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The languages taught are English and Chinese (Putonghua/Mandarin). English is the language of instruction across the curriculum, and the English literacy program follows the UK National Literacy Framework. Chinese Studies is a compulsory daily subject for Year 1–6, taught by Putonghua-speaking teachers, with three ability-level pathways to progress toward fluency. IslandCA provides Learning Support for students with different learning needs.
IslandCA uses English as the primary language of instruction, with Chinese Studies taught daily by Putonghua-speaking teachers. Chinese Studies offers three ability-level pathways and is available for Year 1–6. English literacy is embedded across the curriculum and follows the UK National Literacy Framework.
Island Christian Academy (IslandCA) is a Christian, international-minded primary school on Hong Kong Island. The campus is at 70 Bridges Street, Sheung Wan, in the heart of the city, and has been operating since August 2012 under Generations Christian Education in collaboration with the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong. IslandCA delivers a broad, international curriculum designed to develop the whole child—academic, physical, spiritual and social growth—within a Biblical worldview. For Year 1 to 6, the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) guides learning, while Year 11 to 14 follow the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). English is the language of instruction; Mandarin is taught as a subject through Chinese Studies. The maths program follows the Australian curriculum. A school bus service is available to multiple residential areas, supporting families who commute. Extracurricular activities include swimming, tennis, photography and dance, among other offerings, helping students build character, resilience and global awareness and compassion.