Compare Advanced-level SEN International Schools in Hong kong

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Ages 3 - 11 years

Fees HK$112,200 - 209,900

Pupils 315

Type Co-educational

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong, established in 2018, offers a British curriculum for children aged 3 to 11. The Early Years Foundation Stage leads into a structured Primary program, with English as the language of instruction and Mandarin taught as a subject. Families benefit from a dedicated school bus service connecting different parts of Hong Kong. The school is particularly known for its strong focus on performing arts: specialist facilities include a fully equipped theatre and music suites that support concerts, drama productions, and creative expression from an early age. Shrewsbury also places emphasis on STEM, supported by science and technology resources that enrich classroom learning. Together, these features make the school a distinctive choice for families seeking primary education rooted in British traditions.

Location

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong is located at 10 Shek Kok Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories. The area is a modern residential and business hub, connected to the rest of Hong Kong by the MTR and major road networks. The campus is within easy reach of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, while also being close to coastal and green spaces.

Stages

The school serves children aged 3 to 11. Education is structured into the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) and Primary School (Years 1–6).

Type

The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls.

Additional learning support

Shrewsbury provides support for students with Additional Learning Needs through its Learning Enhancement team. This includes tailored interventions, close collaboration with teachers, and access to specialist staff when required.

Country affiliation

The school follows the British curriculum and has a strong affiliation with the United Kingdom.

Religious affiliation

The school has no religious affiliation.

School day structure

The school day begins at 8:00 am and finishes at 3:00 pm, with breaks and a lunch period included within the timetable. A wide range of after-school activities is also offered, extending the day for students who participate.

Bus service

A school bus service operates across Hong Kong, covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. Routes and schedules are coordinated with an external transport provider to suit family needs. Younger children are accompanied by bus mothers to ensure their safety and comfort during journeys.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is required and purchased separately; it is not included in tuition.

Food Options

The campus Dining Hall serves hot, freshly cooked meals at lunchtime.

House System

The school runs a six-House system. Pupils are assigned to one of six Houses on entry to Year 1. House Points are awarded for good learning behaviour, consideration of others, and enthusiastic engagement across the full range of opportunities.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a School Sponsoring Body (SSB) that appoints the School Management Committee (SMC). The SMC oversees the appointment and leadership of the Principal and supervises the school's strategic direction in compliance with the Education Ordinance. The school is incorporated as a not-for-profit organisation under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. An international Board of Governors provides advisory input, including representatives from Shrewsbury School in the UK.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Shrewsbury employs a full-time Individual Needs Coordinator to identify and support learners with a variety of needs (e.g. Dyslexia, ADHD, visual/hearing/motor difficulties, communication/interaction disorders including ASD). Students requiring higher support receive Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Pupil Passports, reviewed termly. Support may include in-class assistance, small-group interventions, or 1:1 Learning Support Assistants (at additional cost) for those who need more help.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Shrewsbury does not publicly disclose detailed information on how EAL support is structured or delivered.

Mental Wellbeing

Shrewsbury’s approach to wellbeing is integrated into student support; early identification and intervention are designed to foster positive mental health alongside academic progress. Students experiencing social, emotional, and mental health difficulties may access support through Learning Mentors and the Individual Needs team. Additionally, the school promotes close communication with parents to monitor student welfare.

Safeguarding

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong maintains a formal Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, which is published and regularly updated. All staff complete safer-recruitment checks, including police clearances and references, before being appointed. The school designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and a Deputy DSL as the primary contacts for safeguarding concerns, with the Principal acting as a further escalation point. Visitors must sign in and out at Reception, remain in approved areas, use designated adult toilets, and may not take photos or videos unless specifically permitted.

Safeguarding Policy

Admissions

1. Submit Application
Parents complete and submit an Application Form plus a Home Assessment Form by email, including supporting documents such as photographs, passport or identity pages, visa status (if applicable), vaccination records, and up to two years of school reports (if relevant).

2. School Meeting or Assessment
For Early Years (Nursery/Reception), children are invited to participate in a play-based observation session under supervision of the teaching team. For older entrants (Year 3–6), applicants undertake written tasks and other assessments (usually lasting about 75 minutes).

3. Review by Admissions Team and Decision
The Admissions Team compiles all submitted materials and assessment results, and then presents a candidate file to the Principal, who makes the final decision. Parents are informed whether the offer is successful or not, typically within five working days.

4. Acceptance and Fees
If an offer is made, the school sends a Letter of Offer with an Acceptance of Place Form, which must be signed and returned along with any required fees and agreement to Terms & Conditions by the deadline.

