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St. Stephen's College

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$74,550 - 150,866
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 600
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1903
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
St. Stephen's College
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 35
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

St. Stephen’s College is a co-educational secondary school in Stanley on Hong Kong Island, offering dual pathways to the HKDSE and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) in senior years. The 150,000 m² campus—described by the school as Hong Kong’s largest secondary campus—includes numerous academic, sports and arts facilities, plus boarding across six dormitories for more than 400 students. Signature initiatives include a Creativity Programme (e.g., iEngineering, Creative Ceramics, Creative Music and Creative Media) and a Service Learning Programme. Students access a wide range of ECA groups from academic societies and debate teams to music ensembles and community service clubs. The College highlights English and Chinese (including Putonghua) in its learning aims. The school’s Heritage Trail also showcases on-campus historic buildings, reflecting a long history since 1903.

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St. Stephen's College, 22 Tung Tau Wan Rd, Stanley, Hong Kong,

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The Essentials

St. Stephen's College has 600 pupils, typical class sizes of 35, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
St. Stephen’s College is situated in Stanley area on the southern side of Hong Kong Island. The campus covers about 150,000 m² and is surrounded by green hills and coastal views. It is easily accessible by several public bus and minibus routes connecting the area to major urban districts such as Central and Causeway Bay. The school’s setting offers a quiet atmosphere while remaining within practical commuting distance of the city.

Stages
The College provides secondary education from Form 1 (S1) to Form 6 (S6) for students typically aged 12 to 18. The lower forms (S1–S3) follow a broad general curriculum, while the upper forms (S4–S6) allow students to choose between the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Type
St. Stephen’s College is a co-educational Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school offering both day and boarding options. Boarding is available for local and overseas students, with accommodation for more than 400 boarders across six dormitories in four buildings.

Additional learning support
The school provides a Guidance Service consisting of guidance teachers and two social workers, supporting students’ social, emotional, family, and academic needs. There is no publicly disclosed dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) or specialist provision.

Country affiliation
The College has no foreign national affiliation. It is a local Hong Kong school under the Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) administered by Hong Kong’s Education Bureau.

Religious affiliation
St. Stephen’s College was founded as a Christian school and continues to maintain its Christian heritage, with a chapel on campus and regular religious activities.

School day structure
The College publishes an annual calendar showing school terms, holidays, and events. Daily start and end times are not publicly stated on the website, but the structure includes regular assemblies, chapel services, and scheduled lunch breaks.

Bus service
The school does not operate its own bus service. However, it provides detailed directions and lists public transport options, including Citybus routes 6, 6A, 6X, 14, 63, 65, 73, 260, 973, and green minibus routes 16M, 16X, 40, 52 to Stanley. Parents may also apply for a vehicle pick-up/drop-off permit via the school’s Important Documents section.
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Fees

Annual tuition at St. Stephen's College ranges from HKD 74,550 to HKD 150,866 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
The school does not list a specific application or entrance fee on its public admissions pages. Applications for Form 1 are submitted online during the official admissions window. Required documents and scholarship applications (for music, sports, visual arts, and special talents) can be uploaded through the same portal.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
For the 2025–2026 academic year, tuition fees are:

Permanent Residents: HKD 74,550 per year
Non-Permanent Residents: HKD 150,866 per year

The school notes that these figures are for reference only and may change for the following academic year. Fees are paid annually through an approved direct-debit authorization.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
All tuition and boarding fees are paid via Direct Debit Authorization from a Hong Kong bank account. The school does not publicly specify installment dates or termly breakdowns.

Boarding Fees
St. Stephen’s College offers boarding accommodation for over 400 students across six dormitories in four buildings. The website does not disclose current boarding fee amounts.

Refund Policy
Refund and withdrawal conditions are not detailed on the school’s public pages.

Payment Options
All payments are processed through Direct Debit Authorization from local bank accounts. No alternative payment methods are specified.
Academics

St. Stephen's College teaches IB (DP), British Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
St. Stephen’s College offers a dual academic pathway leading to either the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Students in Forms 1–3 follow a broad curriculum designed to build a strong foundation across languages, sciences, mathematics, humanities, and the arts. From Form 4 onward, students may select the HKDSE stream, which includes core subjects such as Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, and Citizenship and Social Development, along with a choice of electives. Alternatively, students entering Forms 5–6 may pursue the IB Diploma Programme, offering subjects across the six IB groups, including Language A, Language B, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts. Both streams emphasise bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese (including Putonghua) and encourage participation in creative and service-based programmes that complement academic learning.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Application
Applications for Form 1 (S1) entry are completed online during the official admissions period (typically early October to early December). Families create an account through the school’s portal and upload required documents such as academic reports, conduct records, and certificates for co-curricular participation. Applicants can also submit optional scholarship applications for music, sports, visual arts, and special talents through the same system.

2. Admission Talks and Interview Schedule
The school hosts admissions talks for interested families, followed by interviews for shortlisted applicants. Interviews are generally held in January, and results are released by April for the following academic year. The school publishes a yearly schedule with all key dates.

3. Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Applicants are expected to demonstrate good academic performance and conduct (typically a “B” grade or above in Primary 4 – 5 school reports). The school uses a weighted selection system: Academic 50, Interview 37, Extra-curricular achievements 10, and Other factors 3 (including children of alumni, staff, or siblings currently enrolled).

4. Allocation and Acceptance
As a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS school, St Stephen’s College operates outside the government’s Secondary School Places Allocation System. Successful applicants receive offers directly from the school, and families confirm acceptance through the admissions portal within the specified timeline.

Scholarships
1. Academic Scholarships
Academic scholarships are automatically awarded each year to students with top academic results and good conduct. Awards are given as full (100%) or half (50%) tuition remissions. Eligibility is based on yearly ranking: Forms 1 – 3 (Junior) and Forms 4 – 5 / IB (Senior).

2. Non-Academic Scholarships
Non-academic scholarships are offered in music, sports, visual arts, and special talents. These are merit-based and require an annual application. Students may receive fixed-amount awards of HKD 40,000 (Gold), HKD 20,000 (Silver), HKD 8,000 (Bronze), or HKD 2,000 (Iron), depending on their achievement level.

3. Additional Awards
The school also recognises contributions to service, leadership, and community involvement through donor- and alumni-sponsored prizes. These awards are reviewed annually and are intended to encourage ongoing participation in co-curricular and service learning.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly describe a waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages.
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