OXBRIDGE SCHOOL: New British Primary School Opening In Hung Hom In August 2021

Hot off the press! Oxbridge School will open its doors this August with students already enrolled from all areas of Hong Kong and eager to start their educational journey at this ambitious school that aims to become one of the best British curriculum Primary Schools in Hong Kong. It is also set to expand into the Secondary arena next year. The school, located in Hung Hom, offers a highly personalized education taught by highly skilled and experienced teachers and is founded upon the British National Curriculum. The campus boasts a bright, urban space, well equipped with a library, classrooms with large windows which allow for plenty of natural light, and includes a dedicated Gifted and Special Education Needs centre. Their deliberately small class sizes, of no more than 15 students, ensure that their qualified, UK-trained teachers get to know and nurture each student whilst delivering stimulating and structured learning. School fees are affordably set at HK$128,000 per year—with no debenture or capital levy—offering an attractive option for many parents. They also offer an extensive range of extra-curricular activities which provides an enriching way for students to end the school day. Arrange a tour today to visit this new and exciting arrival on the Hong Kong educational scene and see if your child could thrive and prosper at this “Intelligently British” School! Oxbridge School is currently open for Year 1 – Year 6 applications for August 2022 entry.

Oxbridge School, G/F, 1 San Wai Street, Hung Hom, Hong Kong +852 2612 1888, admissions@oxbridgeschool.hk, www.oxbridgeschool.hk

ANJISI SCHOOL: New Kindergarten And Primary School Opening In 2023 With Local International Curriculum

Hot off the press! Anjisi School will be located in Kam Tin and opening its doors to students in 2023, offering a blend of local and international curricula. The school plan was approved by Hong Kong's City Planning Board and is now awaiting the Education Bureau's nod. The immense 150,000 sq feet property will include a six-story building, performing arts hall, swimming pool, and much much more. The construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. The school is set to offer IB and IGCSE programs at secondary school.  Watch this space!

Anjisi School, Kam Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong, https://www.anchors.edu.hk/. Note, priority admission will be given to students at Anchor's kindergartens.

DALTON SCHOOL HONG KONG: New Bilingual Primary School In West Kowloon

DSHK is a non-profit, child-centered. dual language private independent school located inside the Imperial Cullinan residential development located in the new vibrant West Kowloon Cultural District.  The primary school is approximately 75,000 square feet with another 20,000 square feet used for the kindergarten and preschool. The school is a true dual-language school (50% English / 50% Putonghua) that follows the US Common core and Beijing Tsinghua University Primary School standards. DSHK now offers classes from Reception Prep to G5 and will open the doors for Middle schoolers (Grade 6-8) starting in 2022. Dalton's High School (Grade 9-12) will commence in 2025.  Note, the facilities include - Science/Home Economics/ Makerspace/ Robotics Rooms, Multi-Purpose Sports/Concert Hall, Drama/Dance/Art/ Orchestra & Music Practice Rooms, Chinese Literacy Center.  Click here for application information including SEN inquiries. Explore the heritage of Chinese culture and traditions with the progressive Dalton Plan.

Dalton School Hong Kong, G/F, Imperial Cullinan, 10 Hoi Fai Road, Kowloon, +852 3612 4660, info@dshk.edu.hk , www.dshk.edu.hk

IB DIPLOMA SCORES 2021 RESULTS: Hong Kong Scores Are In + 130 Earn Perfect Score!

Hong Kong students have done great this year with their IB scores. We have seen a rise in pass rates, average scores, and diploma scores. What's more? 130 Hong Kong students attained a perfect score on the IB exams this year, more than three times the number last year! Way to go!! Most of those kids decided to stay in Hong Kong to continue their studies. Students at international schools in Hong Kong are celebrating an average IB score of 38.93, well above the global average of 32.99! It is also 1.5% higher than last year’s Hong Kong average of 36.31 points.

ISSIA HK: Student-Led Platform To Discuss Social Issues

To find out more about this great initiative, visit issiahk.org or Instagram @issia.hk.

NEW SCHOOL: Offering City's First Mainland Chinese Curriculum

Hong Kong officials choose a site for the city’s first school offering a mainland Chinese curriculum, near the Hong Kong Wetland Park. Hong Kong has many international schools, but there is no mainland equivalent. The new school will offer 900 places or more and is expected to launch around the 2025-26 school year.  Watch this space for detailed updates and news.

CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Renovations And Open Plan Design Enhancements

When students return to the Canadian International School on the Hong Kong campus, some areas will look unrecognizable, following extensive renovations in the middle of 2020. The school’s main cafeteria underwent a full revamp; it includes a new seating area, serving stations, and a fully renovated back kitchen, which allows cafeteria staff to serve food that’s freshly made and locally sourced when possible. Meanwhile, the classrooms serving Grade 5 and 6 students have a completely different architectural layout; an open-plan design and breakout spaces contribute to the updated, modern feel. For other news from the school, see cdnis.edu.hk.

Canadian International School, 36 Nam Long Shan Rd, Aberdeen, +852 2525 7088, schoolinfo@cdnis.edu.hk, cdnis.edu.hk

WOODLAND PRESCHOOL HONG KONG: New Group General Manager Announced!

Gazel Razavi is the newest face at Woodland PreSchools, having been appointed as the group’s General Manager. Gazel will be leading the school community on the new “Woodland Journey”. For ages six months to six years, Woodland carefully builds upon earlier stages to support each child’s natural dispositions and curiosities. The aim is to help them to move on to primary education with the tools and skills that they need to succeed.

Woodland Preschools, Multiple Locations around Hong Kong, +852 2551 7177, www.woodlandschools.com

KIDO INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN AND NURSERY: Pokfulam Based English/Mandarin Immersion Programs For Toddlers

Kido International Kindergarten and Nursery, Chi Fu Fa Yuen, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, infohk@kido.school,  https://kido.school. Click here for their upcoming open day on October 23, 2021!

FRENCH ENGLISH ACADEMY: Bilingual School In Repulse Bay For Kids Ages 3-5

FEA opened its doors in 2020 in Repulse Bay. It is an independent bilingual school dedicated to empowering children aged 3 - 5 years. Through the school's bilingual program where French and English are given equal importance, they look forward to raising unique global citizens. The immense school space (3,600 square feet) provides ample room for all kinds of activities including an outdoor playground, an indoor sandbox, and room for nap time.

French English Academy, 109 Repulse Bay Road Hong Kong, +852 2388 0026, info@feahk.com, www.feahk.com

ESF SCHOOLS: Going Green With 8 Schools Adding Solar Panels

Yes, you heard it right! 8 ESF schools in Hong Kong have revamped their facilities to adopt solar panels to bring about energy conservation and sustainability for a better tomorrow. Where did the idea come from? ESF Renaissance College students of the sustainability team brought forward the idea to promote a greener school. A total of over 1400 solar panels could generate energy for nearly 110 households and reduce approximately 280 tonnes of carbon emission. Go ESF!

English Schools Foundation, 25/F 1063 King's Road,Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2574 2351, info@esfcentre.edu.hk, www.esf.edu.hk

KELLETT SCHOOL, THE BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HONG KONG: Head of Kowloon Bay Prep Samantha Steed

Kellett is thrilled to welcome their new Head of Kowloon Bay Prep Samantha Steed. Samantha joins the school with extensive experience in Primary education and has particular expertise in the Early Years. She trained at the well renowned Froebel College, which is now part of the University of Surrey. She subsequently completed a Masters-in-Education (with Distinction).  Welcome Samantha!!  More news from Kellett - In June 2021, Kellett School, the British International School in Hong Kong, was awarded the Council Of British International Schools membership (COBIS). Congrats from all of us at Little Steps Asia! The school was fully compliant in all of the five areas (safeguarding and safer recruitment, student welfare, facilities, governance, and ethos & values). COBIS represents over 250 British international schools. COBIS membership is Kellett’s latest accreditation, others include HMC (Headmasters' & Headmistresses' Conference), IAPS, the IndependentAssociation of Prep Schools, and FOBISIA, The Federation of British International Schools in Asia. And in the whole of Hong Kong, only Kellett and Nord Anglia International School are members.