5. Special / Individual Needs Disclosure
At application, parents must disclose any known or suspected learning, developmental, or physical needs so that an access review can be done. Applications including formal diagnoses or specialist reports are assessed by the Individual Needs Coordinator. The school reserves the right to withdraw offers if required information is withheld.

Scholarships

Shrewsbury offers “Achievement Scholarships” for students already in Key Stage 2 who demonstrate an outstanding academic record. Nominations for these scholarships must be supported by at least two school staff members and are assessed by the Principal before being recommended to the School Management Committee. The number of scholarships is limited, and the awards are typically announced annually.

Waitlist

The school uses a Wait Pool (or waitlist) system. If a child meets the entry criteria but there is no available place in the year group, the child’s name is added to the Wait Pool. When a place becomes available, the Admissions Team, along with the Principal, reviews Wait Pool candidates and offers admission based on criteria such as assessment performance and order of application. The Wait Pool is cleared at the end of each academic year; applicants still interested must submit a fresh application.

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Sir Ellis Kadoorie (S) Primary School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Ages 6 - 12 years

Fees HK$65

Pupils 398

Type Co-educational

The school was founded in 1891 by Ellis Kadoorie as the Ellis Kadoorie School for Indians. The Primary School has occupied the original premises since the secondary section moved to West Kowloon in 1999. The campus serves Primary 1–6 in a whole-day English-medium program.

Location

Sir Ellis Kadoorie (S) Primary School is located at 9 Eastern Hospital Road, Sookunpo (So Kon Po), Wan Chai District, Hong Kong. The school sits in an urban setting near Causeway Bay with convenient access to public transport; its address places it close to local bus routes and tram services. The site comprises multiple facilities on a compact campus that has served the primary school since the secondary section moved out in 1999.

Stages

The school provides primary education from Primary 1 to Primary 6. It operates as a whole-day, single-primary-school campus and supports a diverse student body. Graduates historically feed into Sir Ellis Kadoorie Secondary School (West Kowloon) as the designated secondary option.

Type

The school is a government (官立) primary school and is co-educational. It operates as a full-day program and does not offer boarding facilities. The governing framework is the Hong Kong Education Bureau system for government primary schools.

Additional learning support

The school provides extensive support for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) with a dedicated SENCO and SENST, access to speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training, and teaching assistants for SEN students. An educational psychologist visits regularly to design Individual Education Plans for students requiring extra support.

Country affiliation

There is no official country affiliation for the school; it is a government primary school within Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation

The school has no religious affiliation. It is not linked to a specific faith.

School day structure

The school day typically begins at 8:25 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m., with a lunch break from 12:30 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. There are ten 30-minute periods in a school day, and in many years the last period on Monday to Thursday is a home-class session.

Bus service

A school bus service is provided with published routes for the current term (2025–26). Route details and stops are published on SEKPS's bus information page.

Application fees
- There is no application fee charged for admission to the school. Application forms are available in person at the school office. The admissions process includes submission of documents, a selection test and, if required, an interview.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not charge tuition fees for any primary year group (Primary 1 through Primary 6). There are no per-term or per-year tuition charges for enrolled pupils.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Because there are no tuition fees, there is no tuition billing schedule or termly tuition payment requirement for Primary 1–6 students. For other chargeable items recorded by the school authority, published annual charges show no standard non‑tuition items except the Parent–Teacher Association levy listed below. Detailed billing schedules and payment dates for any occasional activity charges are not published in the school's publicly listed annual charges.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a whole‑day day school and does not charge boarding fees.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, PTA, excursions, etc.)
- Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) fee: HKD 65 (annual), as listed in the school's published annual charges for 2025/2026.
- School‑based management or other approved non‑standard item charges: no standard charge is published in the 2025/2026 annual charges.
- Lunch: the school's lunchtime arrangement notes a designated supplier and indicates that lunch is arranged by parents (either provided by the supplier or brought from home); lunch costs are therefore payable by parents directly and are not itemised as a school tuition charge.
- School bus: the school provides a school bus service; any bus fees are arranged separately (parents pay the bus service/operator) and are not part of the school tuition charge certificate.
- Uniforms, textbooks, stationery, extra‑curricular activity fees, musical instrument hire/tuition and optional excursion charges may incur separate costs payable by parents. No standard amounts for these items are published in the school's listed annual charges.

Refund information
- No tuition fees are charged, so tuition refunds are not applicable. The school's published annual charges do not include a general schoolwide refund policy for PTA levies or ad hoc activity charges in the publicly listed summary of annual charges. Specific refund terms for voluntary payments or activity fees are not published in the available school charge summary.

