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The Japanese International School (English Section) was established in 1997 alongside the Japanese Section to serve Hong Kong’s international and Japanese communities. The school operates as a non-profit institution managed by a School Management Committee representing both sections. It became an IB World School in 2007, authorised to deliver the Primary Years Programme (PYP). In 2009, the school collaborated in founding International College Hong Kong (ICHK) to provide a seamless through-train education up to secondary level. Over the years, JIS has expanded its facilities and maintained its role as a small, community-focused international primary school in Hong Kong.
The school fosters an inclusive and active community involving students, staff, and families. Events such as Sports Day, the Swimming Gala, House Days, and school camps bring students together across year levels. Cultural and service activities are built into the curriculum, encouraging global awareness and teamwork. Regular assemblies, concerts, and class exhibitions allow students to share their learning with the wider community.
The English Section Staff and Parent Association (ESSPA) acts as the parent–teacher organisation for the English Section. ESSPA organises social events, fundraising initiatives, and community projects throughout the year to support school life and strengthen family involvement. Funds raised are used for equipment purchases, facility improvements, and educational events. The group meets regularly and collaborates with the Japanese Section’s PTA for joint community occasions. Parents are encouraged to volunteer, attend meetings, and take part in school celebrations such as fairs and charity events. ESSPA contact information and annual calendars are published in the Parents Zone section of the school website.
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.
