UWC South East Asia

A principal’s perspective

Name: Graham Silverthorne Role: Head of UWCSEA East Campus

I have known of UWCSEA for many years and it’s a great honour to become part of it. The UWC Mission is a summary of all the things I’ve come to believe over many years as a teacher, written into a very simple and powerful statement. I’ve learnt that this statement has an individual meaning for everyone at UWCSEA.

I was Head of History before the end of my first full year of teaching and a Vice Principal within seven years. I love the learning, discussions, philosophy and human contact. I hope that 18 years of leadership in three schools has equipped me to make a significant contribution to the East Campus.

I’ve not worked in a place before where so many people are on board because they believe in the goals of the organisation. It really is a tremendous experience!

A WORD FROM THE SCHOOL

Students on both campuses of UWCSEA are part of a vibrant international community. The K-12 holistic learning programme weaves academics, activities, personal and social education, outdoor education and service into a world- class education. While the campuses are large, the experienced, caring staff means that all students are supported in a caring environment.

WHAT’S NEW?

English as an Additional Language

( EAL): students accepted from Infant School at both campuses, with a formal programme starting in Grade 1 at Dover and Grade 6 at East. Home Language/mother Tongue: available from Grade 2 at Dover and K1 at East, leading to wider options in the High School, including a bilingual IB Diploma. Dover Campus, 1207 Dover Road | 6774 2653 East Campus, 1 Tampines Street 73 | 6305 5353 uwcsea.edu.sg