Fee payment options
- The school's publicly listed annual charges and the application/admissions information do not specify standard payment methods (for example, bank transfer, cheque, autopay or credit card) for PTA levies, bus fees or other incidental charges. Parents should note that such payments (where applicable) are typically arranged directly with the PTA, activity organisers or service providers; the school's published summaries do not list standard payment channels.

Curriculum

Sir Ellis Kadoorie (S) Primary School follows the Hong Kong primary curriculum, delivering core subjects Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, and General Studies, along with Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, Information Technology, Library Studies, Putonghua, and Moral and Civic Education. The timetable totals 50 lessons per week, with Chinese 10, English 10, Mathematics 9 (taught in English), General Studies 5, and 2 periods for Music, Physical Education, and Visual Arts, plus 1 period each for Information Technology, Library Studies, Putonghua, and Moral and Civic Education; Homework 4 and extra-curricular activities are part of the schedule. English is the primary language of instruction for most subjects, while Chinese Language is taught in Chinese and Putonghua is offered as a dedicated subject. General Studies emphasizes inquiry-based learning and higher-order thinking, with objectives to foster global awareness and to develop generic skills through cooperative learning. The school aims to provide a balanced education covering ethical, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic development and to equip students with lifelong learning skills and a global outlook. The program is implemented across Primary 1–6, with rotating and non-rotating co-curricular activities integrated into the curriculum.

Student Teacher Ratio

Not publicly available

Exam Results

Not publicly available

Higher Education Progression

Historically, most primary graduates progressed to Sir Ellis Kadoorie Secondary School.

Gifted and Talented

Co-curricular activities include rotating and non-rotating groups such as STEAM Elite, Choir, and a range of arts, language, and sports programs.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school adopts a holistic, school-wide approach to social and emotional learning (SEL). The Good Kadoorian Scheme promotes positive values and attitudes, with two phases—Responsible Heroes and Diligent Heroes—and uses stamps, certificates, and Bronze/Silver/Gold awards to recognise progress. The Attitude of Gratitude program runs activities where students write ‘Thank you' messages on heart-shaped cards posted on a gratitude tree, with parental involvement and an end-of-year celebration. Leadership development is embedded through roles such as School Prefect, A Kid A Job, English and Chinese Ambassadors, Student Librarian, and UAP to foster leadership and collaboration. The school also supports SEL through its Student Support Services (NCS, NAC, SEN) to promote inclusion and individualized planning; NAC/NCS measures include after-school support programmes, additional teaching assistants, and a school-based Chinese language curriculum, while SEN involves a co-ordinated team (SENCO/SENST), speech therapy, occupational therapy and social skills training, plus an educational psychologist to design IEPs. National Security Education and Moral and Civic Education programs further reinforce social responsibility and ethical conduct as part of SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school uses a whole-school approach to SEN with a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and a SEN Support Teacher (SENST). The school employs specialists in speech therapy, occupational therapy and social skills training to provide support for students with SEN; a school-based educational psychologist visits regularly to design Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students needing additional support. Teaching assistants are recruited to provide extra support for SEN students. The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution; SEN support is coordinated by the SENCO/SENST within the school. The SEN provision is integrated across the curriculum, with ongoing collaboration with parents to meet individual needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school provides substantial support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students to learn Chinese, coordinating a school-based Chinese language curriculum with additional teaching assistants and after-school support programmes; community visits are arranged to apply what is learned. Education Bureau funding in 2023/24 and 2024/25 supported measures such as appointing additional teachers and teaching assistants, in-class support, split-class learning, co-teaching, and a school-based Chinese language curriculum for NCS students; post-lesson Chinese tuition and bridging courses are also offered, with paired-reading schemes to aid language development. A dedicated NAC (Non-Chinese Students) program provides extra support for non-Chinese-speaking students to learn Chinese for daily use, including after-school programmes and community engagement activities. The MOI for most subjects is English, with Chinese taught in Chinese and Putonghua; non-Chinese-speaking students receive targeted language support as part of the NAC/NCS framework.

Mental Wellbeing

The SDP 2024–2027 includes explicit attention to promoting students' mental wellness, with targets to implement measures that support mental wellbeing. The Good Kadoorian Scheme and The Attitude of Gratitude contribute to wellbeing by fostering positive values, gratitude and social connectedness. The Parent's Academy provides talks on mental health for parents, complementing pupil wellbeing. Life-planning Education (LEAP) and related components also address personal development and resilience as part of overall wellbeing. The school's SEL efforts are complemented by NSE/Moral and Civic Education programs that support social and emotional growth.

