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Cathy Braithwaite appointed as Founding Head of YK Pao School Hong Kong

Lead Author
Perrett Laver
Published
03 Dec 2025
Industry
School & Education Organisation
Location
Hong Kong

YK Pao School Hong Kong appoints Cathy Braithwaite as Founding Head

This appointment marks the next step in realising a visionary educational project that will weave together the rich tapestry of Chinese heritage with a forward-thinking global perspective.

For the past 27 years, Cathy Braithwaite has been shaping the landscape of education in the UK, most recently as Head of Gresham’s Prep School in Norfolk, recently named Best Public School at the Tatler School Awards 2026. Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that true education nurtures the whole child—mind, character, and spirit. Cathy was selected as a leader of the education sector to participate in the first cohort attending the University of Cambridge’s prestigious Better Futures Programme. She has played important roles as an Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and District Secretary for the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS).

I am profoundly honoured to be entrusted with the founding of YK Pao School Hong Kong. This is more than a school; it is a promise to build a community where ambition is guided by values, and where Chinese culture is honoured within a vibrant international context.

Cathy Braithwaite

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We connect influential organisations with dynamic leaders who share common values and visions for the future.Our deep understanding of each client’s values and culture ensures we find candidates from diverse sources who bring fresh perspectives and real impact.