Malvern College Tokyo Holds Grand Opening Ceremony
Landmark event draws luminaries from the fields of education, politics and business
Officiating guests (from left to right) perform the ribbon cutting ceremony at Malvern College Tokyo. 1. Mr Michael Chan, Director of Malvern College International, Asia Pacific 2. Mr Mike Spencer, Founding Headmaster of Malvern College Tokyo 3. Prof. Roger D. Kornberg, Nobel Laureate for Chemistry at the School of Medicine of Stanford University 4. Ms Jacqueline So, Co-founder and Chief Executive of Malvern College International, Asia Pacific 5. Ms Julia Longbottom CMG, the British Ambassador to Japan 6. Mr Keith Metcalfe, Headmaster of Malvern College 7. Mr Samuel Wu, Director of Malvern College International, Asia Pacific 8. Dr Robin Lister, Regional Executive Director of Malvern College International, Asia Pacific. (Photo: Business Wire)
Professor Kornberg engages with primary pupils in the masterclass, discussing what it means to be a scientist, the importance of DNA, and the connection between DNA and family. The pupils are fully engaged, asking thoughtful questions on these fascinating subjects." (Photo: Business Wire)
Professor Kornberg hosted a masterclass on DNA and RNA, considering both their structure and function, and providing a deeper understanding of the building-blocks that govern life, for Malvern College Tokyo secondary students. (Photo: Business Wire)
Prof Kornberg giving a Master Class on DNA to pupils at Malvern College Tokyo. (Photo: Business Wire)
Ms So explained that MCT will offer a rich learning environment: “This sanctuary of learning is not just another school, but a place where young minds will be nurtured and inspired to embrace an international mindset, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, science, sports and environmental consciousness.”
Professor Kornberg spoke about MCT’s dedication to the sciences: “Malvern College Tokyo, with its state-of-the-art facilities and well-equipped laboratories, is poised to become a hub of scientific exploration and discovery. I am thrilled to witness the passion for learning and the thirst for knowledge that exists within this community.”
In closing, Mr Spencer highlighted MCT’s diverse and thorough educational approach: “We aim to provide our pupils with the complete set of tools they need to navigate a bright future ahead. Across all our academic, co-curricular and holistic educational efforts, Malvern College Tokyo is aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals to drive inclusive, equitable, quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.”
About Malvern College Tokyo
Malvern College Tokyo is UK-based Malvern College’s seventh overseas school. It aims to be the first British-branded all-through IB school in Tokyo. It will initially accommodate pupils from Years 1 to 9, growing to provide 950 places for primary and secondary pupils up to Year 13 by 2027.
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Website: https://www.malverncollegetokyo.jp/
Contact
Malvern College Tokyo
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