Dear Parents,
Whilst we are of course disappointed not to have our wonderful students back in school with us I can report that all teachers have been very impressed with how well students are working online. From our youngest to our eldest Primary students, attitude towards their virtual school experience (VSE) has been nothing but commendable. As I pop into online lessons, and walk past classrooms where staff continue to teach, I hear student (and teacher) laughter, eager voices answering questions and teachers giving praise and encouragement. The all-important student-teacher relationships, which impact so much on student progress and attainment, continue to shine through as a strength of school even when teaching and learning is online. A big thank you to all our parents for supporting their child’s VSE, and for appreciating the efforts of our staff.
Virtual School Experience (VSE) Main Contacts
If parents have any questions or concerns about their child’s online learning experience, please contact your child’s teacher and / or Head of Year in the first instance.
Other pertinent contact details:
BSB Ambitious Week – change of dates
We are working closely with our BSB Ambitious Week partner, The Hutong, to ensure, as much as it is possible at present, that our Year 3 – 6 students are able to experience BSB Ambitious Week this academic year. To do this we have moved the dates of BSB Ambitious Week so that this will now take place from Monday May 30 – Thursday June 2 (Friday June 3 being a national holiday). Further information will be shared with parents closer to the time. Questions regarding BSB Ambitious Week should be addressed to AHoP Ms Debs Spencer Deborah.cave@britishschool.org.cn
Year Book 2021 – 2022 Orders
Order your 2021-22 BSB Shunyi Yearbook by May 6. Please click here to order.
An Update from BSB Finance Department
- BSB SY Academic Year 2022-2023 School Fee Invoice has been sent by email to all parents. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
- 2022-2023 BSB Withdrawal and Refund Policy has been updated on our website. Please click here for details.
Please feel free to contact us at bsbfee@britishschool.org.cn
Summer School Uniform, Hats and Water bottles
Students should now be wearing the Summer uniform to school. Please see full details of our summer uniform here.
All students must have a hat in school to wear at break times:
- we operate a ‘no hat no play’ rule during the summer months
- students without hats will be asked to sit on the sun safety seat in the playground by staff on duty
- please ensure that your child’s hat is clearly labelled with their name and class so it can be easily returned if misplaced / forgotten
It is also vitally important that as the weather turns warmer, all students have their own water bottle in school so that they can remain hydrated throughout the day. Water bottles should also be labelled clearly with the student’s name and class.
Travel restrictions and COVID-related enquiries
If parents have any questions or concerns regarding travel restrictions, COVID testing etc please contact: studentsurvey@britishschool.org.cn
After School Activities (ASAs)
Season 4
- Start: Monday April 18
- End: Friday June 3
ASA Parent Pick-Up
All students who are being collected by a parent / guardian after ASAs should be met at the main gate at the front of school between 4.25 and 4.30. Any students not collected by 4.30 will be able to wait safely in the security guards’ office until parents / guardians arrive.
Any queries or concerns regarding ASA please contact AHoP Ms Debs Spencer Deborah.cave@britishschool.org.cn or Primary PA Mrs Emma Ma emma.ma@britishschool.org.cn
Dates for your diary:
May
- Monday 23 – Friday 27: Year 6 Play in a Week
- Monday 30 – Tuesday 31: BSB Ambitious Week
June
- Wednesday 1 – Thursday 2: BSB Ambitious Week
- Friday 3: national holiday
The Primary Leadership Team
Have a lovely weekend,
Nonie
Nonie Adams
Head of Primary