Wendy Ruan - Our Team

Kiki hails from Sichuan, China, a land whose rich cultural and historical background has profoundly influenced her. She holds a bachelor's degree in Chinese Language and Literature and obtained her master's degree in International Chinese Education from the Education University of Hong Kong. Throughout her academic journey, her passion for the Chinese language and culture has continually fuelled her pursuit of a career in education, dedicated to spreading Chinese culture through teaching.

During her undergraduate studies, Kiki not only excelled in Chinese language and literature but also achieved outstanding results in educational psychology, literature, and writing courses. Her experience at the Education University of Hong Kong allowed her to engage with scholars and educators from diverse backgrounds, further enriching her teaching methods and philosophies.

Kiki firmly believes that education is not about imparting knowledge, but rather igniting a passion for learning. She is committed to creating interactive and creative learning environments that inspire students' enthusiasm for learning. She emphasises the cultivation of students' humanistic qualities and cross-cultural communication skills, viewing Chinese language learning as a process of exploring a new cultural world. Kiki hopes that students can master language skills in a relaxed atmosphere. Through in-depth study of Chinese culture and literature, students can not only express themselves fluently but also understand and respect the perspectives and values of different cultures.

Jiang XiaoQi's academic journey and educational philosophy reflect her deep passion and persistent pursuit of the Chinese language and education. She will continue to delve deeper into the field of Chinese education, igniting more students' love for the Chinese language and culture.

In her personal life, Kiki is enthusiastic about outdoor activities, particularly hiking. She believes this not only promotes physical and mental health but also allows her to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural environment around her. Additionally, Kiki loves painting and visiting exhibitions. Amidst her busy work schedule, she finds inner peace and balance by immersing herself in artistic creation and appreciation.

Alice grew up in Meizhou, Guangdong Province, and moved to Hong Kong when she was a teenager. She discovered her interest and talent in language at an early age, and has had over a decade of experience in teaching Chinese to primary school students from various cultural and language backgrounds. With a background in translation and early childhood education, Alice brings with her years of Montessori teaching experience, which has helped shape her creative and caring approach towards teaching young children. At Bloom, she will be teaching Chinese as a Main Language (CML) classes across all grades and supporting the Jasmine G2/3 homeroom.

Alice has a sunny and cheerful personality that makes her popular and engaging to young children. Her positive attitude towards life and learning can be seen mirrored by her students. She cares deeply about each child and is a firm believer of personalized learning that encourages holistic development. Her goal is to make Chinese learning accessible and organic at Bloom.

In her spare time, Alice enjoys singing and spends a lot of time playing instruments, including percussion and piano. You can also find her hiking on weekends and scouting for potential field trip routes for Bloom students.

Cyan grew up in a city in Northwest China, where her passion for teaching first began to take root during her middle school years. She went on to earn both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language. After graduating in Hong Kong seven years ago, Cyan returned to mainland China to teach Chinese at an international school for one year.

Her experience teaching first-grade children, and observing their markedly different attitudes towards learning, sparked a deep curiosity in Cyan. She became fascinated by the developmental stages preceding primary school and was eager to support children during these crucial early years. This led her back to Hong Kong to complete her Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), after which she embarked on a fulfilling six-year career as a kindergarten teacher.

This journey has solidified and clarified Cyan's core educational philosophy: to observe and listen attentively to each child's thoughts and emotions. She strives to create a secure environment where children feel safe to explore, awakening their innate curiosity. Cyan is committed to recognizing and nurturing every spark of problem-solving ideas that flashes through their minds, assisting them in bringing those ideas to life.

Cyan firmly believes that genuine love for learning, coupled with confidence and methods for solving problems, forms the essential foundation for children to becoming lifelong learners. This conviction fuels her strong passion for making her classroom engaging, fun, and attractive. Witnessing the curious and sparkling eyes of her students is profoundly important and motivating to her.