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The school is located at 182 Po Kong Village Road, Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong. It sits in the Diamond Hill area within the Wong Tai Sin district. Public transport access includes bus routes 2F, 3B, 3D, 3M, 3P, 5C, 116 and 203E, as well as minibus routes 19M and 37M. The campus is surrounded by residential and commercial amenities typical of Diamond Hill.
ICQM is a through-train school offering both primary and secondary education on a single campus. It serves students from primary through secondary levels, roughly ages 6 to 17.
ICQM is a private independent, co-educational school operating on a non-profit basis.
Special Education Needs (SEN) support is provided. The school uses group-based approaches for English at the primary level and for Chinese, English and Maths at the secondary level, with students streamed by ability and need. There are transition arrangements for incoming students, including Cantonese language support.
There is no formal country affiliation noted for ICQM.
Christianity.
School hours run Monday to Friday from 8:25 am to 3:45 pm.
A school bus service is provided. The exact routes and operators are not listed publicly. Families should contact the school for detailed information on routes, eligibility, and pickup points.
The school operates as a full‑day (whole‑day) program.
The founding organization is Hong Kong International Music School. The school has a board of directors, including Rev. Clement Kwong Cheung Man, Rev. Tak Ming Cheung, Dr. Simon Wai On Law, Mrs. Seung Man Lau Pang, Mr. Ka Yun Chan, Mr. Yue Chor Ching, Mr. Yiu Kuen Leung, Mrs. Stella Mee Fong Cheng, Mr. Fan Fu Chow, and Mr. Bishop Wing Keung Chung. The address is 182 Po Kong Village Road, Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
The International Christian Quality Music Secondary and Primary School follows the Hong Kong Curriculum for both primary and secondary education, with the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) as the secondary credential. The Primary Section uses English, Cantonese, and Putonghua as the medium of instruction. To tailor learning, English classes in the primary and Chinese/English/Mathematics in the secondary are delivered in grouped, ability-based streams. In addition to core academics, the curriculum emphasizes a strong music program and Christian education as central components of the school's holistic approach. The school serves about 1,400–1,500 students with average class sizes of 15–34, and it offers financial assistance and transition support for incoming students.
ICQM supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a holistic, school-wide approach that integrates spiritual, moral, academic, and musical development. The school uses a Holistic Counselling Approach that brings together teachers, parents, a social worker, a music therapist, and an educational psychologist to counsel students psychologically, emotionally, and behaviorally. A Music Relaxation Room, a resident music therapist, and a social worker-in-residence support students' emotional well-being and EQ development. Emotional stability and moral education are emphasized within the pastoral and character-education framework. The pastoral system includes a double-homeroom teacher setup, with each class having two homeroom teachers who monitor students' emotions, behavior, faith, and learning over time for developmental and preventive guidance.
ICQM provides Special Education Needs (SEN) support as part of its mainstream program. The Education Bureau lists Special Education Needs Support as Yes and notes that primary English classes and secondary Chinese, English, and Maths classes use group-based approaches with students streamed into groups based on ability and needs. The school is listed as a Private Independent School, indicating a mainstream setting rather than a dedicated SEN specialist institution. There is transition support for incoming students, including Cantonese classes and a transition group. The Education Bureau page does not publish a detailed list of SEN categories served by the school.
The school operates a tri-lingual medium of instruction: English, Cantonese, and Putonghua for the primary level. ICQM also aims for multilingual proficiency, describing goals to develop bilingual/multilingual capabilities and biliteracy across two or three languages. While explicit, separate EAL programs are not described, the language-medium approach and multilingual goals indicate integrated language support. The Cantonese class and transition support for incoming students are part of the school's structure to assist language adjustment. Public materials emphasize bilingual and tri-lingual learning within the regular curriculum rather than a distinct EAL department.
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Holistic Counselling Approach, with collaboration among teachers, a social worker, a music therapist, and an educational psychologist to provide appropriate psychological, emotional, and behavioral counseling. The school also emphasizes emotional stability and moral development as part of its education, with a Music Relaxation Room and a resident music therapist supporting EQ development. Emotional and spiritual guidance are integrated into daily life, reinforced by the Biblical framework of the school. Staff and programs are designed to nurture students' mental health alongside academic and musical growth. These elements are described within ICQM's curricular and pastoral materials.
