Hong Kong International School (HKIS) is a leading private co-educational college preparatory school for students from Reception One (pre-kindergarten) to Grade 12.Since 1966, HKIS has provided an exceptional educational environment grounded in the Christian faith. We know that students learn best when they are in charge of how they learn. Our American-style program permits students to do this, with our expert teachers guiding their learning to achieve excellence. HKIS offers a warm and inclusive learning environment for over 2,900 students of 40 nationalities and diverse religious backgrounds, and continually evolves programs and facilities to enhance the student experience.

HKIS has four divisions across two campuses located on the south side of Hong Kong Island: Lower Primary (Pre-K to Grade 2), Upper Primary (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12). HKIS is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS) and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Hong Kong International School offers the US Curriculum as well as Advanced Placement courses offered in High School. 29 Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered in High School.

Chinese language is mandatory from Reception 1 to Grade 5; optional from Grade 6 to 12. Mandarin for Near Native Speakers and Mandarin as second language streams are offered.

Subjects offered in Secondary are:

• English;
• Social Studies;
• Mathematics;
• Science;
• World Languages (Mandarin, Spanish or French);
• Fine Arts;
• Wellbeing (Religion, Physical Education/Health, Counseling Seminars);
• Electives.

Application Guide

Apply online.

We accept applications all year-round, with the following priority deadlines for 2024-25 Academic Year:
Reception 1- Grade 5: by October 1, 2023
Grade 6-12: by November 1, 2023

Applicants are assessed and evaluated on the following criteria:

1. English language proficiency
2. Demonstrated academic achievement
3. Personal characteristics
4. Fit to HKIS’s Student Learning Results

After school activities HKIS offers dozens of extra-curricular activities for students of all ages. Extra-curricular activities at HKIS encompass a wide range of areas that focus on the all-round development of our students. In line with the school's vision, the activities offered are classified into the following categories:

1. Culinary Arts
2. Health & Wellness
3. Oratory Arts
4. Performing Arts
5. Physical Activity
6. S.T.E.M
7. Service & Spirituality
8. Visual Arts