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Hong Kong – June 2, 2025

Stamford is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Christopher Llewellyn as Middle School Principal and Mr. Octavio Fernandes as High School Principal. These appointments will take effect in August 2025, and they will succeed the current Secondary School Principal, Ms. Teresa Foard.

Middle School Principal – Mr. Christopher Llewellyn

Mr. Christopher Llewellyn joins us from the Canadian International School Hefei in Mainland China, where he currently serves as the Vice Principal MYP. Before moving to China, he was the Head of Secondary at Canadian International School in Abu Dhabi. Leadership has been at the heart of Mr. Chris Llewellyn’s educational journey for over 20 years. He has supported thousands of students and mentored hundreds of educators across Canada, the Middle East, and China.

Mr. Llewellyn holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Gonzaga University and will complete his Educational Doctorate through Western University in Educational Leadership at the K-12 level in 2026. With academic roots in both Chemistry and English, Mr. Llewellyn brings a balanced, analytical, and creative approach to school leadership. His commitment to student well-being and safeguarding deepened during his time as a guidance counselor, where he led a student services team benefitting more than 1,600 students before moving into senior leadership. His academic understanding integrates two decades of developing and standardizing provincial assessments for Alberta Education and supporting students through AP and IB pathways toward post-secondary success. The intersection of well-being and academic achievement became the focus of his Master’s research, which culminated in a resilience-focused curriculum designed to support students in navigating challenges and growth.

Mr. Llewellyn’s leadership is grounded in the principles of service, embracing all stakeholders with compassion and purpose. He is committed to empowering students to take charge of their future and shape it into their own vision. Mr. Llewellyn will join us with his two children and wife, Setareh. He is excited to bring his passion and global experience to the Cognita family at Stamford American School Hong Kong.

High School Principal – Mr. Octavio Fernandes

Mr. Octavio Fernandes joins us with over 12 years’ experience as a High School Principal. Mr. Fenandes is currently the High School Principal of our sister school, Stamford American International School in Singapore, where he has served since 2018. He has spent over 27 years in international education, living and working in Singapore, Brazil, Abu Dhabi, and South Africa.

As an IBDP Authorization/MSA (Middle States Association) Accreditation Team leader in Africa and the Middle East, Mr. Fernandes demonstrates a wealth of experience leading secondary schools and expertise in English as a Second Language (ESL), Common Core State Standards, coaching, secondary education, and classroom management. He earned academic and professional qualifications from the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of South Africa. He also completed his certification in Leading Schools and Leading Change through Harvard Business School.

Mr. Fernandes will join us with his wife, Lila. He is the proud dad of Carina, a medical doctor, and grandfather to Shaun and Kara. Mr. Fernandes also competed in trampoline, tumbling, and gymnastics at the international level and was the South African Tumbling Technical Coach for many years. His hobbies include swimming, running, and playing guitar.

香港— 2025年6月2日

本校宣布分別任命 Christopher Llewellyn 先生為初中校長，及 Octavio Fernandes 先生為高中校長。兩人將於2025年8月接替現任中學校長 Teresa Foard 女士。

初中校長：Christopher Llewellyn

Christopher Llewellyn 現於中國合肥加拿大國際學校擔任 MYP 副校長，之前曾任阿布達比加拿大國際學校的中學部主任。他在二十多年來的教育生涯中出任過不同領導崗位，在加拿大、中東和中國等地教育數千學子，並指導了逾百教育工作者。

Llewellyn 先生擁有岡薩加大學（Gonzaga University）教育領導碩士學位，並將於 2026 年在西方大學（Western University）完成 K-12 教育領導教育博士學位。 Llewellyn 先生擁有化學和英語的學術根基，為學校領導帶來了文理科的平衡、分析力和創造力。他曾任學校輔導員，領導學生服務團隊為 1,600 多名學生提供支援，這經驗深深加強了他對學生福祉和安全的重視。同時，他擁有約二十年經驗為加拿大阿爾伯塔省教育部門製定和標準化省級評估，並支援學生透過 AP 和 IB 途徑完成中學課程，成功升學及投身社會。幸福感與學業成就的交集成為他碩士研究的重點；推動他設計出以韌性為重心的課程，幫助學生應對挑戰和成長。

Llewellyn 提倡服務為先，領導為後的服務領導，相信以同理心和共同目標連繫所有人。他致力於幫助學生掌控自己的未來，並將其塑造成自己的願景。Llewellyn 將與太太 Setareh 和兩名孩子一同加入 Stamford 及 Cognita 的大家庭。

