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UWC 沿革與創辦宗旨

整個 21 世紀動盪不安,UWC 的宗旨和目標之於當代的意義並不亞於 1962 年,甚至有過之而無不及。

UWC 創立於 1962 年,同年,英國南威爾斯大西洋學院招收了第一屆學生。當時,冷戰的緊張情勢攀升到最高點,因此本校的創校宗旨,即是透過以共學、合作與理解為基礎的教育,讓來自不同國家的年輕人團結起來捍衛和平。

UWC 的教育理念源自於德國教育家柯漢 (Kurt Hahn) 的思想,柯漢也是 UWC 運動的發起人之一。柯漢認為,學校存在的目的,不只是為進入大學鋪路,更要為人生作準備,而教育應幫助學生培養韌性及面對成敗的能力。

1962 年發起的 UWC 運動,可謂集柯漢教育思想之大成。柯漢是教育先驅,他早期創辦的倡議組織包括德國沙林學校 (Salem School) 與外展組織 (Outward Bound)。1958 年,柯漢在一場 NATO 參謀學院 (NATO Staff College) 的會議上,看見第二次世界大戰敵對國互相合作,因此深受啟發。他想,如果我們可以讓來自世界各地的年輕人一起接受教育,便能防止未來發生衝突。基於這個相信教育的力量能夠改變世界的信念,UWC 運動應運而生,肩負著讓教育成為團結人類、國家和文化的力量的使命,開創和平永續的未來。

從此之後,UWC 始終堅定不移地為學生提供富挑戰性的變革型教育經驗,藉以鼓舞他們成為推動正向改變的生力軍,開創更加和平、永續的未來。

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UWC 現況

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Three Unique Features

  • Mindfulness - UWC Thailand integrates Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness into its curriculum, providing each of its community members support in developing key life skills, including self-awareness and management, social awareness and effectiveness, and approaching work in an ethical and effective manner.
  • Marine Environment Conservation - Situated at the foothills of a national park and 10 minutes from the ocean, UWC Thailand is developing a number of island-wide initiatives that aim to conserve the marine environment (mangrove habitat restoration and coral reef monitoring) and encourage sustainable practices (Plastic Free Phuket, community beach and soil clean ups).
  • Experiential Learning - UWC Thailand has a deep commitment to experiential learning, and to making learning engaging and meaningful for all. Students are frequently out on expeditions, day trips and service-led experiences both locally on the island and regionally throughout Thailand - and beyond.
     
In the Classroom 

Within UWC Thailand’s environment of authentic and targeted differentiation, equal emphasis is placed upon mental and emotional balance, and academic rigour. Students learn how to learn, analyse, think creatively and reach thoughtful conclusions, making it a demanding program that encourages students to the highest levels of academic achievement.

The Nursery program is for students aged 18 months - 3 years old. The Primary Years Program is for students aged 3-12, and the Middle Years Program is for students aged 11-16.

To 16-19 year-olds, UWC Thailand offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) curriculum. Alongside standard courses, the School offers Thai, Russian, Mandarin, Korean, Dutch, Business Management, Psychology, Systems Design, Global Politics and Arts.

Outside the Classroom 

UWC Thailand offers a comprehensive activities program for students of all ages. The activities enable students to explore projects and passions in Service, Creativity, Sports, Social and Culture, and are run during lunchtimes, after school and on weekends. In addition, students embark upon expeditions with their classmates, which focus on adventurous training and push the boundaries of their experiences. The expeditions range from Grade 1 students spending a night in the library, which for some is their first night away from home, to Grade 5 students spending 5 days camping and kayaking around the coast of Phuket. Some grade levels take trips to learn how to sail with their classmates, others work with a regional turtle sanctuary to help protect endangered species. Each grade level focuses on a different expedition each year, with each trip being appropriate for the age it caters for. IBDP students organise their own Project Week, which has a central focus on Service and Community.

Campus and Facilities 

UWC Thailand’s campus is spacious and extensive, and each section is split up into ‘pods’ (Early Childhood, Lower Primary, Upper Primary and Secondary). The boarding house is home to 60 students from grades 7-12, and another is currently being constructed and due to open in January 2018. The school is situated next door to a sports and lifestyle centre, and all community members have access to its excellent sports facilities which include an Olympic sized swimming pool, 500m running track, rugby pitch, tennis courts, volleyball courts and cardio centre.

Geographic Setting 

UWC Thailand is situated in the northern part of the island of Phuket. It is a 20-minute drive to the Sarasin Bridge, which connects Phuket to mainland Thailand. North Phuket’s landscape is a mixture of protected national park, beaches and coastal areas, and rubber plantations with local communities.

Admissions 

UWC Thailand students for nursery, primary and middle schools are admitted through the school’s direct admissions process, which is based on adherence to UWC’s mission and values. Students who wish to attend UWC Thailand in grade 11 and 12 can either apply through their UWC national committee or directly with UWC Thailand. It is UWC Thailand’s policy that no more than 20% of any particular nationality is represented within the community. For more information, visit the website.

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