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Dear Parents,
It was wonderful to welcome so many of you on Friday for our Keystage 3 Showcase last week. Seeing parents' step into their children’s seats and be taught by them was both inspiring and important—these moments strengthen the connection between home and school and deepen your understanding of your child’s learning.
Thank you to all who have already signed up for International Day. If you haven’t yet, there is still time—this is a vibrant celebration of our diverse community, and your involvement makes it truly special for our students. If you would like to host a table, please sign here.
We also celebrated our Year 13 Graduation, marking a significant milestone for the Class of 2026. Thank you to Katie Iveri, New York Law School graduate, Director of the Capital Markets Consulting Practice at a global financial firm, and NAIS HK parent, for her inspiring words, and to our Sixth Form and Marketing team for such a memorable event.
Today, our staff are focusing on how we can use AI tools to enhance teaching and learning, supporting students to think more critically, work more efficiently, and engage more deeply with their studies. Alongside this, we are beginning to explore a new platform, Toddle, which will be introduced gradually, with further information shared in Term 2 next year.
It was wonderful to see so many of our families on campus last Friday for our KS3 Summer Showcase. This important event reflected research that suggested students showcasing their work to parents improves attainment, increases student motivation, and boosts confidence in students across the school.
Thank you to all those that took part and we hope you gained a great deal from the experience and enjoyed sharing in your child’s learning experience. Please leave us feedback on the event by clicking here.
Upcoming International Day (12th June) - Calling all parent volunteers!
We are delighted to share that our Secondary School International Day will be celebrated on Friday 12th June. This important day is always a highlight in our school calendar and celebrates the diverse cultures of our students, staff, and parents that make our school so special. Thank you in advance to our PTA and parent volunteers who have already signed up to host a table at the event. If you are able and would like to volunteer to support a table at the event, please complete this Form. Your time would be very much appreciated! More information will be shared via email this week, however, please note that students are encouraged to wear national dress or clothing in the colours of their national flag on Friday 12th June.
On Wednesday the 20th of May, four of our Key Stage 3 students travelled to French International School to participate in the English Battle of the Books competition. Teams that compete are usually between 6 - 12 students, so our team of Sanvi M, Lenna H, Aarav G and Ryan L was small but mighty. The NAIS HK team showed great teamwork, bravery and dedication as they competed against the other schools in their division, placing fourth overall with a total of 43 points - well done to our BOB team!
🏆 Health in Action Week – Celebrating Our Students
A big thank you to all students who participated in Health in Action Week (18th–22nd May), our student-led initiative in response to the 79th World Health Assembly.
Students learnt about local and global healthcare, explored healthy eating through the lunchbox competition, and expressed creativity through art. We also enjoyed a fantastic, green-themed Dress Down Day in support of Mental Health Awareness Month, raising funds for the HK Hospital Authority Charitable Foundation.
📝 Health Quiz
Students tested their knowledge of local and global health through an online quiz covering topics such as Hong Kong's public healthcare system, mental health support, food safety, disease prevention, and humanitarian crises. The quiz was timed at 15 minutes, and questions were based on research conducted by the Student Wellbeing Committee.
We are incredibly proud of the following students who achieved a perfect score of 15/15:
Yash J | Jacob C | Sihoon O | Arjun C | Vitus C | Hugh L | Mason K
A special mention goes to Arjun C, who completed the quiz in the shortest time with a flawless score – impressive work!
🎨 Paper Plate Painting
During the KS3 lunch break, students explored the NHS Eatwell Guide – a visual model showing how to achieve a balanced diet through five food groups (fruits and vegetables, starchy carbohydrates, proteins, dairy, and oils/spreads). Using paper plates as their canvas, students creatively illustrated what a healthy, balanced meal looks like.
Congratulations to the winners:
Thank you for supporting your children in making health, wellbeing, and global awareness a priority at school.
Warm regards,
The Student Wellbeing Committee
On Wednesday 29th May we enjoyed celebrating the Year 13 IB graduation with students, their families and teachers.
In his speech, Mr Richardson implored our class of 2026 to focus not on what they hope to achieve but who they want to be. Mrs Thorndike also read a poem about the Year 13s time at NAIS HK highlighting the memories students had created and the lifelong relationships formed.
The ceremony was filled with emotion as we all reflected on our students' time at NAIS Hong Kong with many of the Class of 2026 having studied at the school since we opened in 2014.
