A Fireside Chat with Katharine Birbalsingh CBE

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  • Canton Place · Haoyi Tianhe Comprehensive Service Centre, No.1 Qingfeng Street, Tianhe, Guangzhou 广州市天河区清风街1号广粤天地·好驿天河综合服务中心
  • 5:00 pm
  • Member Price:RMB 128
  • Non-Member Price:RMB 128

Join BritCham South China Education Community for an insightful fireside chat with Katharine Birbalsingh CBE, the founding headmistress of Michaela Community School, one of the UK’s top-performing schools. 

Known for her direct approach to education, Katharine brings valuable insights on everything from leadership to social mobility, and she’s been a key voice in shaping education policy as the Chair of the UK Government’s Social Mobility Commission.

This is a unique chance to hear from a globally recognised leader in education in an informal setting—perfect for anyone interested in making a difference in education.


What You’ll Take Away?

· Leadership Tips: How to lead with values to raise standards.

· Building Culture: Key lessons on creating a positive school ethos.

· Improving Social Mobility: Practical strategies to help disadvantaged students succeed.

· Engaging Parents and Communities: How to make education a team effort.

· Global Perspectives: Insights that are relevant to China’s growing education landscape.

Speaker

 Katharine Birbalsingh CBE
Headmistress of Michaela Community School,
Chair of the UK Government’s Social Mobility Commission


In 2021 she was appointed Chair of the UK Government’s Social Mobility Commission, where she championed evidence-based strategies to improve opportunities for disadvantaged young people. Her visit to Guangzhou offers BritCham a unique opportunity to hear first-hand insights from a globally recognised thought leader on education and leadership.

Event Agenda

5:00pm-5:30pm

Meet & Greet

5:30pm-5:40pm

Welcome Remarks 

Will Sung, Vice-Chair of the British Chamber of Commerce, South China

5:40pm-6:40pm

Fireside Chat with Katharine Birbalsingh CBE

Hosted by Dr Michael Jones, Chair of the Education Working Group

Format: Planned questions followed by open questions from the floor and pre-submitted questions

6:40pm-7:00pm

Audience Q&A and Open Discussion

7:00pm onwards

Optional Networking Dinner / Drinks 

Event Information

Date & Time: 17:00 – 19:00, Friday, 31st Oct, 2025
Price: RMB 128 (incl. one drink & snacks)
Venue: Canton Place · Haoyi Tianhe Comprehensive Service Centre, No.1 Qingfeng Street, Tianhe, Guangzhou 广州市天河区清风街1号广粤天地·好驿天河综合服务中心

Register now to secure your spot!


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