On 18 April, we gathered again in Beijing – this time for an Educational Leadership Luncheon focused on a pressing question: How can international educators turn uncertainty into career certainty in China's changing education landscape?

We were joined by Mr Struan Mathieson, Academic Director of the High School at Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy and an ELiP student at the University of Manchester. Drawing on his extensive experience as an international educator in China, Struan shared how leadership resilience can help navigate policy shifts, institutional change, and evolving family expectations – unlocking new career opportunities along the way.

On Friday, 17 March, Centre Director Sherry Fu led a visit to Daystar Academy and the Qi Social Innovation Centre in Beijing. The school’s integrated focus on social innovation across its curriculum and daily practices was truly impressive, closely aligning with the core values of social responsibility upheld by The University of Manchester and the University of Manchester China Centre. 

We are delighted that both the Head of School, Daniel Williams, Ph.D. and the Executive Director of the Qi Centre, Becky Zhang, are proud alumni of The University of Manchester!