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Sha Tin Junior School is an English-medium international primary school serving Years 1 to 6. It is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) network, the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. The campus is located at 3A Lai Wo Lane, Fo Tan, Sha Tin, New Territories. There is a no-car policy and no on-site parking; the easiest access is the 69K Public Light Bus from Sha Tin Station. The school emphasizes a love of learning for life and a well-rounded education that includes wellbeing and a strong partnership with families.
The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Years 1–6. Language learning is provided in English and Mandarin, with three language projects and translanguaging opportunities. The school offers language support for learning and emphasises multilingualism, belonging, and personalised learning within an IB framework.
Student life includes leadership and representation activities such as a Student Council, House Captains, CARE Reps, and Environmental Reps. Sports are a core part of school life with opportunities for wellbeing and participation in local, national, and global competitions. Outdoor learning is integrated through field trips to local museums and galleries and dedicated camp experiences for Years 4–6. The school also invites regular speakers and visitors to share knowledge with students.
Sha Tin Junior School (SJS) is an ESF primary school in Fo Tan, Sha Tin, serving around 900 students aged 5–11. It follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is part of Hong Kong’s largest English-medium school organisation. On campus, students benefit from sports, arts and drama facilities, and the programme regularly extends learning beyond classrooms through trips, excursions and camps. SJS emphasises student leadership, with roles such as Student Council, House Captains, CARE Reps and Environmental Reps. Language learning focuses on English and Mandarin, with support for home languages. The school is easily reached in the New Territories—visitors are advised to take the 69K light bus from Sha Tin Station, as there is no on-site parking. Notably, SJS highlights initiatives recognised in its IB evaluation, including the Global Goals Award Scheme and increased student engagement.
