Inquiring into Tools – written by Mr Graeme Noble. We began our Year 2 Unit of Inquiry on tools with a “zoom‑out” strategy to spark curiosity and critical thinking. Students explored highly zoomed-in photographs of familiar tools, moving around the classroom to make…
Dear Hanova community, Welcome to Semester 2 of the 2025-26 school year! I trust that your holiday travels and the start of 2026 have been safe, rejuvenating, and healthy here in Xi’an, around China, and beyond. It was a joy…
A Winter Concert to Remember! – written by Mr Ferdinand Els. The Winter Concert 2025 was a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and festive spirit that brought the Hanova community together for a joyful morning of performance. The concert opened with Curtain…
U19 Girls Basketball: A Journey of Growth – written by Mr Jason Cui. The 2025 Chang’an Cup was a defining chapter for our young Hanova Hawks U19 girls’ basketball team—a story measured not by a final score, but by remarkable growth and…
On Wednesday 17th December, Hanova held a Success Assembly, during which our MYP students were awarded certificates for academic endeavour with subject prizes. The assembly also highlighted extracurricular awards in sports, science and maths competitions as well as special instrumental…
Outstanding Achievements in the 2025 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) – written by Ms Mindy Li and Ms Emily Liu. We are thrilled to announce the remarkable results of our students in the 2025 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC). This year, more than 30…
A Community Celebration of Our WASC Self-Study Visit – written by Ms Amy Hou. Last week, from November 16 to 20, our school community reached a significant milestone as we hosted a visiting committee from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges…
Primary ECAs Season 1 Recap! Hanova’s first season of Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) in the Primary showcased a vibrant range of learning experiences designed to extend learning and support whole-child development. Across all year levels, students explored new interests, built skills, and…
Chengdu EOTC: A Journey Through Culture, Nature, and Innovation! – written by Ms Amy Hou. Our MYP’s recent EOTC trip to Chengdu was a resounding success, packed with learning, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. From ancient history to cutting-edge technology and iconic wildlife,…
Hanova’s First-Ever Pep Rally! – written by Ms Lindsey Burrows. Friday, October 24 marked a milestone in Hanova history — our very first whole-school Pep Rally! The air buzzed with excitement as students, staff, and parents filled the gym dressed in Hanova…