Shanghai Arete Bilingual School

On January 16, a fun-filled Learning Carnival titled Gallop with Joy, Learn Together was held, bringing together first graders and kindergarten children. The event featured eight interactive subject-based booths, allowing students to apply their knowledge through games and hands-on activities. It concluded with an exciting robot competition in the gymnasium.This carnival effectively helped first graders consolidate their learning while introducing kindergarteners to the primary school environment, supporting a smooth transition between educational stages. [more]

The 2025 Jiading District "Chuying Cup" Young Science Innovator contest

Congratulations to Bu Chenlin (Grade 4) for winning the district second prize and advancing to the municipal level in the 2025 Jiading District Chuying Cup Young Science Innovator contest ! Well done also to his instructors, Jamila Li and Tracy Wang. [more]

PYP Celebration of Learning

On January 16, PYP Learning Celebration was held by the Rose Class. Students presented their recent learning achievements to parents through artworks, performances, and interactive sessions.During the event, learners confidently shared their inquiry-based projects across subjects and engaged in meaningful discussions with their families. Parents gained first-hand insight into their children’s holistic development in knowledge, skills, and attitudes.This celebration not only provided a platform for students to express themselves and build confidence, but also strengthened home-school collaboration, highlighting each child’s individual growth within the PYP framework. [more]

MYP student forum

On January 12, the MYP branch of the secondary school hosted a student-led forum centred on thetheme ‘AI is All Around Us: Tool, Partner or Opponent?’ Through English song and dance performances, bilingual speeches, scientific English comedy sketches, English debates, English short plays, and so on, the event vividly showcased students' multifaceted perspectives on AI. The event not only reflected students' engagement with technology and creativity but also sparked profound discussions among staff and students on sustaining learning, collaboration, and reflection in the AI era. AI serves not merely as a tool, but as a mirror reflecting human intellect and development. This event was mainly organized by the Student Union, fully respecting students' agent while enhancing their initiative and confidence. Participants impressed attending parents with their fluent English delivery. [more]

Rose Class K2 learning outcomes celebration

Last week, the K2 Rose Class held a learning celebration based on the IB theme How We Express Ourselves. Children explored art as a tool for emotional expression through activities like DIY mood costume shows, art creations inspired by masters such as Monet and Van Gogh, traditional crafts, and stage performances. Parents were invited to participate, fostering a warm atmosphere and strengthening home-school collaboration. [more]

Picture Book Performance Week

Last week, the K2 and K3 Red Beech Class successfully carried out a five-day English Picture Book Performance Week. Through listening, speaking, and acting, the children practiced English expression in engaging scenarios. Each day began with a foreign teacher reading a picture book, followed by interactive QA to help students understand the story and learn key expressions. K2 students performed group recitations, while K3 students worked in small groups to act out short English plays, applying vocabulary and sentence patterns in role-play. Activities such as voting and peer feedback with heart-shaped signs also encouraged the children to speak up confidently and collaborate, effectively boosting their interest in English and strengthening their overall language skills. [more]

Alumni Visit

On January 12, Rain Jiang (Heiman Jun), an honors graduate from SABS High School’s class of 2024, returned to his alma mater to share time‑management strategies with current students and discuss his role in founding the Manman Hope School through donations. Currently studying at the University of Melbourne, he balances academics, self‑media work, and philanthropy. Facing challenges in establishing the rural school, he persisted by collaborating with foundations and launching live‑streamed crowdfunding campaigns. The school now implements a Comprehensive Literacy Curriculum, including the Travel Far module, which teaches students how to plan trips, purchase tickets, and explore beyond their hometown—offering valuable inspiration to educators. Rain’s philanthropic spirit is reflected in his motto: “Stay rooted, grow patiently, and keep sowing seeds.” His continual growth remains an inspiring example to us all. [more]

Advanced Unit in the Education System of Jiading District

We are proud to announce that in the 2025 year-end performance evaluation of Jiading District's education system, SABS, SABK, and ASTEM Kindergarten have been awarded the title of Advanced Unit in the Education System of Jiading District. As a result, all three institutions have been honored as Advanced Units within Jiading District's education system! This marks the first time in our decade history that all three schools have received this distinction simultaneously. It demonstrates SABS’s widespread recognition and high quality, diverse, inclusive, and caring education. [more]