Safeguarding

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection on its site. Governance is provided by the School Management Committee (SMC), which has existed since 1999 and includes a government representative, the headmistress, two teacher representatives, two parent representatives, two alumni representatives and an independent member. The SMC membership is publicly listed, reflecting formal oversight of school policies and operations. No explicit safeguarding policy is published on the site, so the publicly available information focuses on governance structures and programmatic provisions rather than a dedicated safeguarding document.

Admissions

1. Obtain the application form. Application forms can be obtained in person at the General Office on the 1/F or by downloading the form from the school's site. The form must include a recent photograph of the applicant. This step begins the formal admissions process and sets up the required documentation for review.

2. Prepare the application package. The package requires: a fully completed Application Form with a recent photo, copies of the applicant's academic reports for the previous two years (and the current year if available), a photocopy of the applicant's birth certificate, a photocopy of the first page of the applicant's passport (including the photo and passport number) and the page bearing the Hong Kong visa, and a photocopy of the applicant's Hong Kong I.D. card (if any). Gather these documents ahead of submission to avoid delays. This step ensures all required materials are ready for the selection process.

3. Selection test. The selection test is scheduled for early January 2026 and includes English language, Chinese language (for local pupils only), and Mathematics. Parents should be aware of the testing window and ensure the child is prepared for these subjects. Results from the test form a key part of the shortlisting process.

4. Interview (if needed). An interview may be conducted by the Headmistress if it is deemed necessary. The applicant must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the interview. This step allows the school to assess fit beyond test scores.

5. Application deadlines. For 2025–2026 2nd term admission, the deadline is 12 December 2025. Families should plan to submit all materials well before this date to avoid last‑minute issues. The deadline is explicitly stated to guide timely submissions.

6. Notification of acceptance/denial. Parents/guardians will be notified by telephone within two weeks after the selection test. This communication period is specified to manage expectations about decisions. Applicants should monitor the contact number they provided for updates.

7. Admission enquiries. For any questions, contact the school by email at [email protected], by telephone at 2577 3489, or by fax at 2882 4520. The school provides direct channels for clarifications on the admissions process.

Scholarships

SEKPS does not publish any primary-school scholarship program on its official admissions materials. The primary focus in published school information is on programs like The Good Kadoorian Scheme and other enrichment offerings, with no stated scholarship pathway for students at the primary level. If a family is seeking financial assistance, the school directs inquiries through its regular contact channels rather than through a scholarship application.

Waitlist

SEKPS does not publish a waitlist or pool system in its admissions materials. The published process centers on submitting the application and documents, taking a selection test (English, plus Chinese for local pupils, and Mathematics), possibly an interview, and then telephone notification of the outcome within about two weeks after the test.

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Bradbury School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 11 years

Fees HK$139,000

Pupils 720

Type Co-educational

ESF Bradbury School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme for Years 1–6. The curriculum framework and the school’s latest IB evaluation are published on the site. Students learn in English, with Chinese taught through the school’s Chinese learning resources and workshops. Distinctive programmes include “The Shed,” a maker space supporting coding, design, and engineering across the curriculum, and “Jungle School,” which takes learning outdoors through structured activities in nature. Co-curricular options for Years 3–6 range from robotics and game design to choir, sewing, and multiple sports. Daily transport is available via the Kowloon-Canton Railway. The campus is located at 43 Stubbs Road, Hong Kong Island, with directions provided on the school's website.

Location

Bradbury School is situated on Hong Kong Island, within a peaceful residential area surrounded by green spaces and well-connected by public transport. The campus is a short drive from the city’s main districts, providing easy access for families commuting from different parts of Hong Kong. The neighbourhood offers a calm environment close to urban conveniences.

Stages

The school provides education for Years 1–6, following the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). It caters to children aged approximately 5 to 11 years old, preparing them for transition to ESF secondary schools offering the IB Middle Years Programme.

Type

Bradbury is a co-educational, non-boarding day school. It forms part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) network, Hong Kong’s largest provider of international education. There are no boarding facilities; students attend daily from home.

Additional learning support

The school’s Learning Diversity Team provides tailored assistance for students with additional needs, including dyslexia, autism spectrum conditions, dyspraxia, and global developmental delay. Support includes classroom adjustments, targeted interventions, and individualised plans managed in collaboration with teachers and families.

Country affiliation

Bradbury School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), a Hong Kong-based organisation. It does not have a formal affiliation with any specific foreign country.

Religious affiliation

The school has no religious affiliation and operates as a secular institution within the ESF network.

School day structure

The daily timetable details are not publicly listed.

