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American School Hong Kong (ASHK) is situated in Tai Po in the New Territories. The school is in a quieter, residential area surrounded by green spaces and set apart from the city’s central business districts. It is accessible via road links and public transport, including bus routes and the MTR East Rail Line to Tai Po Market.
ASHK provides education from Kindergarten (Reception) through Grade 12. The structure covers Elementary (KG–Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12), with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme offered in Grades 11 and 12.
The school is co-educational, admitting both boys and girls. ASHK does not offer boarding facilities, and students attend on a day-school basis.
ASHK provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who need help with English proficiency. The school also supports students with mild educational needs. The Learning Support team employs various strategies to address students’ needs, including push-in and pull-out instructional support.
ASHK is affiliated with the United States through its American curriculum and standards.
ASHK has no religious affiliation and operates as a non-denominational school.
The school day typically runs from the morning, 7:45 am through mid-afternoon, 2:35 pm. There is also an option to join the after-school program, ECA, which runs from 2:45 - 3:45 pm.
ASHK offers a school bus service for an additional fee. Routes cover various areas across Hong Kong, allowing students from multiple districts to access the campus. The service is optional, and costs depend on the route taken.
Application Fees
A non-refundable Application Fee of HK$900 is required for all new applicants.
A Capital Fee of HK$45,000 is payable per student upon enrollment.
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Reception / Kindergarten: HK$164,800
Grades 1–4: HK$189,600
Grades 5–6: HK$201,500
Grades 7–8: HK$211,300
Grades 9–10: HK$223,200
Grades 11–12 (IB Diploma Programme): HK$234,500
Additional Fees
Uniforms, lunches, and external examination fees are charged separately.
Optional extracurricular activities and some after-school programs carry additional costs.
Transportation Fees
School bus service is available for an additional charge. Costs depend on the route and distance, and are billed annually.
Sibling Discount
A 5% tuition discount applies to the second child, and 10% for the third child and beyond.
Refund Policy
The Re-enrollment Deposit is credited toward the following year’s tuition if the student continues.
No refunds are offered for the Application Fee or Capital Fee.
Payment Options
Payments can be made via bank transfer or through the school’s designated finance office.
American School Hong Kong (ASHK), located in Tai Po in the New Territories, offers an American standards-based education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school follows US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, and students in Grades 11 and 12 have the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. English is the language of instruction, and Chinese is taught in both Simplified and Traditional streams. ASHK emphasizes STEAM learning, with facilities that support science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. A distinctive feature of the school is its “Week Without Walls” program, which provides experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom. The school is co-educational and non-denominational, with a strong focus on inquiry-based learning and enrichment. Families benefit from additional services such as an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program and a school bus service that connects students across Hong Kong.
