On October 10, 2025, Dehong Beijing Secondary School achieved a significant milestone by becoming an authorised Cambridge International School. While this is a landmark achievement, our Cambridge community continues its dedicated work with a renewed sense of purpose and motivation. We remain focused on our core mission: nurturing students to reach their fullest potential, ensuring each day is an opportunity for growth.
Hear from our students and teachers on what this new status means to them:
Our G11C1 Cambridge Students :
Winnie: I chose A-Levels for its focused, in-depth study, which aligns with my goal of applying to Commonwealth universities. I'm honoured to be in the first cohort and motivated by our teachers to achieve internationally recognized success.
Olivia: A-Levels allow me to deeply explore my favorite subjects and develop key skills for university. Being part of this globally-recognized program motivates me to strive for more.
Leo: I chose A-Levels for the UK-focused learning style. My goal is to achieve high grades, and I am determined to overcome the language challenge with my teachers' support.
Jasmine: I chose A-Levels for the fewer subjects, which gives me more time for my passions. My goal is to get into a good university, and I feel positive about the path ahead.
Our Cambridge Teachers:
For our educators, the Cambridge authorisation is a powerful validation of our school’s commitment to academic excellence.
Vicky Lu, Head of Secondary School: The Cambridge status means the official recognition of Dehong Beijing from the world's largest provider of international education programs and qualifications. Therefore, I am immensely proud of our newly gained status as a Cambridge School, which testifies to the rigour of the academic programme our hardworking teachers offer to ensure our learners are continuously challenged. I am also thrilled about the doors this status helps our students open as they undertake a best-fitted pathway in a globally recognised programme.
Marcus Koh, Head of Centre and Deputy Head of Secondary School: Having experienced Cambridge as both student and teacher, I've seen its global impact. This authorization affirms our commitment to excellence and provides students a new personalized path.
James Sutcliffe, Exam Officer and AL Programme Coordinator: This role demands responsibility and precision. I'm honored by Cambridge's trust to uphold rigorous standards and help shape student futures globally.
Andrew MacLeod, Teacher Support Coordinator and Professional Learning Lead: I'm excited to develop Cambridge training for colleagues. Exploring A-Levels helps teachers grow professionally, and I look forward to collaborating with Cambridge.
Angela Gregory, Art and Design Teacher: As a founding A Level teacher, I take immense pride in our journey to becoming a Cambridge school. This recognizes our high standards, and I'm excited to help shape this new chapter.
Adriaan Stander, Business Teacher: The Cambridge endorsement validates our commitment to excellence. Teaching this curriculum provides great resources that enhance both my students' learning and my teaching.
Cindy Wang, Chemistry Teacher: This authorization externally validates our program's quality. The curriculum balances knowledge with skills, preparing students for top universities and future challenges.
Kat Zhang, Chinese Language and Literature Teacher: This endorsement validates my teaching capabilities internationally. It aligns our practices with global standards and inspires my professional growth which is beneficial for our students.
Amy Khoo, Mathematics Teacher: This recognition confirms our high standards and effective teaching. It affirms our rigorous curriculum prepares students well, making me proud to continue helping them succeed.
Mohammed Sayanvala, Physics: I'm honored by the dual Cambridge and IB endorsement. This reflects our teaching quality and resources, including world-class laboratories, that will help students thrive as they explore in their learning.
We are excited for the future and look forward to the outstanding opportunities this Cambridge chapter will bring for our entire community.
Find out more about our Dehong Beijing Secondary School Cambridge Programme and how it can benefit your child.
