Mr Green

HFS Newsletter – T2W5

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Staffing for 2024/25

You may be aware that the school is currently advertising for new teachers, so we would like to inform you of staff who will be leaving HFS at the end of the year.

  • Ms McClellan will be leaving HFS to take up a new role in China
  • Mrs Leah will be leaving as her family will be relocating

We are currently shortlisting from a very strong group of candidates who responded to our job posting.

Class teacher allocations are finalised in Term 3, and parents will be informed accordingly.

Suspension of FS1/2

Due to falling enrolment, we do not currently plan on opening an FS1/2 class in 2025/26. We are open to the possibility of reopening this section of the school if demand exists.

Bus and Parking

To improve safety, we have moved the place where the students get on the bus at school.

Please do not park in the area around the buses, especially at the end of the school day.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Thank you to all the parents who attended parent-teacher conferences this week. Our teachers appreciate your interest and commitment to your child’s learning and the respectful and productive meetings that we were able to have.

If you did not have a chance to meet with your child’s teacher and would like to, please contact the teacher directly, and we can arrange a mutually convenient time.

If you would like a follow-up meeting with the principal to discuss anything, please contact Mr. Green and he will be happy to meet with you.

Continuing Enrolment Survey

As we plan for the upcoming academic year, we kindly request your participation in this Continuing Enrolment Survey. Your response will help us prepare effectively to ensure the best possible experience for our students. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey.

If you have any questions that may inform your decision on continued enrolment, Mr. Green or a member of the Admin Office would be happy to meet with you.

School Consultative Group

We have had no responses from parents wishing to join this group at this stage. If you would like to join this group, please email Mr. Green. We will keep you updated on any progress. Having parent representation in school consultation and decision-making is very valuable, so we are keen to find some parents who are willing to join.

Valentines Messages

Thank you to the PTA for organising our Valentine’s Day event. The teachers really appreciated the chocolates and kind messages.

Upcoming Events

  • International Day – Friday, 7th March
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday, 12th March

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 – T2W3

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Lunar New Year

We hope everyone had a restful and relaxing Lunar New Year holiday and that you are excited for school on Monday!

Parent-Teacher Conferences

You should have received information about parent-teacher conferences from your child’s class teacher. Remember, we are keen to see as many parents as possible, as parental involvement is an important part of the school learning process. Teachers will do their best to accommodate any reasonable request for meeting times if those offered are inconvenient. Be sure to check your class update or contact the teacher directly if you are unsure. See you soon to discuss your child’s learning.

Mid-Year Reports

Mid-year reports will be published on Friday, 7th February, and should come home with the students. We recommend taking a moment to read the report carefully, and if possible, read it with your child. Teachers will be happy to discuss any questions you may have at the parent-teacher conferences.

Continuing Enrolment Survey

As we plan for the upcoming academic year, we kindly request your participation in this Continuing Enrolment Survey. Your response will help us prepare effectively to ensure the best possible experience for our students. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey.

If you have any questions that may inform your decision on continued enrolment, Mr. Green or a member of the Admin Office would be happy to meet with you.

School Consultative Group

We have had no responses from parents wishing to join this group at this stage. If you would like to join this group, please email Mr. Green. We will keep you updated on any progress. Having parent representation in school consultation and decision-making is very valuable, so we are keen to find some parents who are willing to join.

Upcoming Events

  • Mid-Year Reports Published – Friday, 7th February
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences – To be arranged in Week 5 or 6
  • International Day – Friday, 7th March
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday, 12th March

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

Class Updates

Don’t forget to read your latest Class Update!

Great Learning Happening

HFS Newsletter – T2W2

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Lunar New Year Celebration

HFS will be celebrating Lunar New Year on Thursday, 23rd January.

Students are invited to come to school on Thursday dressed in traditional Korean dress or traditional clothing from a country they have a connection to. This is completely optional. Students will also be learning about the importance of Lunar New Year in Korean culture and the rest of Asia, as well as linking Lunar New Year to celebrations from other cultures and traditions.

Parants are welcome to join us at 1.30pm for some traditional Korean games, snacks, and to watch the students performing a Saebae bow to their elders.

After-School Activites

Here is a list of who has signed up for each after-school activity.

