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Hong Kong has one of the most mature and competitive international school markets in Asia. The city offers virtually every curriculum you could want, from IB and British to American, Canadian, and French, alongside strong bilingual Mandarin-English options. Admissions can be fiercely competitive, with waitlists at top schools stretching years. Housing is expensive by any standard, but the trade-off is a safe, well-connected city with world-class transport and a deeply international community.
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Bloom KKCA Academy is a private bilingual primary school in Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong, offering Grades 1 to 6. Founded by Renée Boey, the school uses a project-based learning approach in English and Mandarin. Three pillars guide the curriculum: Care, Think, and Act. Students are taught to think like mathematicians, artists, engineers, and historians through disciplinary learning. The school features daily "campfires" for character education, weekly community excursions, service learning, and low student-teacher ratios. A STEM programme is guided by an experienced NASA engineer advisor.
Saint Too Bloom Academy is a bilingual secondary school located in Kowloon, Hong Kong. The curriculum blends the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) framework with Cambridge IGCSE and A Level subjects, providing students with firm foundations in sciences, humanities, mathematics, and languages. There is also a credit-based United States High School Diploma and an exam-based Hong Kong DSE taught in Mandarin. Classrooms at the Tong Yam Street campus are structurally fitted for small-group, project-based learning. The school emphasizes hands-on application through its signature Entrepreneurship and STEM programs. In the 21st Century Studio program, students connect directly with companies like InnoX Academy and interact with researchers from global universities. The Future Ready Literacy and Advisory curriculum integrates social-emotional learning with physical health, incorporating mindful practices such as morning Tai Chi sessions in the Wellbeing Grove and nature-based initiatives in the Forest School. By merging traditional scholarship with vocational and experiential learning, Saint Too Bloom Academy prepares students for future careers and helps them develop purposeful solutions for real-world challenges.
International Christian Quality Music Secondary and Primary School (ICQM) is a unique private institution in Hong Kong that integrates a full academic education with professional music training. Located in the purpose-built Po Kong Village Road School Village in Diamond Hill, the school offers a continuous "through-train" education from Primary 1 to Secondary 6. The curriculum follows the local Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) framework but is distinguished by its specialized music program, which includes music appreciation, composition, and instrumental training as core subjects alongside standard academic disciplines like English, Chinese, Mathematics, and Science.
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.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong)’s Secondary Campus opened in 2012, when the school extended its programme to accommodate secondary and pre-university levels, and is located at 2 Police School Road, Wong Chuk Hang. The six-year secondary curriculum begins with a Singapore-style Lower Secondary framework in Years 1–2, followed by the internationally-recognised Cambridge IGCSE in Years 3–4 and culminates in the IB Diploma Programme in Years 5–6. The campus is adjacent to the primary site, connected by a link-bridge, facilitating continuity for students progressing from Primary to Secondary. Instruction is predominantly in English, with Chinese (Putonghua) taught as a core language; students also have access to enrichment and co-curricular programmes in leadership, sport and the arts.
Guidepost Montessori Repulse Bay offers a distinctive dual-language learning environment situated in one of Hong Kong's most scenic coastal neighbourhoods. Located directly opposite Repulse Bay Beach, the campus leverages its unique setting to integrate nature into the daily experience, featuring private indoor and outdoor play areas that encourage exploration. The school follows an authentic Montessori curriculum for children from infancy through kindergarten, fostering independence through self-directed activity and hands-on learning. A key feature of the program is its immersive English and Mandarin environment, where students engage with native-speaking guides to develop fluency naturally. Beyond the core academic offering, the school provides specialized enrichment programs such as "Montessori Kitchen" and "Mini-Makers," allowing children to develop practical life skills and creative expression. The campus serves as a community hub, offering accompanied programs for infants and a seamless transition to independent learning for toddlers and preschoolers.
The Academy of Innovation Primary School, part of the Guidepost Montessori network, offers a unique educational experience in the heart of Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay. Designed for children aged 6 to 12, the school delivers an authentic Montessori Curriculum within a bespoke dual-language environment, where students immerse themselves in both English and Mandarin daily. The campus is located at 77 Caroline Hill Road, a site described as a "haven in the middle of the city," featuring specialized learning spaces such as a Montessori Kitchen and Garden that support its "education for life" philosophy. Distinct from traditional classrooms, the school utilizes mixed-age environments that foster collaboration and independence. A standout feature is the school’s emphasis on Innovation and Agency, where students engage in interdisciplinary projects—ranging from coding to botany—that allow them to apply academic skills to real-world problem solving. The program is specifically structured to nurture self-directed learners who are both academically capable and socially responsible.
