Mr Green

HFS Newsletter – T1W3

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Dear HFS Community,

We’re off to a lively start this term, with plenty of exciting events and updates to share. From the PTA Snack Market and preparations for Halloween, to new curriculum units, sports fixtures and safety reminders, there’s lots happening in and around school. Thank you, as always, for your support in making HFS such a vibrant and welcoming community for our students.

PTA Snack Market

The PTA will hold a Snack Market during the morning break on Friday 19th September, as a fundraiser for the PTA budget.
On this day, students may:

  • Enjoy their own snack from home, or
  • Purchase snacks prepared by the PTA.

Please remember that students who want to purchase snacks from the PTA Snack Market next Friday will need to bring some coins or small notes.

Parent donations for baked goods, simple finger foods, or store-bought snacks are welcome. They can be sent to the Admin Office with your child before Friday.

PTA Halloween

The PTA are busy organising an amazing Halloween event for the students on Friday 24th October. Further details to follow, but it is going to be great.

The PTA has a KakaoTalk group for anyone interested in helping with events or just keeping up to date with the PTA. All are welcome to join.

School Consultative Group

The Term 1 meeting of the School Consultative Group will be held on Wednesday 1st October.

Parents can forward agenda items for consideration to the Parent Representative – Mr Donnison. Hi s contact details are available from the Admin Office.

The School Consultative Group is looking for new parent representative members.

The School Consultative Group is a group of parents, teachers and administrators who meet termly to discuss school operations.

The purpose of this group is to:

  • To ensure smooth and effective communication amongst all stakeholders in the school
  • To help the school community acquire an improved understanding of the operation of the school
  • To more readily listen to the views and opinions of the school community and reflect them in the management of the school
  • School Consultative Group Policy and Procedures

Mr Donnison is currently our parent representative and is happy to continue in his role, but we would like another parent member to join. The school is very appreciative of the role played by parent representatives on the School Consultative Group in facilitating constructive dialogue amongst the school community.

If you would be interested in joining this group, please contact Mr Green. If more than one parent is interested in joining, elections will be held.

Fire Alarm

On Thursday, we carried out a fire drill to ensure that all staff and students are familiar with the correct procedures if the fire alarm sounds during the school day. The drill went smoothly, with everyone evacuating the building safely and assembling at the designated area at the far end of the football pitch.

We would also like to remind all visitors that, in the event of a fire alarm, they must evacuate immediately and join us at the muster point at the end of the pitch. For this reason, it is very important that all visitors sign in at reception on arrival so that we can account for everyone on site.

Regular practice like this helps us to keep our community safe and ensures that students, staff and visitors all know exactly what to do in the unlikely event of an emergency.

Bus Code of Conduct

To help us keep the school bus a safe and respectful space for all children, we kindly ask all families to complete the Bus Code of Conduct Form. If you have not yet done so, please submit the form by Friday 12th September using the link below:

Bus Code of Conduct

Thank you for supporting positive behaviour and safety on the bus.

Also, for safety reasons, students should board and get off the bus only at their designated stop. We check boarding based on the stop that was registered, so using a different stop may cause confusion and raise safety concerns.

SKAIS Events

The South Korea Association of International Schools (SKAIS) is a network of international schools that work together to share best practices and organise interschool events. As a member, Hyundai Foreign School gives students the chance to join activities with peers from across the country, helping them build friendships and teamwork skills and enjoy some competitive sport. – SKAIS Website

We are hoping to take part in the events listed below this term.

Upcoming SKAIS Events

  • Saturday 27th September – Cross Country at ISB – Years 5 and above
  • Tuesday 30th September – Elementary School Football at GIFS – Years 5 and 6
  • Saturday 15th November – Elementary School Football at ISB – Years 5 and 6
  • Thursday 20th November – Cross Country at DIS – Years 5 and above
  • Saturday 22nd November – Middle School Football at ISB – Years 7 and above

Notes:

  • Parents may be asked to share the cost of transport to events their children are participating in
  • Even if we don’t have enough students to make a team, it is possible to still participate in team events by forming ‘SKAIS United’ teams with other small schools
  • Students from HFS will be accompanied, coached and supervised by our staff
  • The school will arrange transport based on the number of students attending
  • If you have any questions about SKAIS Events, please contact Mr Green

If you think your child may want to join a SKAIS event, please complete the form below so that we can gauge interest and start making some plans. Further details will follow.

