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The International Montessori School - South Horizons Campus

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$43,200 - 247,800
Ages 1 - 6 years
Pupil numbers 10000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2002
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
The International Montessori School
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years
Introduction

IMS South Horizons is IMS’s dedicated early years campus on Ap Lei Chau, a minute from South Horizons MTR and next to a seaside community playground. It serves ages 1–6 through Montessori First Steps (1–2), Foundation (2–3) and Casa dei Bambini (3–6), taught bilingually in English and Putonghua with one teacher for each language in every classroom. IMS follows an authentic Montessori curriculum, with clear teacher-to-student ratios (e.g., 2:8 in First Steps and 2:25 in Casa) and AMI-trained educators. Families can use the IMS bus network covering most of Hong Kong Island. IMS is part of a four-campus school serving about 1,000 children from 1–14, with elementary and middle school continuing at other campuses; older students join student council, clubs, and service initiatives. South Horizons focuses on a calm, hands-on start to school in a bilingual environment.

www.ims.edu.hk
This campus is part of The International Montessori School

Phase III, G/F, Blocks 23 to 23A, South Horizons, South Horizon Drive, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

The International Montessori School - South Horizons Campus has 10,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The International Montessori School (IMS) South Horizons Campus is situated in a residential area of Hong Kong, offering easy access to public transportation and community facilities. The campus is designed for young learners in the school’s early years programmes. Families benefit from convenient travel options and a calm neighbourhood environment suitable for preschool education.

Stages
This campus serves children aged 1 to 6 years through three Montessori programmes: Montessori First Steps (ages 1–2), Foundation Group (ages 2–3), and Casa dei Bambini (ages 3–6). Students progress from toddler and preschool levels to kindergarten age before continuing at IMS’s Stanley Campus for Elementary and Middle School.

Type
IMS South Horizons is a co-educational day school. It follows the bilingual Montessori approach in English and Putonghua (Mandarin). The school does not offer boarding, and all programmes run on a day-school basis.

Additional learning support
The school promotes an inclusive environment and pastoral care across its programmes. However, IMS does not publicly detail specialised facilities or programmes for students with identified Special Educational Needs (SEN) on its website. Families requiring dedicated SEN provision should contact the school directly for clarification.

Country affiliation
The school has no affiliation with any particular country. It is an international institution registered in Hong Kong, following an authentic Montessori curriculum.

Religious affiliation
IMS has no religious affiliation and welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds.

School day structure
The school day varies by age group and programme. Montessori First Steps runs for about 1.5 hours per day, Foundation Group classes for 2 hours per day, and Casa dei Bambini offers half-day or full-day schedules. The exact daily timetable is confirmed individually with families upon enrolment.

Bus service
IMS contracts an independent bus company to provide a network of school buses covering most of Hong Kong Island. The service operates on morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off routes. Bus fees are billed directly by the provider and are payable in half-year segments. Families can select routes based on their home location, subject to seat availability.
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Fees

Annual tuition at The International Montessori School - South Horizons Campus ranges from HKD 43,200 to HKD 247,800 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A one-time Application Fee of HK$2,000 per child is required upon submission. This amount is inclusive of any assessment fees and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Montessori First Steps (Ages 1–2)

2 Days (Tue & Thu): HK$43,200 per year
3 Days (Mon, Wed & Fri): HK$63,600 per year

Foundation Group (Ages 2–3)

5 Days (Mon – Fri): HK $119,400 per year

Casa dei Bambini (Ages 3–6)

Half Day (Ages 3–4): HK$171,600 per year
Full Day (Ages 4–6): HK $247,800 per year

Tuition fees are invoiced monthly, based on the number of school months in the academic calendar.

Capital Contribution Options
All students enrolled in the Casa dei Bambini, Elementary, or Middle School programmes must participate in one of the following contribution plans administered by the International Montessori Education Foundation (IMEF):

Annual Capital Levy: HK$35,000 per year (per child)
Personal Nomination Right (PNR): HK$120,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
Capital Note: HK$150,000 (one-time, partly redeemable at HK$90,000 upon withdrawal or completion, less any outstanding fees)

These funds support campus development, facilities, and learning environment improvements.

Additional Fees
Bus service: Charged directly by the contracted provider in half-year segments.
Uniforms: Required for Casa dei Bambini students; available for purchase online or at school.
Field trips and Camps: Charged annually by the school based on participation.

Refund Policy
The Application Fee and Annual Capital Levy are non-refundable. The Capital Note may be partially refunded (HK$90,000) upon completion or withdrawal from the Casa programme, provided all school fees have been settled.

Payment Options
Payments may be made via bank transfer or other approved electronic methods as outlined in the school’s finance documentation.
Academics

The International Montessori School - South Horizons Campus teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 6.

Curriculum
The International Montessori School (IMS) South Horizons Campus follows an authentic bilingual Montessori curriculum, taught in English and Putonghua (Mandarin) with one teacher for each language in every classroom. The campus serves children aged 1 to 6 years, offering three key programmes: Montessori First Steps (ages 1–2), Foundation Group (ages 2–3), and Casa dei Bambini (ages 3–6). Learning is hands-on and individualised, guided by AMI-trained Montessori educators who introduce early literacy, numeracy, sensorial, and practical life concepts through self-directed activities. The curriculum emphasises independence, focus, and social development within a mixed-age setting. Students who complete Casa dei Bambini may continue into the Elementary and Middle School Montessori programmes at IMS’s Stanley Campus, ensuring continuity through to age 14.
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Enquiry and Campus Visit
Families are encouraged to attend an Open Day, Montessori Trial, or Campus Tour to understand the school’s learning environment and bilingual Montessori approach. Visits are held throughout the year and can be booked directly through the school’s website.

2. Application Submission
Applications are accepted year-round through the school’s online Admissions Portal. Parents submit the completed form along with supporting documents and the non-refundable Application Fee, which includes any assessment fees.

3. Assessment and Interview
Once an application is received, the admissions team arranges an age-appropriate observation or meeting. For younger children, this may involve a short classroom visit to assess readiness and comfort within a Montessori setting.

4. Offer and Enrolment
Successful applicants receive a formal Offer of Admission, after which parents must confirm acceptance within the time frame provided. Families are then required to complete relevant paperwork and select one of the school’s Contribution Options (Annual Capital Levy, Personal Nomination Right, or Capital Note) to secure the place.

5. Orientation and Start
Before the first day, parents receive joining instructions, uniform details (for Casa students), and transport arrangements. The school provides orientation sessions to help children and families settle into the Montessori routine.

Scholarships
The school’s website does not publicly disclose any scholarship or financial aid programmes. All places are fee-paying, and enrolment requires participation in one of the IMEF Contribution Options. There are no published details regarding merit-based, needs-based, or sibling scholarships.

Waitlist
IMS does not publicly state the use of a formal waitlist or pool system. The website notes that applications are accepted throughout the year and processed on a rolling basis. Admission decisions depend on age group availability and the completion of all required steps.
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