In Term 3 the College welcomed four students from Takanabe-cho in the far south of Japan. The local government and education department of Takanabe-cho have collaborated to create an opportunity for local high school students to study abroad.

The program is in place for 10 years. The students in 2025 are the third group to participate in this innovative program. The girls were placed in Year 8 for their program. They lived with local families in the community while they were at the College.

We look forward to welcoming more students in the coming years.

Thirty students from Funabashi High School participated in a two-week study tour in July and August this year. The school is located near Tokyo, in Chiba prefecture. It is the fourth time students from this school have visited WestMAC. The students from Funabashi High School shared Japanese culture through songs and presentations. Funabashi high school was established in 1920 and has a reputation for excellent academic performance. The school has a specialist astronomy program as well as a strong music program. Students from Funabashi will be visiting the College in 2026.

Tia Bradbury 

Homestay Officer