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When answers are everywhere, can children still think for themselves? In a world where information is instant and technology is increasingly powerful, success will depend on more than knowledge alone. It will depend on the human qualities that help young people navigate uncertainty, collaborate with others, and create new possibilities.

We are thrilled to announce that Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong was again selected to host the prestigious Nord Anglia Education (NAE) Middle Leadership Programme residential for colleagues across the China region.

In an education system that often directs attention towards the highest achievers and those who need the most support, the learners in the middle can sometimes be overlooked – not intentionally, but simply because they seem to be managing well.

Primary and Secondary initiatives form a cohesive and continuous Student Leadership Pathway, designed to nurture growth, responsibility, and collaboration across all stages of school life. This unified approach ensures that leadership at our school is not a single moment or title, but an evolving journey, one that empowers every student to contribute, reflect, and lead with purpose within our shared community.

At Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong, we believe that where children learn is just as important as what they learn. Step onto our campus, and you will see why.

Neuroscientific research shows that 90% of brain development happens between birth and age five, a critical window for shaping a child’s future. During this time, sensory experiences, social interactions, and cognitive stimulation lay the foundation for learning, emotional regulation, and personality development. With this in mind, we foster a “Teach-Nurture-Care” early education system, where guided, play-based learning and a safe, nurturing environment help every child thrive.

The choice of education can shape a child’s future. We recently sat down with two families who transferred to NAIS Pudong to hear about their decision-making process, their adaptation journey, and the growth they’ve witnessed in their children. From personalised learning support and an authentic British educational environment to the nurturing of a critical thinking and an open-minded community - let's explore how NAIS Pudong empowers students to thrive in a globalised world.

At NAIS Pudong, we strive to achieve our values, one element of which is building confidence in our students to help them better prepare for life after education.  But what about building the confidence to question one’s approach and strategy in tacking tasks or ideas?

Our values are clear that we aim to develop creative, confident, and considerate students who are prepared for their futures, and where better to start building that confidence than with our youngest students.

Our values are clear that we aim to develop creative, confident, and considerate students who are prepared for their futures, and where better to start building that confidence than with our youngest students.  From the first moment they enter our school, they access our incredible Early Years teaching and learning spaces, all filled with activities that spark fun roleplay, collaboration, and encourage our students to dream.

Our values are clear that we aim to develop creative, confident, and considerate students who are prepared for their futures, and where better to start building that confidence than with our youngest students.

NAIS Pudong is dedicated to the holistic development of children. We nurture independence, resilience, and empathy during these crucial early years. Our efforts allow parents to witness their children’s genuine growth and progress every step of the way!

With results season just around the corner - at least for our Year 13s who will get their IB grades on 6th July - the Nord Anglia INSIGHTS team have created a powerful piece which I’d encourage every parent, regardless of the age their child, to read.

As part of the INSIGHTS series which we’ve featured several times across the academic year, this post feels specifically well timed in today’sever-changing technological world. There is an often recurring debate across the education field related to use of mobile phones both in school and at home, and as per the featured article, I think we can all agree that while the use of technology in school should be embraced when linked to functional learning, the broad use of mobile phones for social sites and general ‘doom scrolling’ when in school should not be permitted; it’s why our school has a policy which prohibits the use of mobile phones during the school day.

Nord Anglia International School Pudong (NAIS Pudong) prides itself on offering a comprehensive Physical Education program and a variety of competitive sports teams to cater to the diverse interests and abilities of its students. The Physical Education (PE) curriculum at our school is designed to promote physical fitness, skill development, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for sports and healthy living. From Early Years through to Key Stage 5 (ages 2 to 18), students engage in a wide range of activities that cater to them specifically, regardless of age, gender or ability.

Hope it gives you all a little insight into the action-packed world of expeditions.

As Nord Anglia International School (NAIS) Shanghai, Pudong continues its commitment to enhancing student learning, the collaboration between the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Nord Anglia Education (NAE) has grown to be a fantastic initiative to foster a dynamic and enriching educational environment for NAIS Pudong students. This partnership, bridging together the expertise of MIT’s faculty and students with Nord Anglia’s global school network, provides our pupils with a distinctive opportunity to develop essential collaborative skills, gain exposure to real-world problems, and participate in challenging competitions.

For those who haven’t already read the Nord Anglia INSIGHTS magazine, firstly, may I recommend this wonderful new project to you.  As a school, we’ve already published thought pieces on each of the core articles which I hope you’ve also read, and I think it’s important to see how these thought pieces are demonstrable here at NAIS Pudong.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) is an essential programme offered in schools across the world. At NAIS Pudong, we present a customised EAL programme that aims to meet the needs of the individual.

As the Head of Secondary School at NAIS Pudong, I am eager to share our commitment to fostering critical thinking and deep learning in the dynamic landscape of education.