高中校長：Octavio Fernandes

Octavio Fernandes 先生擁有超過 12 年的高中校長經驗，自 2018 年起出任我們新加坡姊妹學校 Stamford American International School 的高中校長。他曾在新加坡、巴西、阿布達比和南非生活和工作，在國際教育領域擁有超過 27 年的經驗。

作為非洲和中東地區 IBDP 授權／MSA（中部各州協會）認證團隊的負責人，Fernandes 先生擁有豐富的中學領導經驗，以及英語作為第二語言（ESL）、美國 Common Core 州立標準、運動訓練、中學教育和課堂管理方面的專業知識。他獲威特沃特斯蘭德大學（University of the Witwatersrand）和南非大學（University of South Africa）的學術和專業資格，並在哈佛商學院（Harvard Business School）獲取學校領導和領導變革的認證。

Fernandes曾參加過國際級的彈跳床、騰翻和體操比賽，並擔任南非騰翻體操技術教練多年。他的興趣包括游泳、跑步和彈吉他。Fernandes 將與太太 Lila 加入我校。他有一名醫生女兒 Carina，及外孫 Shaun 和 Kara。

Redefining Learning with Innovation

Enhancing Talent Attraction and Innovation Through World-Class Education

Hong Kong – March 20, 2025

Stamford American School Hong Kong (Stamford) is delighted to announce the expansion of its world-class educational offerings with the launch of a proposed second campus in West Kowloon. Strategically located in the dynamic neighborhood of Olympic, the new campus will offer a purpose-built harborfront pre-university learning space and is targeted to open in Fall 2025, subject to the successful registration of the proposed campus.

Located at No. 10 Hoi Fai Road at Tai Kok Tsui, this highly anticipated second campus will provide approximately 75,000 square feet of cutting-edge learning space across three stories, exclusively designed for approximately 550 Grades 9 to 12 High School students. The new campus will support Stamford’s High School program, culminating in the globally recognized International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). This milestone underscores Stamford’s ongoing commitment to nurturing future-ready students with the skills and knowledge to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Supporting Hong Kong’s Vision for Talent Attraction and Innovation

The establishment of this second campus of Stamford American School is a testament to the rising demand for quality international education in Hong Kong, both for the locals and the incoming global talents.

Andrew Noakes recently took the helm as Head of School at Stamford American School Hong Kong. He remarks, ‘In a short time since inception in 2017, Stamford has already earned a reputation for having an innovative STEMInn program and for the quality of our teaching and learning across the board. All these resulted in a remarkable surge of interest in enrollment, recording almost 60% increase in enquiries since COVID. I am pleased that we are about to expand our presence in Hong Kong, especially when the city confidently sets out to become a leading global innovation hub and cultivate a family-friendly, talent-rich environment.’

A New Era of Innovation and Growth

Stamford’s West Kowloon Campus is purpose-built to inspire autonomy, collaboration, and innovation, all key elements in a pre-university education.

Some key features of the proposed campus include:
● Thoughtful incorporation of design technology, such as circadian lighting and acoustic wall panels, to elevate the learning experience and well-being.
● Intentional planning and design of communal spaces to turn every area of the school into ‘learning neighborhoods’.
● Two music studios and four practice rooms for students to hone their musical talents.
● Two Art labs and exhibition space where creativity takes center stage.
● Dedicated science labs to foster curiosity and experimentation.
● Two drama studios and a black box theater for immersive artistic performances.
● Two Design and Technology labs for hands-on workshops where innovation takes shape.
● An open auditorium and a harbor-view library and research hub, overlooking the Olympic promenade.

The campus is intentionally designed with flexible learning spaces to support age-appropriate, out-of-classroom exploration, creating an environment where students and staff feel empowered to take ownership of their educational journey.

‘The launch of our second campus in fall 2025 will be a milestone moment for Stamford as we celebrate our 9th year in Hong Kong. We are determined to unveil a premium, bespoke pre-university campus to mark the occasion, and we have conducted a large-scale user engagement exercise with our faculty, staff, and students to capture their needs and aspirations for this second campus. These insights will further inform our decision in the space configuration, the fitting out of our campus, and the choice of furniture. I am excited that we can redefine high school education in the city through innovation in curriculum and campus design.’ Andrew Noakes adds.

Head of School of Stamford, Mr. Andrew Noakes

Two Campuses, One Vision: Empowering Students for Future

This proposed second campus marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for Stamford, setting fresh horizons for academic rigor, creativity, and student autonomy. While the new campus offers a premium pre-university learning environment for Grades 9 to 12, Stamford’s Ho Man Tin campus continues to deliver world-class K-8 education, laying a strong foundation for students before transitioning into Stamford’s High School program.

