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Page 1: Shanghai | Wellington College International Shanghai Information Booklet 2015
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Page 3: Shanghai | Wellington College International Shanghai Information Booklet 2015

missionWellington College welcomes families from all nationalities, offering a curriculum rooted in the

very best of British education within the context of an international community. The College

embraces the best teaching and learning practices drawn from all over the native English-speaking

world and our host country China, thus creating a truly international learning experience for all

pupils.

Our mission and values at Wellington College International Shanghai are based on the

fundamental belief that all pupils can achieve, succeed and thrive – it is the mission of everybody

at this College to ensure that we provide every opportunity for this to happen for all of our

pupils. In realising this mission, we recognise that, while a pupil’s academic performance is always

central, the building of responsibility, respect for others and self-esteem, so vital for success in

adulthood, comes equally from participation in the many other areas of school life.

Our aim at Wellington is to be the leading international, coeducational, day and boarding,

school in China with a reputation centred on academic excellence, internationalism, leadership,

responsibility, service to others, outstanding pastoral provision and extra-curricular education.

We have created an invigorating, challenging and enjoyable environment at the College, which

opens the minds and hearts of our pupils, teachers, parents and all members of our wider

community. We provide a transformative experience, equipping pupils with the personal self-

discipline, integrity, responsibility, leadership and adaptability to face the demands of a rapidly

changing world. Amongst our pupils we foster an appreciation and respect for all cultures, and in

particular for those of our host country. We ensure that each pupil comes to understand that

serving and caring for others provides the highest rewards in life and the greatest likelihood of

long-term happiness and fulfilment.

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We have created here in Shanghai an educational environment for both boarders and day

pupils, which offers the very best in schooling for children aged from three years to eighteen

years: a school of commitment, responsibility, enthusiasm, teamwork and leadership. Perhaps

most important of all, we want our pupils to develop a genuine love of learning, leading to a

personally-fulfilled, socially-engaged and professionally-successful life.

In design and appearance, our world-class facilities reflect the distinctive classical style of our

partner school, the highly prestigious Wellington College in the UK. The buildings are set

amidst one of the largest and most attractive campuses in the world. Indeed the moment you

enter Wellington you will feel that this is something different in global education.

When you choose Wellington College, you will enter Shanghai’s most forward-thinking and

innovative school. Few schools, anywhere in the world, possess the heritage of the tight-knit

Wellington community of schools. The first Chinese Wellington opened its doors in Tianjin in

August 2011 and we have established the closest possible links with our sister school just five

hours away by rail. Rather further afield, some six thousand miles to the west, is Wellington

College in the UK, a school steeped in heritage and tradition, and our erstwhile partner, in a

relationship that is already the envy of many other rather less effective partnerships. We share

our not-for-profit status and no opportunity is lost to develop further the links between the

Wellington Colleges.

welcome

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The fact that Wellington College in Shanghai looks just like its counterpart in England is a sign

of intent. What you get in Wellington UK is what you get here in Shanghai, whether you come

as a boarder or a day pupil, or in the pre-prep, prep, or senior school. Wellington is also a

royal foundation. The College was originally founded by Queen Victoria in 1859 as the national

memorial to Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington, Britain’s outstanding military leader in

the Napoleonic Wars, and immortalised as the victor at Waterloo in 1815.

In recent years Wellington College in the UK has gained a deserved reputation for being at the

forefront of educational thinking and innovation, in particular developing a greater all-round

approach to education. This means educating a child for life, and developing their ‘intelligence’

in the broadest possible way. All our pupils have ‘multiple’ intelligences, where their ability in

each particular intelligence is different. So for each individual we have to adopt a unique blend

of learning and teaching to bring out the very best in Wellingtonians.

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We at Wellington in Shanghai have adopted the same approach to the challenges of 21st-

century education. We aim to nurture and develop the Eight Aptitudes, or intelligences, that

lie within each pupil. They are: Linguistic and Logical; Social and Personal; Cultural and Physical;

Moral and Spiritual. For too long schools have concentrated on a narrow range of aptitudes,

such as the linguistic and logical, while lessening the importance of the others, where skill and

expertise can be demonstrated and developed. Put simply, it is a challenge of “Don’t ask how

intelligent your child is. Ask in what way are they intelligent.”

Educating children is one of the greatest responsibilities in life, and all of us in the Wellington

community, whether in China or the UK, see it as an honour and a privilege.

