Year 12

Learn and develop the essential skills for university survival. From wiring a plug to how to scramble an egg, this course has got you covered! 

Based in the fantastic kitchens and facilities at the HKCA, you will learn how to cook cuisine from around the world whilst also developing essential life skills for when you leave home and are living in shared accommodation at university. 

In the spirit of independence, students will make their own way to and from the venue each day. 

Service  provider: Hong Kong Culinary Academy 

Participating in Crossroads is a fantastic opportunity for students to get authentic, hands on service experience. Students will help with the operational running of the centre as well as taking part in simulations that will help students better understand global issues.  As the Chinese proverb puts it: ‘I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.’ 

Please note that Crossroads is closed on Mondays so this trip will run Tuesday-Friday. 

Service Provider: Crossroads Foundation

Get Ready to Tee Off in Paradise!

Join us for an unforgettable golf adventure at the stunning Kau Sai Chau golf course in Sai Kung! This trip is all about sharpening your golf skills while soaking in breathtaking views. You'll hit the driving range, tackle various courses, and learn from top-notch professional golf coaches who will guide you every step of the way.

Hop on our fun-filled bus ride from school to Sai Kung, where excitement awaits on the greens! Whether you're perfecting your swing or building resilience and focus, this trip promises to be a hole-in-one experience!

Don’t miss out on the fun—let’s make some amazing memories on the course!

Service Provider: The Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course 

Ever wondered what the Wilson or Hong Kong trails are? Ever seen the view of Hong Kong from one of its highest peaks? Ever walked the Dragon’s Back? Find out more about your own backyard and how green it really is.

Get outdoors and experience the real gems of Hong Kong. Each day explore a different hike along the many trails this wonderful land has to offer. The hikes will begin gently and become progressively more challenging as you get accustomed to the walks. We will be meeting at different starting points each day, ready to hit the trails.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Packed lunches are needed as well as a charged up Octopus Card to use the public transport as students need to travel independently to and from hike meeting and finishing locations. Please note that the timings for each day will vary depending on the hike. A detailed itinerary will be shared with you nearer the time.

The Hong Kong Award for Young People program includes a series of outdoor adventure activities for students. Participants will first complete a 2 day hike and camping trip from Monday to Tuesday to practice their outdoor skills. They will then attend an in-school training day on Wednesday focused on teamwork, communication and planning. Next, students will embark on another 2 day hike and camp from Thursday to Friday to put their new skills into practice working together as a team in the wilderness. The program aims to develop students' self-reliance, leadership abilities, social skills and environmental awareness through hands-on expedition experience. 

Important information: To participate in HKAYP, you must also commit to HKAYP CAS in term 1 and term 2. Students in Year 10 and above are eligible for the Bronze Award and students in Year 12 and above are eligible for the Silver Award.

Hong Kong Ultimate Fitness is back! Enjoy completing a range of adventurous fitness challenges and activities all around the territory. From exploring HK's running trails, working with elite fitness trainers and yoga instructors in their private, well equipped facilities and exploring new parts of Hong Kong, this trip has it all. 

Please note that the meeting point will vary each day and your child will need to independently take public transport. 

Students will join a thriving jewellery community for a week and learn about jewellery making from a beginner level, or expand their skills if they have prior experience. Students will develop techniques used by professionals and discover their unique creativity. Students will create a piece of silver jewellery and a collection of copper jewellery. 

Service provider: Hatton Jewellery Institute 

Get ready for an adventure that connects you with nature like never before! Dive into the excitement of exploring how small actions can create big waves of change for our environment. Students will roll up their sleeves to create organic products and dive into sustainable farming practices.

Enjoy thrilling hikes through the beautiful habitats of the New Territories, and immerse yourself in a delightful tea ceremony. Plus, every day, you’ll feast on a delicious vegetarian lunch that fuels your adventures. Let’s make a splash for sustainability together!

Service provider: Kadoorie Farm

Led by Georgina from Image Box Photography, the week will consist of understanding where influences come from, how ideas form and how photographers get to the final image. The students will start to create their own stories and bodies of work through the lens, eventually working toward a final piece to display and discuss. You will see the students research and experiment with photography, creativity and find  influences, unfolding through a sketch book of ideas.

The course will have support booklets to refer to throughout and at later dates when the student wants to strengthen their new found skill.

Technical knowledge of the cameras working will cover shutter speed, iso, aperture, light metering, lenses and how shape, colour, mood, story and relevance of subjects create images. The workshop will cover the main elements of photography needed to gain the knowledge of a photographers working world, from ideas and influences to technical knowledge, to discussions of each other’s work, through to framing their own piece and presenting it at an exhibition. 

Service provider: Imagebox

During this activity, students will be based at the Sunroom Studio in Peng Chau and learn how to use the wheel. You will learn how to work with clay and then start to mould  your creations. Every day you will take the ferry to beautiful Peng Chau and work alongside others in a beautiful rural setting. At the end of the week you will fire your creations to be able to keep them forever. Please note, this course runs from 9-3pm each day apart from Friday which finishes at 1.30pm.

Service provider: Sunroom Studio 

Get an alternative perspective on school life by going from student to teacher! This is an opportunity to participate in direct service by supporting student learning in the classroom. You will work with an experienced class teacher in an ESF primary school to support students. This is suitable for students who are flexible, reflective and willing to take instructions to ensure the best learning experience possible for the children. You will need a high level of maturity to participate in this experience and must be committed and reliable. 

Please note that no WIS teacher will be on-site during this activity and you will report to the Vice Principal in charge at the primary school.

There are limited spaces available: students must be willing to attend the school they are allocated which may not be their nearest school.

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure supporting the vibrant animal community of Hong Kong! Dive into hands-on activities that include dog walking, laundry, and cleaning the dogs' enclosures—all while helping the furry residents of the Centre. You’ll be a vital part of their daily care and upkeep!

Check out the photos and videos to see the fun responsibilities you’ll tackle throughout the week. Plus, enjoy a scenic bus ride to and from Sai Kung each day, making every moment of this journey a chance to connect with animals and fellow students. Join us for a pawsitively amazing experience!

Service provider: Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation 

Have you ever tried your hand at wakeboarding? Love adventure? Then this is the trip for you! Students will participate in a range of watersports activities including SUP, kayaking, surfing, dragon boating and wakeboarding. On the final day, students will also give back to the local community by participating in a beach clean. This is a fun opportunity to try new activities with friends. 

Service provider: Blue Sky Sports 

Participating in Year 7 camp as a student camp leader is guaranteed to be a memorable experience as well as a valuable opportunity to develop leadership skills. 

Students will be allocated a group of students to work with and will support The Hutong and WIS staff in facilitating a fantastic experience for our Year 7 students. Being a Year 7 camp leader is a great responsibility as you will be a role model for our youngest students. 

This role is suited to energetic, organised and enthusiastic students who would like some leadership responsibility. Students will need to submit a short application to express their interest in this role.

More details about the week are available on the Year 7 page of this website.