On 6th and 7th February, we were delighted to welcome 70 students and teachers from Beijing Bayi High School to Francis Holland.

Beijing Bayi High School is one of the most prestigious schools in China, and was attended by the current President. The visiting students, who ranged from 13 to 18 years old, were each partnered with a Francis Holland girl, who took them to break and then lessons, after a tour of the school. The lessons attended included History, IT, Science, English, MFL, Greek, Classical Civilisation and Music, and provided a great insight into the bustling everyday life of FHS. There was much excitement as the visitors learnt more about school life in the UK and got to know their FHS partner, and vice versa as our students learnt more about Chinese education and culture.

We are delighted that the FHS Choir has been invited to sing next week at the Chinese Embassy. We are looking forward to a long term partnership with Beijing Bayi High School, including possible trips and exchanges.