Island Waldorf School (IWS) offers a distinct alternative to mainstream education in Hong Kong, providing the territory’s first non-profit, bilingual Waldorf curriculum for children from Kindergarten through Grade 8. Located across two urban campuses on Hong Kong Island, with a dedicated Outdoor Activities Centre on Lamma Island, the school integrates intellectual, artistic, and practical learning. The curriculum is delivered through Main Lessons where a Class Teacher stays with the same group of students for multiple years, fostering deep mentorship.
Anfield International Kindergarten in Kowloon Tong provides a British curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for children aged two years and eight months to over four years. The school operates within a self-contained, two-storey building that includes a well-stocked library, a specialist music room, and a drama and activity space. A garden and outdoor play area further support physical development and learning outside the classroom. The school is distinctively known for its Catholic foundation and the motto "Educating Hearts and Minds," aiming to foster character and faith alongside academic skills. Programmes include Kindergarten 1, 2, and 3, with options for half-day or full-day sessions. The curriculum emphasizes English language acquisition while incorporating Chinese Studies, Physical Education, and Music. Notably, the school maintains a specific ratio of one teacher for a maximum of ten pupils to support individual student growth.
Guidepost Montessori Mid-Levels Family Club offers a specialized, nurturing environment designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their families in the heart of Hong Kong. Located directly across from the main Mid-Levels campus, this facility features a dedicated space for the "Montessori Together" accompanied playgroups and "Nido" programs for children as young as 6 weeks old. The centre is distinguished by its authentic Montessori curriculum, which fosters independence and psycho-sensory motor development from the earliest stages of life. A key highlight is the facility's massive 5,000-square-foot outdoor play area, a rare find in the dense Mid-Levels district, allowing young children ample space for gross motor exploration. The program provides a true dual-language immersion experience, with English and Mandarin spoken daily to support natural language acquisition. Additionally, the Family Club includes a neighborhood café and exclusive events, creating a vibrant community hub where parents can connect while their children engage in purposeful, scientifically grounded learning.
Diocesan Girls’ School (DGS) in Jordan, Kowloon, was founded in 1860 and remains a girls’ secondary school with English as the medium of instruction for all non-Chinese subjects. Students follow Hong Kong’s HKDSE route or opt into the British GCE Advanced Level pathway from Secondary Five. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, sports field, auditorium, fitness centre, and an Artificial Intelligence Laboratory; daily assemblies and a broad extracurricular programme are part of school life. Music is a distinctive strength, with multiple choirs, orchestras, and ensembles performing regularly, alongside drama and dance. A wide range of clubs spans robotics, programming, debating, Model United Nations, service initiatives through the Citizens’ Club, and numerous sports teams. Boarding is available Monday through Friday during term time for up to 60 students. Annual fees for local students are HKD 42,000, with published fee remission and scholarship schemes.
St. Paul’s Co-educational College (SPCC) is a Hong Kong secondary school (Grades 7–12) offering two senior pathways: the local Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). English is the medium of instruction for all subjects except Chinese, which is taught in Putonghua (F1–F3) with other Chinese subjects in Cantonese. The campus at 33 MacDonnell Road includes the Chong Yau Pak Wan Residence Hall, providing boarding places for up to 79 students. SPCC is well known for music, with multiple choirs and orchestras rehearsing weekly, and it hosts wide-ranging clubs across academics, arts, sports and service. Signature experiences include Student Activities Week, a “Rites of Passage” programme in Australia for Grade 9, and participation in the International Student Science Conference.
Kingston International Kindergarten in Kowloon Tong offers a bilingual English–Putonghua Early Years programme that forms the first stage of Kingston’s IB Primary Years Programme pathway (ages 3–5, with a 2-year-old class at the Children Centre). Daily learning includes English and Putonghua circle time, specialist music, outdoor play, and creative activities. A distinctive feature is Kingston’s school-wide commitment to student-run clubs and community action—from Choir and Orchestra to the Kingston Environmental Group—offering authentic opportunities even before Primary. The kindergarten campus sits at 12–14 Cumberland Road in Kowloon Tong, close to Kingston’s Primary campuses on Waterloo Road; parents arrange transport directly with bus companies, as the school does not operate a bus service.
Guidepost Montessori Pok Fu Lam offers a dedicated Montessori environment for children from infancy through kindergarten. Located in the Chi Fu Gardens estate, the campus features five bright classrooms and a spacious indoor play area designed to support large motor development. The school operates a true dual-language program, where every classroom is staffed with both an English-speaking and a Mandarin-speaking guide, allowing students to naturally acquire fluency while engaging with scientifically designed Montessori materials. Distinctive to this campus is its "Montessori Together" program for infants as young as six months, which provides a gentle, accompanied introduction to the school setting. For older children, the curriculum emphasizes "freedom within limits," encouraging independence through self-directed activity in practical life, sensorial exploration, and mathematics. Families also have access to enrichment options such as the "Mini-Makers" creative workshops and "Montessori Kitchen," extending learning beyond the standard academic day.
