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Diocesan Boys' School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$136,822 - 234,876
Ages 12 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 1386
Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)
Opened 1869
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

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.

www.dbs.edu.hk

131 Argyle St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

Diocesan Boys' School has 1,386 pupils, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) is situated in the Mong Kok area of Kowloon. The school is located in a central urban district, well-connected by public transport and major MTR lines, making it accessible from across Hong Kong.

Stages
DBS is divided into a Primary Division (Grades 1–6) and a Secondary Division (Grades 7–12). The Secondary Division offers both the HKDSE and IB Diploma Programme.

Type
DBS is an Anglican boys’ school offering both day and boarding options for students in the Secondary Division.

Additional learning support
The school offers Student Welfare and Fee Remission Schemes; however, there is no published information about dedicated SEN or learning support departments.

Country affiliation
DBS is a Hong Kong school and does not have an affiliation with a foreign country.

Religious affiliation
DBS is affiliated with the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (Anglican Church).

School day structure
DBS does not publish a daily timetable publicly, though the calendar indicates regular school days with designated holidays, services, and assemblies.

Bus service
The school does not advertise a daily bus service, though temporary event-day shuttle buses (such as for the Garden Fete) are mentioned in announcements.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Diocesan Boys' School ranges from HKD 136,822 to HKD 234,876 for 2026/27.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Grades 1 – 6: HKD 136,822
Grades 7 – 9: HKD 139,646
Grades 10 – 12: HKD 153,116
IB1 – IB2 (Years 11–12, IB Diploma Programme): HKD 234,876

Tuition fees are billed in multiple installments:

Grades 7–11 (HKDSE and IB): 10 installments per year
Grade 12 (HKDSE): 7 installments
Grade 12 (IB): 8 installments

Additional Fees
The school’s financial assistance documents note that costs for lunch, uniforms, and textbooks may apply separately. DBS operates a Fee Remission and Scholarships Scheme for eligible students, based on financial need.

Payment Options
The school accepts payment through bank transfer as outlined in its admissions and finance documentation.
Academics

Diocesan Boys' School teaches IB (DP) for students aged 12 to 17.

Curriculum
Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) offers two academic pathways in its Secondary Division: the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Students in Grades 7 to 9 follow a broad curriculum that prepares them for either pathway, emphasizing English as the main medium of instruction, with Chinese used for Chinese Language and Chinese History. From Grade 10 onwards, students select between the HKDSE or IB route, each leading to internationally recognized qualifications for university admission. The IB Diploma Programme covers core components such as the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The Primary Division curriculum builds foundational knowledge in English, Chinese, Mathematics, and General Studies, with an emphasis on moral education and personal development.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Obtain Application Form
For G7 (Form 1), parents can request the application between a specific window (for example, mid-October to mid-November) by mail, in person, or by downloading it from the school website. Applicants are not required to disclose family income in the form.

2. Submit Application & Selective Assessment
After submission, selected candidates are invited to attend interviews in English and Cantonese. Students who demonstrate strong talent in sports or music may also be asked to complete trial or audition assessments.

3. Selection & Weighting Criteria
For G7 entry, selection is based on multiple factors: 60% academic results, 20% extracurricular achievements, 15% interviews, and 5% other factors (such as sibling or alumni connections).

4. Offers / Enrollment
Successful applicants are notified, usually between late March and early April, and must sign a Letter of Undertaking committing that them student will not join the government’s Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) system.

5. Admissions for IB / G10 / G11 (external applicants)
For the Grade 10 Bridging Year Programme and Grade 11 IB Diploma, applications open online each February. Applicants must take written tests in English, Chinese or French, and Mathematics, with occasional cognitive assessments.

Scholarships
DBS offers both need-based and merit-based financial support through its Scholarship and Fee Remission Schemes. The Fee Remission Scheme, overseen by the Student Welfare Committee, provides eligible families with 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% tuition fee remission, depending on gross family income and household size. Students in Grades 7 to 12 may also receive additional assistance, such as lunch, textbooks, and uniform subsidie,s through the Student Financial Assistance Scheme. Merit scholarships are awarded to students who excel in academics, sports, music, or extracurricular activities, as determined by the school’s Admissions Awards Subcommittee. In addition, the Centre for Further Studies and Careers (CFC) maintains a Scholarship Advisory Team that supports and advises students applying for external scholarship opportunities.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose a formal waitlist or pool system as part of its admissions process.
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