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The uniform is compulsory for all students. A complete uniform list is provided at enrolment and on school materials. Jewellery is not allowed at school, with exceptions for earring studs in pierced ears and small religious items; shoulder-length or longer hair must be tied up during the school day; natural hair colours are expected. Parents are responsible for ensuring the uniform is worn, named, clean and in good repair.
The School Canteen by Chartwells offers hot meals, snacks and drinks. Year 1 and Year 2 students are served at the table with a choice of Hot Meal A or B, while Year 3 to Secondary students choose hot meal options in the canteen. A lunch ordering app is used to select daily menu options, and students may also bring a packed lunch.
The school has a house system with leadership roles such as House Captain positions and house-based activities, including charity events.
The School Council, established under Section 32 of the Hong Kong Education Ordinance, governs the school. It is responsible for decisions including the school budget, building developments, school safety and the Head of School appointment.
Discovery Bay International School (DBIS) offers the English National Curriculum from Early Years to Sixth Form, with GCSEs in Years 10–11 and A Levels/BTECs in Years 12–13. The Primary & Secondary Campus sits in Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, and the school uses its unique coastal setting for experiential learning, including Forest and Beach Schools in the early years. Facilities include an artificial turf pitch, heated pool, Globe Theatre, drama/music suites, science labs, and STEAM/DT suites. Students can join clubs such as FOBISIA Maths, Debating, Environmental Club, and service with ImpactHK, alongside termly sports ECAs. Mandarin is taught throughout the school; French and Spanish are optional in Secondary. School transport routes connect Discovery Bay with Tung Chung and South Lantau. DBIS is CIS-accredited.
