International Christian School

The main campus is in Shek Mun, Sha Tin, in the New Territories, It is relatively accessible from major thoroughfares in Sha Tin, and the school arranges bus services across Hong Kong.

ICS offers a continuous pathway from Kindergarten through Elementary, Middle School, and High School.

It is a co-educational day school.

ICS runs a program called Bridges for students aged 11-18 with significant learning needs (e.g. in communication, social/emotional or physical domains), with dedicated staff, lower student-teacher ratios, and integration into the mainstream classes where appropriate.

The school does not formally affiliate with one country’s educational system; it operates independently as an international school in Hong Kong.

ICS is affiliated with Christian faith, operating as an evangelical Christian school and integrating Christian worldview into its curriculum and community life.

Typical school hours are Monday to Friday, 7:45 am to 3:00 pm.
In secondary (High School and Middle School), they run on a 6-day rotating schedule for classes, with an advisory program (“Tribe” or “Facegroups”) meeting daily around lunch periods.

ICS provides a school bus/coach service for students across Hong Kong, using contracted providers. The routes and service arrangements are reviewed annually, and the service supports both Kindergarten and the main campus.

International Christian School follows a North American curriculum framework taught in English, with integration of a Christian worldview across all subjects. The Elementary School (Pre-Grade 1–Grade 5) provides a broad foundation in core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies, complemented by art, music, and physical education. In Middle School (Grades 6–8), students continue in a structured North American program while exploring electives and developing study skills in preparation for high school. The High School (Grades 9–12) offers a full college-preparatory curriculum, with the option to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses across a wide range of subjects, including sciences, humanities, and world languages (e.g. AP Chinese and AP Spanish). Throughout the school, Chinese language is taught as a subject, with Spanish also available at higher levels. Co-curricular programs in arts, STEM, and service are integrated into the academic pathway, ensuring students experience a well-rounded program through to graduation.

ICS assigns a dedicated counselor in each school division who provides social-emotional support through both one-on-one and group counseling sessions. The counselors also conduct in-class lessons in the Elementary and Kindergarten divisions. In the High School, the “Tribe” advisory program meets daily during lunch, giving students consistent mentorship and a peer group structure.

ICS offers the Bridges Program for students aged 11–18 who have “significant special learning needs” in areas such as communication, social / emotional interaction, or physical / sensory challenges (equivalent IQ ~50–70) with a lower student-teacher ratio and specialized staff support. The school does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution, but rather integrates the Bridges support alongside its regular program.

ICS does not publicly disclose a separate, named EAL program.

ICS describes community, accountability, and interpersonal growth as core to its mission, emphasizing respect, care, and spiritual formation to nurture students’ social and emotional However, there is no publicly detailed program exclusively for mental health (e.g. clinical counseling services) beyond what is offered through their general counseling staff.

ICS maintains a detailed Child Protection Policy and Procedures document stating that staff, contractors, and volunteers must report suspected abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect). The policy names a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL: Nick Seward) and several Deputy DSLs for various divisions (Elementary, Middle, High, Kindergarten). ICS is also a member of the Child Safety and Protection Network (CSPN).

1. Submit Application
Families begin by submitting an online application for the specific academic year. An application fee (non-refundable) must be paid.

2. Assessment & Testing
Applicants are tested in English reading, writing, and mathematics to assess readiness. For some grades, candidates may also be asked to submit standardized test scores.

3. Interview (and Parent Interview)
After assessment, qualified candidates and their parents are invited for in-person interviews. International applicants may be assessed or interviewed online if unable to attend in Hong Kong.

4. Admissions Decision & Wait Pool
The Admissions Committee reviews all assessments and interviews; decisions are typically communicated within 30 days.

5. Offer Acceptance & Enrollment
Families who receive an offer must return a signed acceptance and pay the reservation deposit to confirm the student’s place. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of the offer.

International Christian School does not provide general merit-based scholarships. Instead, it offers financial assistance programs to help families with demonstrated need. This includes tuition subsidies, debenture relief, and discounts for families with multiple children enrolled. In addition, the school operates the Foundation Scholars Program, which is designed to support children of Christian ministry workers with both financial aid and additional language support where needed. All financial assistance is reviewed on an annual basis, and families must reapply each year with supporting documentation.

ICS does operate a wait pool system (not a traditional chronological waitlist) for applicants who have met requirements but for whom no place is currently available.