Visit from Master of Wellington College UK, Sir Anthony Seldon

On Friday 26th September 2014, members of the Wellington College International Tianjin community were privileged to host the Master of Wellington College UK – Sir Anthony Seldon.

The occasion was marked by a whole school assembly, during which Sir Anthony spoke about his vision for the school in Tianjin, applauding the enormous amounts of effort being put in by all staff and students of Wellington Tianjin. Addressing the school from the stage in the Seldon Theatre, he encouraged the pursuit of academic excellence, health and well-being and increased cultural exchange between the UK and abroad. He concluded his speech by warmly wishing all members of the Wellington community all the best for the upcoming Chinese National Day Holiday.

His visit culminated in a private evening function for all members of staff at the St Regis Hotel Tianjin, during which Sir Anthony answered questions on what Wellington meant to him as an educational institution, as well as the future of Wellington globally.