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YK Pao School Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$220,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2026
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

YK Pao School Hong Kong is a not-for-profit institution located on G/F and 1/F, No. 8 Shung Shan Street, Yau Tong, Kowloon. It opens in September 2026 at Kowloon East campus with a plan to expand to Rose Street campus. The school is in the process of becoming an IB candidate school and will offer Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) with enhanced Putonghua and Mathematics. Instruction is English and Putonghua, with 50% English and 50% Chinese in Years 1–5 (Communication Proficiency) and 60% English and 40% Chinese in Years 6–9 (Academic Proficiency). The curriculum emphasizes whole-person education, integrating academics with creative arts, sports and character education, and fostering an international perspective. Founding Head of School is Cathy Braithwaite. The school aims to educate global citizens and future leaders on a foundation of strong values and academic achievement. This approach prepares students for lifelong, global careers ahead.

ykpaoschool.hk

G/F & 1/F, No. 8 Shung Shan Street, Yau Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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The Essentials

YK Pao School Hong Kong has instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
Kowloon East Campus, G/F & 1/F, No. 8 Shung Shan Street, Yau Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Kowloon East Campus opens in 2026–27, with Rose Street campus planned for expansion.

Stages
Primary and Middle Years Programmes are planned; opening with Years 1–3 in 2026–27 and pursuing IB candidacy (subject to Education Bureau approval). Instruction is bilingual in English and Putonghua, with a 50/50 English/Chinese language split for Years 1–5 and a 60/40 split for Years 6–9, plus enhanced Putonghua and Mathematics courses.

Type
Not-for-profit

Country affiliation
Hong Kong
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Fees

Annual tuition at YK Pao School Hong Kong ranges from HKD 220,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- HK$2,000 (non-refundable).

Tuition fees (by year group and instalments)
- Academic Year 2026/27: Annual tuition for Years 1–4: HK$220,000.
- The annual tuition is charged in 10 equal instalments; each instalment for an annual fee of HK$220,000 equals HK$22,000.

Reservation / tuition deposit
- A Reservation Deposit (tuition deposit) equal to one instalment of the current annual tuition fee is payable on acceptance of an offer. This deposit is non-refundable but will be offset against the first instalment/tuition invoice for the academic year. Where a student withdraws after acceptance, the deposit is forfeited.
- A Reservation Deposit or Annual Capital Levy (if applicable) will be charged in December each year to secure a place for the following academic year; this charge is non-refundable.

Capital levy
- Annual Capital Levy: HK$50,000. This levy is used to fund capital expenditure. The Annual Capital Levy is waived during the academic years at the Kowloon East Campus.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition is payable in 10 equal instalments. Parents must provide Direct Debit / bank autopay details (Direct Debit Authorisation with a Hong Kong bank) so that nine instalments are charged through Direct Debit after payment of the Reservation Deposit.
- For students starting during the course of the year, tuition fees and the Annual Capital Levy (if applicable) are calculated on a pro‑rata basis.
- If a parent wishes to withdraw a student, one term's notice in advance is required; during the notice period the parent remains liable for all fees.

Other costs and fees (charged separately)
- The annual tuition fee excludes the following additional costs, which are charged separately: school meals, school bus, school uniform, textbooks, co‑curricular activities, expeditions and trips, competitions, and public examinations. Parents should expect these items to incur additional charges.

Refund information
- Application fee: non-refundable.
- Reservation Deposit / tuition deposit: non-refundable and forfeited if a student withdraws after acceptance; the deposit is credited against the first tuition invoice when a place is taken.
- Annual Capital Levy (when charged): non-refundable.
- Parents remain liable for fees during the notice period if a student leaves; the school enforces one term's notice for withdrawal.

Fee payment options
- The school's stated payment method for tuition instalments is bank autopay / Direct Debit (Direct Debit Authorisation with banks in Hong Kong). Payment of the Reservation Deposit is required to activate the instalment plan. No other payment methods are listed in the fee schedule and admissions policy.
Academics

YK Pao School Hong Kong teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP).

Curriculum
The curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and reflection in young learners. The school is in the process of becoming an IB candidate school and plans to offer primary and middle years programmes with enhanced Putonghua and Mathematics. Teaching is conducted in English and Putonghua, with 50% English and 50% Chinese in Years 1–5 (Communication Proficiency) and 60% English and 40% Chinese in Years 6–9 (Academic Proficiency). Whole-person education is fundamental, and the curriculum integrates academics with creative arts, sports and character education. The curriculum also fosters an international perspective.
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Applications for Academic Year 2027-28: Application Period 1 August–31 October 2026. Regular Applications for Year 1 and transfer applications for Years 2–4 for the 2027–28 academic year will officially open on 1 August 2026. The school welcomes children of all nationalities and backgrounds to create a multicultural environment. Age requirements for the 2027-28 cohort (by 31 August 2027): Y1 – 6 years old (born 1 Sept 2020–31 Aug 2021); Y2 – 7 years old (born 1 Sept 2019–31 Aug 2020); Y3 – 8 years old (born 1 Sept 2018–31 Aug 2019); Y4 – 8 years old (born 1 Sept 2017–31 Aug 2018). Early Decision (ED) Applications for Academic Year 2028-29: Application Period 1 August–31 October 2026. Age requirements for the 2028-29 cohort (by 31 August 2028): Y1 – 6 years old (born 1 Sept 2021–31 Aug 2022). Application Fee: HK$2,000 (Non-refundable). The fee covers processing and assessment of applications; admissions administration; communications with applicants and families; admissions interviews and assessments; maintenance of admissions systems and records; and admissions-related marketing and outreach activities. 2026–27 Campus Location: Kowloon East Campus, G/F, No. 8 Shung Shan Street, Yau Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Tuition for Years 1–4 in Academic Year 2026/27: HK$220,000 annually, payable in 10 equal instalments via bank autopay. A non-refundable tuition deposit is payable upon acceptance of the admission offer and credited against the first tuition invoice; if a student withdraws after acceptance, the tuition deposit is forfeited. The Capital Levy is HK$50,000 (waived during the Kowloon East Campus era). How to stay updated: follow our social media channels, visit the website, or contact our Admissions Team at admissions@ykpaoschool.edu.hk. The school offers an online application via the Open Apply system (APPLY NOW). For information sessions, register your interest and updates will be emailed. General enquiries: +852 2185 9500; Admissions: +852 2185 9503; Email: info@ykpaoschool.edu.hk; admissions@ykpaoschool.edu.hk. The assessment format is two-stage: all children are invited to the first stage; selected families are invited back for the second stage (family meeting).
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