For all the Expats in Chongqing who are interested in learning Chinese in order to understand their friends, colleges, employees or business partners, the Chongqing University offers a Chinese language Program.

Classes normally are from Monday to Friday and start at 8:30 a.m. and end at noon. The first semester will be mainly about pronunciation, simple phrases, handy words and elementary writing and reading.

So for everybody who is interested in learning some Chinese to make every day life more convenient Chongqing University is definitely worth a look.

The University was founded in October 1929 and has a total enrollment of 57,472 students, among which 12,000 are master and doctor degree candidates.

Chongqing University has established inter-school exchange links with 32 institutions of higher education in 13 countries such as the U.S, France, Germany, Canada, etc.

The university consists of four campuses and facilities including libraries, stadiums, a swimming pool, basketball grounds, and tennis courts.

The international Students are taught on Campus A which is very close to the center of Shapingba.

Address:
Division for International Students – Foreign Affairs Office
Chongqing University
No. 174 Shazheng Street , Shapingba District
Chongqing 400044, China
E-mail: fao101@cqu.edu.cn
Tel: (+86) 023-6510 2964
Fax: (+86) 023-6510 6656
Website: http://international.cqu.edu.cn

In Yuzhong district opens a new international kindergarten. It is managed by Etonkids Huizhi Kindergarten- Chain and will be the ¨C Chongqing Riviera Campus.

We were told that the monthly fee will be RMB1980/month for the first 30 Students who enroll. After that the tuition may increase.

Classes will start at 8am and will last until 5pm.

For more information:
http://www.etonkids.com/english/

Etonkids Huizhi Kindergarten ¨C Chongqing Riviera Campus offers a fantastic central location in Chongqing´s Yuzhong District and features the the popular Etonkids Huizhi bilingual Montessori curriculum.

The three schools under the Etonkids banner ¨C Etonkids International, Bilingual, and Huizhi kindergartens ¨C each employ time and scientifically tested educational methods from the West leavened with the richness of Chinese culture, and through expertise in school management and administration, offer programs that help children excel in areas of knowledge, self-confidence, sense of responsibility, taking of initiative, and problem solving. At Etonkids emphasis is placed on academics as well as character development, sport, and the arts to create well-rounded learners. All Etonkids problems integrate the ¡°Etonkids three C¡¯s¡± of Creativity, Character, and Culture.

Etonkids Huizhi Kindergarten ¨C Chongqing Riviera Campus is set to open September 1st 2010. For more information please visit www.etonkids.com or call the Etonkids Edu-line at 400-818-9098.

Entrollment has already started! For more information please access the link below:
http://maxxelli-blog.com/2010/07/new-international-kindergarden-opens-in-xin-tiandi/

The campus police and professional security guards should be trained under the support of local security department to protect students. The School Safety Team led by the schoolmasters should be built up to inspect the campus as well as the surrounding areas.

Moreover, the video monitoring systems and warning systems should be installed on school premises and will be connected to the public security department, and campus safety will be jointly guarded by school and police.

Source: Chongqing Government

In his presentation Mr. McWhirter, besides talking about doing business in Chongqing and how he himself made his way to where he is standing now, also gave the young crowd useful tips how to survive best as an expat in China. Further, the focus was on Chongqing, its past as well as its expactably auspicious future. Fore more informationon this lecture, please contact chongqing@maxxelli.net and  see the complete presentation below. To learn more about the students’ excursion to China, please read this article.

International School Of Chongqing

QSI International School of Chongqing is a non-profit institution that opened in August 2006.

The school is offering high-quality education in English language for students from the age of three (3) years, through secondary school, until highschool graduation, at the age of 17.

This is a newly built school located in Shapingba District in University Town. It contains 10 classrooms, a library, a computer lab, a science lab, a large outdoor play area with a running track and soccer field, and an indoor gymnasium with basketball, tennis, and badminton courts. This unique facility is located conveniently for international families. Many foreign companies are locating in this exciting development. Busing is available for families as well.

The school’s educational philosophy includes a performance-based personalized approach to instruction leading to mastery learning. We believe 1) All students can succeed, 2) Success breeds success, and 3) It is the responsibility of the school to provide the positive conditions for success.

THE PRIMARY PURPOSE of the school is to meet the needs of children with foreign passports in Chongqing who require this type of education with a view to continuing their education in their home countries with a minimum of adjustment problems. In addition to its scholastic goals, the school endeavors to provide its students with knowledge of China.

THE CURRICULUM includes English (reading, grammar, composition, and spelling), Mathematics, Cultural Studies (history, geography), Science (physical, life, and earth), Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school seeks to provide students with an appreciation for the rich culture and history of China. Materials and equipment are up to date and of high quality. Class sizes are small. Native English speaking experienced teachers are employed. This curriculum ensures mastery of specific skills and knowledge involving both individual and group instruction. Intensive English is provided for students who need additional help with English. Mandarin is taught as a second language.

Link: http://www.qsi.org/chq_home/chq_home.htm

Also see their newly launched image video here.

