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King George V School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$159,400 - 181,100
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1900
Type Co-educational
Opened 1894
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
English Schools Foundation
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

KGV is an English-medium secondary school in Homantin, Kowloon, serving students aged 11–18. The curriculum progresses from the IB Middle Years Programme in Years 7–9 to GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC in Years 10–11, and then to the IB Diploma Programme, the IB Career-related Programme, or BTEC in Years 12–13; IBDP and BTEC classes are capped at 16. Modern languages offered include French, Spanish, German, and Chinese. Facilities and opportunities highlighted by the school include extensive sports provision and a structured co-curricular programme. Community engagement is a distinctive feature: KGV runs sustained partnerships with local NGOs through Community Service and CAS, alongside an active student leadership framework. The school publishes bus information for families and provides detailed directions with public transport options to the campus.

kgv.esf.edu.hk
This campus is part of English Schools Foundation

2 Tin Kwong Rd, Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

King George V School has 1,900 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
KGV is situated in the Homantin area of Kowloon, a well-connected neighbourhood in Hong Kong. The school is easily accessible by public transport, with nearby MTR stations and several bus and minibus routes. The website provides clear information on directions and travel options for families.

Stages
KGV serves secondary school students from Year 7 to Year 13, typically ages 11 to 18. The school’s structure covers lower secondary (Years 7–9), middle years (Years 10–11), and senior years (Years 12–13).

Type
KGV is a co-educational day school. The school does not operate boarding facilities, and all students attend on a day-school basis.

Additional learning support
Support for additional learning needs is provided through a Response to Intervention (RTI) framework and a pastoral care system that includes counsellors, social workers, and Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs). This structure aims to help students with a range of learning and well-being needs.

Country affiliation
KGV is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), an English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation
The school has no stated religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day typically runs from 8:15 am to 3:20 pm, Monday through Friday. On Mondays, bus pick-up times differ slightly, and the Learning Resource Centre and canteen remain open for students after classes.

Bus service
A bus service is available for students, organised through external transport providers. Parents register directly with the contracted bus companies, and the school website provides details of available routes and operators.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at King George V School ranges from HKD 159,400 to HKD 181,100 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,800 is required for all new applicants. Once an offer is made, a refundable deposit equivalent to two months of tuition must be paid to secure the place. Half of this deposit is credited toward the first month’s tuition, and the remaining half is credited toward the final month if appropriate notice of withdrawal is given.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Years 7 – 10: HKD 181,100
Year 11: HKD 159,400
Years 12 – 13: HKD 167,600

Fees are billed in 10 equal monthly instalments and paid by direct debit. Fees are payable for any month in which a student attends classes for at least one day.

Additional Fees
Uniforms, stationery, and examination fees (for GCSE, IGCSE, IB, and BTEC) are billed separately. Parents may also be charged for school trips, activities, or optional services. There are no boarding or meal plan fees, as the school operates on a day-school basis.

Refund Policy
The application fee is non-refundable. The refundable portion of the deposit is returned once all outstanding payments are cleared and proper notice is given. Monthly tuition fees are not refunded for partial attendance or school closures.

Payment Options
All fees are payable through bank direct debit, as required by the English Schools Foundation. Other payment methods, such as cash or card, are not accepted.
Academics

King George V School teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Years 7–9, offering a broad range of subjects including languages, sciences, humanities, design, and the arts. In Years 10–11, students work toward Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE qualifications, with the option to pursue BTEC Level 2 vocational courses. In the senior years (Years 12–13), students can choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), or BTEC Level 3 qualifications. Instruction throughout the school is in English, with additional language options that include French, German, Spanish, and Chinese. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced academic and vocational pathway across all secondary levels.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Parents apply online through the English Schools Foundation (ESF) admissions portal during the published application period. A non-refundable application fee must be paid at the time of submission, and each applicant receives an application number for tracking.

2. Assessment and Interview
Applicants may be invited to complete an age-appropriate assessment and, in some cases, a short interview. This helps the school determine readiness for an English-medium learning environment and ensure appropriate placement within the ESF system.

3. Offer of Place
Successful applicants receive an official offer by email. To secure the place, parents must pay a refundable deposit equivalent to two months’ tuition within the stated deadline and submit the required enrolment documents.

4. Registration and Confirmation
Once payment and paperwork are complete, the child’s enrolment is confirmed. Families receive information about orientation, uniforms, and school bus registration before the start of the term.

5. Transition and Induction
Before classes begin, the school organises induction sessions to help new students settle into the academic and social environment. Orientation materials and support details are shared through the parent portal.

Waitlist
KGV operates a waitlist for applications received after the central enrolment window or when year groups reach capacity. Students are placed on the waitlist according to ESF priority categories (such as current ESF siblings or corporate debenture holders) and the date of application. Offers are made as spaces become available, following the same priority guidelines.
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