🔥 Trending SJI International School Faces Negligence Claims After Student's Death on Maldiv

The St. Joseph's Institution International (SJII) school is facing a negligence lawsuit filed by the parents of Jenna Chan, a 15-year-old Grade 9 student who tragically died during a school trip to the Maldives in 2024 ²³⁴.

Details of the Incident and Lawsuit

The Incident: Jenna Chan, a British-Singaporean student, died on November 8, 2024, during a snorkeling trip as part of an overseas expedition to the Maldives ³⁶⁷. At the time of her death, she was 15 years old and a Grade 9 student at SJII ²³.

The Lawsuit:

• Filing Date: The negligence claim was filed against SJII in the High Court on July 20, 2026, which would have been Jenna's 17th birthday ²³¹⁰.
• Plaintiffs: Jenna's parents, Dr. Jennifer Liauw and Mr. Alan Chan, are suing the school ⁷.
• Allegations: The lawsuit alleges a breach of duty of care by SJII ⁴. Specifically, the parents claim the school failed to adequately vet its overseas program and ensure proper supervision during the trip ⁸.
• Trip Details: The Maldives expedition was part of SJII's compulsory Outdoor Education program, which all Grade 9 students were required to complete as part of the school's curriculum ⁵. The expedition was organized by the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme (MWSRP), a UK-registered charity ⁵.
• Nature of the Claim: The family is seeking damages for alleged negligence ²⁹.

This legal action marks a significant development in a case that has deeply affected the school community ⁹.