勤勉致知，砺行致远｜广州斐特思学子获COBIS学生成就奖

Recently, three students from Fettes College Guangzhou — Kelly Wen from Grade 5, Jenny Liu from Grade 8, and Jacky Yang from Grade 10 — received the 2025–2026 COBIS Student Achievement Awards.

COBIS (Council of British International Schools)

COBIS represents a global network of over 450 British international schools worldwide. As a COBIS-accredited school, Fettes College Guangzhou has undergone rigorous external inspections to ensure it adheres to internationally benchmarked British standards in safeguarding, teaching and learning, leadership, governance, and student welfare.

For parents, COBIS accreditation offers independent assurance of quality, safety, and educational excellence. Beyond maintaining school standards, the COBIS Student Achievement Awards further this commitment by celebrating the character, resilience, and contributions of students from across the global COBIS community.

The COBIS Student Achievement Awards honor individuals who exemplify academic excellence, sustained effort, leadership, service, compassion, resilience, and initiative. Each recipient reflects the values of British international education and highlights the remarkable potential of young people to make a meaningful impact.

At Fettes College Guangzhou, these qualities are deliberately nurtured through our Six Cs framework, which is rooted in our school motto, Industria—the relentless commitment to purposeful effort and perseverance in action.

Kelly is an exemplary student who blends academic excellence with outstanding character. She consistently excels across all subjects, demonstrating focus, curiosity, and a strong dedication to learning.

Beyond her academic achievements, Kelly is widely recognised as a role model for kindness and respect. As a dedicated member of the Student Council, she actively serves her peers and makes meaningful contributions to school life. Her thoughtful leadership and empathetic communication make her a natural ambassador for the values we uphold.

Kelly also played a pivotal role in establishing the Primary School broadcasting station. She contributed to poster design, recruited members, and even worked as a student broadcaster herself, showcasing her creativity, initiative, and teamwork skills.

One particularly touching moment is how Kelly spends time each week helping a Grade 2 student broadcaster practise reading scripts. With patience and care, she points to each word, gently guiding the younger student through the text. Whenever her classmates need help, Kelly is often the first to say, “I can do it. Let me help.”

When reflecting on receiving the COBIS Student Achievement Award, the word Kelly used most often was “happy.” Behind this happiness lies the recognition and support of her school community.

Kelly truly embodies the spirit of Industria through both her accomplishments and the example she sets every day.

Jenny is an outstanding academic performer and the top student in her grade. She consistently demonstrates intellectual curiosity, advanced critical thinking, and an exceptional work ethic.

Jenny initiated and led a community project aimed at improving educational opportunities in underdeveloped areas. Initially, her team planned to simply donate supplies. However, after learning more about China’s rural revitalisation efforts, Jenny decided to redirect the project’s focus.

Leveraging FCG’s bilingual education environment, the team created a series of English-themed activities. These activities were not only designed to be enjoyable but also aimed to inspire children in rural areas to develop an interest in English through real-life contexts. To further engage participants, the team provided practical daily supplies as rewards for their participation.

Jenny reflected, “Being able to create real and lasting change for people who need help through the things I do is very meaningful to me. In the future, I hope to continue developing community service projects while maintaining my academic performance and continuing to work hard.”

Jenny exemplifies academic excellence, leadership, and a strong sense of purpose.

Jacky has made an extraordinary contribution to both our school and the wider community through his unwavering dedication to service and leadership.

As the leader of the FCG volunteer team, Jacky has organised numerous service activities, including campus discipline support, library organisation, student orientation, and environmental clean-up projects. He has also led students into the local community to visit elderly residents, run volunteer teaching programmes, and organise charity sales.

In addition to these efforts, Jacky has played a key role in coordinating volunteers during large school events such as sports days and performances, ensuring that everything runs smoothly.

“I used to be shy and quiet,” Jacky said. “Now I’ve become more outgoing, responsible, and understanding of others. I no longer focus only on my own gains and losses. I’ve realised that giving is also a kind of reward.”

Jacky views this award as a new beginning. “It is both recognition of my efforts in academics, volunteering, and personal development, and a responsibility that motivates me to keep improving. In the future, I will remain disciplined and passionate, work harder academically, continue spreading warmth through volunteering and charity work, and hold myself to higher standards. I also hope my actions can inspire more students around me to grow together.”

His commitment, organisational skills, and selfless service exemplify collaboration, responsibility, and a deeply rooted Industria mindset.

The achievements of Kelly, Jenny, and Jacky exemplify the core competencies we value most at Fettes College Guangzhou:

Critical Thinking & Curiosity

Collaboration & Wellness

Compassionate Communication

Creativity & Innovation

Citizenship & Responsibility

Cultivating an Industria Mindset

Their recognition within the global COBIS community is a moment of immense pride for our school.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all three students. Through their scholarship, leadership, and compassion, they embody the spirit of Industria and represent the very best of Fettes College Guangzhou.