We are delighted to announce that WildChina Education has again been awarded membership of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA)!
Founded in 1988, FOBISIA is the premier Federation supporting and promoting high-quality British education in Asia. As a not-for-profit organization in the international education sector, FOBISIA has a diverse and inclusive community of 94 Member Schools across 19 countries in Asia.
FOBISIA is an organization that promotes excellence in British international education and provides peer-to-peer support, continuing professional development, and student enrichment opportunities for a diverse range of Member Schools in Asia. That ’s why we are thrilled to be part of this community.
According to FOBISIA, “the member schools all share the common values of providing a high-quality international education based upon British and international examinations.”
What does this mean for WildChina Education?
As a member of FOBISIA, we now have even greater access to resources to help us share the best practices for leading educational thinkers. FOBISIA hosts a range of conferences throughout the year to bring the FOBISIA community together and promote continuous improvement in a positive spirit of collaboration. The organization acts as a source of guidance for leadership, quality assurance, safeguarding, and recruitment.
For our team members, this membership means dozens of new networking and training opportunities. It would allow us to continue to provide a variety of enriching, educational activities to students on their school trips.
What does our FOBISIA membership mean for you?
FOBISIA organizes more than 70 Student Events, including Online Short Story Competitions, Online Art Competitions, Online Design and Technology Competitions, and many more. These events place an emphasis on improving leadership skills, building resilience, and most of all, having fun.
The FOBISIA Friendly Games are competitions that include individual activities and team sports. It is one of the most popular events that FOBISIA hosts. Not only do students have the opportunity to compete at the highest levels, but they ’ll also be able to form global friendships with their peers.
For you and your students, our FOBISIA membership means high-quality programs and a wealth of learning opportunities. You can rest assured of our commitment to providing the best educational experience.
Who are the other Member Schools?
Check some of WildChina Education’s school trip programs
School trips abroad, class residentials, subject-based field trips, ECAs, service learning programs, as well as adventurous journeys, are all part of WildChina Education’s offerings to schools & universities. We are always striving to deliver once in a lifetime curriculum outside of the classroom through the hundreds of programs we design each year.
One of WildChina Education’s recent school trip programs is Insight China, a 13-day school trip to Beijing, Yangshuo, and Shanghai, allowing you lots of time to explore three distinct locations in the country once known as the Middle Kingdom.
With the expanded China–US flights this fall, it is easier than ever for your students to explore all that China has to offer.
It would be the perfect time of year for your students to explore the wonders of China’s great classical cities. This 10-day school trip called Classical China: Great Cities offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of China.
Days 1 to 3
Our adventure begins in Beijing, the capital city, where students will be captivated by iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven. They will have the chance to immerse themselves in Chinese history and gain a deeper understanding of its significance.
Your students will take part in a student-led cultural immersion activity called the Amazing Race Challenge. Through this challenge, your students will be able to practice their Mandarin. They ’ll also get to explore Beijing ’s historical Hutong Alleys (胡同巷子, hú tóng xiàng zi) through this interactive and educational game. Before dinner, you will visit a traditional teahouse where you ’ll learn about the customs of Chinese tea at a tea-tasting ceremony.
Days 4 to 6
The Summer Palace and Kunming Lake are two more places you will visit. To practice their Mandarin, your students can try socializing with the locals! While you ’re there, you ’ll also learn Taichi from a Taichi Master and try out the Chinese Yo-Yo.
Next, we travel to Xi’an, home to the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors. Students will witness the incredible craftsmanship and learn about the historical importance of this archaeological wonder. The city’s ancient walls and bustling Muslim Quarter also offer glimpses into Xi’an’s cultural heritage.
Days 7 to 10
Students get to explore the Terracotta Warriors (兵马俑, bīng mâ yông) museum and even try making little clay Terracotta Warriors in a workshop. They will experience yet another tea ceremony at a nearby teahouse and explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which was built way back in the seventh century.
We’ll end our trip in Shanghai, a modern metropolis that perfectly blends tradition with innovation. From exploring the enchanting Yu Garden to wandering along the iconic Bund, students will witness firsthand how China has evolved yet maintained its cultural identity.
Check some of WildChina Education’s school trip programs
WildChina Education and its affiliate companies, Beyond Classrooms, Science Academy, Terratribes, and Qicheng provide a range of education content and logistical solutions for some of the world’s finest educational institutions. Throughout our 20+ years, we have worked with school groups such as Education in Motion, Harrow, and Nord Anglia institutions as well as world class universities like Harvard, Stanford, and Tsinghua.
If you are interested in planning a subject-based school trip, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly via phone or email, or chat with us through our social media accounts. We are looking forward to giving your students an unforgettable experience at off-the-beaten-path destinations.
Sources
https://www.fobisia.org/about
https://www.bisphuket.ac.th/what-is-fobisia/
https://www.britishschool.lk/wider-learning/fobisia
https://wildchinaeducation.com/2023/05/insight-china-13-days-trip/
https://wildchinaeducation.com/tour/classical-china-great-cities/
