On 15 July 2023, Lancaster University Confucius Institute held a Chinese Day at Ermysteds Grammar School in Skipton. 72 students participated in the sessions. The purpose of the day was to introduce Chinese language and culture to the students and provide them with an opportunity to interact with Chinese culture.

During the event, experienced teachers from the Lancaster University Confucius Institute team taught a variety of content and activities. In the language class, students learned some basic Chinese greetings, became familiar with the Chinese zodiac animals and learned how to say numbers in Chinese.

After just one class, the students bid farewell to the teachers in Chinese, which brought joy to the teachers. In the cultural class, the students engaged in activities such as a number bingo game, watching videos about numbers in Chinese culture, learning how to use chopsticks and participating in Chinese calligraphy and painting activities to enrich their understanding of Chinese culture.

The students actively participated in the activities and provided positive feedback. They believed that the day provided them with a valuable opportunity to learn about and experience Chinese culture, deepening their knowledge of the Chinese language and culture, and sparking their interest in learning Chinese and exploring multiculturalism.

The faculty and staff at Ermysteds Grammar School also highly praised the day, recognizing the successful integration of Chinese language teaching with traditional Chinese and Western games, allowing the students to learn Chinese in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The teachers at Lancaster University Confucius Institute are delighted with the opportunity to teach Chinese language and culture.

Lancaster University Confucius Institute will continue to organize similar activities, dedicated to teaching Chinese language and culture, and providing more students with opportunities to understand and experience China. Through innovative teaching methods and diverse activities, they will continue to inspire students' interest in learning Chinese and foster cultural exchange and understanding between China and the United Kingdom.