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China's After School Training Centers are Struggling to Survive

As many training centers continue to recover from the effects of COVID-19, the sector has now been hit with new laws which effectively ban after-school tutoring in core subjects. Some...

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 30 September 2021

China Considers Dropping English as Core Subject, Again

A proposal to make English an elective subject rather than a compulsory one has sparked a divisive dialogue on Chinese social media.

by Joshua Cawthorpe, 10 March 2021

China Proposes Stricter Guidelines for Foreign Teachers

More job training, a proposed credit system and more.

by Barnaby Lofton, 24 July 2020

Roll Credits! Disney English Centers Permanently Close in China

The English-language training centers were known to utilize characters and other elements from classic Disney films.

by Matthew Bossons, 23 June 2020

Guangdong Schools to Remain Closed, Online Classes Start March 2

Online class will be in session starting March 2, with the exception of kindergarten and special education schools.

by Barnaby Lofton, 26 February 2020

Teaching in China is Risky for Foreigners These Days, Here’s Why

The days of teaching in China without the appropriate visa or education credentials appear to be numbered.

by Matthew Bossons, 13 August 2019

Guangdong Cracks Down on Unqualified Foreign Teachers

The new rules come in response to increased complaints by parents that teachers lack proper credentials, with some said to be on tourist visas.

by Jesse Pottinger, 08 August 2019

5 Foreign Teachers Caught Without Proper Work Visa in Foshan

Each foreign teacher was fined RMB5,000 and had their Chinese visas made null and void.

by Gary Bailer, 05 August 2019

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