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This year marks Tanglin Trust School’s Centenary – a celebration of 100 years of excellence. The year-long series of Centenary events provides the perfect opportunity for the school to reflect on its past, celebrate its present, and look toward the next 100 years.
The school’s Centenary celebrations began with the opening of the exhibition 100 Years of Tanglin: Celebrating a Century of Excellence. The exhibition, which runs all year, showcases the history of the school, from its beginnings in 1925 on the grounds of the Tanglin Club, through the tumultuous World War II years, and its subsequent growth and evolution to become the dynamic international school of 2850 students that it is today. Fascinating artefacts from the school’s archive include historical uniforms, letters, and stories from students spanning the decades. At its centrepiece is a letter from Buckingham Palace congratulating the school on its momentous milestone. The opening event was attended by over 150 guests, including alumni, parents, Tanglin Foundation members, and staff – some of whom have dedicated over 15 years of service to the school – alongside past Heads of School. The exhibition set the tone for what promises to be an exciting year ahead, with many more events planned, including a grand birthday party for the entire Tanglin community, a Gala at The Clifford Pier and a special reunion event in London for Tanglin alumni.
Tanglin Trust School has also published a book entitled 100 Tanglin Tales to commemorate its Centenary. This special coffee table book written by students, staff, alumni, and parents, brings to life fascinating stories about Tanglin in the last century. All these events will be the perfect opportunity for parents to try the Tanglin Trust 1925 Centenary Gin crafted with botanicals inspired by herbs from the Cameron Highlands, where the school’s founder, Miss Griffith, ran a boarding school during the 1930s. The gin is a distinctive tribute to her legacy and the adventurous spirit that still pervades Tanglin today.
Inspiring Future Generations: The Institute at Tanglin
While the Centenary is a time to celebrate Tanglin’s rich history, the school is also focused on the future. As part of the Centenary year, The Institute at Tanglin is hosting a series of talks under the theme ‘The Future of…’. Each talk will explore the opportunities and challenges different industries will face in the coming years, covering fields such as healthcare, robotics, and geopolitics.
The keynote lecture, ‘Winning with AI’, will be delivered by Dr Ayesha Khanna, a global thought leader on the future of AI. These talks, which are free and open to both the Tanglin community and the public, aim to foster discussion and engagement, ensuring that the next generation of Tanglin students are well-equipped to navigate the rapidly evolving global landscape.
A highlight of the Centenary calendar of events will be the Centenary Gala Concert at the Esplanade Concert Hall in April 2025. This event will feature the world premiere of a specially commissioned piece by renowned British composer Jonathan Dove, performed by Tanglin’s talented musicians, including the school’s first group of Centenary Music Scholars.
The Highlands Programme: A New Chapter for Tanglin
As part of its Centenary in 2025, Tanglin will launch the Highlands Programme at the new Tanglin Gippsland campus in Australia, nestled in the foothills of the Victorian Alps. The Highlands Programme is a five-week immersive programme designed as the pinnacle of Tanglin’s Middle School education. Mark Cutchie, the Head of Campus, will head up the programme which will focus on fostering three essential attributes: curiosity, confidence and community.
Under Mark’s direction, students will immerse themselves in experiential learning, and engage in outdoor education, building a deeper connection with their peers and the natural world. The programme underscores Tanglin’s commitment to offering a holistic education. “The Highlands Programme will draw together many key elements of Middle schooling in early adolescent education, and offer an inspiring space to instil some of the wonder and awe that is part of each person’s development,” says Craig Considine, CEO of Tanglin.
Looking to the Future
As Tanglin Trust School celebrates its Centenary, it remains dedicated to providing a world-class British education with an international perspective. From its humble beginnings of five British students schooled in two Attap huts, Tanglin’s journey over the past 100 years is a testament to the strength of its community and the enduring legacy of its founder, Miss Anne Griffith-Jones.
