Recently, HWA International School was delighted to host a delegation of 24 students and teachers from SMP Plus Nurul Aulia, Indonesia, for an engaging One-Day School Experience Programme. The visit offered a warm opportunity for visiting students aged 12 to 14 to step intoour classrooms, experience HWA’s learning environment, and build meaningful connections with our school community.
During the programme, the visiting students were paired with HWA student buddies, giving them a chance to experience daily academic life and explore new ways of learning together. Participating alongside their peers in inquiry-based lessons across English, Mathematics, Science, and Chinese, the students engaged in group tasks and collaborative problem-solving within HWA’s bilingual IB framework. Beyond the classroom, shared recess and lunch sessions provided a relaxed setting for students to chat, get to know one another, and enjoy the rhythm of daily school life at HWA.
The visit was also enriched by vibrant cultural exchange, as students from SMP Plus Nurul Aulia generously shared their heritage with our community. The visiting delegation presented traditional Indonesian arts, offering fascinating insights into Wayang (traditional Javanese shadow puppet theatre). They also captivated everyone with a live performance of Tari Saman (the Dance of a Thousand Hands), showcasing impressive rhythm, coordination, and team spirit.
The memorable day concluded with a certificate presentation ceremony to celebrate the participation of all visiting students and mark the successful completion of the exchange programme. Everyone cherished the opportunity to learn from one another, celebrate cultural diversity, and create lasting memories. HWA remains dedicated to fostering warm, inclusive learning environments that inspire global perspectives, and we look forward to welcoming more educational exchanges in the future.
