Primary

Primary​

Welcome to Primary

Our diverse and compassionate staff provide the ideal learning environment for students to explore their passions, develop holistically, and achieve their goals.  In the classroom, we employ a dual-language and inquiry-based approach that aims to develop international-mindedness and a deep understanding and appreciation for Chinese education.  Our curriculum follows the Chinese National Curriculum, and the teaching and learning in the classroom models the IB Primary Years Programme inquiry-based approach.  As an IB school, we nurture our students to inquire, think independently, and take ownership of their learning.  The rigorous academic standards of our school programme develop confident and knowledgeable students who are well-prepared for their transition to the MYP and beyond.

Primary School Programme of Inquiry (English and 中文）
I joined OCAC as one of the founding team members in 2016. I have been involved in international education for 15 years. I’m originally from China, where I studied and qualified as a teacher, and later I completed a Master's in Business Administration through Concordia University, Wisconsin, U.S. and a Master's degree in Executive Master of Arts in International Educational Leadership and Change through Education University of Hong Kong.

As the Head of Primary, I’m privileged to serve OCAC students in their primary years. Professionally I am thrilled to be at OCAC, a school that in many aspects is at the forefront of Chinese international education. I am very excited about the implementation of the integration of PYP & CNC and its transformational effect on student learning.

I’m aiming to lead the team to create an impact and define the integrated curriculum model not only for China but also for the Asia Pacific region.
Yu Yunhua
Yu YunhuaHead of Primary
Before being appointed as the Deputy Head of OCAC Primary, I served as the PYP Coordinator, Chinese Subject Area Leader and G5 Chinese Homeroom teacher in OCAC Primary. I had over 14 year's teaching experience in IB PYP, MYP and DP programs and was recruited as a DP examiner.

I believe that well-being of students is the first and foremost priority of education. As educators, we need to create a safe, positive and friendly learning environment which is essential for the health and well-being of children, and to provide students with sufficient opportunities to develop skills and attitudes needed to thrive and succeed in the future.
Miao Lingling
Miao LinglingDeputy Head of Primary (Chinese)
With over 20 years of working experience in the field of International Education, I have experienced the IBPYP, MYP and DP from the dual perspectives of teaching and management roles. This experience coupled with ongoing higher education has given me a deep appreciation for contemporary and emerging education which blends idealistic educational philosophies with practical applications in the everyday lives of educators, learners and communities. I am happy to be a part of OCAC Suzhou in an environment where I can contribute to meaningful growth.
Geoffrey Smith
Geoffrey SmithDeputy Head of Primary (Expat)
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“It takes ten years to grow trees, but a hundred to cultivate talents. It takes three generations to make a gentleman.”

Through my love and enthusiasm for educational ideals rooted in Chinese origins, I have invested significantly in the integration of curriculum having been involved in the IB Program for around 10 years.

It is an honor to participate as an educator with the lovely students of OCAC. Likewise, it is delightful to be empowered as a lifelong learner in OCAC.

In the future, I would like to continue my close cooperation with the entire learning community of OCAC to cultivate talents and contribute to the realization of modern education with Chinese characteristics and international standards.
Gong Runyao
Gong RunyaoPYP Coordinator