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HKAA is a Seventh-day Adventist Christian school founded in 2011, offering an American-influenced curriculum adapted for Hong Kong. All core subjects are taught in English from Grade 1 to Grade 12, with an emphasis on Putonghua and traditional Chinese writing. The High School program operates as a Griggs International Academy affiliate, providing an American-standard diploma pathway with AP and honors options. The school emphasizes holistic development, integrating academic excellence with spiritual grounding and character formation. The student body and staff come from more than 35 countries, creating an international learning environment.
HKAA's community is inclusive and international, with students and staff from more than 35 countries. The community emphasizes collaboration and holistic growth through campus activities and the academy chaplaincy. Weekly Sabbath activities are organized with Bay View Church and the academy's chaplaincy, including a Bible discussion group, Pathfinders, and Sabbath School gatherings. Parents are encouraged to participate in campus events and open days to engage with the school.
HKAA's Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is a parent-led organization established to promote mutual effort between the school and parents in fostering Christian values and holistic education. It states that teachers and parents should work together, noting that a strong PTA will benefit the school. The PTA serves as a formal channel for parent involvement in school life and for supporting school initiatives. Public details about specific PTA events or groups are not listed on HKAA's public pages. Parents are encouraged to engage with campus life through events and activities consistent with the school's culture, including Sabbath-related activities and other family-oriented programs.
Hong Kong Adventist Academy (HKAA) is a Seventh-day Adventist private school located on the campus of Hong Kong Adventist College in Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung, Hong Kong. Founded in 2011, HKAA offers international education for grades 1–12, combining an American curriculum for the high school through Griggs International Academy with a local Hong Kong curriculum for lower grades. All core subjects are taught in English from Grade 1 onward, with Putonghua (Mandarin) and traditional Chinese writing taught as part of the language program. The campus sits on a hillside in a rural setting about 15 minutes from Tseung Kwan O and Sai Kung, and overlooks the South China Sea. The school provides a dormitory for students in Grades 7–12 (5- or 7-day boarding). For 2025–2026, tuition is HKD 117,500 per year for Grade 1–6 and HKD 139,000 per year for Grade 7–12, with additional mandatory costs such as bus, meals, books, and uniforms. HKAA's high school diploma options include the American Standard High School Diploma or the College Preparatory Diploma through Griggs International Academy. The school emphasizes outdoor education, STEM, and languages as core strengths and welcomes students from around the world. HKAA's student body includes learners from over 35 countries, and the staff reflects international backgrounds. The campus and programs also support a variety of spiritual and community activities consistent with its Adventist identity.