At HFS we believe in the power of friendly, competitive sports to build character in young people. We encourage as many students as possible to take part in SKAIS.

Ms Jiyu → Ms Ann

Starting in Week 5, Ms Jiyu will be taking 6 months off school for parenting leave. Ms Jiyu will be replaced by Ms Ann, who was interviewed this week. Ms Ann will be in school and on the bus shadowing Ms Jiyu next week, as well as completing training at school.

We wish Ms Jiyu a happy leave period, and we look forward to seeing her again in the new year.

New IPC/IMYC Units

At HFS, our students learn through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC).

These exciting, cross-curricular units link subjects such as science, history, art and geography through big ideas that make learning meaningful and fun. English and Mathematics are taught through separate programmes, giving students a strong foundation in core skills alongside their wider thematic learning.

From hands-on entry points to creative exit projects, our students build knowledge, skills and global awareness – growing into curious, confident and compassionate learners

Here are the exciting units that classes are about to start studying.

Mrs Sim’ Class

Mrs Staines Class

Ms Temple’s Class

Mr Dunn’s Class

Lunches

To help lunch run smoothly, we ask parents to consider:

  • Microwaveable lunchboxes – If food needs to be heated up, it should be in a microwaveable container. Spills most often happen when we have to transfer food to another container to be heated.
  • Cutlery – Please provide eating utensils.
  • Dropped Lunches – Sometimes students drop their lunches. If a lunch is dropped on the floor, the Admin Office will contact parents for a replacement, so that your child can still enjoy their lunch. The school cannot provide food.

Admin Office

The Admin Office is ready to answer any questions you may have.

  • Email: admin@hyundaiforeignschool.com
  • Tel: 052-252-2851

Quick Links

Upcoming Dates

  • PTA Snack Market – Friday 19th September
  • Chuseok Celebration – Wednesday 24th September
  • SKAIS Elementary School Football at GIFS – Tuesday 30th September
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday 1st October
  • HFS Open Day – Tuesday 14th October
  • Halloween – Friday 24th October
  • SKAIS Elementary School Football at ISB – Saturday 15th November
  • Children’s International Festival – Wednesday 19th November
  • SKAIS Cross Country at DIS – Thursday 20th November
  • SKAIS Middle School Football at ISB – Saturday 22nd November
  • HFS Open Day – Tuesday 2nd December
  • Winter Show – Wednesday 10th December

Class Updates

Don’t forget to check your child’s class update for this week.

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

HFS Newsletter – T1W2

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It has been a wonderful start to the school year at HFS, and we are so grateful to all the parents who joined us for class orientation meetings this week. Your support means so much to us as we work together to give your children the best possible learning experience. In this update you’ll find information about after-school activities, PTA events, library reminders, SKAIS sports opportunities and other important dates. We hope you find it helpful and, as always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Class Orientation Meetings

Thank you to all the parents who attended our class orientation meetings this week. We greatly appreciate the time you took to join us and your continued support for our school.

During the meetings, teachers shared important information about class routines, expectations, and the exciting learning opportunities ahead this year. We hope you found the sessions helpful in understanding how we can work together to support your child’s learning journey.

For those who were unable to attend, or if you would like to revisit the presentations, they are now available on the class pages and can also be accessed directly below.

We encourage you to look through the slides and reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any further questions.

Important Class Information Presentations:

Is Everyone Safe and Happy?

This simple safeguarding promise reminds our students that:
– All adults at HFS are here to listen and act quickly if they need help.
– Their rights to safety, happiness, and fairness are always respected.
– They can always talk to a trusted adult, write a note, or ask their parents to help them share their worries.

This poster is displayed around school, and we show it to the student at every assembly.

Together, we look out for one another so that every child at HFS feels safe, supported, and happy.

Our full Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and Procedures can be found on the HFS website.

After-School Activities

We are excited to let you know that our After-School Activities programme will start next week.

Please take a moment to check the sign-up list below to confirm your child’s participation and review the bus schedule for after-school activities. This will help ensure that all children are safely accounted for and that travel arrangements run smoothly.

NB: To make sure activities and buses run smoothly, we cannot accept additional sign-ups or changes after Week 3.

If you have any questions about activities or buses, please contact the Admin Office.

PTA

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is committed to organising enjoyable and meaningful events that enrich school life. We warmly invite all parents to get involved and become part of this supportive community.

