The Week Ahead

As we move towards the summer vacation, our Year 9 students will be turning their attention to the IGCSE programme of study in Year 10. The IGCSEs are an international certificate of education that starts the academic pathway towards life at university. Whilst this is still four years away for our oldest students, it is appropriate we start thinking through the planning process now. Over the course of this year, the Senior School leadership team have been giving advice to students on how to ‘gain an edge’ to their university applications. In summary, here are our tips:

Enter competitions

 

Win or lose, this shows you are attempting to challenge yourself and increase your subject knowledge or skill set. For example, you can prove either your writing ability or creativity by submitting your work to www.inkbeat.me

Study extra short courses online

 

There are hundred of short courses online. www.futurelearn.com is run by the British Council and offers short, free courses in many subjects. Open access modules from US universities can also help if you are applying for a subject that is not offered at your school such as veterinary science, advertising or management studies.

Listen to talks, debates, conference, and webinars

 

Take all opportunities to learn from experts in your chosen field. You never know when you will encounter someone or something that will inspire you to read further and develop your ideas beyond the curriculum.

Find work experience/volunteer

 

Work experience or volunteering is becoming increasingly valued by universities because it shows teamwork, leadership, and wider life experience. It can be difficult, but if you can shadow an expert in your chosen field, at any level, it will make your applications shine.

Attend a summer school

 

It is not easy to go abroad for summer schools this year, however, there are some great options in China, including a fantastic summer school for 14+ years olds at UNNC, where you can study STEM or business and social science in an immersive English environment.

To quote Elizabeth Warren – US Senator and former law professor; “A good education is a foundation for a better future”. 

Philip Stainton

Deputy Head Senior School

In china, next week is mental health awareness. This week highlights the importance of normalising the conversations we should all have surrounding our wellbeing and mental health.

Recent research has found a link between feeling connected to nature and having improved wellbeing. Getting outside, being active and enjoying the company of family and friends can help develop a more positive attitude.

At Wellington, we pride ourselves on being forward thinking in our approach to ensuring the wellbeing of our pupils through our curriculum. The wellbeing curriculum at Wellington is a core area of our education across the primary school aiming to develop our pupils holistically. The programme itself is based on three core themes:

We believe It is so important to keep the focus on mental health and wellbeing throughout the school year to ensure our children develop the emotional resilience as well as the academic skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Megan Gallacher

Assistant Head of Primary School

Pupils in Years 1-4 continued developing their fundamental movement skills of throwing, catching, striking and agility with a range of fun activities.

Pupils in Years 5-6 continued working on tennis skills and many of them are now able to use the correct technique when rallying. Some are even able to volley the ball and beginning to serve accurately.

Students in Years 7-9 were introduced to volleyball with a basic version of the game, challenging them to move on the volleyball court, catch balls and throw them over the net. As these skills progress we will move to more advanced skills such as setting, the forearm pass and serving. 

The Wellington College International Hangzhou netball team played King’s college on Thursday afternoon. I am proud of the students commitment to the team and their efforts. We look forward to future competitions.

Timothy Schulze

Head of PE

Music, once admitted to the soul, becomes a sort of spirit and never dies.

 

- Edward Bulwer-Lytton

Our first ever musical is taking shape. We are so fortunate to have a fantastic team working towards offering our students the best experience in musical production. 

Wellington students are managing the lighting and sound system and props and backstage. All Year 3 pupils are taking part as Fossa, and the very talented Daniel will play King Julien. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Friends of Wellington who are actively supporting our production.

Kind reminder that the Summer Carnival is taking place next Saturday 29th May. Music and dance performances will be taking place on the main stage from 11.00am to 4.00pm. Come and support our fellow Wellingtonians.

Alejandro Montoya

Director of Performing Arts