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Quarry Bay School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$139,000
Ages 5 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 750
Type Co-educational
Opened 1925
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
English Schools Foundation
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

Quarry Bay School (QBS) is an IB Primary Years Programme school on Braemar Hill, North Point (Hong Kong Island). The site confirms PYP authorisation since May 2010 and outlines an inquiry-based approach taught in English, with Chinese as the additional language from Year 1–6. Facilities and travel guidance are provided on the “Campus & Find Us” pages, including public transport serving Braemar Hill and a note about morning traffic in the cul-de-sac. Extracurricular life features “Keep Learning” (academic) and “Be Active” (sports) clubs, plus a Student Council with representatives from Years 2–6 who meet weekly and sometimes lead assemblies. The Student Support & Wellbeing section details inclusion through “The Hive,” offering in-class adaptations, ELSA, counselling, therapy dogs, and parent-funded speech/occupational therapy. Admissions (including fees) are handled centrally by ESF via the QBS Admissions page.

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

6 Hau Yuen Path, Braemar Hill Rd, North Point, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

Quarry Bay School has 750 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
Quarry Bay School is situated on Braemar Hill on Hong Kong Island, within a quiet residential area of North Point. The campus is well connected by public transport, including bus and minibus routes, making it easily accessible from other parts of the island. The surrounding neighbourhood combines convenient city access with a calm, family-friendly setting.

Stages
QBS offers primary education from Year 1 through Year 6, catering for children approximately aged 5 to 11. It focuses on the first stage of international schooling (primary level) rather than secondary education.

Type
QBS is a co-educational day school, welcoming both boys and girls. It is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) and does not provide boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school provides tailored support for students with additional learning needs through its Student Support & Inclusion department (“The Hive”). Services include in-class adaptations, learning support teachers, social-skills programmes, and optional parent-funded Speech & Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy. QBS is inclusive but not a specialist SEN institution.

Country affiliation
The school is part of the Hong Kong-based English Schools Foundation (ESF), which follows international rather than national curricula. It does not have a direct affiliation with any specific country.

Religious affiliation
The school is secular and has no stated religious affiliation.

School day structure
The daily schedule typically runs from around 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., though exact timings may vary by year group. Break and lunch periods are built into the day to balance lessons with rest and play.

Bus service
QBS operates a dedicated school bus service managed through its ESF Join-Us admissions network. Bus routes cover many areas across Hong Kong Island, allowing families to choose stops convenient to their home locations. The service is fee-based and coordinated directly by the school’s transport provider.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Quarry Bay School ranges from HKD 139,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,800 is required for each new applicant. Upon receiving an offer, families must pay a one-time non-refundable capital levy of HKD 38,000 for each new student entering Year 1. This levy contributes to school development and facility improvements across the ESF network.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
For the 2025/26 academic year, annual tuition for Quarry Bay School (Years 1–6) is HKD 139,000.
Fees are typically billed in 10 equal monthly instalments from August to May each school year. Each instalment is due on the first working day of the month.

Additional Fees
Families should expect separate charges for school uniforms, meals, extracurricular activities, and field trips. Learning support services such as Speech and Language Therapy or Occupational Therapy—if required—are parent-funded.

Transportation Fees
A school bus service is available to and from major residential areas on Hong Kong Island, managed by an external provider authorised by ESF. Bus fees vary by route distance and are invoiced directly by the transport contractor on a term or monthly basis.

Learning Support
If students require specialised assistance beyond the school’s standard inclusion support, parents may arrange additional private services, such as a one-to-one Learning Support Assistant or therapist, in coordination with the school’s Inclusion Department (“The Hive”).

Sibling Discount
ESF offers a 10% discount on tuition fees for the third child and any subsequent siblings concurrently enrolled in ESF schools.

Refund Policy
All tuition fees are non-refundable once the term begins. The capital levy and application fee are also non-refundable under any circumstances. Refunds are provided only if a student withdraws before the start of the term and meets the school’s notice period conditions.

Payment Options
Payments can be made via bank autopay, bank transfer, or cheque, following ESF’s billing instructions. Credit card payments may be available through ESF’s online payment portal.
Academics

Quarry Bay School teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 5 to 11.

Curriculum
Quarry Bay School follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), authorised since May 2010. The PYP provides an inquiry-based framework designed for children from Year 1 to Year 6, focusing on the development of conceptual understanding, global awareness, and personal responsibility. Learning is organised through six transdisciplinary themes, integrating subjects such as English, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts, and physical education. English is the language of instruction, while Chinese is taught as an additional language from Year 1 onwards. The curriculum also includes personal, social, and emotional development to support student well-being. Assessment is continuous and aligned with IB expectations, emphasising progress within each area of learning.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a school visit or information session
Families are encouraged to attend an information session or open day organised by ESF and Quarry Bay School. These visits give parents the chance to see the facilities, meet staff, and learn about the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and inclusion support. Registration for these sessions can be made through the ESF “Join Us” portal.

2. Submit the online application and supporting documents
All applications are processed centrally by ESF. Parents complete the online application form and upload required documents, including proof of residence, the child’s birth certificate or passport, and recent school reports (for Year 2 and above). An application fee must be paid at this stage for each child.

3. Attend an interview or assessment (if applicable)
Children applying for Year 1 usually take part in a school readiness assessment, while those applying for higher years may be asked to complete an age-appropriate academic and language screening. Assessments help determine grade placement and language support needs.

4. Receive an offer and confirm enrolment
Successful applicants will receive an official offer letter via ESF’s admissions office. To confirm the place, families must pay the non-refundable capital levy and accept the place within the deadline stated in the offer.

5. Prepare for school entry
After enrolment confirmation, parents will receive joining details, uniform information, and guidance on school bus registration. The admissions team provides orientation materials to help new students transition smoothly into the QBS community.

Scholarships
Quarry Bay School and the English Schools Foundation do not publicly offer scholarships or merit-based fee reductions at the primary level. All students pay the standard tuition and capital levy as stated in the ESF fee structure. Financial aid and fee remission schemes are not listed for QBS.

Waitlist
Quarry Bay School operates under the ESF waitlist system. When more applications are received than available spaces, students are placed on a waitlist managed by ESF Admissions. Placement priority follows ESF’s published criteria, which include siblings of current students, children of ESF staff, and those with Nomination Rights or Corporate Surety. Applicants remain on the waitlist until a space becomes available or they withdraw their application. There is no pool system; priority and availability determine offer order.
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