Secondary Campus Weekly Update 12 Jan 2026

Dear Parents,

Happy New Year and welcome to 2026!

We are excited to begin Term 2, a pivotal period for our students. Year 11 embarks on their mock examinations, while Year 13 students continue with their university applications and interviews — always an exciting yet demanding time of year.

To support all students, we are launching our Futures PSHCE Programme every Wednesday, focusing on wellbeing and equipping students with the skills to navigate adolescence with confidence and resilience.

Our Enrichment Programme also continues to offer valuable experiences beyond the classroom as we prepare for the Nord Anglia Tanzania Expedition, where students will take part in community projects and outdoor learning designed to build leadership and global citizenship. In addition, students from various year groups are proudly representing our school at the FOBISIA Swimming Division 2 Championship in Thanyapura, Phuket, Thailand. We wish them every success!

We look forward to a rewarding term ahead as we also come together to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year — embracing the energy, spirit, and forward momentum of the Year of the Horse as we inspire our students to keep striving towards their goals.

PSHCE at NAIS HK

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) program for students in Years 7 to 11, starting this Wednesday! This important initiative will take place during Period 1 in Tutor Groups, fostering a supportive environment for our students.

The program is designed to cover a wealth of topics aimed at promoting the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of our students. This term, each year group will focus on specific themes: Year 7 will explore "Understanding Stress and Anxiety," Year 8 will delve into "Stress and Relaxation," Year 9 will focus on "Supporting Your Mental Health," Year 10 will learn about "Building Resilience," and Year 11 will tackle "Managing Exam Stress."

All lessons will align with the CASEL competencies and connect to our school values, ensuring a comprehensive and meaningful learning experience. We look forward to engaging your children in these vital discussions!

Welcome to NAIS Hong Kong: Woojin Chang

We are excited to welcome and introduce Woojin Chang, our new University and Careers Advisor at NAIS Hong Kong, who joins us with a wealth of experience and a passion for supporting students in their future endeavours.

Woojin's impressive background includes roles as an academic counselor at prestigious international schools in Mainland China, Macau, and Singapore, as well as serving as the Associate Director of Admissions at the Savannah College of Art and Design. His diverse experience spans various sectors, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of academic pathways and career opportunities.

Woojin is passionate about connecting with students and their families, and he is dedicated to offering personalised support, helping each student find their best-fit university and career path. We look forward to the positive impact Woojin will have on our community!

Year 11 Mock Updates/Final Information – Lisa Curley

Dear Parents,

Welcome back and I hope you had a wonderful break. Just a reminder of the key information for the Year 11 Mock Examinations.

Dates: Monday 12th January 2026 to Friday 23rd January 2026 inclusive.

The information pertaining to the mocks (including the timetable) can be found on the following Firefly page: https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/2/atp-safelinks.html

Please see below the key pieces of information:

• Arrival Time: Students are required to arrive at school 30 minutes prior to their examination and must sign in at the security desk upon arrival. Once signed in, students should meet at the canteen.
• Uniform: Full winter uniform is mandatory. Students may take off their ties once they are in the examination room.
• Identification: Please ensure your child has their orange NAIS HK lanyard and student ID card, as these are required for entry.
• Stationery: All stationery must be kept in a clear pencil case, and water bottles should also be transparent.
• Prohibited Items: Phones and smart watches are not allowed in the examination rooms.
• On-Campus Support: Students are welcome to stay on campus between exams, and study rooms will be provided for their use.
• Lunch: Should a student be required to stay on site during the lunch hours, students are free to have lunch on site if ordering from the canteen or can sign-out as usual for lunch at the security desk. Students must ensure they return on time (30 minutes in advance) for their afternoon examinations.
• Departure: All students should sign-out at security when departing after their last exam of the day. Students should not remain on site if they are not required to.

Upcoming Year 9 Pathways Discovery Event (Thursday 5th February) - Mr Ryan:

Dear Parents, I hope you’ve all had a wonderful and relaxing winter break. We are all very excited to commence Term 2 here at NAIS HK and continue supporting the Year 9 students in their IGCSE subject selection journey!

On Thursday 5th February we will host the Year 9 Pathways Discovery Event, which will take place on campus between 17:00-18:00pm. As much of the practical information relating to IGCSEs has already been distributed and is available to you, the focus of this event is to give you an opportunity to meet with the various Heads of Departments and learn more about the specific subject areas, what they entail at IGCSE level and will be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have to specific subject leads. A sign-up link will be shared with you shortly via email. It promises to be a very productive evening, and we look forward to seeing you there.

Looking Ahead

• Monday 12th – Friday 23rd January – Year 11 Mock Examinations
• Tuesday 20th – Thursday 29th January – Tanzania Trip
• Wednesday 28th January – Year 9 Parents’ Evening
• Thursday 5th February – Year 9 Pathways Discovery Event @ 17:00 – 18:00pm. (Updated date)
• Monday 16th to Friday 20th February – School Closed for Chinese New Year
• Wednesday 25th February – Year 11 and Year 13 Parents’ Evening
• Thursday 5th March – Friday 6th March – Secondary School Production

Best regards,

Fiona Thorndike
Head of Secondary