If you would like to help with PTA events this year, or simply stay informed about upcoming activities, please join their KakaoTalk group.

School Consultative Group

The School Consultative Group is looking for new parent representative members.

The School Consultative Group is a group of parents, teachers and administrators who meet termly to discuss school operations.

  • The purpose of this group is to:
    • To ensure smooth and effective communication amongst all stakeholders in the school
    • To help the school community acquire an improved understanding of the operation of the school
    • To more readily listen to the views and opinions of the school community and reflect them in the management of the school
    • School Consultative Group Policy and Procedures

Mr Donnison is currently our parent representative and is happy to continue in his role, but we would like another parent member to join. The school is very appreciative of the role played by parent representatives on the School Consultative Group in facilitating constructive dialogue amongst the school community.

If you would be interested in joining this group, please contact Mr Green. If more than one parent is interested in joining, elections will be held.

Piano Lessons

Miss Elizabeth has space for extra students for piano lessons on Mondays. Contact the Admin Office for more information.

Library Books

At Hyundai Foreign School we want to encourage students to read as widely as possible.

To help us achieve this, we ask for your support with the following:

  • Please make sure your child brings their library books to school every Friday for library time.
  • Books should come to school even if they do not need to be changed, as we want to enjoy some quiet reading time together at school.
  • All students are expected to borrow books from the library.

Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading in our students.

PTA Snack Market

The PTA will hold a Snack Market during the morning break on Friday 19th September, as a fundraiser for the PTA budget.
On this day, students may:

  • Enjoy their own snack from home, or
  • Purchase snacks prepared by the PTA.

Parent donations for baked goods, simple finger foods, or store-bought snacks are welcome. They can be sent to the Admin Office with your child by the morning of the day.

SKAIS Events

The South Korea Association of International Schools (SKAIS) is a network of international schools that work together to share best practices and organise interschool events. As a member, Hyundai Foreign School gives students the chance to join activities with peers from across the country, helping them build friendships and teamwork skills and enjoy some competitive sport. – SKAIS Website

We are hoping to take part in the events listed below this term.

Upcoming SKAIS Events

  • Saturday 27th September – Cross Country at ISB – Years 5 and above
  • Tuesday 30th September – Elementary School Football at GIFS – Years 5 and 6
  • Saturday 15th November – Elementary School Football at ISB – Years 5 and 6
  • Thursday 20th November – Cross Country at DIS – Years 5 and above
  • Saturday 22nd November – Middle School Football at ISB – Years 7 and above

Notes:

  • Parents may be asked to share the cost of transport to events their children are participating in
  • Even if we don’t have enough students to make a team, it is possible to still participate in team events by forming ‘SKAIS United’ teams with other small schools
  • Students from HFS will be accompanied, coached and supervised by our staff
  • If you have any questions about SKAIS Events, please contact Mr Green

If you think your child may want to join a SKAIS event, please complete the form below so that we can gauge interest and start making some plans. Further details will follow.

At HFS we believe in the power of friendly, competitive sports to build character in young people. We encourage as many students as possible to take part in SKAIS.

Admin Office

The Admin Office is ready to answer any questions you may have.

  • Email: admin@hyundaiforeignschool.com
  • Tel: 052-252-2851

Quick Links

Upcoming Dates

  • Fire Drill – Thursday 11th September
  • PTA Snack Market – Friday 19th September
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday 24th September
  • SKAIS Cross Country at ISB – Saturday 27th September
  • SKAIS Elementary School Football at GIFS – Tuesday 30th September
  • HFS Open Day – Tuesday 14th October
  • Children’s International Festival – Wednesday 19th November
  • SKAIS Elementary School Football at ISB – Saturday 15th November
  • SKAIS Cross Country at DIS – Thursday 20th November
  • SKAIS Middle School Football at ISB – Saturday 22nd November
  • HFS Open Day – Tuesday 2nd December
  • Winter Show Wednesday 10th December

Class Updates

Don’t forget to check your child’s class update for this week.

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

HFS Newsletter – T1W1

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First week finished!

We’ve had a wonderful start together, and there’s plenty to look forward to in the weeks ahead, from class orientation meetings and after-school activities to our first PTA coffee morning.

Please take a moment to read through the updates below and mark those important dates in your calendar – it’s going to be a busy and exciting start to the term!

