What does it take to become the first person in history to walk to both the South and North Poles? What were the hardest moments along the way? What did Antarctica look like 30 years ago, and how can we build a more sustainable future in our daily lives? These were among the questions explored during "An Evening with Robert Swan", organised by 2041 Hong Kong and co-hosted with UWC Graduates Organisation Hong Kong, on 6 October. LPC had the honour of hosting Sir Robert Swan, O

Congratulations to our students, Nathan, Tamara, Agastya, Joanna, Trym, Aurora, and Mihail for their outstanding achievements at the SWIMS Marine Biodiversity Restoration Hackathon 2026! Organised by The Swire Institute of Marine Science (SWIMS) as part of the "Reviving Hong Kong's Blue Heritage" initiative on 19–20 September, our students jumped into the deep end at the competition and brought home multiple awards. Combining technology, fieldwork, and ocean stewardship to he

Our LPC community came together to turn "Action for Peace, Planet, People" into real, meaningful practice across Hong Kong on 21 September. On campus, students examined the trade-offs between global development and sustainability at the second Global Issues Forum. Meanwhile, during dynamic peacebuilding workshops in Space, Strategy & Peace, classrooms transformed into interactive design hubs where students drew on walls to build ideal cities , adapting their strategies in rea

We were delighted to host Jenny Gillett, Senior Expert (Education Innovation) at the International Baccalaureate, on 11 September for a day of high-level academic exchange focused on curriculum innovation, assessment, and the future of global education. Throughout the visit, our school leadership, department heads, and faculty engaged in deep-dive discussions on the Systems Transformation Pathway (STP). The team explored insights from pioneer schools on the curriculum impleme

What a vibrant Sunday we had at our Wu Kai Sha campus! On 13 September, we welcomed over 300 prospective students, parents, and guests to our Info Day to experience the unique spirit of LPCUWC. Visitors started the afternoon with student-led campus tours in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, offering an authentic, close-up look at residential life on campus. Following a welcome address by Principal Dr Spencer Fowler, the audience enjoyed live performances by the Cultural Eveni

Now in its second year at LPCUWC—one of only two UWC colleges worldwide offering the IBDP Marine Science course—our students continue to live out the UWC mission through authentic conservation work. Our IBDP Year 2 Marine Science students recently took part in Youth Ambassadors for Ocean Stewardship, a Marine Biodiversity Programme hosted by The Swire Institute of Marine Science (SWIMS) of The University of Hong Kong. Across four inspiring days, students explored Hong Kong’s

Noura (5th from right) at the PolyU's Junior Researcher Mentoring Programme 2026 Closing Ceremony Massive congratulations to our Year 2 student, Noura, for her brilliant achievement at the PolyU Junior Researcher Mentoring Programme (JRMP) 2026! Competing alongside 210 high school students from 79 local and international schools across 35 research projects, Noura and her teammates—representing Yew Chung International School, ESF Island School, and ESF West Island School—were

A huge welcome to our newest faculty members joining the LPCUWC family on campus! Think you can spot who’s who? Swipe through to match the faces with the names and get to know our new team members. New Faculty Members • Chelsie Wong – Coordinator of Inclusive Learning and Student Wellbeing • Derek Rysavy – Teacher of Economics • Enrico Mazzarello – Teacher of English • Hector Stinton – Teacher of English and French • Kevin Morice – Teacher of Mathematics and Computer Science

On 3–4 September, our campus was filled with critical thinking and fresh perspectives during this year’s Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition. Building on last year’s digital format, visitors could seamlessly explore each project online and dive into the stories, objects, and ideas chosen by our Year 2 students. A huge well done to our students for their hard work, creativity, and inspiring reflections!

