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March 21, 2025

Dulwich Leadership Visits Gyeseong Elementary Next Door

Our Head of College Alison Derbyshire and a team of leadership members visited our neighboring school, Gyeseong Elementary, where the group was greeted by the Headmistress and her team. We discussed collaborative partnership opportunities and toured the outstanding campus, where students cheerfully welcomed visitors and were engaged in various after-school activities such as mask dancing, gayageum playing and traditional drum clubs. We are grateful to our generous hosts and look forward to strengthening our relationship further through student exchange programs.

Dulwich College International School Bangkok Announces Adam Gibson as Founding Head

Leading education group Education in Motion (EiM) is delighted to announce the appointment of Adam Gibson as Founding Head of College for Dulwich College International School Bangkok (Dulwich Bangkok). With an exemplary career encompassing international and independent sectors, Adam brings an abundance of experience and a deep dedication to educational excellence as he prepares to lead the newest Dulwich College International school.

Opening in Bang Na, August 2026, Dulwich Bangkok is the latest addition to the distinguished global family of Dulwich international schools spanning Singapore, Seoul, Shanghai, Beijing and Suzhou. Dulwich Bangkok will bring 400 years of heritage from its founding school in London, combined with over twenty years of educational excellence in international colleges across Asia, to provide an exceptional learning experience.

As Founding Head of College, Adam Gibson will shape the school’s strategic vision, designing an outstanding learning culture and environment for students and families seeking a world-class international education.

A Proven Leader in Global Education

Originally from the UK, Adam brings with him a wealth of experience and a distinguished track record in educational leadership. Adam holds a National Professional Qualification for Headship from the National College for School Leadership, as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematical Education at Cambridge University.

Adam served as Head of a leading preparatory school in Devon in the south-west of England, before moving to Wellington School, Somerset, where he was Head of Prep for ten years. This was followed by a successful tenure as Head of Prep and Acting Head of Pre-Prep at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, where he played a pivotal role in developing the school’s curriculum, ethos, and pastoral care systems. His global perspective and commitment to academic excellence make him an ideal leader for Dulwich Bangkok, which will provide a dynamic and enriching curriculum tailored to the needs of families looking for an outstanding international education that supports children from the age of 3 through to 18 years old.

Beyond his leadership roles, Adam is a recognised thought leader in education. He frequently contributes to media discussions and has helped develop teaching materials for the UK Government’s national strategies. As a school inspector for educational quality and statutory compliance, and a founding trustee of a multi-academy trust, Adam has demonstrated a deep understanding of what makes a school truly exceptional.

Speaking about his new role, Adam expressed his excitement for the journey ahead:

“I am incredibly honoured to be leading Dulwich College International School Bangkok as its Founding Head of College. I believe in creating a school environment where students are inspired to think critically, develop their passions, and become confident, compassionate, global citizens. My passion for education burns as brightly today as ever, and I look forward to working with families in Bangkok to build a world-class learning community.”

A World-Class Campus Designed for Excellence

Bangkok has long been recognised as a thriving centre of international education, home to some of the best schools in Asia. Dulwich Bangkok will be one of the most advanced and inspiring schools in the region, designed to foster academic excellence, creativity, and studentwellbeing. Set within a spacious, green campus, the school will blend state-of-the-art educational facilities with nature-rich surroundings, creating an atmosphere that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and personal growth.

At the heart of the Dulwich vision is a commitment to sustainability and student wellbeing. Leading the industry in eco-friendly architecture, the campus will be built with cutting-edge technology that incorporates green spaces, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable design principles to reduce its environmental footprint. The school’s well-ventilated classrooms and natural light will integrate air purification systems to protect children from seasonal pollution. Shaded outdoor learning areas, and healthy, green spaces ensure that students thrive in a setting that prioritises physical and mental wellbeing. The campus design emphasises Dulwich’s unique student-centred approach, featuring a dedicated “village centre” that supports learning and holistic development.

The campus will also house world-class sports, performing arts, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) facilities, reinforcing Dulwich’s commitment to a well-rounded education. With dedicated innovation labs, music and art studios, and premier sports facilities, students will have the opportunity to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build confidence for future success.

The first phase of development will accommodate up to 1,000 students, providing a nurturing environment for Early Years and Junior School students aged 3 to 11. Subsequent phases will expand offerings, paving the way for post-secondary success to leading global higher education institutions. EiM has partnered with Sakol Sathapat, a prominent Thailand-based developer associated with Chansamorn Wattanavekin’s family, to make this vision of Dulwich Bangkok a reality.

