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Kingston encourages personal growth, reflection, and a sense of belonging through activities such as student leadership (via the Student Representative Council) and community participation. Students take part in projects and performances that promote collaboration and confidence. In the Lower Primary years, teachers integrate circle-time discussions, mindfulness activities, and group work to help children build empathy and communication skills. However, the website does not provide a structured or stand-alone SEL curriculum.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, dedicated staff, or specific programmes. There is no mention of SEN facilities, resource teachers, or details about the types of learning needs supported. Kingston International School is not identified as a specialist SEN institution.
The school operates a bilingual English and Putonghua curriculum but does not publish information about targeted English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes or support staff.
The school’s wellbeing section refers to mindfulness practice, outdoor activities, and creative arts as part of daily routines that nurture student wellbeing. Students are encouraged to reflect and express themselves through art, music, and community participation. However, there is no mention of in-house counselling, psychologists, or a formal mental-health programme. Kingston promotes general wellbeing through its community ethos rather than through dedicated mental-health services.
The school does not publicly disclose detailed information regarding safeguarding and child-protection policies.
Kingston International School’s Upper Primary is a bilingual IB Primary Years Programme delivered in English and Putonghua, using traditional Chinese characters. Classes are small, with a stated maximum of two teachers to 22 students, and learning spans language, mathematics, social studies, science, arts, and PSPE through a transdisciplinary programme. Students take part in performances, including a Year 6 musical, and have opportunities to join Choir and Orchestra. Service is encouraged through the Kingston Environmental Group, which leads sustainability initiatives across both primary campuses. Sport is part of the routine with PE twice per 6-day cycle, an annual Sports Day, and school teams. Upper Primary is led by Principal John Harper, and the campus is located at 105 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong.
