It was founded as a specialty school to train foreign language speakers, with the mission to cope with the increasing national demand for bilingual workforce in such sectors as foreign affairs, international trade and diplomacy. WFLS has since transformed into a comprehensive secondary school, retaining the heritage of a strong curriculum in foreign languages and cultures.
Originally designed to prepare students from abroad to communicate effectively in multiple languages, WFLS has expanded into a full-fledged secondary institution while maintaining its commitment to language instruction and cultural awareness.