After-school activities start in Week 3 (next week, from Monday, 20th January)

Please note:

  • Basketball has been cancelled due to a lack of interest
  • Kpop Dance has been cancelled due to a lack of interest
  • Jouni Sports on Monday is now open to students in Mrs. Sim’s class. Contact the Admin Office to sign-up

School Consultative Group

We have had no responses from parents wishing to join this group at this stage. If you would like to join this group, please email Mr. Green. We will keep you updated on any progress. Having parent representation in school consultation and decision-making is very valuable, so we are keen to find some parents who are willing to join.

Upcoming Events

  • Lunar New Year Celebration – Thursday, 23rd January
  • Mid-Year Reports Published – Friday, 7th February
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences – To be arranged in Week 5
  • International Day – Friday, 7th March
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday, 12th March

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

Class Updates

Don’t forget to read your latest Class Update!

Great Learning Happening

Ski Trip Cancellation Notice

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Dear Parents,

We regret to inform you that the planned ski trip has been cancelled due to a lower than expected number of students expressing interest. While we were excited about this opportunity, we are unable to proceed without sufficient participation to make the trip viable.

We understand this news may be disappointing, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. Please rest assured that we are exploring alternative activities and opportunities for students to enjoy in the near future.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Sickness

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We would like to inform you that there has been a noticeable increase in cases of a stomach bug going around the school this week. Symptoms reported include vomiting, nausea, and fatigue. Symptoms seem to appear quickly, with students reporting a temperature in the morning but experiencing nausea or vomiting later in the day.

To help prevent the spread, we kindly ask you to monitor your child for any signs of illness and keep them at home if they are feeling unwell. Please remind your children to practice good hygiene, such as frequent handwashing..

If your child does become ill, we recommend seeking medical advice and ensuring they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours before returning to school.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community healthy and safe.

HFS Newsletter – T2W1

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After-School Activities

  • Here are the After-school activities for Term 2
  • Please use this form to sign-up for after-school activities in Term 2
  • Sign-ups close on Wednesday of Week 2
  • After-school activities start in Week 3
  • Student-led clubs will be organised in Week 2 and the sign-up form will be published on Wednesday

PTA Coffee Morning

The PTA will be hosting a coffee morning on Wednesday, 15th January, at 9am in the school lobby. Come along to find out what the PTA has planned for this term, or maybe just for a chat. We are always looking for parents who want to get involved with the PTA and organising events for our kids.

Parents are welcome to ride the school bus to school on this day.

Ski Trip

Thank you to everyone who came to the ski trip meeting on Monday.

We are now asking for you to decide if your child will be joining this trip or not by Monday, 13th January. 

Payment will be due by Friday, 17th January. 

Here is the presentation from Monday’s meeting

Here is the form to tell us if your child is going. Please also complete the form even if the child is not going.

If you have any further questions, please let me know or contact Ms. Isla in the Admin Office.

School Fee Receipts

The Admin Office have sent out confirmation of school fee receipts to the students who requested them on Friday. If anyone needs this school fee receipt for the 2024 tax settlement (연말정산), please contact the Admin Office.

School Consultative Group

Due to students leaving the school, we need to find some new parents to join the School Consultative Group. The School Consulative Group is a group and parents, teachers, and admin staff who meet termly to discuss issues relating to the school’s operations and plans for the future. Parent members are responsible for representing the interests of the parent community at these meetings.

If you would like to join this group, please email Mr. Green before Friday 17th January. If more than two parents wish to join, an election will be held. The results of this process will be published in the School Newsletter.

2025/26 School Calendar: UPDATED

The 2025/26 School Calendar is now available on the school website.

There has been an alteration since the calendar was first published. Please check and download it again.

Upcoming Events

  • PTA Coffee Morning – Wednesday, 15th January, at 9am
  • Lunar New Year Celebration – Thursday, 23rd January
  • Upper School Ski Trip – Wednesday 5th – Friday 7th February
  • Mid-Year Reports Published – Friday, 7th February
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences – To be arranged in Week 5
  • International Day – Friday, 7th March
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday, 12th March

Follow HFS on Social Media

Don’t forget to follow HFS on:

Class Updates

Don’t forget to read your latest Class Update!

Great Learning Happening

Lots of physics going on this week!

HFS Newsletter – T2W0

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Welcome Back!