Es handelt sich um eine neu errichtete Schule im Universitätsbezirk Shapingba. Die Schule verfügt über 10 Klassenzimmer, eine Bibliothek, ein Computerlabor, ein Labor für naturwisschenschaftliche Versuche, einen weitläufigen Sport- und Spielplatz im Freien, sowie eine Turnhalle mit Basketball-, Tennis- und Badminton-Feld. Der Standort dieser einzigartigen Einrichtung ist zudem äußerst günstig gelegen, da sich viele internationale Unternehmen in dieser Gegend ansiedeln. Zudem gibt es einen Busshuttle für die Schulkinder.

Die Lehr-Philosophie der Schule beinhaltet einen leistungsbezogenen, individuell zugeschnittenen Lehrstil, welcher zum bestmöglichen Lernergebnis führen soll. Wir glauben dass 1) alle Schüler erfolgreich sein können, 2) Erfolgserlebnisse zu weiterem Erfolg verhelfen und 3) sehen wir es als unsere Verpflichtung an, die für den Lernerfolg nötige Positive Umgebung zu schaffen.

Es ist die oberste Priorität der Schule, die Anforderungen und den Bedarf von Kindern mit ausländischer Staatsbürgerschaft zu erfüllen und ihnen eine Schulbildung zu bieten, die der in ihrem Heimatland gleichkommt, so dass sie ihre Schullaufbahn jederzeit und ohne große Probleme dort fortsetzen können. Zusätzlich zu den schulischen Zielen ist QSI bestrebt, seinen Schülern ein umfassendes Wissen über China zu vermitteln.

Der Lehrplan beinhaltet Englisch (Lesen, Grammatik, Aufsatz und Buchstabieren), Mathematik, Kulturlehre (Geschichte, Geographie), Wissenschaft (Physik, Biologie und Erdkunde), Bildendekunst, Musik und Sportunterricht. Zudem ist die Schule bestrebt den Schülern eine grundlegende Wertschätzung des kulturellen und historischen Reichtums Chinas zu vermitteln. Lehrmittel und Ausstattung sind auf dem neuesten Stand und qualitativ hochwertig. Die Klassen sind sehr klein gehalten, um zu gewährleisten, dass ausreichend auf die einzelnen Schüler eingegangen werden kann. Dieser Lehrplan garantiert die Beherrschung sehr spezifischen Wissens und Fähigkeiten und beinhaltet sowohl individuelle, als auch Gruppenarbeiten. Für Schüler, die zusätzlich Hilfe mit der Englischen Sprache benötigen, werden Intensivkurse angeboten. Mandarin wird als zweite (Fremd-)Sprache unterrichtet.

Link: http://www.qsi.org/chq_home/chq_home.htm

Step through our doors and be whisked into a world where time has stopped and service is unlike any other. Old Chengdu Club embodies prestige, status and class, we believe in providing the very best for our Members.

On top of distinguished restaurants and state-of-the-art facilities, we pride ourselves as the professional team that will cater to your ever need. Every member, whether young or old, receives the highest standard of service. Attentive staff dedicated to meeting the demands of each and every member in the best possible way makes every trip to the Club a truly enjoyable experience.

Here at Old Chengdu Club, we believe you deserve only the very finest. Not because you are a member but because you are family.

The annual Ball is Chongqing expatriate community’s main social event and fundraiser for CQIWG’s charitable projects, benefitting thousands of children spread across 14 schools in rural Chongqing.

The theme, ‘My Dream, My China’, reflects the dreams of these children. This Christmas, with everyone’s support,  CQIWG hopes to continue to help these children realize their dreams.

For more details and bookings, please write to chongqingiwg@hotmail.com or call Shu Chang at 13637763560

Date: Saturday, Dec 5, 2009
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Ballroom, 11th Floor, Intercontinental Hotel
Dress Code: Formal

In Winter 2007, YCIS Chongqing has moved to our state-of-the-art new campus situated at Chongqing International School Garden which is a new area in the city’s Northern New Economic Development Zone. It is strategically located between the airport and the city centre near the city’s main road–Jinyu Road, just off the airport expressway with easy access.

Besides regular classrooms, the new campus has specialty rooms for art, music, dance, and information and communication technology. There is ample green space that has been beautifully created to allow for special courts for basketball, volleyball, badminton and table tennis. There will also be a large indoor sports hall.

YCIS Chongqing offers a unique education philosophy that integrates the best elements of both Eastern and Western cultures. This educational approach ensures that students will enter the 21st century as “world citizens”, fluent in at least two major world languages (English and Chinese) and be highly skilled in information technology. The teachers strive to provide the students with excellent academic training, critical thinking skills and respect for all cultures. Furthermore, students are educated from a global perspective and with moral and spiritual values affirming the worth and dignity of each individual. YCIS Chongqing currently offers programmes from K3 to Y13 (aged three to 18 years old).

Contact:
Address: No. 2, Huxia Street, Yuan Yang Town, New Northern Zone, Chongqing 401122, P.R.C.
Tel:(8623) 6763 8482 Fax:(8623) 6763 8483

Website: http://www.ycis-cq.com/
Email: enquiry@ycef.com