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Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
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1. Book a school visit or virtual consultation.
Families are encouraged to contact the admissions office to schedule a campus tour or online meeting. This allows parents and students to learn more about the curriculum, facilities, and community culture at The Harbour School before applying.
2. Submit the application form and supporting documents.
Parents complete the official online application form available on the school’s website. Required documents include copies of the student’s passport and visa (if applicable), recent school reports, a passport-sized photo, and teacher recommendations. Applicants in higher grades may also be asked to provide samples of academic work, reading lists, or specialist assessments.
3. Schedule an assessment and trial day.
The admissions team will invite the student to attend a trial day at the relevant campus. Applicants complete the MAP screening in reading, language, and mathematics, which helps determine placement and learning needs. The trial day also provides an opportunity for teachers to observe class participation and social engagement.
4. Receive an offer and confirm enrolment.
Once the application and assessment are reviewed, successful candidates receive a formal offer letter. Parents have seven days to confirm acceptance by signing the enrolment documents and paying the Entry Fee and required Admissions Right or Capital Levy to secure the place.
5. Complete registration and prepare for school start.
After confirmation, the school provides details on fee payments, technology requirements, and uniform purchases. Families also receive orientation information and logistical guidance, such as bus service registration, before the start of the term.
The Harbour School operates a waiting pool rather than a first-come, first-served waitlist. When a grade level or specialist service is at capacity, qualified applicants are placed in the pool. Offers from the pool are based on factors such as sibling priority, gender balance, nationality, and learning support requirements, rather than the date of application. Families may choose to defer for a year or reapply in the next admissions cycle.
THS offers need-based financial assistance to families who qualify. More than HKD 4 million in aid is distributed each year to support access for students who demonstrate financial need. Families must apply annually and provide supporting financial documentation for review. The school does not list any merit-based or academic scholarship programs on its website.
The Harbour School’s Garden Campus in Ap Lei Chau houses THS’s High School (Grades 9–12) in a modern space designed for independent, interdisciplinary learning. Programs are influenced by American curricula, with Primary referencing Common Core and NGSS; high-school students choose from pathways and experiences, including internships and the Global Classrooms program. Facilities and signature initiatives include the Marine Science Center—the first of its kind in a Hong Kong school—the Foundry makerspace, Black Box Theatre, and the Black Dolphin sailing classroom used across subjects. Student life extends into S.E.A. after-school courses and Black Dolphin Sports, with teams competing in leagues such as ISSFHK. The school runs a bus service (in partnership with Jolly Bus Company) and lists transparent tuition and capital charges on its website for 2025–26. High School leadership is provided by Co-Principals Kyle King and Alison Kutlaca.
