Our school’s “Immersive Cultural Voyage to France and England 2025” concluded successfully, with our Principal Mr. WAN and teachers leading 30 students on an 11-day immersive learning journey commencing on 16 January 2025.
The group first arrived in Paris, France, visiting multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites. At Notre-Dame de Paris, currently completing restoration, Principal Mr. WAN delivered an on-site lecture on Gothic architectural features, explaining how the design symbolizes medieval spiritual aspirations. Students shared reflections on the stained-glass artistry and stone carvings, demonstrating their artistic appreciation. The itinerary included iconic landmarks such as the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, etc., enabling students to analyze how architecture embodies French cultural identity through firsthand observation. At the Musée d’Orsay, Visual Arts students and Vice Principal Ms. TANG served as docents, interpreting classic paintings and their mastery of light and shadow through the works. During the visit to Palace of Versailles, teacher Ms. YUM and student presented the palace’s historical evolution in the Hall of Mirrors, while the principal conducted a lecture on European church-state relations before Jacques-Louis David’s The Coronation of Napoleon.
Upon arriving in London, students studied original masterpieces of Western art history at the National Gallery and conducted comparative architectural studies at St. Paul’s Cathedral. The program featured a special viewing of the musical Matilda, allowing students to experience live theatrical artistry. Additionally, alumna Ms. LEUNG Pui-ka, a regional executive of a multinational corporation, shared career insights, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a global mindset. Beyond exploring landmarks such as the British Museum and Westminster Abbey, students stayed overnight at Cambridge, immersing themselves in the academic ethos of this world-renowned institution.
This tour integrated academic inquiry with cultural immersion. Students not only refined their artistic sensibilities but also strengthened historical critical thinking skills.
