Pembroke Japanese High School Summer Programmes 2019

Today marks the end of the 11th Nihon Affiliated High Schools Programme and 14th Seikei High School Summer Programme whose students have called Pembroke College their home for the last two weeks.

The programmes continue a long tradition at Pembroke of welcoming Japanese students in the summer to experience the benefits Cambridge and our College have to offer. Our students have been able to learn more about British culture, art and history, and develop their English language skills in a fun, supportive environment with a focus on verbal communication while enjoying cultural activities organised by our Programme Assistants (PAs).

Cessi Woodburn, the Japanese Programmes Director, said: “The International Programmes Department has been delighted to host this year’s Japanese High School Programmes. Every year we thoroughly enjoy watching our students experience Cambridge and Pembroke and this year has been no exception. I would like to thank the accompanying staff, programme directors, teachers and programme assistants without whom the programmes would not have been a success; I’d also like to thank the students who have enthusiastically risen to the challenge of learning English in England and truly made the most of their experience.”

Benjamin Shing, reflecting on his time as a PA, added: “The students are incredibly sweet and kind, and have made a huge effort to interact with us. I didn’t expect to learn so much on this programme myself; the students have taught me a huge amount about their culture, customs and language as well as reminding me how to enjoy learning!”

While it is sad to say goodbye, we hope the students cherish the memories and friendships made during their time at Pembroke and continue to build their skills in English.