Kellett School, Kowloon Bay Prep and Senior, 7 Lam Hing Street, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, +852 3120 0700, www.kellettschool.com

NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Eton School Mexico To Join The NAIS Family

Eton School in Mexico City is joining the Nord Anglia Education (NAE) group. It will be NAISs' 70th school worldwide and their second bilingual school in Mexico. This offers Eton School a chance to collaborate with the vast network of NAIS teachers across the globe. Additionally, Eton School students can now connect and collaborate through Nord Anglia's tech-enabled platforms and benefit from NAE's global partnerships.

Nord Anglia, +852 3958 1488, Admissions@NAIS.HK, www.nordangliaeducation.com

Nord Anglia Primary & Secondary, 11 On Tin St, Lam Tin, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Nord Anglia - Early Years, Red Hill Plaza, Red Hill Road, Tai Tam, Hong Kong

Nord Anglia - Early Years, 285 Hong Kin Road, Tui Min Hoi, Sai Kung, The New Territories

SCHOOL FEES: Some Hong Kong Private Schools Freeze Fees Due To COVID-19 Outbreak

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the income of many Hong Kong families has been hit, and a growing number of international and private schools in Hong Kong plan to freeze tuition fees. Schools continuing to participate in fee freeze are ESF and American International School, while other private schools such as Hong Kong International School are offering fee relief schemes for families facing financial challenges.

WYCOMBE ABBEY: Shortlisted For An Award

Wycombe Abbey has been shortlisted for an Independent School of the Year Award for International Student Experience! Their aim is to make a home away from home for the students who attend Wycombe Abbey from across the globe. The judges will meet in September to choose the finalists ahead of the winners being announced in October.⁠

Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong, 17 Tin Wan Street, Aberdeen +852 2129 7100, admissions@was.edu.hk, https://www.was.edu.hk/

HONG KONG ACADEMY: An App Created By Students

This is fabulous - we love student innovations!  Students from HKA in Sai Kung, Hong Kong created their own app and map around Sai Kung. Each Wednesday students work on ‘passion projects’ with peers from different grades and teachers from different disciplines that share a common interest. For a period of 8 weeks, they dive deep into a subject in a real-life scenario such as: designing your own clothes, building your own computers, or creating a live puppet theatre performance. One of these projects was a cultural mapping project with iDiscover, where a group of 16 students mapped their own neighborhood through a step-by-step approach involving games, site surveys, interviews, photography, creative writing, and design. The content was uploaded into the iDiscover App and it is now available as a 1-hour walking itinerary that highlights the best of Sai Kung.

Hong Kong Academy, 33 Wai Man Rd, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 2655 1111, hkacademy.edu.hk

HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Win's An Award For Best Student-Centered School

In June, Hong Kong International School (HKIS) was awarded the Best Student-Centered School. Principle Dr. Lovelin states, "That’s not only excellence in academics, but excellence in creating a caring community that supports students and their specific interests. In addition, across all grade levels, we want to provide more choices to our students and give them different opportunities to bring learning from different subjects together in different environments." This award was given for the school's ability to adapt to the COVID-19 situation while making sure the students were supported and connected to the school.

Hong Kong International School, 1 Red Hill Rd, Tai Tam, Hong Kong, +852 3149 7000, www.hkis.edu.hk

GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI: New Academic Year Starting August 16, 2021

Guidepost Montessori provides a high-quality, self-driven learning environment across two beautiful campuses on Hong Kong island in Kennedy Town and Chai Wan. Their programs serve children from 6 months to age 6 with Montessori Together Playgroups (6 months to 24 months), Toddler/Pre-Nursery (age 2 to 3), and Children’s House Kindergarten (age 3 to 6). Guidepost offers year-round dual language (English and Mandarin) for all programs and rolling admissions into our programs to meet the needs of your family. To book a private tour or sign-up for the Open Day in October, please click the campus Chai Wan or Kennedy Town to secure a time today.

Guidepost Montessori Kennedy Town, 1-2 Floor, 554 Queen’s Road West, Sai Wan +852 3619 1136 (call or WhatsApp) kennedytown@guidepostmontessori.com, www.guidepostmontessori.com/kennedy-town

Guidepost Montessori Chai Wan Kindergarten, Harmony Garden 9, Siu Sai Wan Road, Siu Sai Wan +852 2866 8260 (call or WhatsApp) chaiwan@guidepostmontessori.com, www.guidepostmontessori.com/chai-wan