Class Orientation Meetings

You should have received details regarding class orientation meetings from your class teacher.

These meetings are an opportunity for the teacher to explain the curriculum and class routines. All parents are encouraged to attend. Look out for an email from your class teacher.

We hope to see you all next week!

  • Mrs Sim’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Thursday 4th September – 2:45-3:30pm
  • Miss Staines’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 10:45-11:30am
  • Ms Temple’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 2:30pm-3:30pm
  • Mr Dunn’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 1:45-2:30pm

After-School Activities

Please use the form below to register for after-school activities in Term 1.

The deadline for registration is Wednesday, 3rd September – Week 2

After-School Activities start in Week 3 and run until Week 13.

After-School Activities – Term 1 2025/26

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

All parents are invited to join the PTA!

If you are interested in joining, please come to our coffee morning on Monday 1st September at 10.30am

The PTA is for parents, teachers, students and administration to work together to support the school through social events, fundraising and volunteer opportunities, with the goal of enhancing the cultural, social and educational life of the school, benefiting the children and contributing to the life of all members of the school community.

  • PTA Coffee Morning – Monday 1st September – 10.30am

School Consultative Group

The School Consultative Group is looking for new parent representative members. The School Consultative Group is a group of parents, teachers and administrators who meet termly to discuss school operations

  • The purpose of this group is to:
    • To ensure smooth and effective communication amongst all stakeholders in the school
    • To help the school community acquire an improved understanding of the operation of the school
    • To more readily listen to the views and opinions of the school community and reflect them in the management of the school
    • School Consultative Group Policy and Procedures

If you would be interested in joining this group, please contact Mr Green. If more than one parent is interested in joining, elections will be held.

Uniform

The start of the year might be a good time to order some new uniform. Please remember that all students are expected to own a uniform for school trips and special occasions.

Uniforms can be ordered online – School Uniform Order Form

Students can visit the Admin Office to try on uniforms for size.

Cambridge Insight Tests

Students in Year 2 and above will take Cambridge Insight Tests in maths and English this week or next.. These are a series of short online assessments that help us to track pupils’ progress over time and identify students who may need extra help or support. The individual results of these assessments will be made available to parents in Week 3.

School Bus Code of Conduct

To ensure the safe and smooth operation of the school buses, we ask all parents and students who will be using the bus to read and acknowledge our School Bus Code of Conduct.

Contact Forms

  • Does the school have up-to-date contact information for you?
  • Have you moved house or changed phone numbers?
  • Has any medical or safety information for your child changed?

If so, please contact the Admin Office to update your details.

Temporary Teacher Assistant

We are currently advertising for a temporary teaching assistant. If you know someone who may be interested, please share this opportunity.

HFS is now on LinkedIn

We are proud to be launching our LinkedIn page to share life at Hyundai Foreign School with our wider community.

From classroom highlights and community events to exciting opportunities and school achievements, we’re looking forward to showcasing what makes our small international school in Ulsan so special.

We’d love you to follow us and share our posts.

Admin Office

The Admin Office is ready to answer any questions you may have.

  • Email: admin@hyundaiforeignschool.com
  • Tel: 052-252-2851

Quick Links

Upcoming Dates

  • PTA Coffee Morning – Monday 1st September – 10.30am
  • Miss Staines’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 10:45-11:30am
  • Ms Temple’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 2:30pm-3:30pm
  • Mr Dunn’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 1:45-2:30pm
  • Mrs Sim’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Thursday 4th September – 2:45-3:30pm

Class Updates

Don’t forget to check your child’s class update for this week.

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

HFS Newsletter – T1W0

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The start of the school year is just around the corner!

We are very excited to welcome all our students back after the summer break and to see our classrooms filled with curiosity, energy and friendship once again.

Our teachers have been busy preparing engaging lessons and exciting opportunities for learning, and we are looking forward to supporting every child as they grow both academically and personally this year.

We cannot wait to see our returning families and to extend a very warm welcome to those who are joining HFS for the first time. It promises to be a wonderful year ahead, filled with new discoveries, achievements and memorable moments.

Please take a moment to read through the information below carefully

See you all on Monday!

Bus Schedule and Pick-up Points

Please make sure you check the bus schedule and pick-up points carefully.

NB – All times and pick-up points may have changed, so please check carefully.

If you have any questions, please contact the Admin Office

Bus Schedule and Pick-up Points

Bus information is also always available through the Quick Links section of the school webpage or directly from the Admin Office.