Hong Kong Adventist Academy (HKAA) is a Seventh-day Adventist private school located on the campus of Hong Kong Adventist College in Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung, Hong Kong. Founded in 2011, HKAA offers international education for grades 1–12, combining an American curriculum for the high school through Griggs International Academy with a local Hong Kong curriculum for lower grades. All core subjects are taught in English from Grade 1 onward, with Putonghua (Mandarin) and traditional Chinese writing taught as part of the language program. The campus sits on a hillside in a rural setting about 15 minutes from Tseung Kwan O and Sai Kung, and overlooks the South China Sea. The school provides a dormitory for students in Grades 7–12 (5- or 7-day boarding). For 2025–2026, tuition is HKD 117,500 per year for Grade 1–6 and HKD 139,000 per year for Grade 7–12, with additional mandatory costs such as bus, meals, books, and uniforms. HKAA's high school diploma options include the American Standard High School Diploma or the College Preparatory Diploma through Griggs International Academy. The school emphasizes outdoor education, STEM, and languages as core strengths and welcomes students from around the world. HKAA's student body includes learners from over 35 countries, and the staff reflects international backgrounds. The campus and programs also support a variety of spiritual and community activities consistent with its Adventist identity.
International Montessori School (IMS) Mid-Levels serves children aged 2–6 in a bilingual English–Putonghua environment with AMI-trained teachers in every classroom. The campus is in Soho/Sheung Wan near Hollywood Road Park, used for short outdoor observations. Programmes include Foundation Groups (2–3) and Casa dei Bambini (3–6); Casa classes operate with a 2:25 teacher–student ratio and a three-year mixed-age cycle. IMS’s broader pathway continues through Elementary and Hong Kong’s first Montessori Middle School (12–14), where students take daily small-group Chinese and can join opportunities such as Model United Nations, student-led clubs, and community projects. The school contracts a bus service across Hong Kong Island; uniforms are required from Casa. Address: Mezzanine Entrance, Tung Fai Gardens, 17 Po Yan Street, Sheung Wan.
IMS Stanley is the south-side home of Hong Kong’s first through-train bilingual Montessori school, founded in 2002. The campus sits beside Stanley Plaza and the promenade, giving classes ready access to parks and the beach for nature-based inquiry. Teaching is fully bilingual with one English-speaking and one Putonghua-speaking teacher in each classroom; in Elementary, children also join small-group Chinese lessons by ability. Programmes at Stanley span ages 2–14, including Elementary (6–12) and Middle School (12–14). Students join student-led clubs, represent IMS in APSSO sports from Grade 3, and Upper Elementary can take part in Montessori Model United Nations. The Casa (3–6) teacher–student ratio is 2:25. IMS contracts a bus network across Hong Kong Island and publishes fees and other costs on its site.
Tsung Tsin Christian Academy (TTCA) is a secondary school in Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon, founded in 2004 and sponsored by the Tsung Tsin Mission of Hong Kong. The school uses English as the medium of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese and Chinese History taught in Chinese; students who opt for Putonghua as the medium for Chinese sit a school assessment. Academically, students follow the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) curriculum, with an International Advanced Level (IAL) pathway available in S.5–S.6; the Chinese Department also offers GCE A-Level Chinese. Co-curricular options include ICT & Robotics, STEAM Innovation, Digital Art Hub, Classical Painting Studio, and a Business Club. TTCA highlights values education through a 12-Disciple mentoring scheme and committees that oversee counselling, SEN support, student welfare, and religious programs. Annual events such as the school’s Annual Performance and learning trips feature in the calendar.
Guidepost Montessori Chai Wan is a dedicated early childhood center located on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. The campus serves children from infancy through six years old, offering a faithful implementation of the Montessori method. The school operates three classrooms within a standalone facility in the Harmony Garden estate, featuring direct access to a private outdoor playground. The curriculum is delivered in a dual-language environment, where students interact daily with both English and Mandarin-speaking guides to develop fluency naturally. Programs range from "Montessori Together" for accompanied infants to the "Children’s House" for kindergarten-aged students. The school focuses on building independence through self-directed activity, utilizing specialized Montessori materials that encourage hands-on learning in mathematics, language, and sensory perception. Additionally, the campus offers enrichment programs that allow students to explore specific interests outside the standard work cycle.
