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German Swiss International School (GSIS) was founded in 1969 by German and Swiss parents aiming to establish a bilingual German‑English school in Hong Kong.
It began modestly, and over time expanded to include both a Kindergarten/Lower Primary campus (Pok Fu Lam) and the Peak campus (Primary/Secondary) to accommodate growth in student numbers and programme offerings.
The school has maintained a “through‑train” model, meaning students can progress from Kindergarten all the way through Secondary in either the German International Stream or the English International Stream.
GSIS has a diverse student population drawn from many nationalities (over 30) which contributes to its international character. The school arranges shared experiences such as “Discovery Week” where students engage in overseas and local trips, workshops and service learning, as well as art exhibitions and seasonal fairs where families participate.
The Parents’ Organisation for Community (POC) is active, and roles like volunteer parent groups work with the school leadership and Board of Governors to support community events, contribute to fundraising, and help maintain community spirit.
GSIS has a formal organisation called the “Parents’ Organisation for Community (POC)” which is made up of parent volunteers who liaise with school management and the Board of Governors.
Governance at GSIS also involves GSIS Association Ltd, in which current parents, alumni or parents of alumni can participate by membership; this gives parents a voice in oversight through meetings and sub‑committees.
The Pok Fu Lam campus of German Swiss International School (GSIS) is home to the Kindergarten and Lower Primary sections in both the German International Stream (GIS) and the English International Stream (EIS). The curriculum focuses on early learning, covering literacy, numeracy, language skills, and general subject knowledge appropriate for young students. In the German Stream, teaching follows the German curriculum adapted to an international setting, while in the English Stream, lessons are based on the UK curriculum. Facilities at the campus include classrooms designed for younger children, outdoor play areas, and spaces for art, music, and physical activity. Its location in Pok Fu Lam provides a quiet setting with access to open space. The campus gives younger students a structured start to school before they move on to the upper years at the Peak campus.