School Bus Code of Conduct

To ensure the safe and smooth operation of the school buses, we ask all parents and students who will be using the bus to read and acknowledge our School Bus Code of Conduct.

Contact Forms

  • Does the school have up-to-date contact information for you?
  • Have you moved house or changed phone numbers?
  • Has any medical or safety information for your child changed?

If so, please contact the Admin Office to update your details.

Class Orientation Meetings

You should have received details regarding curriculum meetings from your class teacher.

These meetings are an opportunity for the teacher to explain the curriculum and class routines. All parents are encouraged to attend. Look out for an email from your class teacher.

  • Mrs Sim’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Thursday 4th September – 2:45-3:30pm
  • Miss Staines’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday 3rd September – 10:45-11:30am
  • Ms Temple’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday at 2:30pm-3:30pm
  • Mr Dunn’s Class Orientation Meeting – Week 2 – Wednesday at 13:45-14:30pm

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

All parents are invited to join the PTA!

If you are interested in joining, please come to our coffee morning on Monday 1st September

The PTA is for parents, teachers, students and administration to work together to support the school through social events, fundraising and volunteer opportunities, with the goal of enhancing the cultural, social and educational life of the school, benefiting the children and contributing to the life of all members of the school community.

  • PTA Coffee Morning – Monday 1st September – 10.30am

School Calendar

Be sure to check the School Calendar!

After-School Activities

After-school activities will begin in Week 3 and continue until Week 13.
Sign-ups will be available in Week 1

School Newsletters

School newsletters are published every weekend and contain lots of important information. The school newsletter is emailed to the addresses the school has on record for all parents and students. Please contact the Admin Office if you are not receiving a newsletter or would like the newsletter delivered to a different address.

Upcoming Dates

  • First Day for all Students – Monday 25th August
  • PTA Coffee Morning – Monday 1st September

Quick Links

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

Class Updates

Don’t forget to read your latest Class Update!

Admin Office

The Admin Office is open and ready to answer any questions you may have.

  • Email: admin@hyundaiforeignschool.com
  • Tel: 052-252-2851

Staff Training and Induction Week

The student might start next week, but HFS staff have been hard at work this week preparing for the new year.

We’ve refreshed our first aid skills, reviewed important school policies and procedures, welcomed our new staff and students, made sure all our learning spaces are ready to welcome students, and most importantly, reconnected as a team.

It’s been a week full of learning, laughter and plenty of coffee, and now we’re excited and ready to welcome our wonderful students back!

See you on Monday, and bring on the new school year at HFS!

HFS Newsletter – Welcome!

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Welcome!

Welcome to the 2025/26 school year at HFS

The first school newsletter will be published on Friday with lots of information. In the meantime, here are a few things to help the year start smoothly.

We look forward to a successful start to the year and to all that 2025/26 will bring for our school community.

Admin Office

The Admin Office is open and ready to answer any questions you may have.

  • Email: admin@hyundaiforeignschool.com
  • Tel: 052-252-2851

Staff Training Week

Staff are in school this week preparing for the new year and completing training and professional development. If you need to contact us this week, we are here.

Induction Day

New families joining HFS should have received an email regarding Induction Day on Friday 22nd August. We are looking forward to meeting you all and welcoming you to your new school.

If you did not receive an email, please contact the Admin Office.

School Bus

The school bus schedule will be published later this week when we have tested the route.

Curriculum Meetings

You should soon receive details regarding curriculum meetings with your class teacher. These meetings are an opportunity for the teacher to explain the curriculum and class routines. All parents are encouraged to attend. Look out for an email from your class teacher.

After-School Activities

After-school activities will begin in Week 3 and continue until Week 13.
Sign-ups will be available in Week 1

School Newsletters

School newsletters are published every weekend and contain lots of important information. The school newsletter is emailed to the addresses the school has on record for all parents and students. Please contact the Admin Office if you are not receiving a newsletter or would like the newsletter delivered to a different address.

School Calendar

Upcoming Dates

  • New Student Induction Day – Friday 22nd August
  • First Day for all Students – Monday 25th August
  • PTA Coffee Morning – Monday 1st September

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

Class Updates

Don’t forget to read your latest Class Update!

HFS Newsletter – T3W11

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Last Week of Term

The last week of term is here, and there are still many things going on at HFS. We hope to see lots of families on Friday for our final assembly and potluck lunch. The details can be found below.