Guidepost Montessori Happy Valley Sing Woo Road is a specialized campus dedicated exclusively to the youngest learners, serving infants and toddlers from birth to 2.5 years old. Located in the heart of the Happy Valley community, this facility offers a warm, nurturing extension of the home designed to foster early independence and confidence. The school follows an authentic Montessori curriculum, featuring the "Nido" (Nest) program for infants and "Transitional Toddler" classes that prepare children for the next stage of their education. A distinctive feature of this campus is its immersive dual-language environment, where little ones are exposed to both English and Mandarin daily by native-speaking guides. The purpose-built classrooms are filled with scientifically designed Montessori materials that encourage free movement and sensory exploration. For families seeking a supportive start, the "Montessori Together" accompanied playgroups provide a unique opportunity for parents and children to experience the Montessori method side-by-side.
Mulberry House International Kindergarten’s Southside Campus is a 10,000 sq ft early childhood campus in Aberdeen, beside the harbour on Hong Kong Island. Facilities include brightly lit classrooms opening onto spacious indoor areas, a bilingual library, indoor playground, music room, art room, gym and a dedicated baby gym. The school offers programmes for children aged 6 months to 6 years, with dual-language, pure English and pure Mandarin streams guided by the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage and Reggio Emilia–inspired practice. Classes are co-taught by native English and Mandarin early years educators, providing a 50–50 bilingual immersion option alongside single-language classes. The Southside ECA Programme offers Language Arts, S.T.E.A.M., Musical Theatre, art and multiple sports activities. Mulberry House also integrates a Forest School programme and “Nature & Food Education,” incorporating outdoor and nature-based experiences into children’s regular learning.
St. Stephen’s College is a co-educational secondary school in Stanley on Hong Kong Island, offering dual pathways to the HKDSE and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) in senior years. The 150,000 m² campus—described by the school as Hong Kong’s largest secondary campus—includes numerous academic, sports and arts facilities, plus boarding across six dormitories for more than 400 students. Signature initiatives include a Creativity Programme (e.g., iEngineering, Creative Ceramics, Creative Music and Creative Media) and a Service Learning Programme. Students access a wide range of ECA groups from academic societies and debate teams to music ensembles and community service clubs. The College highlights English and Chinese (including Putonghua) in its learning aims. The school’s Heritage Trail also showcases on-campus historic buildings, reflecting a long history since 1903.
The Repulse Bay Campus of Hong Kong International School (HKIS) serves students from Reception One through Grade 5. Located at 23 South Bay Close, Repulse Bay, the campus was fully redeveloped in 2017–2018 to provide bespoke facilities for early childhood and primary education. The Lower Primary follows a play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, while Upper Primary continues with U.S. standards in core subjects, preparing students for Middle School at Tai Tam. Facilities include 70 homeroom classrooms, 14 Chinese Studies rooms, 4 art rooms, 4 music rooms, 2 cafeterias, 2 libraries, 9 playgrounds, and a 700-seat chapel. Dedicated spaces such as the Kid Kitchen, Hydroponic Farm, Media Lab, and STEM Lab encourage hands-on inquiry and creativity. Students benefit from dual language opportunities in Chinese and English, alongside a vibrant co-curricular program. The campus combines strong academic foundations with facilities designed specifically for younger learners.
Founded in 1851, St. Paul’s College is a boys’ day school on 69 Bonham Road on Hong Kong Island. The College runs a school-based curriculum in Forms 1–3 and the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) in senior forms, with opportunities to take IGCSE and an International A-Level (IAL) stream for selected students. Co-curricular life is extensive: the Students’ Association operates 50+ clubs, alongside a Scout Troop and Youth Red Cross. The Global Classroom programme organises overseas study tours and exchanges each year. Facilities and teams support 15 sports with professional coaching. Languages include English as MOI, Chinese (with some Putonghua classes), and optional French and Spanish courses that progress to IGCSE
Guidepost Montessori Mid-Levels offers a modernized Montessori education for children aged 2 to 6 years in the heart of Hong Kong Island. Recently opened in August 2024, the campus occupies three floors of the On Fung Building on Caine Road, featuring spacious, light-filled classrooms and dedicated indoor and outdoor play areas designed to foster independence and exploration. The school follows an authentic Montessori curriculum delivered through a dual-language immersion program in English and Mandarin, ensuring students develop fluency in both languages naturally. A unique feature of this location is its close integration with the Guidepost Family Club directly across the street, which provides additional facilities and community events for families. The school emphasizes a child-centered approach where students engage with scientifically designed materials at their own pace, supported by a low teacher-to-student ratio. This campus serves as a supportive community hub, offering seamless transitions from early toddlerhood through to the kindergarten years.
Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) is a co‑educational day school in Kowloon Tong offering Early Years and Primary education. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum framework complemented by a strong Chinese language and culture programme and bilingual co‑teaching in English and Mandarin. The campus environment supports young learners with age‑appropriate classrooms, outdoor play zones and learning spaces designed to develop cognitive, social and emotional growth.
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.
Guidepost Montessori Discovery Bay offers a distinctive early childhood education nestled in the scenic and family-oriented community of Discovery Bay North. Following the authentic Montessori Curriculum, the school provides a carefully prepared environment where children from 1.5 to 6 years old can develop independence, confidence, and a love for learning. A standout feature of this campus is its dedicated outdoor play space, which allows students to extend their exploration beyond the classroom—a rare asset in Hong Kong. The program is delivered through a full immersion dual-language model, with English and Mandarin integrated into daily activities to foster natural bilingual fluency. With specialized programs ranging from Transitional Toddler to the Children’s House, the school focuses on individualized development, ensuring each child progresses at their own pace within a supportive and nurturing community setting.
Yew Chung International School – Secondary Campus serves students from lower secondary through Years 10‑11 IGCSE and Years 12‑13 IB Diploma. The curriculum is bilingual and draws on UK, US, Australia, Singapore and China frameworks, with core instruction in English and Chinese language tracks. Facilities include science laboratories, indoor and outdoor sports courts, and specialised classrooms for arts, technology and STEM learning.
Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School (CKY) is a through-train private, non-profit school in Kowloon offering a 12-year bilingual (English and Chinese) education for ages 6–18. The curriculum is school-based in Years 1–8, progresses to Cambridge IGCSE in Years 9–10, and culminates in the IB Diploma Programme in Years 11–12. Signature experiences include CAS Challenge Week, where students undertake projects in areas such as environmental conservation, social innovation, animal welfare, and physical expeditions. Languages available at IB include English A/Chinese A, English B/Chinese B (HL) and French/Spanish ab initio (SL). The campus is at 6 Caldecott Road, Piper’s Hill, Kowloon.
Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) is a boys’ day and boarding school in Mong Kok, Kowloon, with roots dating to 1869. The Secondary Division offers two academic pathways: Hong Kong’s HKDSE and the IB Diploma Programme, delivered with English as the medium of instruction (Chinese is used for Chinese Language and Chinese History). DBS highlights extensive co-curricular life, including Inter-School Sports and major music events such as Homecoming and other concerts. The school publishes transparent, grade-by-grade fees (local and non-local) and installment details for IB and HKDSE years. Boarding information and application notices are provided on the school website. Recent school reports describe student numbers and outline community-service initiatives. Families can find contact details, gate hours, and calendars online, as well as an IB site confirming the programme and noting AFEC “Athlete-Friendly Education Centre” accreditation.
Kingston International School’s Lower Primary campus, at 113 Waterloo Road in Kowloon Tong, serves children aged 5 to 8 (Years 1 to 3) within the school’s IB Primary Years Programme. Each class is co-taught by an English teacher and a Putonghua teacher, supporting bilingual learning in both languages. Students participate in a variety of enrichment activities, including the Choir, Orchestra, and Newspaper Club, as well as community-based initiatives like the Kingston Environmental Group and Student Representative Council. Located in a central but peaceful neighbourhood of Hong Kong, the Lower Primary campus is part of a three-campus network that continues the school’s bilingual early years education into the primary grades.
Kiangsu-Chekiang College (KCC) is a co-educational secondary school founded in 1958 and located at 20 Braemar Hill Road in North Point. The Direct Subsidy Scheme Section prepares students for HKDSE, while the campus’s International Section offers IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, giving families multiple progression routes. The school highlights balanced use of Chinese and English and publishes detailed tuition schedules for local and non-local students, including installment plans. Recent campus news shows an active Chinese Orchestra and Girls’ Drum Team, student participation in district sports events, and an overnight leadership camp for S4 students.
The ISF Academy is a nonprofit, co-educational independent school in Pokfulam, Hong Kong, offering bilingual immersion in Putonghua and English. Secondary students follow the International Baccalaureate MYP (G6–10) and DP (G11–12); Primary uses the school’s own program. The campus has housed both Primary and Secondary since 2007. Language instruction shifts toward more English in the upper years (for example, G6 ~70% English / 30% Chinese; G9 ~80% English / 20% Chinese). Typical classes are small (≤20 in Primary; <22 in Secondary). Co-curricular options are extensive, from Engineering & Robotics and Math Team to Choir, Ceramics, Drama, and sports such as Swimming and Wushu. ISF is accredited by the Association for Experiential Education, reflecting a strong emphasis on experiential learning alongside programs like the Hong Kong Explorer Award. Daily school buses are provided via Kwoon Chung Bus Co.
