Important Notes
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Flu Vaccination is scheduled on Monday, 3 November. If your child has registered for the vaccination, you should have received a message with the details via the ESF app.
School Photographs will take place from Tuesday, 4 November to Thursday, 6 November 2025. Please find the details here.
Horizons Week overseas trips require parents to complete this form no later than today.
October Updates with Mr Bradshaw
October was a wonderful time for strengthening community bonds, celebrating student effort and recognising parent support.
Join Mr Bradshaw in this video for a look at our Diwali Ball, MYP highlights and more.
School Musical Tickets Available
Circle in the Water offers you the chance to be enchanted by this year’s production: Into the Woods Junior—a masterful blend of storytelling, musical theatre vocals and movement, brought to life through a truly inclusive and collaborative effort across the whole school community.
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of creative storytelling. Reserve your tickets early and join us on our enchanting journey, Into the Woods.
Ticketing links: Wednesday, 3 December | Thursday, 4 December
Student: HK$50 | Adult: HK$100
Time: 6pm - 7.30pm
Location: Auditorium, West Island School
Find Your Purpose, Realise Your Potential
First Aid in Sport course, generously sponsored by our PTA, is open to students aged 14 or above and their parents. There are only 16 spots available. Please register via this form before Sunday 30 November, 2025.
WIS Christmas Concert will be held on Wednesday, 10 December 2025. If you would like to participate as a parent performer, please fill out this form to express your interest. If you would like to be a student dancer, please contact Ms Cunliffe.
Weekly Highlights
IGCSE: Highest Marks
IGCSE: Highest Marks
Congratulations to our Year 12 students who achieved outstanding results in the last Year 11 cohort.
Four students achieved the highest marks in the World/Hong Kong SAR China in their Pearson Edexcel I/GCSE exams.
Highest Mark in the World:
Mathematics A - Ashutosh
Further Pure Mathematics - Chun Lam
History - Martha
Highest Mark in Hong Kong SAR China:
Physics - Ashutosh
Art and Design: Fine Art - Joey
Three students achieved Top in Hong Kong in their Cambridge IGCSE exams:
Design & Technology - Emily
Drama - Joel
Physical Education - Téa
IB Learner Profile
IB Learner Profile
Well done to the students who received a Learner Profile postcard delivered last Friday. These postcards are designed to celebrate attributes like caring, open-minded, principled and risk-taker. Our goal is to recognise and encourage the character development that is so crucial for success in school and in life. There are a total of ten to collect. We encourage parents to celebrate with their child if students bring these postcards home during the term.
European Languages Ambassadors
European Languages Ambassadors
Meet our European Languages Ambassadors who are promoting the vibrant cultures and global reach of languages like Spanish and French in the school community. Look out for their two exciting initiatives: a new European Languages Magazine featuring cultural recipes and tips, and a plan to decorate the Languages Corridor with engaging, culturally-rich displays. Let's support their work.
Box of Hope
Box of Hope
The beginning of the collection for this year's Box of Hope has seen hearty and enthusiastic preparation. Your support is heartwarming for children aged 12 to 15 across Asia.
We appreciate the effort students and families have put into selecting and packing items. Please see details here.
A friendly reminder that the donation collection period is until Monday, 10 November.
Sports: Student Athletes
Sports: Student Athletes
Two students from our High Performance Student Athlete Programme (HPSAP) achieved outstanding sporting outcomes.
Double Gold: Fencing
Double Gold: Fencing
Year 12 student Haidi won double gold at the Asian U23 Fencing Championship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She claimed the individual champion title and the team champion title. The team victory was especially historic, as it was the first time a champion was crowned in the women's épée team event at this specific competition.
Team Hong Kong: Equestrian
Team Hong Kong: Equestrian
Anya has been selected for the Hong Kong Equestrian Team’s Youth Squad. She recently took part in the opening event for the Pokfulam Public Riding School. During the event, she attended a press conference and interviews and performed a riding presentation.
Well done to Anya for sharing her passion with the local community.
