Beijing Collegiate Academy    
Beijing Huijia Private School      
Beijing International Bilingual Academy     
Beijing Limai Foreign Languages School    
Beijing New Talent Academy    
Beijing No.4 High School International Campus    
Beijing SMIC School    
Beijing Haidian International School     
Beijing Royal School     
British School of Beijing     
Canadian International School of Beijing          
Daystar Academy          
Etonkids International Bilingual Kindergartens
Haileybury International School    
Harrow International School Beijing        
House of Knowledge International School & Kindergarten    
International Department of Beijing No.4 High School     
Ivy Schools    
Keystone Academy     
Maple International Academy     
MIK International Kindergarten    
National Institute of Technology     
Peide School 
Springboard International Bilingual School     
Tsing Hua International School      
Yew Chung International School of Beijing    
Yew Wah Infant and Toddler Education Center   (YWITEC)    
Yew Wah International Education School    

Education Centers
Acorn International Camp Education
Capstone Education    
Chuchuguo
Due West Education      
Diligence & Delight Gifted Program Center  
Ipony International Youth Cavaliers Academy       
Stateside Adventures
The Edge Learning Center    
The Learning Center
UCCA Creative Studio

Sponsors
HealthPro
The Westin Blue Bay Resort
 

Information Booths
beijingkids
JingKids
Kerry Hotel Beijing