Chinese International School (CIS) is a bilingual Reception–Year 13 school on Braemar Hill, Hong Kong. Primary students learn in English and Chinese (Mandarin) with equal time in both languages, while Secondary instruction is primarily in English with Mandarin required at differentiated levels. The curriculum progresses from IB MYP in Years 7–9, to a school-developed programme in Years 10–11, and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. A distinctive feature is CIS Hangzhou, a required year-long residential programme for Year 10 that deepens language, cultural understanding, and service through experiential learning. The school enrols 1,500+ students and offers extensive co-curricular activities across Arts, Sports, and Service, including a weekly Service Programme led by Year 12 students. CIS operates a “Busing for All” policy for Years 3–11 to reduce congestion and emissions.
Singapore International School (Hong Kong)’s Preparatory Years and Primary Campus is located at 23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, and serves students from the two-year Preparatory Years programme through to Primary 6. The Preparatory Years curriculum is fully bilingual (English & Chinese/Putonghua with simplified characters) and supports a class-size of approximately 22 students in PY1 and PY2. In Primary, the school follows the Singapore curriculum adapted to the HKSAR context and emphasises subject disciplines, thinking and communication skills, and character development built around the values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care and Harmony (3RICH). Campus facilities include classrooms, makerspaces, a swimming pool, outdoor playgrounds and specialised studios for art, music and drama. The Nam Long Shan campus is linked via a bridge to the Secondary section, providing continuity for families seeking through-train education.
Kingston International School’s Upper Primary is a bilingual IB Primary Years Programme delivered in English and Putonghua, using traditional Chinese characters. Classes are small, with a stated maximum of two teachers to 22 students, and learning spans language, mathematics, social studies, science, arts, and PSPE through a transdisciplinary programme. Students take part in performances, including a Year 6 musical, and have opportunities to join Choir and Orchestra. Service is encouraged through the Kingston Environmental Group, which leads sustainability initiatives across both primary campuses. Sport is part of the routine with PE twice per 6-day cycle, an annual Sports Day, and school teams. Upper Primary is led by Principal John Harper, and the campus is located at 105 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong.
Invictus Primary (Tseung Kwan O) offers Cambridge Primary in Years 1–6 with an English–Chinese bilingual approach. Located at Monterey Place, 23 Tong Chun Street, the campus sits within a waterfront development with access to parks, promenades and sports facilities. Classrooms operate with a maximum 25:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Students study English, Mathematics (with structured problem-solving), Science, Chinese (as a first or second language), Chinese Culture, and Digital Literacy/IT. After-school options include Football, Choir, Speech & Drama, Chinese Drum, Digital Art, and an Entrepreneur Club.
Spanish School of Hong Kong (SSHK) is a private, non-profit international school in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong, opened in 2017. SSHK operates across two campuses (Tai Po Market Campus and Shuen Wan Campus) and has relocated its main campus to Tai Po Market in 2024 while remaining adjacent to the Hong Kong Railway Museum. The school offers a trilingual English–Spanish–Mandarin programme within a Cambridge International Curriculum framework, with Madrid National Curriculum for Spanish language and a local Chinese language curriculum taught in Putonghua. SSHK provides extensive indoor facilities, including a main Hall, multisport arena, science laboratories, music and practice rooms, a library, and ICT spaces, designed to support active, outdoor-friendly learning. Students study core subjects (English, Maths, Science, Spanish, Chinese) plus non-core subjects (Physical Education, Music, Art and Design, Computing, Global Perspective, Leadership) and participate in weekly ECAs. The school teaches Spanish and Chinese as languages, and offers English-medium instruction with trilingual language exposure for students. SSHK emphasises leadership, creativity, community spirit and cross-cultural understanding within a bilingual/multilingual learning environment.
Located in Upper Cheung Sha Village on South Lantau Island, the Reception campus of Lantau International School serves children aged four to five in a bilingual English–Mandarin environment. Following the British Early Years Foundation Stage framework, the programme focuses on early literacy, numeracy, creative arts, and social development through structured play and exploration. The seaside setting near Cheung Sha Beach allows for outdoor activities and nature-based learning as part of daily routines. Class sizes are limited to 22 students, ensuring close teacher support. Families can reach the campus via school bus routes and local transport from Tung Chung and Mui Wo, making it accessible while maintaining a peaceful coastal environment.
