The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS Puxi) has been awarded the Nord Anglia Education Social Impact Bronze Certificate, a significant accolade that recognises the school’s deep commitment to embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into its core ethos and daily practice.
This distinction places BISS Puxi among a select group of Nord Anglia schools worldwide leading the way in empowering students to become active, socially conscious global citizens. The award validates the school's strategic focus on moving beyond academic excellence to ensure students make a tangible, positive impact in their local and global communities.
Embedding Global Responsibility into Education
The journey to becoming a Nord Anglia Social Impact School involves a rigorous process of aligning the school's vision, curriculum, and student-led projects with the principles of the UNCRC and the SDGs. At BISS Puxi, this is brought to life through initiatives such as student-led sustainability projects, community outreach partnerships in Shanghai, and a curriculum that challenges students to think critically about global issues like climate action, quality education, and reducing inequality.
The Bronze Certificate is official recognition from Nord Anglia’s senior leadership that BISS Puxi has successfully placed these crucial frameworks at the heart of its planning and is making excellent progress on its social impact journey.
A Commitment to Educating the Whole Child
This award underscores a key point of differentiation for BISS Puxi within Shanghai’s competitive international school landscape. While academic results are a priority, the school’s mission is firmly focused on educating the whole child—developing not only their intellect but also their character, empathy, and sense of responsibility.
“We are incredibly proud to receive this distinction,” said Andrew Lancaster, Principal of The British International School Shanghai, Puxi. “It is a powerful testament to the dedication of our students and teachers who work tirelessly to live our values every day. For our families, it confirms that a BISS Puxi education is about more than outstanding academic results; it’s about equipping young people with the understanding and skills to make a real difference in the world.”
A Springboard for Future Action
The Bronze certificate is not an endpoint but a milestone. It energises the school community to continue its progress towards achieving the Silver and Gold levels of the distinction. Parents and prospective families can expect to see an even greater emphasis on student advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and impactful community projects in the years to come.
To learn more about BISS Puxi’s social impact initiatives and how the school integrates global citizenship into its broad curriculum, visit the school’s website or attend the next open day to speak with our students directly.
