The safety and well-being of students is an absolute priority of the UWC movement.
UWC is not just a school – it’s a second family. When a child goes to the UWC, they don’t just go abroad – they enter a carefully built community that is there to support them at all times.
Adjusting to a new environment, being away from family, learning a foreign language, and navigating a rigorous academic program can all be demanding. That’s why every UWC school places strong emphasis on supporting students’ mental health, emotional well-being, and physical safety.
On each UWC campus, there is a: a structured team of adults in charge of taking care of students. Roles that exist in almost all colleges include:
This team works closely together to ensure that students have someone to turn to at all times , no matter the challenge.
UWC believes that a safe community is not just a matter of the system – but also a culture of mutual respect. Students are encouraged to:
During the first weeks of school, all students receive training for cultural sensitivity and inclusivity, and regular meetings throughout the school year further help to foster trust and open communication in the community.
UWC schools operate on a simple but powerful principle:
If the student is safe, supported and happy – he/she will be able to learn, grow and contribute to the community.
That is why UWC does not compromise when it comes to the safety, health and emotional well-being of students. Parents can know that their child is in an environment that carefully balances academic excellence with warmth, safety, and support.