Another very special moment was when our students thanked their families in their first language or mother-tongue.
The ceremony also included two inspiring speeches from our Valedictorian, Bona H and Student Ambassador, Aarshi G.
Congratulations to our graduating class of 2026! You have truly left a legacy!
Enrichment Week Sign-ups
We’re so excited to share that Enrichment Week is just around the corner, and it’s going to be an unforgettable experience for our students! Please take a moment to review the brochure with your child and explore all the amazing opportunities on offer.
Once you're ready, simply head to the link below which will guide you to SchoolsBuddy to complete the sign up process. A quick reminder that sign ups close on Wednesday 3rd June at 4:00pm, so don’t miss out on the chance for your child to take part in this special week of adventure and discovery. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Enrichment Team at SecondaryEnrichment@NAIS.HK.
We can’t wait to see everyone get involved!
LINK to Brochure.
LINK to Sign-up on SchoolsBuddy.
ECAs Ending for the Year
A quick note that teacher-led ECAs have now concluded for the year. If your child is enrolled in a paid provider ECA, please contact the provider directly to confirm their specific end date, as these differ from one provider to another.
Students from Years 7, 8 & 9, who have signed up to participate should make their own way to the Kwun Tong Swimming Pool for 8.30am, where they will be registered before the start of the gala. For students who take the morning bus into school, there will be a drop off at the school campus and will need to walk to the swimming pool to be registered.
At 2.45pm, once the swimming gala is finished, students will be dismissed from the pool to go home directly.
Students not participating should attend school as usual.
Key information about the Swimming Gala
The closest MTR station is Kwun Tong. The Swimming Pool is about a 5-minute walk from Exit D1. Please note there is no parking at the Swimming Pool.
Students should wear their PE kit shorts with House top for the day and are advised to bring the following:
We recommend students to lock their valuables away for the day or do not bring them to the swimming pool on the day. They are responsible for all their belongings in the stands for the day.
We look forward to seeing the students competing in what I am sure will be a fantastic day!
Over the past few weeks, we have held some incredible House competitions and challenges, with many of them student led!
House Spelling Bee
I am delighted to share the highlights from our thrilling House Friday Spelling Bee! After 14 gripping rounds filled with challenging words, our students showcased not only their spelling skills but also their determination, focus, and resilience.
The competition featured some of the trickiest words in the English language – from 'acquire' and 'embarrass' to 'maintenance,' 'parallel,' 'vacuum,' and even 'xylophone.' Each round tested the participants’ knowledge and composure, making the event both exciting and inspiring.
Congratulations to our winners:
House Results: Caernarfon – 43 points (Winner)
Sandringham – 31 points (2nd Place)
Balmoral – 23 points (3rd Place)
Windsor – 11 points (4th Place)
This event was solely student-organised and brilliantly led by Aarav in 7A (Balmoral). A huge thank you to all who helped and cheered on their House with kindness and respect. We are grateful to everyone who participated, showcasing our school values of courage and ambition throughout the competition.
The atmosphere was electric, with every participant contributing to their House’s success. It was wonderful to see students embrace the challenge, cheer each other on, and celebrate the joy of language. We are proud of all our spellers for their courage and effort. The Spelling Bee was not just a contest, but a celebration of learning, teamwork, and youthful energy.
Here are the total results from these events:
Congratulations for an incredible win Caernarfon!
Match reports
U12 Boys Football
Our U12 boys football team played Stamford American school at King’s Park on a hot and sweaty afternoon last Thursday.
Closely following the league table and Mo storing the results from other games, the team knew they needed to put in a performance and get a result to help make the play-offs a reality.
A positive start early on saw the team go 1-0 up within the first 5 mins. Positive attacking play with and discipline in defence meant Jonas in goal was almost a spectator in the first half. The Stamford goalkeeper however was kept busy and even relied upon the cross bar to keep the score down. The only thing missing was a wonder goal - Ethan smashing the ball against the bar from distance and great link up play between Davis and Evan almost made it happen. The second half continued in similar fashion with team dominating and almost all play in the attacking half - only a breakaway goal from the opposition in the last few minutes to score was to show for Stamford’s efforts.
A fine squad performance with every player contributing meant a 7-1 victory was secured.
Looking Ahead – Key Calendar Dates:
Best Regards,
Fiona Forndike
Head of Secondary