Yat Sen School launches anniversary celebrations

Yat Sen School is celebrating significant milestones with its anniversary events, marking 90 years of its Primary School and 40 years of its High School. The institution, which first opened its doors in 1936, has evolved into a prominent multicultural learning center in Fiji.

Ken Kung, President of the Yat Sen School Committee, stated that the school has consistently upheld its founding mission while adapting to community needs. "We also catered for Chinese coming in to teach them English. I think down the years we’ve not really deviated that much from that objective – if anything, we’ve enhanced it," Kung said.

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We also catered for Chinese coming in to teach them English. I think down the years we’ve not really deviated that much from that objective – if anything, we’ve enhanced it.

Established by the Chinese Education Society in Fiji, the school received backing from both the Chinese and Fijian governments. It began with a modest 17 Chinese students. Committee member Tegumailagi Toganivalu highlighted the school's historical importance and its role in strengthening Fiji-China relations. "The school started around the 1930s, the Chinese Government funded it, and the Fiji Government also put in funding for that as well," she noted.

The anniversary program is scheduled from September 17 to 20, commencing with an opening cocktail event at the school. Organizers anticipate more than 1,500 guests, including alumni, staff, and supporters. The week will feature various themed events to reflect on the school's legacy and look forward to its centenary in 2036.

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The school started around the 1930s, the Chinese Government funded it, and the Fiji Government also put in funding for that as well.