ICQM describes a whole-school pastoral care model in which all teachers participate in student pastoral work, guided by Biblical truth. The school uses a double-homeroom teacher system to monitor students' emotions, behavior, faith, and learning, enabling long-term, preventive pastoral guidance to support students' life growth. This pastoral framework functions as the school's safeguarding approach, focusing on student well-being and protection within a Christian context. Public pages outline safeguarding-related practices through pastoral care rather than a standalone safeguarding policy document. The overall approach emphasizes proactive monitoring and support for students' safety and welfare.
1. Step 1 — Submit an application and await review. Families submit a formal application to enroll their child and provide basic information about the student. The admissions team reviews the submission to determine eligibility and whether an interview will be offered. The outcome of the initial review will determine if an interview is scheduled, and families are kept informed of next steps. The Admissions policy confirms that an interview is a core element of the process and that alignment with the school's mission is considered.
2. Step 2 — Admissions interview and assessment. Applicants invited to interview are evaluated on multiple dimensions: the student's character and conduct, motivation for learning, and musical abilities, in line with the school's stated admission priorities. The interview assesses how well the family and student align with the school's vision for a Christian, music-centered education. Decisions at this stage depend on the interview outcomes and space availability. The school emphasises that admission priority goes to families closely aligned with its mission.
3. Step 3 — Admission decision and notification. Following the interview, the school communicates admission decisions to families. Offers are extended to those who meet the criteria and for whom there is space in the requested grade level. Families receive clear instructions on how to proceed if they accept the offer and begin enrollment formalities. The process centers on aligning the student's profile with the school's mission and capacity.
4. Step 4 — Enrollment and enrollment deadline. For admitted students, families follow the enrollment instructions provided by the school, including any required confirmation and timelines to secure the seat. Enrollment decisions are finalized once the family completes the required steps and confirms attendance. Ongoing communication from the school ensures families know what to prepare for the first day and any miscellaneous charges associated with enrollment.
ICQM publicly indicates that it provides financial assistance and scholarships for students in need and for those who demonstrate achievement in academics, music, performing arts, social service, and personal development. This support is described as part of the school's financial aid offerings to qualified students. Eligibility and application details are provided by the admissions team and are aligned with the school's mission to support students in need and students with exceptional talents. Families should inquire with the admissions office for the specific scholarship options, criteria, and how to apply.
Public sources do not publish a formal waitlist policy for International Christian Quality Music Secondary and Primary School. The Education Bureau profile confirms the school's admissions policy centers on an interview and on admission priority related to alignment with the school's mission, but there is no publicly documented waitlist or pool system for ICQM. Families are advised to apply as early as possible given space constraints and to contact the school directly for the most current enrollment status if a grade level is full.
The campus is at 23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong. It sits on the south side of Hong Kong Island and is about a five-minute walk from the Wong Chuk Hang MTR station (South Island Line); bus routes also serve Nam Long Shan Road.
This campus covers the Preparatory Years (early years) and Primary years through to Primary 6.
It is a co-educational day school.
The school provides small-group and individualised programmes to help students strengthen their academic, social, and emotional skills when additional support is needed. However, it is not a SEN specialist institution.
The school follows a Singapore-style curriculum and is supported by the Singapore Ministry of Education.
The school is not affiliated with any particular religion.
Normal school hours for the Primary section are given as approximately 8:20 am to 3:00 pm, with co-curricular activities from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
The school offers a school bus service operated by a third-party provider for Preparatory Years and Primary students.
The school operates as a day school with no boarding facilities. Beginning from academic year 2020/21, new students are required to travel to and from school by the school bus service or public transport.
There are separate uniforms for Preparatory Years, Primary and Secondary levels; Diploma students do not wear a uniform.
On-site canteens are operated by Sodexo Hong Kong Ltd, with a canteen for the Preparatory Years and Primary Section (Level P4) and a separate canteen for the Secondary Section (4/F).
The school is guided by Singapore's Ministry of Education (MOE) and is MOE-supported.