If you would like to learn more about Wellington College, then my door is always open, there

will always be the warmest of welcomes here.

David Cook

Founding Master,

Wellington College International Shanghai

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the Eight AptitudesThe Eight Aptitudes, originally conceived by Professor

Howard Gardner at Harvard , provides a forward-thinking

framework to learning both within the classroom and outside

of it. In identifying eight separate intelligences, the learning

process can be expanded from the more traditional logical

and linguistic learning into a well-rounded, holistic education.

In this way we can understand better an individual’s strengths

and weaknesses, so that personal development can guided

and stimulated in a fashion unique to that individual.

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Words, spoken or written, in English,

Mandarin and other modern languages are

a cornerstone of a Wellington education.

We want our pupils, irrespective of their

age, to develop a love of reading, leading

to effective creative writing, good note-

taking, diligent analysis, development

of debating skills, and the thoughtful

presentation of their own ideas.

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The world of logic, reasoning, abstractions and

numbers needs no introduction. Mathematics is

obviously pivotal, but mastering this aptitude takes

the pupils into the realms of science, computing,

economics and philosophy, and the acquisition of

skills such as recognition, reasoning, investigation

and calculation. All of these subjects and talents

have real prominence in the Wellington curriculum,

none more so than the constantly developing world

of information and communication technology.

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We at Wellington pride ourselves on our level of pastoral care, based on the

house system in the Senior School and the classroom teacher in the Pre-Prep

and Prep School. Going to a school such as Wellington is in many ways a

privilege, providing what is often called ‘an excellent start in life’. With such

an opportunity goes a sense of responsibility, and perspective, and our pupils

must develop the ability not just to think for themselves but also for others,

be it in their house, their class, the College as a whole or somewhere further

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Vital aspects of growing up in the 21st century are understanding yourself; knowing who

you are; what you can personally achieve; what you aspire to; and perhaps most important

of all, what to avoid. In a wide variety of ways, Wellington seeks to instil responsibility,

self-discipline and independence of thought and action in all our pupils.

Personal

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What is right? What is wrong? We want all

Wellington pupils to make well informed

decisions in life. We want them to have

appropriate role models, sometimes not easy

in the 21st century. We encourage them to

learn from the mistakes of the past. We will

never forget that we are educating the leaders

of the future and we will ensure they are

equipped to make the right decisions as adults.

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Spirituality can be defined as involving

deep, sometimes religious, feelings

and beliefs. All Wellington pupils must

develop an inner strength, fortified by

an appreciation of their own individual

positives and development areas. To

achieve this, our pupils must become

aware of their own environment,

the ideas which have shaped modern

civilisation and the nature of the world

in which they live, all of which they must

relate to their own thoughts and ideas.

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The creative arts, in all its many

disciplines: painting, drawing, sculpting,

ceramics, craft and design, dance,

drama, music and the wide variety of

creative technologies, are available at

Wellington. They represent a crucial

part of our educational experience

and we encourage all our pupils to

participate in multiple cultural pursuits,

including visiting galleries, museums,

plays, and concerts.

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A healthy lifestyle and devloping

an ability in a wide variety of

physical activities, whether

through excelling or merely

taking part, are vital objectives

for all Wellingtonians. Sport and

physical education obviously

play a major role in this but

the comprehensive Wellington

extra-curricular programme

goes much further and

provides the widest possible

opportunities for all our pupils

to stay fit, develop their creative

instincts in a physical fashion

and lead healthy lives.

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Our youngest Wellingtonians are encouraged to develop their own individual learning skills in

stimulating, colourful and child-friendly surroundings. Pre-Prep runs from Pre-Nursery to Year 2

and is effectively split into two areas: the Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception) and Key Stage

One (Years 1 and 2), with each having its own curriculum.

In Early Years, the children follow the English Early Years Curriculum. It is a play-based approach,

with regular observations forming the main part of assessment. Children also have teacher

directed tasks and daily phonics, maths, literacy, and mandarin activities. The transition from

Early Years to Key Stage One sees the style of learning develop to more formal lessons where

they follow the English National Curriculum as a basis for the core subjects, and the International

Primary Curriculum for cross curricular topic work.

All children are taught for the majority of the day by a classroom teacher who, as well as

teaching many of the principal subjects, will provide the excellent pastoral care for which all the

Wellington schools are justifiably renowned. Specialist teachers lead Mandarin, Music, PE and

Swimming lessons.