Mental Health Fundraising
Mental Health Fundraising
October has been a month for promoting mental health awareness!
Our enthusiastic students took part in the poetry competition organised by Mind HK, submitting poems about receiving support and seeking help to overcome challenges. The winners will be announced in the coming weeks.
Mind HK is a mental health non-profit dedicated to improving understanding and access to mental health resources in Hong Kong. When life feels heavy, it's easy to lose sight of the strength we already hold. The 70/30 principle reminds us that while 70% comes from within, sometimes the final 30% - a listener, a friend, a counsellor, a parent, a teacher, a voice that says 'I'm here' - is exactly what we need.
A consideration of contribution through this donation link will help reduce stigma and build a more compassionate community.
PTA Fundraising: Christmas Cards
PTA Fundraising: Christmas Cards
Spread holiday cheer with the PTA's beautiful Christmas cards!
Featuring unique designs, the cards are now available for HK$250 per pack, with discounts offered for multiple purchases. The funds raised will go toward supporting important school initiatives and programmes. Order via this link.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Year 11 Options: 3 November 2025
Year 11 Options: 3 November 2025
We warmly invite Year 11 parents to our Post-16 Options Afternoon to explore options for the IBDP, IBCP, and Engineering Programme. Meet our teachers to discuss course structures and how to best prepare your child for future success in higher education and beyond.
Date: Monday, 3 November 2025
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Location: West Island School
Please find the details in the invitation letter. If you haven't confirmed your attendance, kindly complete the registration through this form.
Parent Yoga: 11 - 12 November 2025
Parent Yoga: 11 - 12 November 2025
Join our parents and staff for a complimentary and uplifting yoga and mindfulness session, hosted by Garima, a WIS parent & yoga instructor, in celebration of WIS Kindness Week.
Session 1: Tuesday 11 November, 7am - 8am at Arena, West Island School
Session 2: Wednesday 12 November, 3.30pm - 4.45pm at MPH, West Island School
There are 40 places in each session, which will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with a list of reserve places if someone drops out.
Please sign up via this link before Friday, 31 October 2025.
School Musical: 3 - 4 December 2025
School Musical: 3 - 4 December 2025
This production of Into the Woods Junior distinguishes itself through its sophisticated use of physical storytelling and a compelling ensemble-driven performance style, where every performer contributes to the enchantment. The narrative unfolds through pitch-perfect vocals, expressive choreography and dynamic interaction, transporting audiences into the rich, fantastical world of the woods.
Perfect for audiences of all ages, Into the Woods invites you to experience a richly physical, vocal ensemble-driven performance that showcases the power of collaboration in creating something truly special.
Ticketing links: Wednesday, 3 December | Thursday, 4 December
Christmas Concert: 10 December 2025
Christmas Concert: 10 December 2025
Join us to celebrate the magic of Christmas through dance, drama, and music! Enjoy live performances and join in the festive spirit with our school community.
Date: Wednesday, 10 December 2025
Time: 6pm
Location: Auditorium, West Island School
Save the date. Ticketing details will be announced in the coming week.
First Aid Course: 24 January 2026
First Aid Course: 24 January 2026
Our PTA is excited to offer an opportunity to participate in a First Aid in Sport course run by Hong Kong China Rugby.
In emergencies—whether at home or on the sports field—it is essential to have someone trained to respond effectively. Immediate first aid can significantly reduce recovery times and can be the difference between temporary and long-term injury or disability.
Students aged 14 or older can attend independently. Parents are welcome to join only if their child is participating.
Date: Saturday, 24 January, 2026
Capacity: 16 participants, first-come, first-served
Location: West Island School
Please register via this form before Sunday, 30 November 2025.
Sports Day: 13 February 2026
Sports Day: 13 February 2026
Sports Day is a celebration of energy and excitement. We invite our students' families to witness the friendly competition and be part of the inter-Dynasty spirit as we create unforgettable moments together.
Date: Friday, 13 February 2026
Location: Wan Chai Sports Ground
Save the date. Details will be announced closer to the event.
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