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Wellington College International Hangzhou (杭州惠灵顿外籍人员子女学校) officially opens its doors to pupils in September 2018, offering a world-class international education for children of expatriate families from the ages of 5 to 18. In Pre-Prep and Prep-School, the College follows the English National Curriculum, which is enhanced through the cross-curricula International Primary Curriculum. In Senior School, pupils will complete the IGCSE and then choose to follow either the IB Diploma Programme or A Levels, depending on their needs. As with all Wellington College schools, the Wellington Values and Identities form the core of the holistic education provided by Wellington College International Hangzhou.

Wellington College has developed a reputation for high academic results and a wide-variety of co-curricular opportunities, coupled with a strong pastoral care and wellbeing programme. In 2006, Wellington College in England introduced wellbeing as a core subject, a tradition continued in Hangzhou. This well-rounded approach to the overall development of pupils forms the core of the unique Wellington approach to holistic education.

 Campus and Facilities 

Wellington College’s tradition is to provide challenging, invigorating and enjoyable learning opportunities, featuring academic excellence and a wide range of co-curricular activities such as sport, arts and music. Wellington College International Hangzhou can afford pupils access to these opportunities through the world-class facilities that it boasts. The Wellington College Hangzhou campus covers over 74,000 square metres and comprises state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to rival top international schools around the globe. While the appearance and design of the building are inspired by the distinctive architecture at the Wellington College in England; inside, like in England, the buildings reveal the very best standards in 21st century education.

The science laboratories, the art rooms and the design technology suites are designed, first and foremost, to encourage an enjoyment in both practical and theoretical work. They also provide that extra level of creativity and ambition that great scientists, artists and designers strive for and achieve.

Sport is another major Wellington priority. The facilities here are second to none, with a 1,500 square metre sports hall, standard football pitch, 400-metre all-weather synthetic running track, basketball and badminton courts, and two swimming pools, including a 25 metre, six-lane competition pool with Colorado competition timing system.

In addition to boasting excellent sports facilities, the College’s Performing Arts Centre caters for Wellington’s musicians, dancers and thespians. The 560-seat Wellington College Hangzhou Grand Theatre boasts world-class audio-visual equipment and orchestra lift. The theatre is supported by dedicated practice rooms, several dance studios, the Black Box theatre for rehearsals, 12 sound-proof music rehearsal rooms and more.

Few schools in the world are blessed with the resources available at Wellington College International Hangzhou; all designed to support a wide-ranging co-curricular activities programme, both after school and at weekends. Co-curricular Activities and Wellington Academy Programme 

Wellington College Hangzhou runs co-curricular activities (CCAs) as a core element of the curriculum that supports the exploration of pupils’ individual interests. These CCAs involve an impressive array of activities utilising the talents of staff and pupils alike. CCAs provide an exciting opportunity for pupils to explore new interests and develop their skills. As each activity has a variety of age groups, this time allows Wellingtonians to connect with other pupils across the College.

An additional opportunity to explore a holistic range of interests comes from the Wellington Academy Programme. The Academy is separate from the CCA programme and provides a specialised training environment for children who wish to take their skills to a more elite level. Run by Carlton Palmer, ex-Premier League footballer, the Academy provides a fantastic opportunity for Wellington College pupils and children from the wider Hangzhou community to be taught by coaches and teachers with incredible experience and expertise.

 Pastoral Care and Wellbeing Programme 

Pastoral care is central to the College’s ethos; influencing every aspect of our role as educators and the developmental process of the pupils in our care. In keeping with tradition from Wellington College in England, the House system provides a central pillar through which pastoral care is organised, ensuring that Wellingtonians become crucial members of a team from the moment they join the College. Over the course of the year, House-based competitions and events bring Wellingtonians together, not just in their Houses and across year groups, but in a wider sense, involving the whole community. In addition, the pastoral care programme involves House Tutors, Support Teachers, Special Educational Needs staff, Homeroom teachers and more; all guided and organised by the Head of Pastoral Care to ensure that every child is treated as an individual, and receives an education tailored to their needs. The pastoral care programme, coupled with our wellbeing lessons and approach to learning that embodies the Wellington Values and Identity, provides a healthy and stimulating environment where every child will have a sense of belonging and fulfilment.

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