Bus service

Bradbury offers a comprehensive bus service operated by Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings Limited. Multiple routes cover key areas of Hong Kong Island. Parents can register for service directly through the bus company’s online system, and customer support is available for route or payment inquiries.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Bradbury uses the ESF Levels of Adjustment (LOA) framework (levels 1–6) to identify and track the adjustments or supports a student may need to engage successfully in learning and social environments. They refer to a “BRAD” pastoral support model, in which teachers and learning diversity staff apply a variety of strategies to support students socially, emotionally, and academically. The school emphasises working closely with families so that emotional growth, resilience, and life skills are nurtured in addition to academic learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Bradbury states that it offers specialised support for students with special educational needs, using the LOA framework to provide appropriate accommodations and scaffolding for those students. They list examples of supported areas, including reading, writing, mathematics, social-emotional learning, and developmental delays (e.g., dyslexia, autism, dyspraxia). The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution; rather, it integrates support within its general structures and works in collaboration with teachers, learning diversity staff, and families.

Mental Wellbeing

The school website does not publicly disclose a dedicated EAL policy or programme.

Safeguarding

Bradbury’s “Student Support & Wellbeing” page notes that the school “puts the health, happiness and well-being” of students at its centre. They use the LOA (Levels of Adjustment) to support not only academics but also students’ emotional and social needs, indicating a system of layered support. The school also embeds well-being as part of its BRAD model, which suggests an integrated approach where all teachers and staff are aware of and contribute to student well-being.

Safeguarding Policy

Admissions

1. School Choice & Eligibility
Families first select ESF schools (including Bradbury) via the ESF Primary & Secondary Online Application portal, specifying preferences in order. Entry is open to students of appropriate age for the year group applying.

2. Submit Application & Fee
Submit the online application form and pay the non-refundable application fee. All required supporting documents (e.g., prior school reports, identification, visa status) must be submitted according to ESF’s guidelines.

3. Assessment / Interview (if required)
If there is competition for places, the applicant may undergo an interview and/or assessment in English, literacy, or mathematics to ensure they can access the English-medium curriculum. ESF’s admissions pages note that interviews and assessments are part of the process when demand is higher than space available.

4. Offer & Acceptance
If a place is offered, the family must accept the place and pay the required deposit and non-refundable capital levy (if applicable) to confirm enrollment. Once accepted, further terms and billing schedules are communicated to the family.

5. Placement & Waiting List
If the preferred school or year group is full, the applicant may be placed on a waiting list or pool until a space becomes available. ESF publishes a “Waiting List / Pool” stage in its Primary & Secondary admissions flow.

6. Reapplication / Transfer
Applicants who did not receive a place, or those on a waitlist, may reapply in the next admissions cycle. Current ESF students seeking internal transfer from one ESF school to another follow ESF’s transfer policies.

Scholarships

There is no mention of any scholarships or bursaries for Bradbury School on its official website or ESF admissions pages.

Waitlist

ESF operates a waitlist/pool stage in its admissions process. If a school or year group is filled, eligible applicants are placed on a waiting list. As places become available (e.g., through declined offers, withdrawal, or student movement), the admissions team considers waitlisted applicants in rank order. The ESF Admissions FAQ notes that applicants on a current waitlist are invited to reapply in February/March for the next year if still interested, with no reapplication fee required.

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Delia Memorial School - Glee Path

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 12 - 17 years

Fees HK$3,000 - 29,900

Pupils 700

Type Co-educational

Delia Memorial School (Glee Path) is a co-educational secondary school founded in 1972 and located in the residential area of Mei Foo (Lai Chi Kok), within walking distance of MTR links and community facilities, including Lai Chi Kok Park and the public library. The school is English-medium and offers two senior pathways: Hong Kong’s HKDSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Subjects span English, Chinese (including Chinese as a Second Language), mathematics, sciences, technology (ICT, BAFS, STEM), humanities, and arts. The school reports a student body of over 700. A distinctive feature is its active programme of academic and co-curricular experiences, including a Model United Nations club and STEM competitions, alongside sports teams. Student and family support is provided by a team that includes social workers and collaborates with educational and clinical psychologists, offering translation and interpretation services as needed for families.

Location

Delia Memorial School (Glee Path) is situated in the Mei Foo area of Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon. The campus is within a residential neighbourhood and is a short walk from Mei Foo MTR station. The area is well connected by bus and MTR lines and is close to community facilities such as Lai Chi Kok Park and the public library.

Stages

The school offers education from Secondary 1 (S.1) through Secondary 6 (S.6). Students follow a junior secondary curriculum in S.1–S.3 and then may choose between the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in senior secondary.

Type

It is a co-educational, day school. There are no boarding facilities, and all students commute daily.

