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Council of International Schools (CIS) – DBIS is an internationally accredited school through CIS, which recognises schools meeting rigorous global standards in education, governance, and student wellbeing.
FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) – Membership connects DBIS with other British international schools in Asia for collaboration, events, and professional development.
Pearson Edexcel – The school is approved to deliver Pearson Edexcel qualifications, ensuring alignment with UK-based academic assessment standards.
Cambridge Assessment International Education – Authorised to deliver the Cambridge curriculum and qualifications, including IGCSE and A Level pathways.
AQA (Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) – Recognised to provide UK AQA examinations, validating the school’s British curriculum framework.
Common Sense Education – Common Sense School (2021–2023) – Acknowledged for its commitment to digital citizenship and online safety education.
Childnet Digital Leaders Programme (Accredited School) – Recognised for promoting responsible digital engagement and student leadership in online safety.
Evidence Based Education – Great Teaching School Partner – Affiliated with the Great Teaching framework, focusing on continuous professional learning and research-based practice.
Top Schools – Official Partner – Listed as an official partner of Top Schools, a regional education platform connecting families with international schools in Asia.
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.