The Preparatory Years and Primary curriculum at Singapore International School (Hong Kong) follows the Singapore education framework adapted to the local Hong Kong context. In the two-year Preparatory programme, children learn through an integrated bilingual approach (English and Chinese/Putonghua) across five key areas: character and values, language and numeracy, discovery of the world, health and motor skills, and creative expression. In the Primary Years (Primary 1–6), students study English, Chinese, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, the Arts, and Physical Education. Character and Citizenship Education is woven throughout to build values and leadership skills. Innovation and Design, information technology, and project-based learning are also part of the Primary programme. Teaching in the lower years is bilingual, gradually shifting to English as the main medium of instruction in upper Primary.
The school integrates social and emotional development within its curriculum through its Student Development framework. It provides small-group and individualised programmes to help students build academic, social, and emotional skills where extra support is needed.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers small-group and individualised programmes for students who need additional learning or emotional support. The school does not specify the types of learning needs supported, nor does it list specialist staff such as educational psychologists or therapists.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision or dedicated English language support for non-native speakers.
The school’s Student Development framework mentions support for students’ social and emotional wellbeing through small-group and individual programmes. However, there is no publicly available reference to qualified counsellors, psychologists, or formal mental health programmes.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong) has a detailed Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy aligned with Hong Kong law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The school maintains a Child Safeguarding Team (CST) for the Preparatory and Primary section, led by the Vice-Principal, and supported by staff including Heads of Student Well-Being and Student Management, Year Heads, and the School Nurse. All staff receive safeguarding training during induction and refresher sessions every two years. Concerns are managed through a structured reporting and risk assessment process, which may involve the Social Welfare Department or police when necessary. The policy also covers whistleblowing protections, safe recruitment practices, and regular policy reviews to ensure compliance and accountability.
1. Submit Online Application
Parents must complete an online application form and pay the application fee (HKD 2,800) using Visa or Mastercard for the application to be considered. Applications cannot be deferred to another academic year once submitted.
2. Submit Supporting Documents
After the online application is submitted, a printed version of the application plus supporting documents (such as birth certificate, passport, visa status, and current school reports) must be posted to the Admissions Team at 23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen.
3. Admissions Assessment
For Primary (and Preparatory) applicants, the school conducts written assessments in English, Chinese (Putonghua) and Mathematics; assessments are held around mid-November to early-December of the year before entry if applications are submitted by the deadline.
4. Offer & Payment of Acceptance Fees
If an offer is made, parents must accept by paying the required debenture (Personal or Corporate), the capital levy and any entrance fee by the given deadline in order to secure the place.
5. Enrolment & Registration
Once acceptance payments are cleared, the school will provide registration forms, induction information, uniform orders, and school-bus arrangements for the new student.
6. Confirmation & Commencement
With all payments, forms and prerequisites completed, the student starts at the beginning of the academic year. Places are only confirmed when all the required payments (debenture, levy, fees) are received.
There is no mention of scholarships, bursaries, or merit awards available at the Preparatory Years or Primary levels.
The school does not publicly describe a detailed formal waitlist or “pool” system.
The Secondary Campus is located at 2 Police School Road in the Wong Chuk Hang area of Hong Kong Island, adjacent to the Nam Long Shan primary/ preparatory campus and connected via a pedestrian link bridge. It is accessible by the MTR South Island Line at Wong Chuk Hang station and through several bus routes running along the southern corridor.
The campus serves Secondary levels: Years 1 to 6 (commonly corresponding to Lower Secondary, IGCSE years and the IB Diploma years for senior students).
It is a co-educational day school.
The school offers small-group and individualised programmes to support students who require additional academic, social and emotional assistance. Public information does not specify access to full specialist SEN services or diagnostics.
The school is affiliated with Singapore via its curriculum framework and historical link to Singapore’s Ministry of Education; it operates as an international school in Hong Kong.
The school does not have a stated religious affiliation.
School hours: 8.00 pm – 3.00 pm.
Upper Secondary and DP students may have lessons until 4.30 pm on select day,s depending on their subject choice.