HKCA Po Leung Kuk School sits at 62 Tin Hau Temple Road on Hong Kong Island, in the Tin Hau area, and serves children aged 3 to 12. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) as its international curriculum, with English as the language of instruction and daily Mandarin (Putonghua) taught as a language subject. The campus is about a 350‑metre walk from Tin Hau MTR Station and sits on a renovated site that was originally built by the Hong Kong Construction Association and later developed through collaboration with Po Leung Kuk for an IB World School. The school began planning to implement the IB‑PYP with authorisation targeted for 2019‑2020; current provision includes Kindergarten (K1–K3) and Primary (Grade 1–6). In 2021–2022, Grade 6 was added; in 2022–23, PM sessions for K1–K3 were introduced. The school has a maximum capacity of 144 Early Years places and 480 Primary places (624 total), with up to 24 students per class and a 10:1 student–teacher ratio. The school emphasizes service to the community, language development and a broad range of co‑curricular activities.
Invictus International School’s Chai Wan campus is the English-medium secondary site for Years 7–13 on Hong Kong Island. Students follow the Cambridge pathway—Lower Secondary in Years 7–9, IGCSE in Years 10–11, and A-Levels in Years 12–13—leading to widely recognised qualifications for university entry. The campus includes interactive classrooms, a science lab, computer lab, and a theatre, with access to nearby government sports facilities. Set beside country park trails at the end of Tai Tam Road, it’s about five minutes by bus from Sai Wan Ho or Chai Wan MTR, offering easy Island Line connections. A notable feature is the clear subject progression to A-Levels at Key Stage 5, allowing students to select subject combinations to match future degree plans.
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.
The International Montessori School (IMS) operates four Hong Kong Island campuses, including Aldrich Bay, and offers an authentic Montessori education with full-time bilingual immersion (English and Putonghua) and AMI-trained teachers in every classroom. Families can see early-years Montessori in action at Aldrich Bay through small-group, 18–30-month trial sessions guided by both English- and Putonghua-speaking teachers. Across IMS, the curriculum spans ages 1–14, with Elementary featuring an integrated, inquiry-driven programme and daily level-grouped Chinese lessons (45 minutes). IMS provides a contracted school bus network on Hong Kong Island; uniforms are required in Casa dei Bambini and Elementary. A distinctive feature is IMS’s bilingual Montessori pathway delivered across multiple campuses with AMI expertise—unusual in Hong Kong—supported by opportunities such as Model United Nations, student-run clubs, and community service in Elementary.
Guidepost Montessori Sai Kung offers a unique, scientifically grounded education for children from infancy through kindergarten within the serene Marina Cove community. Distinguished by its authentic Montessori Curriculum, the school provides a dual-language immersion environment where students naturally acquire fluency in both English and Mandarin. The campus is designed to foster independence and confidence, featuring spacious, light-filled classrooms and rare private outdoor play spaces that allow for exploration beyond the traditional classroom setting. Uniquely, the school integrates "Montessori Together" playgroups and a "Children’s House" program that mixes ages to encourage peer learning and social development. Families benefit from a flexible, year-round calendar that supports modern schedules while maintaining a close-knit community feel. As part of the global Guidepost network, the school combines the personal attention of a local campus with the resources of a large international group, ensuring a seamless and enriching educational start for your child.
Guidepost Montessori Clearwater Bay is a dedicated early childhood center located on the seventh floor of Silverstrand Mart, overlooking Silverstrand Bay. The school serves children from six months to six years old through a sequence of programs including Montessori Together, Transitional Toddler, and Children's House. The campus features four distinct classrooms equipped with specialized Montessori materials that encourage children to engage in self-directed activity and purposeful play. A notable feature is the school’s dual-language immersion, where English and Mandarin are integrated into daily routines to foster natural language acquisition. The school is particularly known for its "Transitional Toddler" program, a semi-accompanied offering designed specifically to ease separation anxiety by bridging the gap between parent-accompanied playgroups and independent classroom learning. With its coastal views and prepared environment, the school focuses on building foundational independence and social skills in a setting specifically tailored to the physical and developmental needs of young learners.
IMS South Horizons is IMS’s dedicated early years campus on Ap Lei Chau, a minute from South Horizons MTR and next to a seaside community playground. It serves ages 1–6 through Montessori First Steps (1–2), Foundation (2–3) and Casa dei Bambini (3–6), taught bilingually in English and Putonghua with one teacher for each language in every classroom. IMS follows an authentic Montessori curriculum, with clear teacher-to-student ratios (e.g., 2:8 in First Steps and 2:25 in Casa) and AMI-trained educators. Families can use the IMS bus network covering most of Hong Kong Island. IMS is part of a four-campus school serving about 1,000 children from 1–14, with elementary and middle school continuing at other campuses; older students join student council, clubs, and service initiatives. South Horizons focuses on a calm, hands-on start to school in a bilingual environment.