Gyeongju World Trip and Bad Weather

The weather forecast is not looking good for Tuesday’s trip to Gyeongju World. We will keep watching the forecasts and make a decision on Monday. There is a possibility that the trip will be postponed until Thursday, when the weather looks better. Parents will be informed either way on Monday.

Final Day Assembly

Parents and friends of HFS are welcome to join a special assembly to celebrate the end of the year on Friday, 27th June, at 11.30am. We will celebrate some highlights from the year, say goodbye to some friends and acknowledge some special achievements. Assembly will be followed by the Potluck Lunch (details below).

Last Day Potluck Lunch

The school, with the help of the PTA, is organising a potluck lunch and party for the last day of term.

Details

  • Date: Friday, 27th June (last day of term)
  • Time: From 12.30pm
  • Location: On the playground and football pitch at school
  • Who: Parents and friends of the school are invited to join us for some lunch and a social gathering to celebrate the end of term
  • The PTA have organised this spreadsheet for families who want to share a dish
  • Please add to the spreadsheet if you want to share some food
  • If you have questions about food, please contact the PTA
  • Students will likely not need an individual lunch on this day but are welcome to bring one if they wish to
  • The school will provide a small amount of pizza for all students
  • After a picnic lunch, there will be time to socialise

ABC Countdown

Anti-Graft Laws

As we come to the end of the school year, please be reminded of the school’s policy regarding giving gifts to staff. If you need any clarification, contact the Admin Office, who will be glad to help.

In accordance with the “Prohibition of Improper Solicitation and Graft Act” which applies to all teachers at schools as well as public officials at government or public institutions in Korea, all HFS staff, both teaching and non-teaching, and their spouses are not allowed to accept gifts or gratuities. This includes all forms of individual gifts and group gifts. Even with the best intentions, giving these gifts could put the staff member and the school in legal trouble.

Gifts can only be accepted in the following circumstances:

All HFS staff may receive gifts from parents/students who are permanently leaving the school.
All HFS staff who are permanently leaving the school may receive gifts.
Gift-giving is a personal choice, and families are in no way obligated to give gifts in the above permissible circumstances. Well-wishing cards are allowed to be given at any time.

Library Donation

Our friends at Hyundai Credit Cooperative have kindly made a donation of 3 million Won, which has been used to buy new library books.

Photographs

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Sports Day Photo Album

Enjoy some great photographs from Sports Day!

Sports Day 2024/25 Google Photos Album

Art Exhibition

Thank you to everyone who came along to support the school and Miss Yuli at the art exhibition. The students and Miss Yuli created a truly amazing display of all their hard work and artistic talent.

Final Day Assembly

Parents and friends of HFS are welcome to join a special assembly to celebrate the end of the year on Friday, 27th June, at 11.30am. We will celebrate some highlights from the year, say goodbye to some friends and acknowledge some special achievements. Assembly will be followed by the Potluck Lunch (details below).

Last Day Potluck Lunch

The school, with the help of the PTA, is organising a potluck lunch and party for the last day of term.

Details

  • Date: Friday, 27th June (last day of term)
  • Time: From 12.30pm
  • Location: On the playground and football pitch at school
  • Who: Parents and friends of the school are invited to join us for some lunch and a social gathering to celebrate the end of term
  • The PTA have organised this spreadsheet for families who want to share a dish
  • Please add to the spreadsheet if you want to share some food
  • If you have questions about food, please contact the PTA
  • Students will likely not need an individual lunch on this day but are welcome to bring one if they wish to
  • The school will provide a small amount of pizza for all students
  • After a picnic lunch, there will be time to socialise

Open Day

End of Term Trip

To celebrate the end of the school year, we are going on our traditional trip to Gyeongju World on Tuesday 24th June. The students really look forward to this trip every year, and we are sure to have a great day!

Please complete the permission form below by Friday 20th June.

Payment should be made in cash to the Admin Office.