Happy first day of classes! We are thrilled to see our students back in classrooms, laboratories, and different learning spaces as they begin another exciting learning journey. Orientation Week 2026 wrapped up on a high note over the weekend. On Friday, our Year 1s engaged in meaningful discussions on living out the UWC mission in today’s world, concluding with an interactive Playback Theatre performance. Stay tuned for upcoming student interviews on how our community is conn

Daisy Wong, Class of 2026 (front row 6th from left) at the HKSES Award Presentation Ceremony 2026 Massive congratulations to Class of 2026 graduate Daisy Wong for receiving both the Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme (HKSES) and the Sir Edward Youde Memorial Overseas Scholarship. Funded by the HKSAR Government’s Education Bureau (EDB), the prestigious HKSES supports outstanding local students in pursuing studies at world-renowned universities abroad. Daisy was one of

Ever wondered what LPC students get up to after classes? Our firsties found out at the Quan Cai (QC) Fair yesterday. As part of the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) programme, over 70 student-led QCs set up interactive booths to showcase their passions to our freshmen. From hands-on trials to live demonstrations, every club brought their A-game to recruit new members. A special shoutout to the Music Band QC for kicking off and wrapping up the event with two incredible live

Warmest welcome to our 2026–2028 Year 1 students! Orientation Week is officially underway at LPCUWC! From the airport arrivals and an inspiring tour of the Hong Kong Palace Museum with Board Chair Mr Anthony Tong, to the energetic Welcome Show over the past weekend (22–23 August), the atmosphere on LPC campus has been absolutely buzzing. Our Year 2 students have worked tirelessly to welcome and guide their "Firsties." We were also delighted to host over 60 Year 1 parents at t

From campus resilience to global alumni achievements, our LPC Legacy Summer Issue is packed with stories that highlight the heart, grit, and spirit of the LPC community! In this edition, our student team dives into sports and well-being at LPC . Featuring inspiring spotlights on our alumni and their achievements around the world , alongside candid interviews with six student-athletes, and a recap of the Graduates Organisation Hong Kong events. This is the issue you don’t want

What an incredible weekend we had! From 9–13 July, the campus was filled with warmth, laughter, and an undeniable nostalgic energy as we welcomed back our LPC alumni from the Class of 1996, 2006, and 2016 for their 30th, 20th, and 10th-year reunion celebrations. Stepping back onto campus, the day rooms and the dormitory — it felt as though no time had passed at all. Alumni first reconnected over a relaxing drinks session on Friday afternoon, followed by a lively Saturday din

We are thrilled to share another remarkable achievement from our LPC alumni community! Congratulations to Tammy Sandhu MBE, LPCUWC Class of 2000, on her historic appointment as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Holy See. Since joining the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in 2005, Tammy has built a distinguished career. With this new appointment, she makes history as the first woman of Indian origin to represent the United Kingdom as an Ambassador. Prior to

What does it mean to exemplify the transformative power of volunteering? Our Class of 2026 graduates, Mandy and Alex, recently sat down with the editor of Caritas Hong Kong to discuss their leadership experiences in Caritas Tai Wai Quan Cai (QC). Coming from two entirely different backgrounds, the duo brought unique perspectives to the initiative. Alex, hailing from Slovakia, already held a deep connection to the world of special needs, having volunteered at a specialised tra

Congratulations to Atia, our Year 1 student, for her excellent performance at the Hong Kong China Swimming Association (HKGSA) Division 3 Long Course Swimming Competition, held earlier on 17 May. Atia dominated her events in the 15–17 age category against 27 other swimmers in the 50-meter Olympic-sized pool. With her exceptional speed, Atia came first in the 50m Butterfly and will be advancing to Division 1 to compete, while placing second in the 100m Breaststroke, and qualif

A group of Year 1 students volunteered at the Asia Society’s Around the World Family Day on 16 May. The group, 17 of them, shared the very best of LPC’s cultural spirit with over 300 Bloomberg Hong Kong employees and their families. They brought incredible energy to the event, leading vibrant cultural dance showcases and lively African drumming sessions that kept the crowd moving. They also engaged with the participants through creative, hands-on arts and crafts booths alongs

The Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026 was successfully held on 23 May. From the high-energy student Dragon and Lion Dance to the inspiring speeches, it was a day filled with gratitude, laughter, and happy tears. A huge thank you to our guest speaker, Ms Patricia Measor Ho (Class of 2002). She encouraged our graduating class to fiercely believe in their own capabilities, potential, and dreams, and to protect these aspirations with everything they have. "The world will