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February 8, 2016

by: Tom

10 taboos to avoid on Chinese New Years Day

Happy New Year! Today’s really important in setting the scene for the year of the Monkey. Here’s the top 10 taboos to be avoided on the first day of the New Year! 1. Welcoming the New Year According to tradition, people stay up late to welcome the New Year, and then to let off firecrackers [...]

Published on:
February 6, 2016

by: Stephanie

2016: year of the Monkey

Those born during such years are characterised as quick-witted, curious, innovative and mischievous – however it is also believed to be one of the unluckiest years in the Chinese calendar! The general image of people in this zodiac sign is of always being smart, clever and intelligent, especially in their career and wealth – but [...]

Published on:
February 5, 2016

by: Stephanie

Chinese New Year party in London: the biggest celebration outside of Asia!

If you’re not too busy with celebrations of the romantic kind on February 14, why not head to London to welcome in the Year of the Monkey with a massive Chinese New Year celebration which will fill most of the West End with music, acrobatics, activities and pyrotechnics. A grand parade featuring ten lion dance [...]

Published on:
February 4, 2016

by: Tom

4 days until the year of the Monkey!

Chinese New Year will be on 8 February 2016 and this year it’s the Year of the Monkey, year 4714 on the Chinese Calendar. It’s the main festival and biggest celebration of the year, and a time for families to enjoy eating and celebrating with their loved ones. The lead up period, before people travel [...]

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January 14, 2016

by: Guest

How to improve your teaching in China

You have already read about Opportunity China’s unrivalled ambassador network that provides support and professional development to foreign teachers in China, but how is it really beneficial to you as a teacher? Designed by experienced practitioners in the UK, taking ideas from PGCE and SCITT training in primary and secondary school settings. The ambassador network [...]

Published on:
January 3, 2016

by: Tom

New Year, New Opportunity

A new year and what better time to consider new opportunities and change? Here at Opportunity China we work with schools, universities and education establishments across China and we are currently recruiting teachers, lectures and university graduates for start dates throughout 2016. · The economic growth in China is HUGE. · The need for native [...]

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December 23, 2015

by: Tom

Christmas in China!

Ever wondered what it would be like to spend Christmas in China?! Well let me tell you, it is very different in so many ways, yet also similar in a few…. The Chinese do not celebrate Christmas! (Traditionally, anyway) The 25th December is just another day in China and most people will not find it as [...]

Published on:
December 19, 2015

by: Guest

A wedding in China (part 2)

Previously in Part 1 I wrote about the events leading up to the wedding day and the various ceremonies that take place to get traditional blessings on the wedding – now the focus switches to the main event, and the amazing banquet that takes place… At about 6pm at a local restaurant the bride and [...]

Published on:
November 30, 2015

by: Tom

December travel photo competition – win a camera!

Opportunity China are giving away a Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera (RRP £70) this December– to be in with a chance of winning, just upload your favourite travel photo to facebook and like our page. Simple! www.facebook.com/teachinginchina Conditions of Entry: There is no entry fee and no purchase necessary to enter this competition. Closing date for […]

Published on:
November 22, 2015

by: Guest

A wedding in China (part 1)

So what happens at a Chinese wedding today? It is certainly very different to how we traditionally conduct weddings in the west! Here are my experiences: 2 days to go: A traditional Chinese meal for lunch is served at the bride’s parent’s home, including dumplings, pork dishes, eggplant, cabbage, and noodle dishes. The parents of [...]