Gyeongju World Trip Permission Form

Details

  • Date – Tuesday 24th June
  • Classes – All students are going on the same trip together. Supervision arrangements will be made on a class-by-class basis and be appropriate for the age of the students. Older classes will be given more freedom to explore independently, and younger classes will be accompanied by an adult at all times. Class teachers will provide further details through their class updates.
  • Cost – Mrs Leah’s class – 25,000won. All other classes 21,000won
  • Departing Time – The buses will leave at 9am (please be on time for school)
  • Return times – Mrs Leah and Mrs Temple’s classes will return to school at 4.30pm and can take the second school bus. Mr Dunn’s, Mrs Sim’s and Ms McClellan’s classes will return to school at 3.30pm and can take the first school bus.

ABC Countdown

Here is what is coming up in the ABC Countdown!

End-of-Year Reports and Parent Teacher Conferences

End-of-Year Reports were be sent home with students on Friday, 13th June. Please check your child’s class update for details on how to arrange a parent-teacher conference.

Anti-Graft Laws

As we come to the end of the school year, please be reminded of the school’s policy regarding giving gifts to staff. If you need any clarification, contact the Admin Office, who will be glad to help.

In accordance with the “Prohibition of Improper Solicitation and Graft Act” which applies to all teachers at schools as well as public officials at government or public institutions in Korea, all HFS staff, both teaching and non-teaching, and their spouses are not allowed to accept gifts or gratuities. This includes all forms of individual gifts and group gifts. Even with the best intentions, giving these gifts could put the staff member and the school in legal trouble.

Gifts can only be accepted in the following circumstances:

  1. All HFS staff may receive gifts from parents/students who are permanently leaving the school.
  2. All HFS staff who are permanently leaving the school may receive gifts.
    Gift-giving is a personal choice, and families are in no way obligated to give gifts in the above permissible circumstances. Well-wishing cards are allowed to be given at any time.

School Consultative Group Meeting

A School Consultative Group Meeting will be held on Wednesday 18th June. Parents are represented at these meetings by Mr Geoff Donnison. If any parents have agenda items they would like to be discussed at this meeting, they should contact Mr Donnison.

HFS Newsletter – T3W9

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Sports Day

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the parents, families and friends who attended and supported our recent Sports Day.

Your presence, encouragement, and enthusiasm made the day even more special for our students. Whether you were cheering from the sidelines, helping out behind the scenes, or simply sharing in the fun, your involvement truly contributed to the positive spirit and success of the event.

It was a joy to see so many families come together to celebrate teamwork, effort, and school pride. We are grateful for your continued support and look forward to many more shared experiences in the future.

Thank you once again for being part of such a memorable day!

After School Activities

Please note that after-school activities end in week 10. There are no after-school activities in Weeks 11 or 12. Our staff need time to hold parent-teacher conferences and make final arrangements at the end of the school year.

Art Exhibition

  • HFS Art Exhibition 2025/26 is on Friday 13th June.
  • Come and celebrate all the amazing art that we have created this year!
  • Open from 10am to 4.30pm
  • If you would like to visit the exhibition with your child’s class, here are the times that they will be there:
    • 1.30-2.00 – Mr Dunn’s class
    • 2.00-2.30 – Mrs. Sim’s and Ms. McClellan’s classes
    • 2.30-3.00 – Ms Temple’s class
    • 3.00-3.30 – Mrs. Leah’s class

A note from Miss Yuli

Dear Parents,

On Friday, June 13th, we will be holding a special art exhibition in the school hall, featuring selected artworks from Term 2 and Term 3.

The exhibition will showcase the meaningful and creative works of our students, who have worked with great enthusiasm and dedication throughout their art classes. We warmly invite all parents to attend and help us celebrate the children’s efforts and artistic growth.

As Korea is our host country, this exhibition will feature many pieces that reflect Korean culture and identity, created using traditional Korean materials. Students have also explored the lives and art of notable Korean artists, which will be represented in their work.

In addition, the exhibition will include art inspired by world-renowned artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Pablo Picasso, Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Henri Matisse, and Amedeo Modigliani.

We hope you will join us for this meaningful event and enjoy the wonderful display of student creativity.

Thank you!

Warm regards,
Miss Yuli
HFS Art Teacher

Open Day

End of Term Trip

To celebrate the end of the school year, we are going on our traditional trip to Gyeongju World on Tuesday 24th June. The students really look forward to this trip every year, and we are sure to have a great day!

Please complete the permission form below by Friday 20th June.

Payment should be made in cash to the Admin Office.

