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Our Welcome Back Picnic was a lovely way to ease into the new school year.

On 26 August, NAIS Pudong hosted our After School Activity Fair, bringing together students from all year groups to explore the wide range of opportunities available beyond the classroom.

Last Friday, our NAIS Pudong campus was full of joy and celebration as we welcomed parents to this year's Primary showcase along with transition assemblies for both Reception and Year 6 students — a highlight of the year that brings our vibrant community together.

This year, we proudly unveiled the NAIS Swimming Records Board, a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of our swimmers throughout the years. Thanks to Mr. Lang’s meticulous record-keeping, we’ve been able to trace and compare outstanding performances spanning two decades - showcasing the remarkable evolution of swimming excellence at NAIS.

MAST STEAM Summer Camp offers exciting, hands-on learning adventures for children aged 6–12, held daily from 9:30 to 15:00 at Aegean Mall in Shanghai's Minhang District. The camp features three engaging themes: Adventures Unlimited, Inventors & Explorers, and Time Trek. These programs cover diverse topics ranging from chemistry and engineering to AI and space science. Each week, participants will enjoy interactive STEAM projects such as rocket building, ancient civilization exploration, and forensic science experiments. The camp runs across three sessions from June 30 to August 15.

Last week, NAIS Pudong Primary School hosted a fascinating "Vintage Artifacts Show & Tell" lecture for Year 5 and Year 6 students, aiming to deepen their appreciation for Chinese cultural heritage.

This year, International Week at NAIS Pudong was a vibrant celebration of cultures from around the world, uniting students and staff in an exciting exploration of global traditions. Through interactive activities, cultural exchanges, and creative projects, our school community came together to embrace the rich diversity that makes NAIS Pudong so special.

The thrill of competition, the roar of the crowd, and the spirit of international camaraderie our U11 athletes recently returned from the Nord Anglia International Schools Multi-Sports Event in Chengdu, and what an adventure it was!

This year’s senior drama production was not just a show — it was an experience. As parents and guests arrived at NAIS Pudong, they weren’t ushered into a theatre right away. Instead, they stepped into a 1920s speakeasy, complete with vintage jazz, decorations, and guests mingling in costume. It was the perfect prelude to what would become one of the most immersive performances we’ve ever staged.

Last Sunday, NAIS Pudong had a Spring Fling filled with laughter and joy! International families from Shanghai gathered on campus and had a wonderful family day with their children and parents on a sunny spring day.

Football season this year was fantastic! This was the first U19 girls team we’ve had in many years, and I’m in complete admiration of many girls in our team giving the sport a go for the first time, bringing football back to life for us!

This week, our school was thrilled to welcome specialist educators from the world-renowned Juilliard School for an inspiring series of dance and drama sessions with both our teachers and students!

From 11 to 13 March 2025, a group of our creative students had the incredible opportunity to participate in a the NAE Regional Performing Arts Festival in Shanghai alongside 11 Nord Anglia schools from across China! With over 475 young artists immersing themselves in drama, dance, music, puppetry, short film making, physical theatre, and more, the festival was a true celebration of creativity and collaboration.

During the current academic year, we have been gradually transitioning from a House-based system to a Communities-based structure, designed to align more closely with the school’s aims and values—developing creative, confident, and considerate learners prepared for their futures.

NAIS Pudong students from Year 9 to Year 12 were fortunate enough to take part in the NAE Service Project in the Kilimanjaro area of Tanzania.  Annabelle S, Giselle O, Andy Z, Kevin C, Linus L and Ricky Z were joined by Olivia W from our sister school LIS Chengdu, as well as students from BIS Abu Dhabi, BIS Charlotte, BSB Shunyi, Hameline Laie, and Beau Soleil.

We were delighted to welcome Mr Justin Foley to our campus earlier this week to continue our Industry Expert series, a programme which sees specialists from a variety of industries come to talk with our senior students about their pathways and career planning.

Last week, ten students from NAIS Pudong joined nearly 40 friends from our sister schools in Guangzhou and Cambodia for an unforgettable trip to Switzerland. From the initial shyness of meeting new faces to the lively farewells filled with laughter and heartfelt goodbyes, the friendships forged during this journey were truly touching!

On the 10th of Jan, under the theme of Unity & Belonging,5 NAIS Pudong students took part in the TEDx youth event at our sister school at BSB Shunyi. This provided a wonderful opportunity for our students to demonstrate their own creative thinking and confidence in public speaking in front of a live audience which at some point reached nearly 20,000 viewers accessing the live feed.

The Arts Variety Show earlier this month was full of talent, creativity, and teamwork as our incredible students took the stage in our PAC Theatre. From the stunning music groups to the solo performances, every moment was a testament to the hard work and dedication of our confident, creative, and considerate learners.

Our recent journey to Guizhou was an inspiring blend of cultural exchange, sustainable learning, and community impact, deeply aligned with the United Nations‘ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).