A school in Beckton received a visit from a Chinese delegation.
Kingsford Community School welcomed Jianqing Liu, deputy director general of the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC), during his visit to the UK.
Mr Liu commended the school's commitment to personal development and its international welcome.
He said the experience was one he would "remember for a very long time".
The highlight of his visit was a five-minute speech in Mandarin by one year ten pupil, which earned a standing ovation.
Mr Liu was so impressed that he offered to support her in applying for international scholarship opportunities.
A school spokesperson said he "expressed his deep appreciation for the school’s outstanding international outlook"
The visiting delegation also praised Kingsford's personal development and careers education, information, advice and guidance programme.
Headteacher Joan Deslandes OBE said: "This visit marks a significant step forward in our ongoing mission to provide a globally enriched education for our pupils.
"We are committed to empowering them to thrive as confident and well-prepared global citizens, and our international exchanges and connections are a vital part of ensuring that they have access to the best opportunities both at home and abroad."
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