UWC International

With UWC schools and colleges in 12 countries and national committees and selection contacts in over 130, the international scope of the UWC movement is truly global. The UWC movement also consists of almost 40,000 alumni and other members in virtually every country in the world.

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The International Office is the secretariat for the UWC movement and is based in London, UK.

The International Board of Directors has executive responsibility for the governance of the organisation. Its members are the Directors and Trustees of UWC International. The Board is elected by the UWC Council. The responsibilities of the UWC International Board of Directors include:

  • Defining the ethos and strategic development of the UWC movement.
  • Overseeing UWC's Colleges and National Committees.
  • Coordination of UWC’s global profile and communications.
  • Approving the functions and operations of the UWC International Office

The UWC Council has up to 60 members and meets once a year. The UWC Council elects the International Board and discusses issues of strategic, developmental and philosophical significance.Council members include college heads and chairs, national committee members, UWC alumni and others.

Find more information at www.uwc.org 

UWC Facts and Figures

  • 50 Years Old
  • Founded as Atlantic College in Wales
  • Set up by Kurt Hahn to bring together the two sides of the Cold War
  • 12 Colleges over 4 continents
  • Played leading role in developing International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • 50,000 Alumni
  • Almost 300 UWC graduating classes
  • 146 Countries Represented
  • 1 Mission- to make education a force to unite peoples, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.

Form 3 Quote Bank

Maths

“Numbers are about calculation and maths always gives you the answer”

Anesu- Form 4

TOK

“How do you know what you think you know?”

Thabiso- IB2

Art

“Expression of inner creativity and imagination”

Maeva

IB Life

“The entire classroom atmosphere is very fascinating because of all the different religions, opinions and upbringings”

Victor- IB2

Elangeni Hostel

“My fellow block residents make me feel at home and extremely comfortable”

Harvey- IB1

Academics

"You do not have to understand, just study"

Connor, Form 5 

Emhlabeni Hostel

“We are the world”

Suzanna- IB2

Campus

“There is so much to do in such a small environment”

Emhlabeni Hostel

“Its all good, very sociable, everyone is connected”

Tapiwa- IB2

IB Life

“I think the greatest challenges are time-management, activities and deadlines”

Sofia- IB2

Staff Views

"The kids are awesome"

Miss Hall 

Form 4-5 Life

“Life in Form 4 has more freedom because there are less subjects and more free time. But it also comes with a challenge which is the bigger workload”

Troy- Form 4

Economics

"Economics is the best thing ever!"

IB2 Student 

Spanish

“Spanish is a challenge compared to IGCSE, you have to work really hard”

Tanaka- IB1

Elangeni Hostel

“Elangeni is the most peaceful place at Waterford, it has a good common rom which makes it feel almost like home”

Shephard- IB1

IB Life

“Its time consuming, difficult, independent and fun”

Salha- IB1

Waterford

“It's a mixture of diverse cultures where everyone comes with their own story and background, which comes together and forms a society where you are not judged because of where you come from and who you are”

Ncobile- Form 2

Swaziland

“The environment is great in Swaziland as well as in the school and I’ve made a lot of friends”

Joshua

IT Centre

“IT is essential for us to understand the technology and how to grasp onto it”

 Likhwa- Form 3

Waterford

“Life at Waterford is full of hectic fun but above all it's tough, because there is so much to do and never enough time. Many things can be changed but never will be”

Derek- IB1

Emhlabeni Hostel

“Theres always something that distracts you, its good”

Sofia- IB1

Elangeni Hostel

“The name says it all, place of the rising sun. Spectacular view from your block with a tantalizing sunrise, every morning”

Tomer- IB1

Waterford

“It's amazing to be honest. It's the best school I have been to and I have been to a number of schools previously"

Josh- Form 4

Business Studies

"Without business there is no money" 

History

“I think History is fun but it’s a lot of hard work. Teachers make it interesting and I think it is important because history sometimes repeats itself”

Ryan- Form 3

Elangeni Hostel

“Elangeni is like home”

