Dunhuang City Suzhou Wuweimiao Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School
Date of Visit: September 26, 2013
Purpose of Visit: Revisit
Grades: K1-K3, 1-6 (9 classes total)
The school is of utmost excellence with much of the credit attributed to the principal.
Students
No. of Students: 313 (235 elementary + 78 kindergarten; no boarding)
There are 15 students who’ve won second and third rank painting/calligraphy awards. After graduation, students continue their studies in junior high in Mengjiaqiao Township, where they seem to do well academically.
Teachers
No. of Teachers: 15
Teachers are enthusiastic and energetic. The school emphasizes on culture, and the education environment is exceptional.
Buildings/Facilities
– 9 classrooms
– 6 multipurpose rooms
– Library: ~6,100 books
– Computer Room: 42 computers
– Cafeteria: good
– Restrooms: good
Problems/Issues
In need of a specialized English teacher. The education bureau promises to help hire one by next year.