Newsletters from the school are normally sent to all parents by email and we will save copies of all recent newsletters on this website. If you are a parent of a student on Arusha Campus and you are not receiving these Arusha Parent newsletters by email, please send a message via email to the Head of Arusha Campus on arusha@uwcea.org.
- Arusha Campus News – 1 Sep 2025
UWC East Africa Arusha Campus Newsletter Monday 1st September 2025
Teachers can have fun too – Mr Pip and Mr Bryan are all giggles as they take time out during their break to swing on the swings!
Upcoming events
Fri 5th Sept to Sun 7th Sept – Model United Nations at Arusha Campus
Fri 5th Sept – Maulid Day (Public Holiday no school)
Fri !2th Sept – Friday Market at Arusha Campus
Fri !2th Sept – 24 Hour Run on Moshi Campus
Sat 13th Sept – Move It Day at Arusha Campus
Dear Parents
Our students experienced a non-teaching day holiday last Friday. This was arranged so that the teachers from Arusha and Moshi Campus could meet and plan co-campus events. We met at a beautiful location half-way between the campuses called Mountain’s Hug. We were so engrossed in conversation throughout the day, that nobody remembered to take a photograph! The image above is of some of us packing everything away at the end of the day.
Parents and students may be forgiven for wondering where our ‘Fridays’ have gone. Last Friday was a teacher only day. It is very helpful for teachers to dedicate a whole day in which to meet up with counterparts from Moshi Campus and exchange ideas about curriculum and planning for the forthcoming year. We hope that the exercise benefits our teaching and learning in the long run. To arrange the day on a weekend makes it impossible to gather a full cohort of teachers, as our weekend activities are now in full swing with OP Trips and sports fixtures taking teachers away. Thank you everyone for accommodating this day for us. Next Friday is Maulid Day and the prophet Mohammed’s birthday and no school again! I take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy Maulid Day in advance.
The residential students are now settled in their new surroundings and Amanda and I were priviliged to host Jacaranda Boma at our house for a barbecue on Wednesday. See picture above right. This week its Baobab’s turn!
Wishing you a propserous week ahead!
Phil
PYP News
PYP have started the year with some fabulous art projects. Here is a montage of some of the children’s work.
The importance of teaching art in PYP.
As a school we truly value the teaching of art and creativity. As you walk around you will see many examples of art and hopefully you will be inspired by your child(ren)’s creations.
Art is important as it develops many important skills.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking:
Art activities require planning, decision-making, and creative solutions, which strengthens cognitive skills and improves memory retention.
Visual Learning:
Art teaches children to interpret and analyze visual information, which translates to improved understanding of diagrams, charts, and models in subjects like math and science.
Brain Development:
Creative art engages various parts of the brain, promoting neural development and improving visual-spatial processing, which are essential for academic success.
Self-Expression & Self-Esteem:
Art provides a non-verbal outlet for children to express emotions and ideas, and completing art projects fosters a sense of accomplishment, pride, and increased self-confidence.
Emotional Resilience:
Art helps children explore and understand their feelings, contributing to emotional resilience and well-being.
Social Skills:
Collaborative art projects teach children how to share, work with others, and communicate ideas, fostering important social skills and building a sense of community.
Fine Motor Skills:
Creating art, whether drawing, painting, or sculpting, enhances dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the grips and strength necessary for writing and other daily tasks.
Language Development:
Discussing their art encourages children to use new words and develop vocabulary, connecting new words with visual images and hands-on experiences.
Mindfulness:The act of creating art can be a calming and self-regulating activity, helping children to relax and focus.
Mrs Amanda Bowen, Head of PYP
More amazing art from the Primary School!
MYP Camp Craft Adventure
The MYP Camp Crafters (above) get ready to set off on their hike to the hills of Aga Khan.
Our new M1-3 students had an unforgettable day at their very first Camp Craft! From hiking and riding to a taste of what reefs will feel like in the swimming pool, they packed in a full day of outdoor pursuits. They learned new camping skills like pitching tents, while also building teamwork, resilience, and confidence. A true adventure that sparked curiosity, courage, and a love for the outdoors in every student.
Miss Christabel, M1 Mentor
Move It Day!
We are having our annual Move It Day! As many Arusha students are not able to travel to Moshi for the 24 hour run, M3 and M4 are organising an event here so we can join in the fun and raise money for the Endowment Fund! Last year we raised 800,000Tsh, and we are hoping to beat that this year!
Move it day will be on Saturday, September 13th, and we will be offering many different activities, from a cozy puzzle corner, to football and volleyball, to the big game at the end! This year we are also hosting activities for younger Primary students, including a sand castle building competition.
You can take part in teams of up to seven – students, families, and teachers are all welcome. P5 and P6 students can be part of a team with adult family members or older siblings. P4 and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This could be in a team or they can come along at any point and join in any activities they wish to.
It’s only 5,000 Tsh per person to join in on the day, with a huge variety of snacks, baked goods, and sodas available at the bake sale, along with a delicious lunch for just Tsh8,000 at noon. This year we also have a tombola with exciting prizes.
Gather your team, bring the energy, and be part of the excitement. A Google Form will come out for team sign-ups so watch your emails!
Miss Hilary, M4 Mentor
Outdoor Pursuits
Yesterday two of our Outdoor Pursuits trips arrived back on campus after two terrific days enjoying the Discovery phase of our programme.
Plains Discovery (above) made the short journey to Makuyuni with Mr Pip and Miss Adele, on the shores of Lake Manyara. The water level in the lake is at its highest for many years and students were able to see first hand the impact of flooding on shoreline habitats.
Peaks Discovery (below) went further afield to the North Pare Mountains with Mr Rob and Mr Festo. The ascent of this peak is the start of many students’ peaks journey, which prospectively means they will one day climb Kilimanjaro. It was therefore fitting that Kilimanjaro’s snows were clearly visible to all the hikers when they reached North Pare’s summit!
Calendar
September
October
November
December
