What Halloween is like in China
Though most western festivals aren’t officially recognised and celebrated in China, this doesn’t stop people from enjoying them. Certain major [...]
Chinese National Day
The National Day of the People’s Republic of China is an annual celebration that takes place on 1st October to [...]
Life As A Musician in Shanghai
By Ben, Long-term teacher in Shanghai 2017-present Having been an active and gigging musician in the U.K for many years, [...]
Football in China: An Upcoming Global Superpower?
Though renowned for topping the medal tables in sports such as gymnastics, badminton and table tennis, China has never been [...]
Homestay or Teaching Placement? Choosing What’s Best for You
It’s that time of year again; when our Homestayers and Summer Teachers head to their host cities ready for their [...]
13 Chinese Apps You Need to Download
Apps are changing the way we do everything; from ordering food to finding your car, you can trust them to [...]
8 Chinese Dishes You Should Know About
One of the most common things we hear from people we send out to China is how varied (and delicious) [...]
6 Reasons You Should Choose a Smaller Chinese City
If you’re thinking of teaching English in China, Beijing and Shanghai are almost guaranteed to have crossed your mind. Owing [...]
How Safe is China?
When choosing the best place to live and work, safety is an extremely important factor. Considering its low crime rates [...]
5 Things I Gained Living with a Chinese Family
By Lauren Pettit, Homestay Programme participant in Beijing 2017. […]
ONE MILLION Teach English In China YouTube views!
We reached a memorable milestone last week, when our YouTube channel surpassed the one million views mark. A massive thanks [...]
7 Best Places to Celebrate Chinese New Year
As the biggest festival in China, Chinese New Year is a must-see celebration for anyone taking part in one of [...]