With Dulwich College International expanding its presence in Asia, Dulwich Bangkok is proud to be part of this leading network of institutions, contributing to the rich educational landscape whilst offering a distinctive, academically rigorous, and values-driven approach that will prepare students for success and fulfilment on the global stage. Adam Gibson’s leadership will play a pivotal role in establishing a school that upholds the Dulwich tradition of academic excellence and innovation that also embraces the unique opportunities of Bangkok’s vibrant international community.

For more information about Dulwich College International School Bangkok, please visit:

https://bangkok.dulwich.org

Celebrating Neurodiversity Week: Awareness, Understanding, and Inclusion

This week, our school celebrated Neurodiversity Week, dedicated to raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of the different ways our brains work. Neurodiversity includes a wide range of thinking styles, such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and more. By learning about these differences, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

Throughout the week, both Primary and Senior students participated in activities designed to encourage reflection and discussion. They explored key terms related to neurodiversity, helping to build a shared language of understanding. Thought-provoking questions challenged students to consider how different perspectives shape learning and social interactions, such as:

  • What does it mean to think differently?
  • How can we create a classroom where everyone thrives?
  • What are the strengths of neurodivergent thinkers?

To continue the conversation, we invite Senior School parents to a workshop introducing the Additional Educational Needs (AEN) Department on Thursday, 27 March at 9.30am. This session will provide an opportunity to learn more about how we support students with neurodiverse conditions and the resources available within the school.

Thank you for supporting this important initiative and for helping us celebrate the strengths of all learners!

Here are some additional resources to help you understand more about this important topic:

General Resources  

  • Guide to neuroaffirming language. 

Resources for organisations 

  • Neuroinclusion at work from CIPD 

Books 

  • Books Featuring Learning Differences and Neurodiversity – Reading Rockets offers a diverse bookshelf featuring books that highlight learning differences and neurodiversity, suitable for children and parents. readingrockets.org 
  • 100-ish Inclusive Children’s Books on Autism and Neurodiversity – This comprehensive list provides inclusive children’s books focusing on autism and neurodiversity, curated by Not an Autism Mom. notanautismmom.com 
  • Kids’ Books to Celebrate Neurodiversity – The Denver Public Library offers a curated list of children’s books that celebrate neurodiversity, promoting understanding and acceptance. denverlibrary.org+1midwestautismservices.com+1 
  • Neurodiverse Affirming Books to Read with Your Child – The Neurodiversity Family Centre provides recommendations for books that affirm neurodiverse experiences, suitable for reading with children. neurodiversityfamilycentre.com 
  • Neurodiversity and Disability Resources – The Children’s Book Council offers a collection of resources and book lists highlighting neurodiverse and disability communities, suitable for children and caregivers. cbcbooks.org 
  • Think Differently: A Neurodiversity Reading List – Santa Clara City Library’s BiblioCommons provides a reading list featuring books about neurodiversity, including neurodivergent characters or authors. sclibrary.bibliocommons.com 

Films and TV 

  • 37 Movies Featuring Autism: a list of the top movies around the web featuring autism; ranging from child friendly to adult films. 
  • Movies that authentically represent neurodivergent experiences, learning differences, and diverse ways of thinking - Common Sense Media.Podcasts 

Podcasts 

  • This list shares some great podcasts by neurodivergent people and includes the intersection of other identities. 

Websites 

E-update Ending: Set Up MyDulwich Now

The Weekly E-update newsletter will be discontinued from April 2025. After this date, school news updates will be delivered exclusively through the MyDulwich platform.

Parents who have not yet logged into their MyDulwich accounts are strongly encouraged to do so before the April transition to ensure uninterrupted access to school updates and announcements.

A Simple Guide to MyDulwich Essentials

A PDF guide to MyDulwich covering login procedures, web app installation for both iOS and Android devices, and notification preference settings is available here.

For those who prefer video tutorials, individual guides are available on YouTube:

How to Login to MyDulwich

Installing MyDulwich on iPhone

Installing MyDulwich on Android

Adjusting Notifications

Need Help? Visit Our “Genius Bar” Drop-in Sessions 

To help you explore MyDulwich firsthand, we are running “Genius Bar” drop-in sessions in our school foyer throughout March. Our staff will be on hand to walk you through the platform’s key features, answer your questions, and show you how to make the most of its capabilities. 

Date Time 
3/25/2025 (Tue) 3:00pm – 4:00pm 
3/26/2025 (Wed) 9:30am – 10:30am 
3/27/2025 (Thu) 3:00pm – 4:00pm 

The transition to MyDulwich represents the school’s ongoing commitment to streamlining communications and providing families with timely access to important information.

Ongoing Development 

Please note that we are still actively developing the platform. You may encounter some sections that are incomplete or experience occasional bugs. We appreciate your patience and feedback as we continue to enhance the system. 

