SCHOOL NEWS – Guide To Hong Kong School News And Openings In 2023

FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: 60th Anniversary

Established in 1963, the French International School (FIS) is an international education pioneer in Hong Kong with an offering of two streams across four campuses. At the heart of their learning environment is bilingual education and a unique mosaic of identities, the diversity of students and staff gives excellent preparation for an interconnected and complex world. It suits families who are looking not just for academic success, but a holistic and caring approach to education. The French Stream follows the French National Curriculum to Brevet and French Baccalaureate or the French International Baccalaureate. The International Stream follows the International Early Years and International Primary Curriculum to IGCSE, then IB.

FIS is a through-train school and accepts applications all year round. The school offers an extensive extra-curricular programme which enriches student life and encourages students to discover new experiences that can shape future pathways. Click here for admissions and regular campus tours!

French International School, various campuses, +852 2577 6217, admissions@lfis.edu.hk, www.fis.edu.hk

Blue Pool Road Campus: 165 Blue Pool Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Chai Wan Campus: 1 Cheung Man Road, Chai Wan, Hong Kong
Jardine’s Lookout Campus: 34 Price Road, Jardine’s Lookout, Hong Kong
Tseung Kwan O Campus, 28 Tong Yin Street, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories, Hong Kong

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

Hot off the press! Anjisi School is opening its doors to students in 2023 and will be located in Kam Tin. The immense 150,000 sq feet property will include a six-story building, performing arts hall, swimming pool, and much more. The construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. The school offers a blend of local and international curricula. The school is set to offer IB and IGCSE programs at secondary school.

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.

SHREWSBURY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HONG KONG: A New Mascot In Hong Kong

Hot off the press!  Shrewsbury has announced their new mascot, Darwin, a super cute corgi pup to their community in Hong Kong.  Darwin (named after one of the most prominent graduates) comes from Shropshire, England, where he stayed at an independent co-educational, boarding school founded by the Royal Charter in 1552. Learn more about Darwin via their social media platforms using the hashtag #SHKDarwin!

Shrewsbury International School, 10 Shek Kok Rd, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, https://www.shrewsbury.edu.hk/, https://www.facebook.com/ShrewsburyHKG

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

Hot off the press! A new school is opening in the city! Dalton School Hong Kong (DSHK) is a non-profit, child-centered dual-language private independent school located in the new vibrant West Kowloon Cultural District. 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. The primary school is approximately 75,000 square feet, with another 20,000 square feet used for the kindergarten and preschool. Admissions are now open to students from reception to middle schoolers and Dalton's High School (Grade 9-12) will commence in 2025. Click here for application information, including SEN inquiries.

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

FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: New Campus In Chai Wan

French International School (FIS) has some hot-off-the-press news! They are opening a brand new campus in Chai designed for the Early Years Program, the campus will open in September 2022! The Early Years Programs will be held in both French and International, providing a perfect learning environment for their youngest students. Registration is open, click here for more information!

The French International School (FIS) was established in 1963 and is one of Hong Kong's first international schools. The school offers two key curricula - The French Stream follows the French National Curriculum to Brevet and French Baccalaureate and The International Stream follows the English Curriculum to IGCSE, then IB.

French International School Hong Kong, admissions@lfis.edu.hk,  www.fis.edu.hk

YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Congratulations On YCIS's Student On Receiving An Oxford Offer

Big congratulations to Derun Li, from Yew Chung International School (YCIS), on receiving an offer to study Physics at Oxford University. Derun joined YCIS in 2015 as a Year 7 student. He further developed his interests in science and technology. His hard work is recognized by a list of renowned awards. Well done Derun!

YCIS has been providing quality international education to the learners of Hong Kong for more than 80 years. Originally specializing in early childhood education, YCIS now provides education from early childhood through primary and secondary culminating in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

Yew Chung International School, 3 To Fuk Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, +852 2338 7106, www.ycis-hk.com/en/admissions, www.ycis-hk.com

ESF SCHOOLS: Construction Completion Of The Flagship School Structure

English Schools Foundation (ESF) celebrates the completion of the construction of the flagship school structure. They will continue to work on fitting out the building, with the project on track to be finished for the new academic year in August 2022. The new school will offer state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities!

English Schools Foundation, +852 2574 2351, info@esfcentre.edu.hk, www.esf.edu.hk

WOODLAND PRESCHOOL HONG KONG: New Heads Of School For Repulse Bay Montessori, Pok Fu Lam & Kennedy Town

Woodland Pre-Schools offers a great education for children 6 months to 6 years. With 8 centrally located campuses all over Hong Kong, they prepare children for a successful transition into primary school by building the foundations of independent learning step by step. Woodland Pre-Schools is happy to announce new Heads of School for Repulse Bay Montessori, Pok Fu Lam and Kennedy Town:

• The new Head of School at Pok Fu Lam is Charlie Horowitz. Originally from the US and is very familiar with the education landscape and holds a Master of Education degree from the University of Hong Kong, where his studies focused on Early Childhood Development and bilingual education.
• The new Head of School at Kennedy Town is Hannah Dentten, with over a decade of experience within the Hong Kong international early years setting.
• The new Head of School at Repulse Bay Montessori is Tracey Cuthbertson, who is an Early Years enthusiast with deep experience developing high-quality early childhood programs, services, and teams that support children, parents, caregivers, and teachers alike.

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

THE CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF HONG KONG: 30th Anniversary

One of the leading schools in South East Asia, the Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS) is an IB World School fully authorized to deliver the International Baccalaureate Diploma, Middle Years, and Primary Years Programs. This year marks a special milestone for the Canadian International School of Hong Kong as the school celebrates its 30th anniversary! CDNIS has become renowned for its academic innovation and its welcoming and supportive community where athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities play an equally important role in the development of their students as academic rigor.

Canadian International School of Hong Kong, 36 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, +852 25257088, admissions@cdnis.edu.hk,  www.cdnis.edu.hk

HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Sidney Chu: HKIS Alumni '17 To represent Hong Kong In 2022 Winter Olympics

Hong Kong International School (HKIS) shared the news that they were awarded the Education Award at the Hong Kong Business Awards 2022 for successfully providing uninterrupted and exceptional education during the pandemic. Watch the full interview with Dr. Ron Roukema, Interim Head of School, here.

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

WYCOMBE ABBEY HONG KONG: Students Receive Offers From Independent Schools

Wycombe Abbey Hong Kong is proud to share that during 2021 and 2022, confirmed 11+ and 13+ offers of places have been received from the following British Independent Schools: Badminton School; Belmont School Mill Hill; Benenden School; Bryanston School; Caterham School; Cheltenham College; Cheltenham Ladies College; City of London School for Girls; Clifton College; Harrodian School; Lancing College; Mayfield School; Queen’s College London; Roedean School; Rugby School; Sherborne Girls; Woldingham School and Wycombe Abbey School.

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

NEW PRIVATE SCHOOL IN HONG KONG: Offering City's First Mainland Chinese Curriculum

Hong Kong will be opening its first private school providing a mainland Chinese curriculum to cater to mainland families living in the city. 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.

Click here to see the latest press release by The Education Bureau

ISSIA HK: Student-Led Platform To Discuss Social Issues

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