Ms. Isabel Xu holds a Bachelor degree in Chinese Language and Literature from the East China Normal University and a Bachelor degree in Law from East China University of Political Science and Law. Prior to joining YCIS, she worked in key public schools in UK and Shanghai. Ms. Xu joined YCIS in 2006 and she was the group leader for CAL, CFL at different year levels. She reached her teaching pinnacle when she attained YCIS Master Teacher status in 2013 for teaching excellence. In 2014, Ms. Xu was appointed as a Co-Principal of the YCIS Gubei campus.
The YCIS/YWIES Executive Board has appointed Ms. Xu as Acting Chinese Co-Principal of HQ Campus for this academic year, concurrent with her role as Chinese Co-Principal of YCIS Gubei Campus. The YCIS Executive Board has appointed Ms. Xu into this acting dual campus leadership role in the belief that this approach will enhance opportunities for ‘whole of school’ development across key areas of strategic planning, student learning, staff development and community engagement.
Ms. Xu will spend time on both campuses each week, and while at Hongqiao will work closely with Mr. Mellor in supporting the leaders of ECE and Primary sections who will continue to manage the day to day work of their respective teams.
Ms. Xu has a 6-year-old son. She loves travelling, watching films, readings and also different types of cuisine with family at her leisure time.