Our aim at Wellington is to help every child reach his or her potential through developing a love

of learning and an inquiring, creative yet critical mind, which looks considerably beyond what is

taught in the classroom.

Pre-Prep

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As pupils move on from Pre-Prep into the Prep School, the emphasis is on high academic

standards coupled with an extensive and varied programme of After School Activities (ASAs).

This combination serves as an integral part of the curriculum and draws very much on our Eight

Aptitude approach of encouraging all Wellingtonians to fulfil their potential.

Our main goal is to prepare our boys and girls for entry into the Senior School. This is

achieved through the highly-effective combination of traditional, formal teaching delivered

through imaginative and creative approaches, using the most modern classroom practices

and incorporating the Eight Aptitude model. The curriculum is based on the English National

Curriculum, suitably enhanced to incorporate exciting elements from the International Primary

Curriculum and also to reflect the fact that the College is an international school with a multi-

national pupil body.

Starting from Year 5, the pupils will also experience the benefits of high-quality specialist subject

teaching in the traditional academic subjects. The introduction of this style of learning reflects

best practice, providing the pupils top-quality teaching, as well as sound preparation for the

Senior School. This helps develop a sense of independence and responsibility as they work in

different classrooms with different teachers.

The Wellington curriculum is rigorous and stretching, being designed to meet the needs of each

individual by giving a breadth of educational experience and academic depth to prepare them for

entering the Senior School.

Prep School

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In the Senior School our principal objective for all pupils is to inspire curiosity, creativity and

compassion. We aim to enrich our pupils’ lives with an enjoyment and understanding of our

global scientific, linguistic and cultural heritage, while also empowering them with the knowledge,

skills and independence of mind, in order to make them effective and responsible leaders of the

future.

In Years 10 and 11, pupils work for IGCSE in a wide variety of subjects. Some, such as English,

Mathematics and a combination of Sciences are core subjects, while others are optional. This

provides our pupils with an average of ten IGCSE choices. This builds on the solid foundation

developed during their time in Year 9.

In the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13) all pupils will study for the IBO Diploma Programme (IBDP),

subject to IBO authorisation. This is the world’s premier university entrance qualification. The

IBDP entails all sixth formers studying six subjects drawn from six groups, with three taken to the

Higher Level. However, the IBDP is much more than a series of academic subjects. The unique

features of CAS (Creativity, Action, Service), the Extended Essay and the Theory of Knowledge

ensure that pupils are fully aware of their community responsibilities, are encouraged to develop

their research skills and to become independent thinkers. The underlying philosophy is that

pupils should share an academic experience which emphasises critical thinking, intercultural

understanding and an exposure to a variety of viewpoints.

Everybody at Wellington College has high expectations of ourselves and our pupils; we insist

that working hard, and intelligently, must always be the basis of success. We also know that

learning is most rewarding in a community that is lively, co-operative, curious and tolerant. To

remain such a community is the ultimate and perpetual challenge for everybody in the Senior

School.

Senior School

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Enrichment at Wellington comes in many forms, whether it is

our sports and arts programmes, our commitment to cultural

pursuits, or simply the range of clubs and activities we offer

on a daily basis. An education here seeks to challenge, inspire

and motivate every Wellingtonian.

The ArtsThe Arts are central to Wellington life: every pupil is involved

in our dynamic arts programme, which seeks to inspire their

creative imagination and to make the very most of their artistic

talent and potential. We aim to give every Wellingtonian a

lifelong enjoyment across Drama, Dance, Music, Creative

Writing and Art & Design. We offer a wide programme of

activities and annual events with opportunities for pupils to

perform and showcase their learning and talent.

enrichment

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DramaThe College Theatre is the home of Drama at Wellington. With regular performances,

the department demonstrates versatility and depth by staging a major musical and

a variety of plays, as well as House events, drama competitions, talent shows and

pupil-led productions.

DanceWe take dance seriously at Wellington as it gives experience of very different

disciplines. Our dance clubs include Ballet, Jazz Dance, Contemporary and Physical

Theatre – and allow our pupils to explore the whole range of terpsichorean

experience.

ArtThe quality of the pupils’ work is evident throughout the College, whether in corridor

displays or exhibitions, the variety and creativity in each piece is exceptional. Our

aim is very simple: to get our best practitioners into the top art schools around the

world.

MusicMusic at Wellington is excellent. Whether the interest is classical, rock, jazz, or pop,

Wellington provides an enormously diverse and impressive musical programme. We

enjoy concerts and recitals throughout the academic year.

