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The Japanese International School (English Section) is situated in the Tai Po Kau area of Hong Kong’s New Territories. The campus is surrounded by greenery near the Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve, providing a calm and spacious learning setting. It is easily accessible by car, taxi, and public transport, with nearby MTR stations at Fo Tan and Tai Po Market, followed by short minibus or taxi rides. The area is family-oriented and well-connected to neighbouring districts such as Sha Tin and Tai Po.
The English Section of JIS serves students from Reception (approximately age 4) to Primary 6 (approximately age 11). The school follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), which integrates subjects through inquiry-based learning. The programme builds a foundation for transition to secondary education, often through International College Hong Kong (ICHK).
JIS is a co-educational day school, enrolling both boys and girls. There are no boarding facilities, and all students attend as day pupils. The school is non-profit-making and serves the international community of Hong Kong.
The school promotes an inclusive approach to learning, supporting students with additional or special educational needs where possible. Provision includes individualised support plans, collaboration between teachers and families, and the use of tools such as the Zones of Regulation framework. The Student Support and Well-Being team coordinates interventions and external professional support as needed.
The English Section does not have a formal national affiliation. It is an international, IB-authorised institution that works in partnership with International College Hong Kong (ICHK) for secondary education.
The school has no religious affiliation and provides a secular education.
The school does not publicly list daily start and end times.
JIS provides a school bus service for students, coordinated through the school office. Routes cover major areas of the New Territories, including Tai Po, Sha Tin, and Fo Tan. Buses operate in the morning and after school, with supervision to ensure student safety. Details of routes and fees are provided to families upon enrolment.
Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 600 is required upon submission of an application. This covers administrative and interview costs. There are no additional registration or deposit fees.
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Tuition fees apply equally across all year groups in the English Section. Payments are made by direct debit only on the published due dates.
2024–25 Academic Year
1st Payment (4 months) – Due 1 September 2024: HKD 53,508
2nd Payment (3 months) – Due 1 January 2025: HKD 40,131
3rd Payment (3 months) – Due 1 April 2025: HKD 40,131
Total Annual Tuition Fee: HKD 133,770
2025–26 Proposed Fees (pending EDB approval)
1st Payment (4 months) – Due 1 September 2025: HKD 56,184
2nd Payment (3 months) – Due 1 January 2026: HKD 42,138
3rd Payment (3 months) – Due 1 April 2026: HKD 42,138
Total Annual Tuition Fee: HKD 140,460
Annual Capital Levy
An Annual Capital Levy of HKD 15,960 is charged at the start of each school year. This fee is non-refundable and supports campus development projects managed by the School Management Committee.
Additional Fees
Tuition covers staff costs, classroom resources, and most local excursions. Overnight camps and overseas trips are billed separately. Uniforms and school events may also incur additional charges.
Refund Policy
All tuition and levy payments are non-refundable. Families withdrawing students must provide one full calendar month’s written notice to the school office to process withdrawal.
Payment Options
Tuition fees are payable by direct debit only on the published due dates. Other payments, such as uniforms or school events, can be made via online transfer to HSBC Account No. 041-224163-001 (Account Name: Japanese International School). A copy of the payment receipt should be emailed to [sfuruya@es.jis.edu.hk]
Total Annual Cost (including Capital Levy)
The total annual cost for 2024–25 is HKD 149,730, and for 2025–26 (proposed) is HKD 156,420.
Japanese International School (English Section) serves children from Reception to Primary 6 on a green, spacious campus in Tai Po Kau, North East New Territories. The school is an IB World School authorised for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) since 2007. English is the language of instruction, and students also study Mandarin or Japanese as a second language. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, a large gymnasium, an all-weather astro-turf field with running track, libraries, and specialist rooms for languages, science, art, music, drama, and computing. Distinctive programmes include Outdoor Learning with regular field trips and annual camps, and a strong Technology strand supported by Tech Club activities such as LEGO robotics and coding. The school links directly to International College Hong Kong (ICHK) to offer a through-train pathway up to age 18. The community also operates a House System, featuring events such as Sports Days and a Swimming Gala.
