Announcements and Reminders
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The Evening of Dance and Theatre will take place on Wednesday, 18 March, at 6pm. The event will feature work by our dance, theatre and CAS students. This evening is a wonderful opportunity for families and the school community to see the hard work and creative efforts our students have put into their studio practice. Please complete this form to confirm your attendance. We look forward to seeing you there.
ESF Stakeholder Survey collects invaluable feedback from parents and students. Please share your honest views to help us drive future improvements. You can choose to remain anonymous. The survey closes on Friday, 13 March. Please find the survey link in your inbox and complete it before then.
Monday, 9 March is a staff CPD day; there will be no school for students on this day.
Find Your Purpose, Realise Your Potential
Musical Falling Awake is an opportunity offered by the Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation (HKYAF) for young performers aged 10 to 25. If you love to express yourself creatively and gain valuable performance experience, please check out the audition details in this link.
Hong Kong Mathematics Kangaroo Contest will take place in D800 on Tuesday, 24 March, starting at 3.10pm. Please log in to your student account and complete this form if you would like to participate. Details and past papers are available on this website.
PTA Invitation: WIS Bazaar - 14 March, 11am - 4pm
Your family time at the WIS Bazaar is only a week away! While we count down to welcome you, our PTA has curated a list of opportunities you won't want to miss.
Yoga sessions are finally announced. They will be held in the G&A area, so secure your spot through the ticketing link before they sell out.
Active & Energising: 11.30am - 12.30pm
Winding Down, Soothing & Relax: 2pm - 3pm
New for 2026: The WIS-hing Tree offers opportunities for attendees to enjoy a new experience or learn a new skill. Parents, students and alumni can grow the WIS-hing Tree by donating time and expertise to host a session. Please use this form to view examples or to contribute.
Parent volunteers will play a crucial role in making this event a memorable experience for our school community. Volunteer opportunities are still available. If you’d like to help, please sign up using this form.
Design Technology and Art Exhibitions will be available for families to explore student innovation and creative work from Years 7–13.
Design Technology: 6/F B Block
Art Exhibition: 6/F D Block
DT Exhibition_WIS Bazaar 2026.pdfFor more details, please view the WIS Bazaar 2026 Information Pack or contact our PTA at pta@wis.edu.hk.
Weekly Highlights
WIS at Francophonie Festival
WIS at Francophonie Festival
On Wednesday, our Year 12 IB French students attended the opening ceremony to kick off Francophonie 2026 at the Hong Kong Central Library. Our students honed their advanced listening skills by navigating professional French registers and complex cultural themes. The day concluded with a social lunch, where students put their speaking skills to the test in a relaxed, authentic setting.
We look forward to our WIS Francophone Week from 16 to 20 March.
Year 12 IBDP Chemistry
Year 12 IBDP Chemistry
On Wednesday, our Year 12 IBDP Chemistry students witnessed the dramatic "whoosh bottle” demonstration, showcasing the rapid energy release when ethanol fuel combusts. The experiment brought classroom theory to life, sparking discussion on fuels, energy transfer, and the science behind everyday energy sources.
Sustainability in Action
Sustainability in Action
Certified Carbon Literate
Certified Carbon Literate
Year 12 students, Lulu, Zoe O'D and Zoe B, recently completed a Carbon Literacy course, becoming officially certified as Carbon Literate. We are incredibly proud of them for taking this proactive step to explore environmental issues beyond the classroom.
WIS at ESF ESG Symposium
WIS at ESF ESG Symposium
Eight WISustain students from Years 7, 9, and 11 recently participated in the ESF ESG Symposium hosted by Sha Tin College.
This was a fantastic opportunity for our learners to deepen their understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles while collaborating on ideas for a more sustainable future. Beyond the environmental focus, the event allowed students to sharpen their leadership and communication skills in a professional setting.
Looking ahead, WISustain will lead the charge in exploring how we, as a whole school community, can continue to build a more sustainable environment.
Fast Fashion Workshop
Fast Fashion Workshop
On Wednesday, our students brought old clothing into the Fashion & Textiles space and transformed it into bags. Well done to our fashionistas for embracing the practice of sustainability.
Visual Arts: Alumna Visit
Visual Arts: Alumna Visit
Recently, our Class of 2015 alumna Mia Upton, an established sustainable textile designer, returned to campus. Mia graduated from the Royal College of Art with a Master of Arts in Textiles, and she has since built a career centered on innovative, eco-conscious design and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Students enthusiastic about Visual Arts, Fashion, and Textiles gathered in our studio to hear about Mia’s journey into the global design scene. During her visit, she shared how her time at our school laid the foundation for her creative path, inspiring our current students to explore the intersection of artistry and materiality.
Check out our recent video to find out how enthusiastic our students are in the Visual Arts learning space.