Co-curricular Activities: 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
The school offers a school bus service operated by a third-party provider for Preparatory Years and Primary students.
The school has a uniform policy. There are different uniforms for Preparatory Years, Primary and Secondary levels; Diploma students do not wear a uniform. The uniform is supplied by Klover Group Limited.
The school operates a canteen system through Sodexo Hong Kong Ltd. There are separate canteens for the Preparatory Years and Primary Section (P4) and the Secondary Section (4/F).
The school is backed by the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) and operates as a non-profit institution.
The Secondary Campus at Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers a structured six-year curriculum. In Years 1–2, students follow the Singapore curriculum, focusing on strong foundations in English, Chinese (Putonghua), Mathematics, and Science. In Years 3–4, students prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE, choosing from a range of academic and creative subjects assessed by external examinations. In Years 5–6, students undertake the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), selecting six subjects and completing the core elements: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). Across all years, lessons are taught mainly in English, with Chinese as a core language. The programme includes enrichment through Innovation & Design, ICT, and Service Learning initiatives.
The school integrates social and emotional development within its curriculum through its Student Development framework. It provides small-group and individualised programmes to help students build academic, social, and emotional skills where extra support is needed.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers small-group and individualised programmes for students who need additional learning or emotional support. The school does not specify the types of learning needs supported, nor does it list specialist staff such as educational psychologists or therapists.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision or dedicated English language support for non-native speakers.
The school’s Student Development framework mentions support for students’ social and emotional wellbeing through small-group and individual programmes. However, there is no publicly available reference to qualified counsellors, psychologists, or formal mental health programmes.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong) has a detailed Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy aligned with Hong Kong law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The school maintains a Child Safeguarding Team (CST) for the Preparatory and Primary section, led by the Vice-Principal, and supported by staff including Heads of Student Well-Being and Student Management, Year Heads, and the School Nurse. All staff receive safeguarding training during induction and refresher sessions every two years. Concerns are managed through a structured reporting and risk assessment process, which may involve the Social Welfare Department or police when necessary. The policy also covers whistleblowing protections, safe recruitment practices, and regular policy reviews to ensure compliance and accountability.
1. Submit Online Application
Parents must complete the online application form and pay a non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,800 using Visa or Mastercard. Each application applies only to the specific academic year and cannot be deferred once submitted. Applications must be completed in English.
2. Submit Supporting Documents
After submitting the online form, parents must print the completed application and send it along with required documents, including the student’s birth certificate, passport, visa, school reports for the past two years, and a recent passport-sized photograph to the Admissions Team at 2 Police School Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong.
3. Admissions Assessment
Applicants for Secondary 1–4 (IGCSE track) complete written assessments in English, Chinese (Putonghua), and Mathematics. Assessments are typically held from mid-November to early December for applications received by the stated deadline. IB Diploma Programme (Years 1–2) applicants sit assessments in English and Mathematics and attend an interview to assess programme readiness.
4. Offer & Payment of Acceptance Fees
If an offer is made, parents must confirm acceptance by paying the required debenture (Personal or Corporate), the Entrance Fee, and the Capital Levy by the stated deadline. Offers not accepted within the deadline may be withdrawn.
5. Enrolment & Registration
Once all acceptance fees are received, the school provides details for student registration, including medical forms, uniform and book orders, bus arrangements, and device setup information. The Admissions Team will verify all documents and payments before enrolment is finalised.
6. Confirmation & Commencement
Once all registration steps are complete and payments are confirmed, the student’s place is secured. Secondary and IB Diploma students begin classes in August at the start of the new academic year, following orientation and induction sessions.
The school offers the SISF Ng Teng Fong Merit Scholarship administered by the Singapore International School Foundation Limited (SISF). The scholarship is merit-based and available to students currently studying in local Hong Kong schools and entering Secondary 1–3 or Year 1 of the IB Diploma Programme. Awardees receive full tuition, exemption from application fee, debenture and capital levy for one academic year, and possibly full or partial subsidy of textbooks, school uniform, laptop, lunch, local transport, field trips, CCAs and public examination fees, subject to continuing eligibility and good conduct.
The school does not publicly describe a detailed formal waitlist or “pool” system.
