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HD Beijing School in Chaoyang District is hosting its first session for the Primary School Principals' Salon and Student Assessment. This event focuses on cultivating globally-fluent Chinese students who lead, innovate, and impact. Scan the QR code for 1V1 campus tours and registration. (小学部首场 校长沙龙 & 学生评估)

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The HD Beijing School (Chaoyang District) is hosting an Open Day for its Middle School program for the 2025-2026 academic year. This is a chance to explore the campus and learn about their educational approach. Please scan the QR code on the poster to register for the event. (北京赫德学校开放日)

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Parents looking for early childhood education for their kids (1-5 years old) should check out the IVY Academy Open House! This 'Parents and Students Deeply Experience' (家长和学生深度体验) event includes parent-child activities (亲子活动), a curriculum introduction (课程介绍), and a campus tour (校园参观). The school offers 100% Native English Speaking Teachers and enrollment pathways to Daystar Academy (直升集团旗下启明星学校). Free registration is required.

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Join the Vegans of Beijing for a family-friendly baking class on November 2nd. This hands-on session will teach you and your little one how to make delicious vegan pies, including savory Kale, Pea, and Ricotta Pie, and sweet Chestnut, Pumpkin & Pecan Pie. It's a great opportunity for bonding and learning new culinary skills. The class is priced at RMB 200 per person. Scan the QR code to sign up!

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Learn to bake from a world-class vegan chef, Pedro, who's worked at NOMA and Michelin-starred restaurants. This parent-child pair class will teach you to make two holiday pies (one sweet, one savory). All ages and experience levels are welcome, but spots are limited. Perfect for a unique weekend activity!

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WHAT: "Liangzhu: China’s Forgotten Civilization of Jade and Water," an in-person RASBJ talk by Oliver Radtke on a five-thousand-year-old culture long lost under layers of river silt

MORE ABOUT THE EVENT: Hidden beneath the mists of the lower Yangtze lies one of the world’s earliest urban cultures — the Liangzhu civilization (c. 3300–2300 BCE). This talk introduces the discoveries summarized in Professor Liu Bin’s groundbreaking book "Liangzhu Culture", exploring the enigmatic jade congs, the ritual landscapes, and the social imagination of a prehistoric Chinese world. It invites the audience to reflect on why a five-thousand-year-old culture, long lost under layers of river silt, has become central to China’s modern narrative of civilisation.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Oliver Radtke is a sinologist, author, and think tank director with more than twenty years of experience in cross-cultural dialogue between Europe and Asia. He has led research and exchange programs linking scholars and policy experts from Europe, China, and Central/Southeast Asia. A fluent Chinese speaker, he currently teaches in China on sustainability and cultural heritage and has published widely on Chinese everyday culture and language. His recent work focuses on archaeological and philosophical dimensions of the Liangzhu civilisation and its place in comparative world history.

An Open Day for the Yew Chung International School (YCIS) in Beijing, featuring an immersive bilingual classroom experience, a chance to meet the Principal and Academic Leadership team, and access admissions advice. A free International English Proficiency Test is available for students Grade 6 and above.

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Join the Beijing Women's Network for an online webinar on Healthy Living! The session, titled "Understanding the Rhythm of the Menstrual Cycle," will be led by speaker Hillary Van Mansfeld, the founder of the Female Health Empowerment Network. This is a free online event (donations are optional) and is open to all who identify as women.

In this new photography workshop, you will learn to take portraits like a professional photographer, working on a series of images about the people of Beijing.

In this workshop, Sean Gallagher will personally help you and guide you to create your own powerful portraits, drawing upon his experiences producing imagery for National Geographic, TIME and Smithsonian Magazine.

We will explore the fascinating Moshikou cultural street and Fahai Temple, making images of the unique people of this area. Sean will show you not only how to make individual images, but also reveal to you how you can make series of portraits that tell a story.

Many people struggle with making portraits of people. You may feel unsure how to approach people, you may be unsure how to frame the image, or even interact with subjects as you take their photo.

This workshop is aimed at amateur photographers who are ready to go beyond taking snapshots. Let Sean show you the true power of photography through learning the art of environmental portraits and photographic storytelling!

Limited to 8 students only. More information can be found here about this workshops and Sean's previous workshops in China: https://gallagher-photo.com/faces-of-beijing-portrait-workshop-november-2025/

Beijing World Youth Academy (BWYA) invites parents to its upcoming Info Sessions.

Join the Secondary Info Session on November 13 (Thursday, 09:00–11:30) or the Primary Info Session on November 14 (Friday, 09:00–11:30).

Each session includes a School Tour, Info Session, and Q&A.

Register via the official website or by scanning the QR code on the event poster. After completing registration, enter the Checklist to make an event reservation. You’ll see a “Successful Appointment” page and receive an automatic email confirmation once all steps are completed.

Contact Information

Email: Admissions@ibwya.net

Tel: 010-64706336

General Intro about BWYA

Beijing World Youth Academy is a day school for Chinese and foreign students. Since our establishment in 2001, we have always offered the highest standards of education possible. Today, BWYA brings together over 1000 students and 230 faculty and staff, representing more than 30 nationalities.

“Locally Grounded, Globally Aware”, is the motto of the school. Whilst teaching the Chinese national curriculum, we also draw on international educational concepts, teaching methods and testing standards, as we continuously pursue innovative education. We have achieved remarkable results and become well respected in the wider educational community.

We work hard to create opportunities for students to be involved in society, using their knowledge and skills to solve practical problems, becoming a new generation of smart, dedicated, and caring young men and women, proactive lifelong learners.