Additional learning support

The school has a Family Support Team which includes social workers and Home–School Liaison Officers. They provide counselling, interpretation for non-Chinese-speaking families, and liaise with external professionals such as psychologists and speech therapists.

Country affiliation

The school does not have a country affiliation.

Religious affiliation

The school does not have any religious affiliation.

School day structure

The website does not publicly disclose the start and end times of the school day or details about breaks and lunchtime schedules.

Bus service

The school does not operate its own bus service. Instead, students are expected to use public transport, and the campus is within walking distance of the Mei Foo MTR station, making access straightforward.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required with separate summer and winter sets. Summer uniforms are: boys—short-sleeved white shirt with the school badge, grey trousers, plain black leather shoes, and white socks; girls—white knee-length dress with the badge, orange ribbon at the collar, plain white socks, and plain black leather shoes. Winter uniforms are: boys—long-sleeved white shirt with the badge and tie, grey trousers, a black jacket, and plain black shoes; girls—grey knee-length dress with the badge, a black jacket, orange ribbon, and plain black shoes.

House System

The House System comprises four houses: Legends (purple), Optimism (blue), Victory (green), and Endurance (red). They symbolize core values and form the LOVE framework; GP Families connect teachers as 'GP Parents' to support younger students during transitions.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of the Delia Group of Schools and operates as a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school with English-medium instruction.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school’s Family Support Team plays a key role in promoting student wellbeing. It consists of social workers and Home–School Liaison Officers who provide counselling, workshops, and group activities to help students build resilience and peer connections. The team also offers interpretation services for families who may not speak Chinese, ensuring inclusive communication. Collaboration with external professionals, such as psychologists and speech therapists, helps extend support when needed. These measures provide students with structured opportunities to develop social and emotional skills in and beyond the classroom.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a published Inclusion/SEN policy outlining how students with special educational needs are identified and supported. Referrals can be made by teachers, parents, or students themselves, followed by evaluation by the school’s educational psychologist. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are developed, and accommodations such as assessment adjustments are provided in line with Hong Kong EDB, HKEAA, and IB guidelines. Categories of SEN supported include those recognised by the Education Bureau (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders). The school is not a specialist SEN institution but provides support through structured policies and collaboration with external experts.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school does not publish details of a dedicated EAL programme. However, it provides Chinese as a Second Language (school-based) for non-Chinese-speaking students and states a commitment to language development in its IB Language Policy. The Family Support Team also provides translation and interpretation services for non-Chinese-speaking families. Beyond this, the school does not publicly disclose information regarding a specific EAL framework or staffing.

Mental Wellbeing

Counselling services are available through the Family Support Team, which offers both one-to-one and group sessions for students in need. The team works closely with families to monitor well-being and provides workshops on stress management and adjustment. The school also collaborates with clinical psychologists and speech therapists to provide external professional input where required. Mental well-being is therefore addressed through both in-school resources and external specialist partnerships.

Safeguarding

The school does not publish a standalone safeguarding or child protection policy on its public website. Relevant elements appear within the Discipline & Guidance and Family Support pages, which describe rules, counselling, and collaboration with parents. These sections indicate that the school expects staff and families to play a role in monitoring behaviour and supporting students. However, detailed safeguarding frameworks or named safeguarding leads are not publicly disclosed.

Admissions

1. Application Submission
Parents must complete and submit the application form either online or in person. Required documents include a recent photograph, copies of the applicant’s and parents’/guardians’ HKID or passport, past academic reports, proof of address (issued within three months), certificates of achievements, and a marked English writing sample from the most recent school year. These documents must be prepared before the application is processed.

2. Interview
All applicants are invited to attend an interview. This stage allows the school to meet the student, assess communication skills, and gain insight into their suitability for the curriculum. Parents may also be asked to attend to discuss the student’s learning background.

3. Notification of Results
The school informs parents of the admission decision through phone, mail, or email. Offers of admission are made on the basis of interview performance, academic background, and available places in the requested year level.

4. Important Timelines
For Secondary 1 entry, applications are reviewed in rounds. Round 1 ends in late September, Round 2 in late November, and Round 3 in late January of the following year. Later applications may still be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on availability.

5. Special Pathways (IB Admission)
Students applying for the International Baccalaureate track (S.4 PLUS or IB Year 1) may be required to meet additional criteria, including academic results and interview performance. Parents should note that this pathway has limited places and higher annual fees than the HKDSE stream.

Scholarships

The school does not publicly state any scholarships. Instead, it offers a School Fee Remission Scheme, which is linked to the Hong Kong Student Finance Office. Eligible families can apply for partial or full fee remission based on assessed financial need, but this is not merit-based and is distinct from scholarships.