If you encounter any difficulties or have questions about using MyDulwich, please submit your feedback through our anonymous feedback form or contact us by email at marketing@dulwich-seoul.kr. Your input helps us continuously improve the platform for all Dulwich families.

Warm regards, 
The Communications Team 

Ian C (Year 9) Wins Public Speaking Contest

We are delighted to announce that Ian C (Year 9) has been crowned champion at the Green Project Public Speaking: South Korea Regional Round. Ian competed in the highest division of the tournament and secured first place with his outstanding oratory skills.

This impressive achievement reflects Ian’s dedication to developing his public speaking abilities and his passion for environmental issues. The Green Project competition challenges participants to articulate compelling ideas about sustainability and environmental stewardship—skills that align perfectly with our College’s values.

Congratulations to Ian on this remarkable accomplishment! We look forward to seeing how he continues to develop his talents and represent Dulwich College Seoul in future competitions.

IB Visual Art Exhibition

Dulwich Experience Parent Survey 

Deadline: Tuesday, 25 March 2025 

Our annual Dulwich Experience Parent Survey focuses on your personal experiences as a parent and provides an opportunity for you to share written comments about areas of strength and areas for improvement. You can access this survey through the Dulwich Experience Parent Survey link. 

This survey is available in both English and Korean and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. It provides the College with valuable insights into families’ experiences and helps identify areas for continued improvement. 

Parents with questions about either survey are encouraged to contact marketing@dulwich-seoul.kr for assistance.  

Re-enrolment for 2025/26 Academic Year

We are defaulting to re-enrolment UNLESS a parent opts out to submit a withdrawal form to notify they’re leaving. As such, no action is required on your part IF you are returning next academic year, and we will assume you are re-enrolling your child/ren. However, you MUST submit a withdrawal form by the deadline IF you are leaving.

2025/26 Terms and Conditions

Please find the Terms and Conditions for 2025-26 academic year. Your payment for the new school year/term will be recorded as your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

If your child is leaving

If your child is leaving DCSL and NOT returning in August 2025, please submit the DCSL Withdrawal Form here by Monday 31 March 2025. Detail information including your child’s School Code was sent to you on Monday 24 February.

  • Your date of official notice for withdrawal will be the submission date of this form.
  • If you have more than one child at the College, please fill out a form for each child separately.
  • If you have any difficulties submitting the form before the deadline, please email Re-enrolment@dulwich-seoul.kr as early as possible before the deadline.
  • Cancellation of submitted withdrawals after the deadline may not guarantee your child’s place in the new academic year depending on the waitlist situation of the Year Group.  
  • Please note that a withdrawal form submitted after the deadline of Monday 31 March 2025 will result in your losing the deposit without exception.

For questions about the general withdrawal process, please contact us at Re-enrolment@dulwich-seoul.kr or 02-3015-8502.

If your child will continue to be enrolled 

If you child is staying at DCSL, no action is required. However, if you would like to update your information for Parent Contact, Bus, Payment Term, Company Payer, please complete this Information Update for Re-enrolling Families form by Monday 31 March. This form is strictly optional.

Details of tuition fees for the next academic year will be made available through the usual channels, such as the College website.

Thank you so much.

Dulwich College Seoul Admissions

Join us for an event on Fostering Male Allies ft. Best-selling Author James Rhee of Red Helicopter

We are pleased to invite you to the AMCHAM Korea‘s Women’s Leadership Committee’s very first event this year on 27 March on fostering male allies to advance women’s empowerment in the workplace. James will speak about the ideas behind his book, the red helicopter, whose Korean version recently came out, and how it relates to the topic at hand, the importance of male allies in creating more inclusive workplaces (and more successful companies). 

This event is intended to bring male allies into the fold. We thought it would be a perfect opportunity to lower the barrier for male allies who want to support women’s empowerment but may need some pointers and strategies to do so. 

After a brief talk by James, Dulwich College Seoul’s Director of Communications, Marketing & External Relations Namju Cho will moderate a panel of distinguished speakers including James, Joo-Seuk Maing (맹주석), and Jade, Young-ok Kim of LEGOLAND Korea Resort.

Dulwich College Seoul is proud to sponsor this meaningful event and host it at our College, in partnership with AMCHAM Korea, British Chamber of Commerce in Korea and AHK Korea (Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry). Diversity and inclusion are core values and we are looking forward to the robust discussion to be had! (We recently hosted the Women in International Schools Empowerment (WISE) conference and our historic all-female academic leadership team was extensively covered in local media.)

Space is limited so please RSVP early via this link here. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. See flyer and link for details.