Welcome to Term 2! We’re thrilled to have everyone back and ready for another exciting chapter at Hyundai Foreign School. This term promises engaging learning, new opportunities, and continued growth. Let’s work together to make it productive and memorable. Thank you for being part of our vibrant HFS community!

Here is some information to help get Term 2 off to a great start.

See you on Monday!

Upper School Ski Trip

There will be an information meeting for the Upper School Ski Trip on Monday 6th January at 1.30pm. This meeting will be attended by all students in Ms Temple’s and Mrs Leah’s classes and is also open to parents who would like more information.

Here is the basic information that will be presented at this meeting.

You can let us know how likely you are to go on the ski trip using this form. This will help us with planning

Please remember that we are asking for final decisions by Friday 10th January and payment should be made by Friday 17th January.

After-School Activities

After-School Activites for term 2 will begin in Week 3

Sign-ups for activities will be published in the School Newsletter in Week 1

2025/26 School Calendar

The 2025/26 School Calendar is now available on the school website.

HFS Gives

Santa delivered the presents we all bought. Thank you everyone!

Outdoor Play

The colder weather has arrived.

At HFS, we believe that students benefit greatly from going outside at breaktimes and lunchtimes. Please remember to make sure your child has a warm coat and other cold weather clothing to wear. Students will only be permitted to stay inside at breaktime and lunchtime if the parents have contacted the class teacher or Mr. Green to make arrangements, and then only in special circumstances such as short-term illness.

Thank you for your understanding.

School Consultative Group

Due to students leaving the school, we need to find some new parents to join the School Consultative Group. The School Consulative Group is a group and parents, teachers, and admin staff who meet termly to discuss issues relating to the school’s operations and plans for the future. Parent members are responsible for representing the interests of the parent community at these meetings.

If you would like to join this group, please email Mr. Green before Friday 17th January. If more than two parents wish to join, an election will be held. The results of this process will be published in the School Newsletter.

Upcoming Events

  • Upper School Ski Trip Information Meeting – Monday 6th January at 1.30pm
  • Lunar New Year Celebration – Thursday 23rd January
  • Upper School Ski Trip – Wednesday 5th – Friday 7th February
  • Mid-Year Reports Published – Friday 7th February
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences – To be arranged in Week 5
  • International Day – Friday 7th March
  • School Consultative Group Meeting – Wednesday 12th March

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 – T1W15

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Winter Show

To help us plan for the Winter Show, please use this form to let us know how many seats you will need and if your child will take the bus on Friday

The HFS Winter Show 2024 will be held at 2.00pm on Friday 13th December, and all parents are invited. The show will feature performances by each class, some individual performances, and a few surprises. The show will last until around 4pm, followed by a social gathering in the school lobby. There will be a bus at 4.30pm for students not being picked up by their parents.

Please come along!

HFS Gives
We are nearly there!

3 gifts left to buy!

Gift List

Please remember to deliver your gift to school by Wednesday this week.

Do you want to help us spread some Christmas cheer to a good cause in the local community?

This Christmas, HFS has partnered with Ulsan Children’s Home (울산양육원) to provide Christmas gifts for their children. Ulsan Children’s Home has been providing a loving home to disadvantaged children in Ulsan since 1947. The children at the home have each chosen a Christmas gift for the community at HFS to buy for them. Closer to Christmas, we will deliver the gift to the centre. Through this initiative, we are hoping our students learn a little about the importance of helping those less fortunate and contributing to the local community.

If you would like to take part and buy a gift:

Choose a gift from the list
Write your name in Column A to show that the gift has been chosen
If you want to remain anonymous, please contact the Admin Office for assistance
Buy the gift using the Coupang link provided (The Admin Office can help if necessary)
Make sure to check the ‘Notes’ column for any size or colour options
Wrap the gift and maybe add a few candys or a nice note
Bring the gift to school marked with the Gift ID
All gifts should be at school before the end of term

Dropping Your Lunch

Please note that if a student drops their lunch and therefore has nothing to eat, the school’s procedure is to call the parents to arrange for a lunch to be provided. The school will try to help ensure the student does not go hungry, but we cannot provide food in all circumstances.

After-School Activities

Please remember that this is the last week for after-school activities. There are no after-school activities in the last week of term.

Please check the Bus Schedule for changed drop-off times.