By accessing an esf, esl or pta web site and other online esf services, such as esfs mobile app, users agree that esf can store and access cookies, ip addresses and use other methods in order. All esf schools have the same fee structure, and they have always had a reputation for being considerably cheaper than most international schools in hong kong. Hi every one,i am thinking of moving to hong kong to live and work pemenently. All the key info about every international school in hong kong. Its about strengthening hong kong education for all. Mar 26, 2015 esf schools hit parents with fee rises of up to 8. Hong kong operates a vibrant and competitive international and local school sector with. The rise and rise of school fees top schools hong kong.
Photocopies of last three months bank statements passbook records in. Hong kong is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive places. Island school registers all students from year 7 to year in august each year. May 11, 2017 if you want to raise the ire of hong kong parents, increase their childrens school fees. With books in abundance, it is also a place where students can come to work on projects or just relax. This is a happy community with great spirit and a sense that anything and everything is possible. The esf has a standard fee structure, which applies to all its kindergartens, primary and secondary schools.
Page 1 of 2 possible move to hong kong posted in outside australia. A guide to the school system in hong kong, including esf, international and government schools. Mar 29, 2018 all esf schools have the same fee structure, and they have always had a reputation for being considerably cheaper than most international schools in hong kong. International schools sports federation hong kong issfhk formed in 2006, the issfhk is an alternative organisation to the hkssf for interschool sports among the international schools in hong kong and now boasts 21 member schools. Everything you need to know about debentures in hong kong. To get your child started at school, you will find yourself paying for application fees, enrolment fees, building maintenance costs, extra curricular activities, school trips. Years 7 11 may borrow up to 4 books for a period of 2 weeks. The english schools foundation esf was established in 1967 and is the largest education foundation in asia offering a liberal education through the medium of the english language to children of school age. Renaissance college is a private independent international school run by english schools foundation esf in hong kong. Chinese language education has long been a concern for esf parents and students alike. By accessing an esf, esl or pta web site and other online esf services, such as esfs mobile app, users agree that esf can store and access cookies, ip addresses and use other methods in order to collect website usage data, and improve users online experience.
Secondary under normal circumstances, a student graduating from an esf primary school is offered a place in the secondary school of their catchment area. Fees are used by the school to cover all costs relating to staffing provision, purchasing of books and resources. The foundation has informed parents with regret that primary school tuition fees will go up by 4. The result has been the creation of an extremely multicultural and popular system, with over 15,000 students from 50plus countries in a system that covers kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools, as well as a special needs school, throughout hong kong. List of international schools in hong kong project. Based on data from, we have compiled a list of the schools with lowest and highest fees, and the average annual fee for each school. The scheme runs from 2 april until 30 june and allows an employer to secure places for the children of incoming employees for the next school year. Im currently a student in island school, and have a pretty good understanding of the esf schools but one thing i cant answer is the rankings of schools, its because in esf, there are no proper rankings, of course, some schools do better than others in the igcseib exams but it varies every year and no school is the best i can explain more on this if you like, just ask if you do. We have done this while being able to, in real terms, reduce the cost of running the organisation. Welcome and please be advised that esf uses cookies.
It is overseen by the education bureau and the social welfare department in the 201920 school year, there are 587 primary schools, 504 secondary day schools, and 61 special schools. Our orchestra have been out of school today at kowloon junior school to experience working with school orchestras from other esf school in an orchestra jam day. This week, ruth benny, head girl of top schools and yummy mummys very own education expert, tells us what we need to know about the debenture system and how it works. English schools foundation the largest englishmedium international school organisation in hong kong. Expat parent schools guide september 2018 by hong kong. According to a survey undertaken by hsbc in june 2017, families in hong kong pay more than hkd 1 million per child for the duration of their education from kindergarten through to the end of undergraduate studies.
