Why mastering English early matters - and how the right support speeds progress

On January 8-9, 2026, six incredible school bands from across China rocked the stage at the Nord Anglia China Regional Battle of the Bands Festival in Shanghai! The participating schools included British School of Nanjing, NACIS Shanghai, NAS Jiaxing, NAS Suzhou, NAS Beijing, and NAIS Pudong.

We are proud to share an important milestone in the journey of Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong. NAIS Pudong has been officially accredited by NEASC, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

On Thursday 5 December, our classrooms were once again filled with excited families as we hosted our Term 1 Showcase. This much-loved event invited parents into school to learn more about their child’s progress and to experience the vibrant learning taking place across Early Years, Primary and, for the first time, Secondary. 

Returning to Rugby School Thailand for a second consecutive year, our Tigers delivered a tournament defined by resilience, growth and belief, finishing with three hard-earned victories against strong international competition.

A proud and uplifting end to Term 1, our first Principal’s Award Assembly celebrated students from Year 1 to Year 13 who truly embodied our value of Confident.

Our students travelled to Dadai and Huanggang Villages in Congjiang County, Guizhou, to take part in a meaningful Social Impact service experience focused on community connection, cultural learning, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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.

Introducing #NAISPudongLocations – a new series where we shine a light on the incredible places that make our campus so special.

At Nord Anglia International School Pudong, we remain committed to ensuring every child experiences a clear and purposeful learning journey. This month, we were delighted to officially launch our new Primary Skills Framework, a major development designed to strengthen clarity, consistency and connection across Reading, Writing and Mathematics. The framework was introduced to families during our recent Tuesday Talk, where parents attended a dedicated presentation and received their own copy of the accompanying booklet.

This week we were delighted to kick off our first Tuesday Talk of the year by welcoming Sophia, Head of Digital Product Design at Disney, for an inspiring session with our Year 10 to Year 13 students.