Waitlist

The school does not publish information about operating a waitlist or pool system.

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Han Academy

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English, Mandarin, English

Ages 5 - 18 years

Fees HK$198,000 - 218,000

Pupils 260

Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid

Han Academy is a bilingual private school in Hong Kong offering a continuous education for students aged 5 to 18. Established in 2017, the school integrates Chinese and international educational traditions, utilizing a bespoke curriculum in the primary and lower secondary years that blends the Chinese National Curriculum with Cambridge frameworks. In the upper years, students pursue globally recognized qualifications, including Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs, A-Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The campus features specialized facilities such as three science laboratories, two art rooms, and a dedicated music and dancing studio to support its emphasis on STEM and the arts. A distinctive feature of the academy is its "Reading Time" initiative, a daily session designed to strengthen students' academic proficiency in both English and Chinese. The school also organizes service-learning activities, including local cooperative performances and community service projects.

Location

Han Academy is located at G/F–2/F, 33-35 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, in Hong Kong's Southern District. The campus sits in the Wong Chuk Hang area and offers facilities suitable for a bilingual Primary–Secondary program. The area is accessible by public transport, with Wong Chuk Hang MTR Station nearby for rail access.

Stages

The school operates as a full-time Primary and Secondary school. It offers a continuum from Y1 through Y13, with Primary (Y1–Y6), Lower Secondary (Y7–Y9), Cambridge IGCSE (Y10–Y11) or Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge International A‑Level (Y12–Y13) or Pearson IAL, and the IB Diploma Programme (Y12–Y13).

Type

Co-educational Day school with a bilingual program (English and Mandarin).

Additional learning support

Additional learning support is available; the school lists dedicated staff for students with special learning needs and access to an education psychologist.

Country affiliation

Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR, China).

Religious affiliation

No formal religious affiliation is indicated by the school's materials.

School day structure

Daily routine follows a two-part program: Primary runs a timetable from about 07:50 to 15:50 with a lunch break around 11:40–12:10 and a period of ECA after the day's lessons; Secondary follows a similar schedule from 07:50 to 15:50, with structured periods, lunch, and ECA on select days.

Bus service

The school provides a lunch service on campus and cooperates with external school bus companies to offer transportation options. Specific routes or providers are not listed publicly.

Application fees

- There is an online application process for all year groups (Y1–Y13). No separate, non-refundable application fee amount is published for general applications.

Tuition fees (by year group) — full year and per-term/instalment detail

- Primary (Y1–Y6): HKD 198,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 19,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).
- Lower and upper Secondary (Y7–Y11): HKD 208,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 20,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).
- A‑Level or IBDP (Y12–Y13): HKD 218,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 21,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is divided into 10 instalments. For students who begin the school year in August, instalments cover August to May (10 months). Students who transfer mid-year are charged from the month of transfer to the next July (not exceeding 10 instalments). Attendance on any day in a calendar month makes that month's tuition payable. Parents must submit a formal withdrawal notice at least one month before the last attendance date.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- The school does not provide boarding accommodation; there are no boarding fees because accommodation is not offered.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniforms: School uniform items are supplied through a designated uniform provider; parents purchase uniforms separately at the listed supplier. Specific uniform price lists are not published as fixed tuition items.
- Transport (school bus): a school bus service is arranged in cooperation with an external bus company; bus charges are additional and set separately.
- Examination and external assessment charges (IGCSE/A‑Level/IBDP exam fees), specific activity or excursion charges, optional ECA/after‑school program fees, and material or kit costs may be charged in addition to tuition; these are treated as separate miscellaneous fees and billed as applicable. Specific amounts for these items are not published alongside the annual tuition schedule.

Refund information and withdrawal-related charges

- A formal Student Withdrawal Notice must be submitted at least one month before the last attendance date. Attendance on any day of a month makes that month's tuition payable; therefore tuition for that month is not refunded. Scholarships terminated on mid‑year withdrawal must be reimbursed if required by the scholarship terms. Other refundable/ refundable‑like items (for example, capital bond redemption arrangements or deposits) are subject to the school's specific capital/bond policies and any applicable agreements.

Capital levy / bond information and special levies

- The school has issued capital/bond instruments in connection with admissions historically; an annual capital levy / bond arrangement has been referenced in public school and advisory listings (figures cited in public sources include HKD 600,000 per unit in some published summaries). Capital‑bond terms and redemption arrangements are separate from tuition and are governed by their own terms and agreements. Public reporting has noted outstanding bond / redemption issues affecting some holders.