Gyeongju World Trip Permission Form

Details

  • Date – Tuesday 24th June
  • Classes – All students are going on the same trip together. Supervision arrangements will be made on a class-by-class basis and be appropriate for the age of the students. Older classes will be given more freedom to explore independently, and younger classes will be accompanied by an adult at all times. Class teachers will provide further details through their class updates.
  • Cost – Mrs Leah’s class – 25,000won. All other classes 21,000won
  • Departing Time – The buses will leave at 9am (please be on time for school)
  • Returning times – Mrs Leah and Mrs Temple’s classes will return to school at 4.30pm and can take the second school bus. Mr Dunn’s, Mrs Sim’s and Ms McClellan’s classes will return to school at 3.30pm and can take the first school bus.

ABC Countdown

Here is what is coming up in the ABC Countdown!

Yearbooks

The school year has flown by, and what better way to capture all the memories, milestones, and fun than with the official school yearbook! From class photos and sports days to special events and silly moments, it’s all in there. The yearbook will be a similar format to last year’s, and samples are available from the Admin Office.

Please order your yearbook by Friday 13th June, and pay to the Admin Office in cash.

Yearbooks cost 38,000won

2025/26 Yearbook Order Form

End-of-Year Reports and Parent Teacher Conferences

End of Year Reports will be sent home with students on Friday 13th June. Please check your child’s class update for details on how to arrange a Parent-Teacher Conference.

Anti-Graft Laws

As we come to the end of the school year, please be reminded of the school’s policy regarding giving gifts to staff. If you need any clarification, please contact the Admin Office who will be glad to help.

In accordance with the “Prohibition of Improper Solicitation and Graft Act” which applies to all teachers at schools as well as public officials at government or public institutions in Korea, all HFS staff, both teaching and non-teaching, and their spouses are not allowed to accept gifts or gratuities. This includes all forms of individual gifts and group gifts. Even with the best intentions, giving these gifts could put the staff member and the school in legal trouble.

Gifts can only be accepted in the following circumstances:

  • 1. All HFS staff may receive gifts from parents/students who are permanently leaving the school.
  • 2. All HFS staff who are permanently leaving the school may receive gifts.

Gift giving is a personal choice, and families are in no way obligated to give gifts in the above permissible circumstances. Well-wishing cards are allowed to be given at any time.

School Consultative Group Meeting

A School Consultative Group Meeting will be held on Wednesday 18th June. Parents are represented at these meetings by Mr Geoff Donnison. If any parents have agenda items they would like to be discussed at this meeting, they should contact Mr Donnison.

HFS Newsletter – T3W8

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Sports Day

Come and join us for Sports Day!

HFS Sports Day will be held on Thursday 5th June from 10am at the Ulsan College Football Pitch.

Extra Details

  • Some games involve water, so students may get wet. A change of clothes and a towel would be a good idea
  • This presentation explains some of the games

Here are some details to think about:

  • Parents, family and friends are welcome to attend and cheer on the students
  • Students will need a picnic-style lunch that doesn’t need to be reheated in the microwave
  • Students have been designing their own team t-shirts that they should wear for Sports Day
  • Hats, sensible shoes and sunscreen are needed
  • Students will be sat in team groups for most of the event, and parents are welcome to sit with the team. The students are always excited to see their parents, but please make sure they are paying attention to what is happening and that they are supporting their team

ABC Countdown

The kids have really been enjoying the ABC Countdown activities so far this year. Thank you to the parents for helping out and preparing things at home.

Here are the activities for the next few days.

Open Day

Week 9

Week 9 has lots of dates to keep an eye on.

  • Monday 2nd June – Normal School Day – Ms Temple’s Class Trip
  • Tuesday 3rd June – Election Day – No School
  • Wednesday 4th June – Normal School Day
  • Thursday 5th June – HFS Sports Day
  • Friday 6th June – Memorial Day – No School

ABC Countdown

We’re excited to bring back the ABC Countdown, filled with fun and engaging activities to celebrate the final weeks of term! The same schedule applies to all classes. Please take a moment to look ahead, as some days may require a little extra preparation at home.

Important Dates in Term 3

  • Election Day – Tuesday 3rd June
  • HFS Sports Day – Thursday 5th June
  • Memorial Day Holiday – Friday 6th June
  • HFS Art Exhibition – Friday 13th June
  • End-of Year Reports Published – Friday 13th June
  • End-of Year Trips – Tuesday 24th June
  • Last day of Term 3 – Friday 27th June
  • First Day of 2025/26 School Year – Monday 25th August