Michael- IB2

Art

“Art is a way in which students can express themselves and be able to actually do what they are passionate about”

Nicole

Geography

“I think Geography is a useful subject if you want to learn about the environment. I enjoy it very much”

Michaela- Form 3

Form 4-5 Life

“It's different because of our backgrounds and cultures, and how we feel as one because of unity”

Tyler D'oris F4

Waterford

“It's a journey filled with life's challenges, life long friendships, endless prep and always something to do”

Tengetile

Staff Views

"Genius without education is like silver in the mine"

Mr Churchyard 

Academics

“Science grades are a bit too high on grade standards”

P.E.

“I love PE. I just thought it was a nice time to bee a group of Form 5s doing something I like, sports”

Naomi- F5

Waterford

“The people are accepting and friendly”

Sisekelo- Form 5

P.E.

“I do P.E. Studies and the theory is complex and interesting”

Bonga- F4

Academics

“Drama pass-marks are too low. It should be 79% and above for an A”

Academics

“All play and no work made Jack a very stupid boy”

John

TOK

“To what extent can you answer a TOK question?”

Disillusioned IB2

Geography

“Geo is a very interesting subject and it’s very useful to use in my future career”

Terence- Form 3

Emhlabeni Hostel

“Where the sun never sets”

Kasper- IB2

Emhlabeni Hostel

“The boys side is a brotherhood”

Amilcar- IB2

Science

“Science is on a good level for new students coming into the school”

Min Jun- Form 2

Staff Views

"Manage your waste and preserve the environment"

Mr Boycott 

Waterford

“20 years from now it won't matter what shoe size you wore, all that will matter is your education and how you've used it”

Nombuso- Form 4

Waterford

“I think it is full of different experiences which are brought by diverse cultures”

William- Volunteer

Elangeni Hostel

“It’s very chilled and I love it”

Nomathemba- IB1

Staff Views

"The Devil makes hands for idle work"

Mr Oulton 

Art

“Art is another way in which the school allows students to express themselves and is amazing”

Daniel

Elangeni Hostel

“I just love it here”

Peniel- IB2

Campus

“The mountain and the people make it spectacular”

Art

“Through art I can scream without even saying a word”

Lomusa

Swaziland

“Waterford and the whole of Swaziland has helped me improve my social understanding and has helped me acknowledge the peace here”

Lindo- Form 3

Academics

“After 7 years of primary, I felt like a genius. After form 1... eish!!”

Waterford

“Waterford is not an individual experience; it’s a collective journey”

Anesu- Form 4

Art

“Art is a chance to express your inner feelings, a chance to express things that you cannot describe using words”

Erin

Emhlabeni Hostel

“A mixture of fun and stress, hostel is the place where you try to find the balance between work, sleep and friends”

Chikwa- IB1

P.E.

“If you’re not an active person in your spare time, you lose and important life lesson because sport makes you look good, and if you look good you feel good”

Tandza- F5

Academics

“Work hard, play hard and life won't be hard”

Lidvumiso

Life Skills

“Life Skills helps you understand people and the way they work”

Natasha- IB2

Staff Views

"If you want to make a chocolate cake, its better with chocolate"

Mr Alexander 

History

“The history teachers are cool and smart. They make history interesting for us”

Greg- Form 3

Academics

“The academic standards are good. Students should work hard to meet them”

Swaziland

“What I like most about Swaziland is the beautiful scenery and the people because they are so polite”

Qiniso

French

“Its fun while you’re doing it but when the exams come you realise it’s quite complex”

Kasper- IB2

Sports

“The sports are very diverse”

Nyara- Form 4

IB Life

“Its interesting, challenging, time-consuming and sometimes beautiful”

Relebohlile- IB2

Business Studies

"The epitome of business is eventually learning how to mind your own"

Mr CC 

IT Centre

“The IT Centre is the best place to find information”

Akhona- Form 3

Swaziland

“The beauty, the culture and the respect all make up Swaziland. Peace and tranquillity are what define Swaziland”

Sisekelo- Form 5