Other ArtsCreative writing, debating and film-making are deeply embedded in Wellington life.

Inspired by Wellington College in the UK, we also have our own pupil-led media

company, which gives our pupils the experience of cutting-edge media work, as well

as providing the very best in home-grown entertainment.

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SportSport is an integral part of each pupil’s development, well-

being and education. It provides a platform to celebrate all

that is unique about being a Wellingtonian. By fostering an

‘active life’ philosophy and promoting a lifetime involvement

in sport and physical activity, we generate a sporting ethos

that puts into action the philosophy of the Eight Aptitudes.

Of course, sport is not just about the physical aptitude – it

develops the whole person. In that sense, sport at Wellington

is a truly transformative experience.

Wellington sport is emphatically for all. We seek to inspire

both the elite and the novice with a sense of the joy of

physical endeavour, with self-respect and with pride in

Wellington. We want all our pupils to enjoy their sport,

to seek excellence in their field and to maintain a healthy

lifestyle. Our talented and dedicated coaching teams strive

to create the best possible environment for pupils to learn

with a judicious mixture of challenge, competitiveness and

open communication.

In common with Wellington College in the UK, we have

established a ‘premier league’ reputation for sport, as one

would expect of a school with our facilities. There are many

opportunities for our pupils, at all age groups, to represent

Wellington in teams across a wide range of competitive

sports, as well as participating in a number of different

recreational activities.

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After School Activities Our After School Activities (ASAs) run from Monday to Thursday as part of the school day,

they involve an impressive array of activities ranging from African Drumming to Electric Music

Production, and from Swimming to Volleyball. With dozens of activities on offer, there is

something for every pupil to try.

ASAs provide an exciting opportunity for pupils to explore new interests, as well as spend time

developing skills. As each activity has a variety of age groups, this time allows for Wellingtonians

to connect to other pupils across the College.

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Wellington Academy Programme The Wellington Academy Programme is a fantastic opportunity for Wellington College pupils

and children from the wider Shanghai community to be taught by coaches and teachers with

incredible experience and expertise. The staff, consisting mostly of Wellington teachers, coupled

with the standard of the College facilities makes such an ambitious programme possible here.

The Academy Programme is separate from the ASA programme and provides a specialised

training environment for children who wish to take their skills to a more elite level. Fees and

information can be found on our website.

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We at Wellington pride ourselves on our level of pastoral care.

The House System ensures Wellingtonians become a crucial member of a team as they enter one

of the Houses at the College. If one imagines a year group as a horizontal structure, including

every pupil across a given year in age, then the House is a vertical structure which has some

members of each year group.

Over the course of the year, several House-based compititions and events will bring Wellingtonians

together, not just in their houses and across year groups, but in a wide sense, involving the whole

community.

This system, coupled with our Well-being lessons and Eight Aptitude approach to learning

provides a healthy and stimulating environment where every child will have a sense of belonging

and fulfilment.

pastoral care

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pastoral care

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the benson

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the hardinge

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the wellesley

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209 284

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Life will be rich and fulfilling at Wellington for boarders. Running parallel to academic development,

our boarding experience is designed to offer the greatest opportunities possible for pupils to

further their ability and interest in sports, music, drama and indeed, all forms of self-expression.

The essence of boarding life at Wellington centres on the house and its inclusive nature, where

boys and girls of all ages, and staff, are thoroughly involved in their own community. Our boarders

develop in an environment that is friendly, stimulating, sociable and structured, helping them to

become what we believe is a true Wellingtonian.

There is an important sense of routine about boarding life at Wellington, which in itself will

help promote that essential self-discipline amongst our pupils. The boarders wake at 07.00 and

move to the main school building, where they will be based for the duration of the school day,

returning at 16.45 for further prep and various activities.

The boarding house has been purpose built to provide the best possible boarding environment.

All pupils are accommodated in comfortable and spacious study-bedrooms, with individual desks

and ample wardrobe and storage space. We have rooms to accommodate four pupils, two pupils

and, for our sixth formers, we have single en-suite rooms. In all cases, boarders will be able to

add their own personal touches to make it feel like home.

The Boarding Housemaster oversees the running of the house with support from a full team

of house tutors to provide care and supervision. Each of these tutors is experienced in the

boarding environment and is focused on making our programme the best experience possible for

boarders. Most of our boarders go home at weekends, though a few of the older ones will opt

to remain at the College, where they benefit from the full support boarding staff, all of whom

live on site. The team is truly in loco parentis.

boarding

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There are various boarding options at Wellington:

Full time - These pupils stay with us throughout the term, returning home during all holidays.

