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International Baccalaureate (IB) – Primary Years Programme (PYP):
Authorisation by the International Baccalaureate Organization confirms that Peak School meets the global standards of the IB framework for inquiry-based learning, curriculum planning, and assessment for primary-aged students.
Council of International Schools (CIS):
Accreditation from CIS ensures that the school upholds internationally recognised benchmarks in teaching, learning, leadership, and student wellbeing, while demonstrating ongoing commitment to quality improvement.
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC):
Accreditation by WASC signifies that the school meets rigorous educational and institutional standards recognised across international and US-based education systems, ensuring accountability and continuous development.
English Schools Foundation (ESF):
As part of the English Schools Foundation network, Peak School operates under ESF’s quality assurance framework, which is approved by the Hong Kong Education Bureau and provides system-wide oversight of teaching and governance standards.
Peak School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 5–11, with a two-form entry and around 360 students. Located on The Peak, the campus is reachable from Central via minibus 1 and Citybus 15; the school notes that there is no on-site parking. Learning follows an inquiry-based PYP approach, with “specialist subjects” enriching classroom learning and a strong programme of sports, expressive arts, and cultural activities at lunch and after school. Outdoor learning includes a staged camp and trip programme beginning in Year 3. Student support is detailed, with a School Counselor, Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSA), and a Learning Diversity Team of specialist teachers and educational assistants; outside providers offer speech and language and occupational therapy, and the school runs animal-assisted therapy on site. Daily transport is provided by Kwoon Chung Motors (KCM) under a dedicated bus service for families.