International Services / Coordinator
The International Student Coordinator, Mrs Sun Kim oversees the international students program and supports all international students at school. Mrs Kim understands the concern of parents and the special needs of international students living away from home in a different cultural setting. She provides various events to encourage international students to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. Her language ability - fluent in Japanese and Korean and familiar with Chinese – help parents, students, staff communicate without
the language barrier.
Key Points of the International Students Program
- Orientation Program: New students have five days of the orientation program prior to their commencing dates. The program is designed to help new international students settle quickly into the school and make the most of many opportunities that exist at school. At the conclusion of the Orientation Program, students will know their subjects and teachers, facilities and classrooms, where they can get help when they are not sure about anything at school.
- Overseas Parents Meeting: The International Student Coordinator holds the Overseas Parent Meeting every year in major cities in China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. This is the great opportunity for the parents to know how their children develop the learning skills and to interact in the classroom.
- English as a Second Language Support Program: ESL teachers understand that international students put enormous effort into developing their communication skills in English. We offer ESL classes as a part of our normal curriculum and international students receive individual academic support from the ESL teacher across the curriculum.
- Outstanding Pastoral Care by House System: Students are assigned to a House, and are matched with a Tutor. The teacher in charge of a House knows about many aspects of every student in their House. Students and a Head of House will have regular meetings to discuss school life, educational goals, happiness, and other more routine and social issues.
- Leadership Program: Students are encouraged to develop leadership qualities in all areas of their life. We encourage independence in preparation for their schooling and their future. There are many opportunities for leadership: Sport, Performing Arts, International experiences, Tours, Community Services, School Leadership positions in all year levels, House System, and the Captain of International Students.
- Career Counselling: Westminster School provides career education, work experiences, advice on subject selection and university entrance.
- Other services: Reception on arrival in Adelaide, Medical insurance, Visa advice and so on.
