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Hong Kong Japanese School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Japanese
Fees HK$5,625 - 9,805
Ages 4 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1966
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Japanese Curriculum
Taught languages English, Japanese
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Hong Kong Japanese School (HKJS) was established in 1966 and today operates two campuses: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Japanese International School in Taipo. The Happy Valley campus serves elementary and junior high students through a curriculum approved by Japan’s Ministry of Education, ensuring continuity with schools in Japan. The Taipo campus houses the International Section, where children aged 4 to 11 follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) in English, with Japanese offered as an additional language. The Happy Valley site features facilities such as computer labs, a traditional Japanese tatami room, and a well-equipped lecture hall, while Taipo emphasizes inquiry-based IB learning. HKJS also runs a dedicated school bus network across Hong Kong, providing safe transport for students. Its unique combination of Japanese national education and IB curriculum options makes it an important institution for both Japanese expatriates and international families.

www3.hkjs.edu.hk

157 Blue Pool Rd, Wong Nai Chung Gap, Hong Kong

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The Essentials

Hong Kong Japanese School has instruction in English, Japanese.

Location
The school has two campuses: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Japanese International School in Taipo. Happy Valley is a central residential area on Hong Kong Island, close to Causeway Bay and Wan Chai, with good public transport links. The Taipo campus is in the New Territories, surrounded by green areas and accessible via the East Rail Line.

Stages
The Happy Valley campus offers elementary and junior high school (Grades 1–9) under Japan’s national curriculum. The Taipo campus has the International Section, providing IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in English for children aged 4 to 11, covering Reception through Grade 6.

Type
The school is co-educational across both campuses

Additional learning support
The school provides special considerations for students with additional learning needs, which may include tailored support and adjustments. Details are managed on a case-by-case basis in consultation with families.

Country affiliation
The Hong Kong campus is officially recognized by Japan’s Ministry of Education as an overseas Japanese educational facility. The Taipo campus operates under Hong Kong government approval.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure
Classes typically begin at 8:00–8:30 a.m. and finish around 3:00–3:30 p.m., with scheduled recess and a lunch break. The exact timings vary slightly between elementary and junior high divisions.

Bus service
The school runs an organized school bus service across Hong Kong, managed by the Hong Kong Japanese School Bus Association. Routes cover major residential areas to both campuses, ensuring safe and reliable transport for students. Families arrange registration directly with the service provider.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Hong Kong Japanese School ranges from HKD 5,625 to HKD 9,805 for 2026/27.

Application Fee
For the 2025/26 academic year, there is no admission fee for new or transfer students, in line with Hong Kong Government instructions.

Tuition Fees (per month)

Elementary (Hong Kong School): HKD 5,600
Elementary (Hong Kong Global Class): HKD 9,780
Elementary (Tai Po School): HKD 5,600
Junior High: HKD 6,640

PTA Membership Fees (per month)

Elementary (all divisions): HKD 25
Junior High: HKD 6

Total Monthly Fees

Elementary (Hong Kong School): HKD 5,625
Elementary (Hong Kong Global Class): HKD 9,805
Elementary (Tai Po School): HKD 5,625
Junior High: HKD 6,646

School Bus Fees (per month)

Hong Kong School / Global Class / Junior High: HKD 2,350
Tai Po School: HKD 2,030
(Fees vary slightly by route; Kowloon and New Territories users may pay different amounts.)

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Fees are billed three times per year, each covering four months. Deduction dates are April 1, August 1, and December 1. Payments are automatically deducted in Hong Kong dollars.

Other Costs
Uniforms, textbooks, and extracurricular activities are charged separately. School bus fees are set annually by the Bus Users’ Association.

Refunds
Withdrawals before the start of term may be eligible for partial refunds, handled case by case.

Payment Options
Fees are collected via automatic bank transfer in Hong Kong dollars.


Academics

Hong Kong Japanese School teaches IB (PYP), Japanese Curriculum for students aged 4 to 11.

Curriculum
The Hong Kong Japanese School offers two distinct curriculum pathways across its campuses. The Happy Valley campus provides elementary and junior high education (Grades 1–9) following the Japanese national curriculum, officially accredited by Japan’s Ministry of Education. This ensures students can transition smoothly to schools in Japan or other Japanese international schools abroad. At the Tai Po campus, the International Section serves children aged 4 to 11 through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), taught in English. Japanese language is also introduced as part of the International Section, giving students exposure to bilingual learning. Together, the school accommodates both Japanese expatriate families seeking continuity with Japan’s system and international families looking for an IB-based primary program.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Parents first submit an application form during the designated intake period. The school requests relevant documents such as proof of residence, student records, and health information. Applications are made directly to the school office.

2. Document Review
Submitted applications are reviewed by the admissions office. Families may be asked to provide clarifications or additional paperwork, especially if transferring from schools outside Japan.

3. Assessment / Placement
Students transferring from Japan or other accredited Japanese schools typically follow placement based on their current grade. For others, the school considers age, prior schooling, and Japanese language ability.

4. Notification of Results
Once reviewed, the school notifies families about admission outcomes. Successful applicants are given details about registration, school start dates, and required orientation materials.

5. Enrollment & Fee Payment
Families confirm acceptance by completing enrollment forms and setting up fee payment arrangements. Payments are handled through automatic bank deductions in Hong Kong dollars.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships or financial aid.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose whether it operates a waitlist or pool system for oversubscribed year groups.
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