Dalton School Hong Kong (DSHK) is a dual-language school on Stubbs Road, Hong Kong Island. The International Program currently spans Primary and Middle School, integrating the Dalton Plan with a 50/50 English–Mandarin model in Primary and continued dual-language learning in Middle School. Notable facilities include a new campus described as being “in the heart of Hong Kong Island” and surrounded by greenery; the school highlights ongoing development of spaces such as a black box theatre, music auditorium, squash courts, music practice rooms, secondary classrooms, and science labs. Signature programs include X-Time, where students choose from offerings like coding, robotics, art, yoga, and clubs, and Xtra Dalton after-school activities featuring pottery, Guzheng, chess, basketball, and Chinese brush painting. Middle School adds Service Learning.
Pui Kiu College is a through-train day school in Tai Wai, Sha Tin, serving G1–G12 with a local HKDSE pathway and an International Stream culminating in the NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) for UK university entry. The school outlines subjects across Primary and Secondary, including Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, Science, ICT, and performing arts in both Chinese and English. Published activities show a broad ECA programme with academic clubs (e.g., Astronomy, Science), arts groups (Visual Arts, Music, Dance), and community/service teams (Red Cross Cadet, Scouts, Hong Kong Award for Young People).
Christian Alliance P.C. Lau Memorial International School (CAPCL) is a Christian day school in Kowloon City offering Preparatory to Grade 6 with the Alberta (Canada) Programs of Study in a bilingual setting (~65% English / 35% Mandarin). The curriculum includes Bible, language arts in English and Chinese, mathematics, science/social studies, music, visual arts, and physical education. A signature feature is STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading & Research, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics), emphasizing hands-on, multidisciplinary learning. Facilities highlighted by the school include the Treehouse Library, Christ Ambassador Makerspace, Heavenly Studio, and varied indoor/outdoor playspaces. Typical class sizes are about 22–24 students. CAPCL provides a contracted school bus service across Hong Kong and operates an admissions rolling process where places are available. The school notes a capacity of approximately 550 students and is Alberta-accredited.
The CDNIS Early Years Centre (EYC) serves children aged 2–3 in bilingual (English/Chinese) or international (English) tracks within the IB Primary Years Programme framework. Located at THE SOUTHSIDE in Wong Chuk Hang, the centre runs half-day Nursery (age 2) and EY1 (age 3) programmes. The bilingual model provides roughly equal exposure to English and Chinese, with dedicated teachers and a bilingual educational assistant in each class. Families will find clear operational details, including no bussing for EYC (bussing applies to the main campus only). Schoolwide, CDNIS offers a through-train IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP), with over 2,100 students. Distinctive programmes include strong technology integration (1:1 devices and coding/robotics beginning in lower grades) and community engagement through Local & Global Engagement initiatives. Fees for Nursery and EY1 are published annually; in 2025/26 Nursery Half-Day (Bilingual) is HK$138,600 and EY1 Half-Day (Bilingual) is HK$156,300.
Guidepost Montessori Kennedy Town offers a dedicated Montessori education for children aged 6 months to 6 years in the heart of Hong Kong’s Western District. Conveniently located near the HKU MTR station, the campus features six purpose-built classrooms designed to foster independence and curiosity. The school follows an authentic Montessori curriculum that allows students to learn at their own pace through hands-on exploration with specialized materials. A standout feature of this campus is its immersive dual-language environment, where students interact daily in both English and Mandarin with native-speaking guides. Beyond the core academic program, the school offers enrichment activities such as "Mini Makers," creative arts, and a "Montessori Kitchen" program that builds practical life skills. With a low student-to-teacher ratio and a focus on individualized development, the school provides a nurturing setting where young learners build a strong foundation for future academic success.
ELCHK Lutheran Academy (LA) is a Direct Subsidy Scheme through-train school in Yuen Long, New Territories, offering a dual-pathway senior programme: IB Diploma (IBDP) and HKDSE. The school is an IB World School across PYP (authorized Jan 2018), MYP (Nov 2019) and DP (Sep 2014). Instruction for non-Chinese subjects is in English, with Chinese & Culture taught in Putonghua. Students may also explore a third language via ECAs, and French ab initio has been offered at the DP level. Facilities and access information include detailed public transport links and a tendered school bus network with 15 routes. Recent school communications highlight distinctive programmes such as Global Classroom study tours and STEM/aerospace initiatives. The Chief Principal is Dr. Patrick LAM Hak-chung. LA reports over 1,200 students enrolled.
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