Weekly - This is our most popular option, with pupils arriving on Sunday evening or Monday

morning and returning home on Friday evening.

Flexi boarding - These pupils stay for between 1 and 3 nights per week, often to align with

their extra-curricular commitments. This option is also a perfect way for our pupils to sample

boarding life at the College.

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Our teachers have been involved with producing at BBC Radio, banking in London, casting

Hollywood films, directing and acting plays, even cryptography. They have spent years in Florence

perfecting their arts, pouring over their PHDs in Molecular Biology, and exploring the world

perfecting their culinary skills.

We boast teachers who have played football for England, and those who have played cricket for

Scotland, two national rugby players, an ex-tennis pro, and even a boxer. From two time Olympic

Swimmers to qualified ski coaches and even a trampoline coach!

BBC scriptwriters, linguists, mechanical engineers who sung with the London Symphony Chorus,

computer programmers, photojournalists, ballerinas, and animal behaviour specialists.

They have published various historical works, analysed forgotten scripts and languages, they

have even been chased by the odd hippo. From kayaking over 300 km through the heart of Sayan

Mountains in Siberia to travelling the globe teaching, learning and exploring, our teachers have

achieved unbelievable things, and we have not even mentioned what they do in the classroom!

our teachers

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The Friends of Wellington (FOW) represents our parents, teachers and other members of the

Wellington Community, meeting regularly and contributing to making life at the College vibrant,

and not just for the pupils.

Partaking in, and organising events such as the International Food Fair, Breakfast with Santa and

various evening events for parents, the Friends of Wellington is a buzzing network of people living

within Shanghai. It is the single best way for parents to connect with each other and discover

more of Shanghai together. It also offers the unique experience to socialise with teachers and

other members of staff to learn more about the fantastic team we have here at Wellington

College in Shanghai.

FOWour teachers

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The campus offers the very best in purpose-built educational facilities for our pupils, incorporating

everything required for academic and extra-curricular excellence in 21st-century schooling. The

appearance and design of the building are inspired by the distinctive architecture at Wellington

College in the UK.

The Science laboratories, the Art rooms and the Design Technology suites are designed to

encourage, first and foremost, an enjoyment in both practical and theoretical work. They are

also capable of creating that extra level of creativity, and ambition, that the great scientists,

artists and designers strive for, and, ultimately achieve.

At the very heart of the school, geographically and academically, is the College Library. Filled

with far more than books, it is a multi-media centre for prep and senior pupils, promoting

independent study. For all Wellingtonians, the library is a very real learning resource designed to

generate a meaningful interest, indeed love, of reading and research.

The Performing Arts Centre caters for our musicians, dancers and thespians, with the dedicated

practice rooms, the dance studio, the Black Box and, for major concerts and productions, the

500-seat College Theatre, also the venue for all school assemblies.

Sport is another major Wellington priority. Here, the facilities are second to none, with the

Sports Hall, three football pitches, a 400-metres Tartan running track, tennis and basketball

courts and two swimming pools, including a 25 metres, six-lane competition pool.

Few schools in the world are blessed with the resources available at Wellington, all designed to

support the wide-ranging extra-curricular activities programme available, both after-school and

at the weekends.

facilities

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admissionsWellington College encourages applications from girls and boys with a wide range of skills and

talents. Admission to the College is subject to a selection process that has been designed with

the firm belief that all children have something to offer.

Whilst the exact entry procedures vary across the different schools at the College, the admission

process generally consists of an age appropriate academic evaluation; an assessment of English

proficiency; consideration of past school reports and references; review of extra-curricular

achievements; and an interview during which the pupil should be able to demonstrate a desire

to attend Wellington and a willingness to participate in College life. We do our upmost to make

this process as comfortable as possible.

Prior to submitting an application, we do encourage parents and the prospective pupils to visit

the College by attending one of our regular Visitors’ Days or campus tours.

The College website sets out a great deal of information about what is involved in applying to

Wellington and we hope that you find it useful. If you do have any questions or queries, please

feel free to contact the Admissions Office. We are always delighted to hear from you.

In line with the Shanghai Education Commission’s (SHMEC) regulations, we do not admit

pupils who are citizens of the People’s Republic of China.

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