Four Years Running: Dulwich Puxi Students Shine ‘Top in China’

How Incredible Are Our Students!

Over the past four years, supported by the expertise, care, and encouragement of their teachers, our students' commitment and perseverance have led to remarkable success in the IGCSE examinations. Each year, our learners have risen to the challenge, achieving excellence across a diverse range of subjects and earning the coveted ‘Highest Mark in China’ honour. 

These achievements are not only milestones for the students themselves, but also a powerful reflection of the academic rigour and holistic education of a Dulwich education.

And now, in 2025, we are thrilled to announce that Otto T, currently in Year 12, has been awarded Top in China for Physical Education (Cambridge IGCSE) in the Outstanding Cambridge Awards.

What does “Top in China” Mean？

'Top in China' refers to the learner who has gained the highest standard mark in China for a single subject. This learner will be awarded the Cambridge 'Top in China' award. There may be other learners in China who scored the same mark; since their achievement is equal, they will receive equal recognition and will also be awarded the Cambridge 'Top in China' award for that subject.

Otto T | Year 12 student | 2025/26 Senior School Head Student

"Receiving this 'Top in China' award is a profound honour. I see this achievement not as a final destination, but as a significant milestone in my ongoing journey of learning. It is my greatest pleasure to have been supported by my inspiring teachers and wonderful classmates, whose constant encouragement and invaluable feedback have been pivotal to my success. Dulwich has instilled in me the values of working hard and aiming high, teaching me never to be satisfied with a single success, but to use it as motivation to soar even higher."

Last year’s award recipient, Jerold P, now in Year 13, reflected on what it means to continue this tradition of excellence: 

"I am honoured to have carried forward DCSPX's culture of academic excellence. Through unceasing dedication, attention and a genuine passion for their subjects, our teachers create an environment where we are inspired to aim high and discover where our passions lie. We grow as academics, whilst fostering the skills needed to succeed in the world beyond."

Jennifer Buster | Senior School Deputy Head Academic

At Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi, we celebrate not just the result, but the journey - the curiosity, resilience, and intellectual courage that define authentic learning. The 'Top in China' recognition reflects the collective dedication of our students and teachers, whose shared pursuit of excellence turns potential into achievement. It is a privilege to witness our learners thrive as confident, compassionate young people who aim high and embody the Dulwich values in all they do.

Matt Uffindall | Director of Sport

We are incredibly proud of Otto and his achievement, which is a testament to the team effort at Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi. From his class teacher to his coaches, the collective support and commitment not only to Otto but to every student create an environment where excellence not only thrives but is expected and embraced. Blending academic excellence with balanced extracurricular pathways really is our Dulwich difference. Otto is a real champion of the classroom, the gymnasium and the pool.

Otto’s achievement stands as a powerful reflection of Dulwich Puxi’s enduring commitment to academic excellence. His success, alongside those of his peers in previous years, exemplifies the intellectual curiosity, discipline, and ambition that define our learning community.

At Dulwich Puxi, we believe that academic success is most meaningful when paired with balance and character, and Otto represents this perfectly. A high-performing scholar with diverse interests and leadership roles, he embodies the values of resilience, integrity, and a genuine love of learning that lie at the heart of our educational philosophy.