Fee payment options

- The school issues instalment invoices under a 10‑instalment schedule; however, specific payment channels accepted (for example, local bank transfer, telegraphic/wire transfer, credit card acceptance) are not itemised in the published tuition summary. Payment instructions and accepted methods are provided directly through the school's admissions/finance communications and on the school's application/payment portals.

Boarding Arrangements

Han Academy operates as a day school with no boarding facilities. The International Baccalaureate (IB) profile for the school lists Boarding facilities as DAY, indicating there is no on-site boarding option. Students live with their parents or guardians as part of day-school operations.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms exist for both Primary and Secondary levels, with distinct Summer and Winter sets. Uniforms can be purchased from a uniform supplier located on 2/F, Will Strong Development Building, 59 Parkes Street, Jordan; the admissions FAQ confirms the purchase location and there are separate primary and secondary summer/winter uniforms.

Food Options

Lunch is provided on campus via selected suppliers; Han Academy arranges on-site lunch for students and offers a school bus service as part of student transport arrangements.

Governance and Ownership

Han Academy is a non-profit, full-time private school founded by Happy Life Education Foundation Limited, a charitable organization registered in Hong Kong.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Han Academy supports Social and Emotional Learning through a dedicated School Counselor who develops a comprehensive K-12 counselling program, provides age-appropriate individual and group counselling addressing academic and social-emotional development, and designs a preventative mental health education and wellbeing curriculum for all grades; the role also covers regular mental health screening, crisis intervention, and coordinating with external mental health professionals and staff development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school maintains an Inclusive Education Needs Policy and, in the counselling role, SEN documentation, assessment procedures, and individualised support plans are developed to assist students with Special Educational Needs; the policy exists as part of the school's safeguarding and inclusion framework, though the public list of SEN categories supported is not disclosed in accessible pages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Han Academy operates a bilingual program and includes English as a Second Language provisions within its Cambridge IGCSE offerings, notably the English as a Second Language (Speaking endorsement) option.

Mental Wellbeing

The School Counselor role explicitly designs and delivers a K-12 wellbeing and mental health program, including preventative education, mental health screenings, crisis support, and ongoing counselling to support students' mental wellbeing across all grades.

Safeguarding

Han Academy has a Child Protection Policy with a zero-tolerance stance on abuses or harms to children and assigns safeguarding responsibilities to all stakeholders; it follows the Protecting Children from Maltreatment – Procedural Guide (Revised 2020) for safeguarding actions.

Admissions

1. Online application and initial contact: The admissions process begins when parents provide the child's contact information and start an online application via the “Click to Apply Online” portal. This online application is the entry point for the school to begin direct communication with families. The school prefers direct contact with parents during the application stage, so expect a follow-up from admissions after submission.

2. Holistic review of applicants: The school evaluates each applicant based on multiple factors, including academic performance, conduct, interview performance, non-academic achievements, and recommendations. If two candidates are otherwise equal, priority goes to holders of capital bonds and to siblings applying at the same time. The admissions plan targets Y1–Y13 and emphasizes small class sizes to support individualized assessment.

3. Age-group interviews and testing: Interviews are organized by age group, with candidates placed into the appropriate Year Group for the interview based on their age and year of birth. A written test may be part of the process depending on the age group. The interview and testing arrangement is designed to be age-appropriate rather than a single, uniform exam for all applicants.

4. Offer, enrollment and tuition arrangements: Admission decisions follow the holistic review and are communicated to families. Once admitted, enrollment proceeds and families begin fee arrangements under the school's payment schedule. Tuition is HK$198,000 per year for Primary, HK$208,000 for Secondary, and HK$218,000 for A‑Level or IBDP programmes, payable in 10 installments (August to May for new entrants; mid-year entrants pay from transfer month to next July). If a student withdraws or goes on suspension, tuition for the relevant month remains payable.

5. Campus visits and information sessions: The school invites prospective families to visit, participate in introductory meetings, and attend open days. Campus tours are scheduled via a form, and there are open days to engage with staff and students. These visits help families understand the school's philosophy, curriculum, and admissions policies before making a decision.

Scholarships

Han Academy offers merit-based scholarships across four categories: Academics; Arts and sports; Creation and invention; and Community service. A student may apply for up to two categories, but only one scholarship will be awarded, so applicants should indicate a preferred category. Scholarships are open to admitted students year‑round; applicants must demonstrate outstanding achievement in the relevant area. The scholarship committee values leadership, alignment with the school's vision, and being a positive example within the school community. Successful applicants receive written Terms and Conditions, and the school may revoke a scholarship for serious behavioral issues or underperformance. If a recipient leaves the school, the scholarship is terminated and the funds may be reimbursed.

Waitlist

Han Academy does not publish a formal waitlist or enrollment pool on its admissions pages.

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