Author Archives: Claire Griffiths
Science Learning
Senior students have been working with research scientists as part of a pioneering science initiative.
A group of Year 13s were invited to work with Dr. Lindsay Porter and Naomi Branna, the lead researchers from SEAMAR in hopes that we can create a joint project.
Deep Learning
An amazing day of Deep Learning was enjoyed this week, before the programme was cut short by the weather.
Students began their studies into a range of creative units, with Year 7s continuing their PERMA unit, focusing on wellbeing and positive thinking which underpin everything we do at ICHK.… Read more
Spirit Week
A fantastic week of activities has been enjoyed at ICHK Secondary as part of Spirit Week.
Students joined together to celebrate Pyjama Day, Hero/Villain Day, Wacky Wednesday and House Spirit Day.
A range of fun filled activities were organised by the SRC, including a screening of a Pixar film, dodgeball, tile painting and tug of war.
Kingston Chinese Programme
Strong progress continues with our innovative Kingston Chinese Programme.
A total of 13 students joined in Year 7 this year.
Year 8 and 9 students continue to make good progress, and are learning well through a well-balanced combination of traditional skills and interactive activities.… Read more
Chinese Debate Team
ICHK students have taken part in a Chinese debating league for the first time.
A team participated in the Intercollegiate League which was hosted by UWC Li Po Chun.
This is an online inter-school Chinese debating competition and students from 12 international schools are taking part.… Read more
Volleyball
Our U16 and U14 boys volleyball teams have played their first matches in two years.
The boys finally had the chance to test their skills and play in a competitive setting, after working hard in training and showing commitment to their chosen sport.… Read more
Forest Planting Workshops
Students in Years 5 and 6 have been helping to monitor and maintain our Miyawaki forest.
The students have been gaining theoretical and practical knowledge including mulching, weeding and monitoring the trees’ growth.
They have been measuring height, girth, temperature and keeping a checklist of biodiversity.
International Dot Day
It was a dotty day at ICHK Primary as International Dot Day was celebrated by students and staff alike.
Students have been exploring how to make their mark in Art, and showed their creativity in a series of specially designed art activities.
Rooftop Pitch
Students at ICHK Secondary have started using our new rooftop pitch this week.
Over the summer holidays, the roof top area of B block was transformed into an astro-turf pitch, surrounded by protective barriers.
It is now being used as a third area for PE and sport.
Human Technologies Learning
Year 7 students have been exploring technologies for collaboration and teamwork through games.
The students took part in a new game to build a strand of DNA, as part of Technologies for being a Human Animal.
They developed their problem solving and communication skills in the process.… Read more