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Over 1100 students aged between 2 and 18 gathered at the entrance, cheering and waving British and Chinese flags, to greet His Royal Highness The Duke of York KG, the Queen’s second son and a senior member of the British Royal Family.  The Duke of York, who is fourth in line to the British throne, toured the school, watching students engaged in a variety of activities.  The students were delighted to have the opportunity to discuss their work with him and share their excitement about the school’s new state of the art facilities.  Activities on show included Drama in the new 400 seat auditorium, DNA testing in the science labs, a Chinese fashion show, a Theory of Knowledge puzzle with IB students and volleyball and basketball displays.  He also spoke to talented young artists about their exhibited work and heard some promising young singers.

He finished his visit by speaking to the assembled students, staff and parents in the new school Quad, encouraging the students to thank their parents for supporting them, and he provoked a cheer from parents and staff when he encouraged the students to make sure they did their homework themselves!   Principal Kevin Foyle was delighted with the visit, commenting on the obvious pride the students have in their school and the warmth of the welcome they gave their royal guest.