No Summer School This Year – Alternative Programmes Available 

As we undertake extensive facilities work on campus this summer, we will not be offering a Summer School programme. However, we are pleased to share two exciting external options for families looking to enrich their children’s holiday experience: 

HIF International Summer Adventure Camp 2025 (ages 10-16) 
13–26 July (Core Camp) | 26–31 July (Optional Cultural Extension) 
Hosted at HIF School in the beautiful Engadine Valley in Switzerland, this camp offers language immersion, STEM workshops, cultural exploration, and adventure activities—all supported by a 1:9 staff-to-student ratio. Families will handle their own travel arrangements, and an optional chaperone service may be offered depending on interest. To learn more or register, please contact camp@eimglobal.com. 

Register now by clicking on this link.  

Green Camp Bali provides a range of immersive, nature-focused experiences—from short family retreats to youth camps, and summer programmes. Each one emphasises sustainability, intercultural learning, and hands-on exploration in a unique setting. To learn more about specific camp options, dates, and enrolment, please visit the Green Camp Bali website. 

We hope these alternatives will provide your children with fulfilling educational and cultural experiences this summer. If you have any questions, please contact us in the school office. Thank you for your understanding and support as we improve our facilities for an even better Dulwich experience. 

Call for Volunteers: Global Citizenship Day

We are thrilled to announce that Global Citizenship Day will take place on Wednesday, 23 April, and we invite parents to take part in this celebration of our wonderfully diverse community. We have 46 countries represented at Dulwich College Seoul, and we would love to see as many as possible showcased at the event. Volunteers will set up a stall representing their home country, complete with snacks, decorations, and any other items that capture the essence of your culture. To register your interest in participating, please click here. This event will be held during the school day, and we welcome all parents who are eager to share their unique heritage with our students and staff.

HIF International Summer Adventure Camp 2025

We are pleased to introduce the HIF International Summer Adventure Camp 2025, an enriching programme designed to foster academic growth, cultural exploration, and life skills development in the breathtaking Engadine Valley, Switzerland.

Programme Overview

  • Dates: 13–26 July 2025 (core camp), with an optional cultural extension (26–31 July) to explore iconic European cities.
  • Eligibility: Open to students aged 10–16.
  • Capacity: Limited to 60 participants with a 1:9 staff-to-student ratio ensuring dedicated supervision.
  • Curriculum: A well-rounded programme featuring language immersion, STEM workshops, cultural activities, and adventure-based learning.
  • Fees: CHF 4,500 for the core camp; CHF 1,500 for the optional extension (exclusive to EiM group students). Fees exclude visa applications and flights.

Registration & Next Steps

  • More Information & Registration: Click here to register.
  • Induction Session: HIF will host an online induction in January to provide further details and answer queries.
  • Payment & Contracts: Parents will complete payment directly following contract issuance by HIF.

For further details, please visit the programme brochure and risk assessment reference through the provided links. For inquiries, contact camp@eimglobal.com.

This is a valuable opportunity for students to engage in a transformative summer experience in Switzerland. Spaces are limited—early registration is recommended.

Global Citizenship Introductions

We are Lynsey Gogin and Lara Small, Global Citizenship Leads at Dulwich College Seoul, and we are honoured to advance our schools mission to inspire students to grow as global citizens who make a positive difference in the world.

One of our goals is to create meaningful, inclusive experiences that reflect and celebrate our diverse community. To achieve this, we are reaching out to invite enthusiastic volunteers to help mentor individuals and contribute to a variety of initiatives. We believe that your unique perspectives and experiences will greatly enrich our Global Citizenship programs.

Here are some of the key topics and events where we are looking for volunteers throughout the year:

March 2025

Neurodiversity: Share insights and support for individuals with different neurological conditions and learning styles.

International Women’s Day: Lead conversations and events that celebrate women’s achievements and address gender equity.

April 2025

Earth Week: Contribute ideas and actions to raise awareness about environmental sustainability and our role in protecting our planet.

June 2025

Pride: Support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community through inclusive activities and discussions.

If you are interested in volunteering or have any ideas to contribute, please reach out to us at lynsey.gogin@dulwich-seoul.kr/ lara.small@dulwich-seoul.kr Your involvement will be invaluable in helping us build a more inclusive and engaging environment for everyone.

We look forward to working with you and making a positive impact together!

Warm regards,

Lynsey Gogin and Lara Small (Global Citizen Leads)

The Ambassador Platform

We’re pleased to share “The Ambassador Platform” with our community—an interactive chatting app that’s been connecting prospective parents with our dedicated community of parents. Our team of parent ambassadors has been doing a great job engaging with potential families, sharing personal experiences, and offering advice to showcase why Dulwich College Seoul is a great choice.

This platform is not only useful for prospective parents but also a helpful resource for our current parents. They can easily start a conversation with our experienced parent ambassadors to get answers to any questions they may have about Dulwich College Seoul’s school life. Click here to start chatting and learn more about our community and the enriching experiences at Dulwich College Seoul for your family!

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