As a through-train school, both campuses are united by Stamford’s vision, core values, and guiding principles. This ensures a cohesive K-12 educational journey that nurtures global-minded leaders and equips students with the skills, character, and knowledge to excel in a rapidly evolving world. This expansion also offers opportunities to reimagine and enhance the Ho Man Tin campus, allowing Stamford to strengthen further its Elementary and Middle School programs for long-term growth and success.

*Disclaimer
An application has been made for the registration of the proposed campus as a school under the Education Ordinance (Cap. 279 of the laws of Hong Kong) and is currently being reviewed by the relevant authorities. The opening, use, and operation of the proposed campus are subject to the successful registration of the proposed campus.

全新旗艦高中校園 以創新重塑學習環境

香港，2025年3月20日

Stamford American School Hong Kong (Stamford) 宣布計劃於西九龍奧運核心地段增設全新高中校舍，為約550名高中學生提供專屬的大學預科教育環境。此全新校舍把Stamford的世界級教育引進西九龍，目標於2025年秋季正式啟用，具體日期有待學校註冊審批進度。

創新校舍 助學生迎戰未來

Stamford西九龍校舍樓高三層，位於大角咀海輝道10號，總面積約75,000平方尺，專為9-12年級（相當於本地中三至中六）高中學生而設，將提供國際文憑大學預科課程（IBDP）等全球認可的課程體系，為學生進入世界一流大學做好準備。新校舍融合創新科技與人性化設計，致力打造啟發性和靈活性的學習空間，旨在培育具創新思維、國際視野的未來領袖，助力香港實現人才吸納及創新發展願景。

支持香港的人才吸納與創新願景

Stamford第二校舍的成立，印證了香港對優質國際教育的需求日益增加，無論是本地家庭還是來自世界各地的優秀人才，均對高質素的世界級教育有殷切需求。

Stamford新任總校長 Andrew Noakes 表示：「能夠見證 Stamford 迎來這一重要里程碑，我深感榮幸。自2017年創校以來，我們的創新STEMInn 課程及卓越教學質素獲得廣泛認可。學校的入學查詢人數在疫情後更激增近六成，反映了本地及國際家庭對Stamford教育模式的高度認可。我深信，香港正處於加速發展為全球創新樞紐的關鍵時刻，並積極營造以家诞為本、吸引人才的環境，Stamford 的擴展計劃正切合這一時機。」

創新與成長的新時代
Stamford位於西九龍的全新校舍，為學生重塑一個啟發自主學習、協作能力及創新精神的學習環境，這些都是大學前教育的重要元素。

新校舍的設計特色包括：
• 校舍設計人性化，融入晝夜節律照明及隔音科技等科技：應用先進照明系統及隔音牆板等，促進學生專注力及提升師生身心健康；
• 靈活學習社區：突破傳統教室格局，鼓勵跨學科交流與互動，激發創新與協作；
• 藝術及表演設施：設有現代化的音樂工作室、藝術實驗室、黑盒劇場等，培養學生藝術才華及創意表達；
• 專業科學及STEM設施：配備先進科學實驗室及設計科技工作坊，培養學生探索精神及實踐創意；
• 開放式中庭與圖書館：設有開放式中庭及坐擁維港景緻的圖書館與研究中心，營造寧靜而富啟發性的學習環境，鼓勵學生自主學習。

總校長Andrew Noakes指出：「Stamford在2025/26學年踏入九周年，新校舍的成立無疑為我們的發展注入全新動力。我們致力於打造一所高端、專屬的高中校舍，以紀念這一特別時刻。為此，我們進行了一次大規模的學校社群意見調查，廣泛收集教師、員工及學生對新校舍的需求與期望，將這些寶貴意見融入校舍的空間規劃、設施配備及家具選擇中。我感到興奮的是，我們能通過創新的課程與校舍設計，重新定義香港的國際高中教育，為莘莘學子提供真正世界級的教育體驗。」

Stamford新任總校長Andrew Noakes

兩校一願景：全方位培育未來領袖

西九龍新校舍的建立，標誌著Stamford拓展香港教育版圖的重要里程碑。新校舍將專注於高中階段，與現有的何文田校舍（小學學前班至8年級）形成無縫銜接的「一條龍」教育體系。兩個校舍將共同秉持Stamford的願景、核心價值及教育理念，全面賦能學生，培養未來所需的技能、品格及自信，讓他們於瞬息萬變的全球環境中脫穎而出。

聲明：
根據《教育條例》（香港法例第279章），本校已向相關部門提交新校舍註冊申請，正待有關當局審批。新校舍的啟用日期及運作安排，將取決於註冊審批進展。