Sports
Sports
HKSSF Cross Country Championships
HKSSF Cross Country Championships
Our WIS runners competed really well against the best running schools in Hong Kong at Tuesday's HKSSF Cross Country championships.
Competing in the elite HKSSF Division 1, West Island School’s performance should be viewed in the context of the highest level of youth cross country in Hong Kong. WIS achieved an outstanding result as the highest-ranked international school, surpassed only by large prestigious local schools that offer specialised sports scholarships.
Several runners ran course personal bests, rewarding themselves for effective training, and the overall team results showcase the depth of our running. As always, the team morale was exceptional, supporting each other and demanding high standards.
Girls:
Overall - 4th
C Grade - 5th
B Grade - 3rd
A Grade - 3rd
Boys:
Overall - 3rd
C Grade - 5th
B Grade - 3rd
A Grade - 5th
Both our Boys and Girls Teams have qualified for the upcoming Jing Ying Competition.
Top 10 Individuals:
Girls B Grade - Ellie (Year 10), 6th
Girls A Grade - Emily (12E), 1st
Boys C Grade - Raef (Year 9), 4th; Lucas (Year 9), 5th
Boys B Grade - Ilias (Year 11), 3rd; Chenchen (Year 11), 4th
Badminton: C Grade Girls
Badminton: C Grade Girls
Our C Grade Girls secured a dominant 3-0 victory in their Badminton matches. Well done to the teams.
Netball: U12 Girls
Netball: U12 Girls
In their first fixture of the Lunar New Year, our U12 Girls delivered a strong performance in a closely contested 14-14 draw.
Student Athletes
Student Athletes
Year 12 student Téa and Year 11 student Ines participated in the Netball Hong Kong, China U21 Development tour to Australia. Téa and Ines demonstrated great courage on and off the court.
Quick links for your bookmarks: Sports Website | Sports Guide | WIS Sports Live
CAS Corner: What's my Story
CAS Corner: What's my Story
A group of CAS students, working alongside WIS alumni and staff, has been continuing a podcast series titled 'What's My Story'. This latest release spotlights Mr Tasker, our I&S Teacher and WIS alumus.
Listen to interview to hear how Mr Tasker was inspired by his favourite sport - rugby.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
WIS Bazaar: 14 March
WIS Bazaar: 14 March
Get ready for our PTA’s largest annual event: WIS Bazaar 2026!
Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026
Time: 11am - 4pm
Location: West Island School
Highlights of the Event:
Games & Activities (3/F, Atrium & Sports Hall)
Live Performances & Film Festival (3/F Atrium & Auditorium)
International Food & Drinks (5/F, Sundeck & 4F WISACCINO)
Student Stalls (5/F, Cage)
Commercial Stalls (3/F, MPH)
Zen Zone (5/F, G&A Area)
Art Exhibitions (6/F Block D, Visual Arts Space)
Technology Exhibition (6/F, Block B, Technology Studio)
This information pack contains everything you need to know for next Saturday. We look forward to seeing you at the school—come join the fun and find out more!
WIS Bazaar 2026 Information Pack.pdfEvening of Dance & Theatre: 18 March
Evening of Dance & Theatre: 18 March
The Evening of Dance and Theatre will feature work from students who study and participate in Dance and Theatre at West Island School. This evening is a wonderful opportunity for families and the school community to see the hard work and creative efforts our students have put into their studio practice.
Date: Wednesday, 18 March
Time: 6pm
Location: Auditorium, 3/F, West Island School
Please complete this form to confirm your attendance. We look forward to seeing you there.
Year 13 Exhibition Opening: 20 March
Year 13 Exhibition Opening: 20 March
Beyond Visual Arts, our Year 13 students will also be showcasing their innovative work from Digital Design and Multimedia Production at their upcoming exhibition. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their final learning outcomes and the high level of creativity they have achieved. Please be sure to stop by and be inspired by their talent at our exhibition opening.
Date: Friday, 20 March
Time: 5 - 7pm
Location: Auditorium, West Island School
Year 13 Graduation: 16 April
Year 13 Graduation: 16 April
As our Year 13 students prepare for their next chapters, we invite their families to save the date for a special ceremony marking their incredible journey at West Island School.
Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026
Time: 10am
Location: West Island School
Year 13 students will attend their Formal Evening on Thursday, 21 May, at 6pm. Further details will follow.
Year 11 Celebration: 16 April
Year 11 Celebration: 16 April
Year 11 Celebration
We invite families to campus to celebrate the Pre-16 journey of our Year 11 students. Please save the date and join us as we mark this significant milestone.
Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026
Time: 5pm
Location: West Island School
Year 11 Formal Evening
Year 11 students will attend their Formal Evening on Tuesday, 16 June, at 6.30pm. We look forward to cheering them on.
Please find the details in this letter and sign up here by Friday, 13 March.
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