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29 October, 2025

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Principal Sarah Watson Strengthens OIC’s Global Community - Connecting Futures
Principal Sarah Watson’s Asia Tour Celebrates OIC’s Global Vision
OIC Principal Sarah Watson connects with families across Asia, sharing the College’s vision for global education and student success.
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Our students come from across the world, united by a shared pursuit of excellence and purpose.
Dr Sarah Watson
Principal
Over the past ten days, Principal Dr Sarah Watson embarked on a whirlwind tour across Southeast and East Asia, visiting Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, and Seoul. The visit marked a significant step in deepening our College’s global engagement, fostering our strong relationships with parents, educational consultants, and future students. Speaking about the trip, Dr Watson described it as “an invaluable opportunity to connect with our parent community and educational partners — to listen, share insights, and celebrate the spirit of ambition and innovation that defines OIC.”
Showcasing OIC’s Vision to the World

During her travels, Sarah had the fantastic opportunity to appear live on breakfast television, where she shared OIC’s distinctive educational philosophy — one that combines academic excellence with a global outlook, preparing students to lead, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Her message resonated deeply with international audiences, reflecting the College’s growing reputation for pioneering, student-centred education.

Connecting with Future OIC Students

A real highlight of the trip was meeting many of our future OIC students, set to join in January and September 2026. Their energy, curiosity, and determination captured the essence of OIC’s learner profile — young people driven to explore ideas, challenge boundaries, and shape their futures with confidence.

Strengthening OIC’s Global Community

The Principal's visits serve as an important reminder that OIC’s mission extends beyond the classroom and beyond the UK. By meeting families and partners around the world, the College reinforces its commitment to:

-Building lasting partnerships with families and educational consultants.
-Sharing the College’s evolving vision for student success in an interconnected world.
-Celebrating diversity and global citizenship as central pillars of the OIC experience.

As Oxford International College continues to expand its international reach, trips like this play a crucial role in nurturing relationships, enhancing cultural understanding, and amplifying the College’s global voice.

“Our students come from across the world, united by a shared pursuit of excellence and purpose. Connecting with their families personally reminds us that OIC’s strength lies in its global community — one that values curiosity, compassion, and collaboration,” Dr Sarah Watson, Principal at OIC.