San Francisco, the fourth most populous city in California, is famous for its iconic landmarks, diverse neighbourhoods and vibrant arts scene and will soon be the home of our first school in the United States of America.
Set to open in September 2026 in San Francisco’s Showcase Design District, this bilingual international school will serve Pre-K to Grade 5 students.
At capacity, approximately 400 children will thrive in our dual-language educational environment, where they will learn English and Chinese not as discrete academic subjects but as languages of instruction across the curriculum.
In the longer term, we plan to expand to a full Pre-K to grade 12 provision as our learning community grows.
Meet the Master
Colette McWilliams is an international school leader with nearly three decades of experience in education.
Originally from Scotland, she has lived and worked across multiple countries and educational systems, experiences that have shaped her commitment to globally minded, relational, and student-centred schools.
Her work has consistently focused on inquiry-based learning, bilingual education, and social and emotional development, with a particular emphasis on helping students develop voice, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging.
Colette currently serves as the Founding Head of Hiba Academy Bay Area, part of the Wellington College Education family of schools, opening in 2026.