On sunday february 21st four teams of qbs chess players took part in a day of chess at the hkjcc hong kong interschool championships 2016. Hong kong now ranks as the ninth most expensive country in the world when it comes to private schooling. Resources in high demand for assignment work may be borrowed overnight or for weekend loan. Wonderfully helpful and always wanting to give everything a go great opportunities to develop professionally and personally freedom to teach and be creative excellent support staff who work very hard teachers are supportive of each other a very good salary package and support for settling and living in hong kong a good reputation across hong kong. School budgeting guide 202021 top schools hong kong. The ict in kennedy school is the best subject in the school, although i also really like games and p. Since august 2016, the hong kong sar government has started phasing out the recurrent subvention to esf year. The esf spokeswoman said the education bureau still had to approve proposed fees for other esf schools. Top affordable international primary schools in hong kong. Esf school fees 2012 20 hong kong geoschools forums. Greer admits that there is still room for improvement. Esf announced a salary increase of 4% for all staff for the school year august 201220. Textbooks, local field trips, exam fees and after school activities may or may not extra. Clearwater bay school esf home clearwater bay school esf.
This is a nonrefundable, nontransferable administration fee which covers the cost of admissions. There are around 362,049 students enrolled in primary schools. Kindergarten online application english schools foundation. Students may bring the books to the library to renew.
Education in hong kong is largely modelled on that of the united kingdom, particularly the english system. Jis is a nonprofit making school serving the international community of hong kong. This is a great opportunity for our musicians to share their love of music with others and. The english schools foundation esf is an organisation that runs 22 educational institutions, most of which are international schools, in hong kong. West island school esf second hand books for school fair. Tuition fees relief for 3 months will be granted following the death of a parent.
These include borrowing laptops, printing, borrowing books etc. It is the largest englishmedium organisation of international schools in hong kong. Fees at esf s kindergartens vary slightly, and the increase ranges from 5. Hi there,were looking at taking a job in hong kong around july. All proceeds will go to the nicola myers kenneth mcbride memorial fund, a charity dedicated to providing academically driven but financially limited hong kong students with support for their education. Two all through private independent schools and five kindergartens are operated by esfs affiliated company, esf educational services limited esl, which also offers. Regarding the issue, greer says there might be some aspects of the local school system that we can learn from. I dont think bradbury is super academic and there are definitely more academic esf schools. The esf was established by the hong kong government in 1967. Possible move to hong kong outside australia essential.
Fees at esf schools in hong kong could rise by as much as 25 per cent next year. For esf, we refer to the centralised schools, excluding the private schools discovery. After school english language classes in hong kong esf. The collection of this fee does not constitute any assurance that a school place or an interview will be offered.
Joshua lim won 2nd place and eric tsang won 6th place on board 3. Fees at esfs kindergartens vary slightly, and the increase ranges from 5. When navigating the school application process in hong kong, one word parents hear over and over again is debenture and its almost always followed by a usually mindblowing figure. Island school hong kong junior football league championship. The hong kong government has now begun phasing out the subvention subsidy on esf fees, so the fees are now in line with most other international schools.
We are conscious that we do not want to become one of the schools charging the high fees, says the ceo. Students may borrow resources using their school octopus card. Esf pay rises and fee increases for 201220 hong kong. Malvern college preschool hong kong believes the early years are crucial for laying a firm foundation for future learning and successes, with a programme inheriting the malvern college ethos and core values, which is tailored to develop the potential in every child through a stimulating and developmental environment. Tuition fees are lower than many other international schools as many esf schools. Subject to receipt of customary regulatory approval. Esf currently operates five secondary schools, nine primary schools and a school for students with special educational needs. Esf now operates five secondary schools, nine primary schools, two allthrough private independent schools, five kindergartens and a. This is a list of international schools in hong kong. International schools in hong kong, education, hongkong. Tuition fees for students in year seven to year 11 will rise by 3. Our new website offers a great deal more information regarding the broad range of courses that we offer, while also having several ways you can find and enrol for the many courses we have on offer across all of hong kong.
School fees in hong kong are directed by the hong kong education bureau. Esf has five secondary schools, nine primary schools and a school for. It includes nursery schools, primary and secondary high schools and you will find the right school to prepare for international baccalaureate, and other diploma in hong kong. Hong kongs international school fees have previously commonly featured as part of. Heres a sample of the latest outrage on the popular facebook group hong kong schools. Esf announces proposed fees for 201920 english schools. International schools sports federation hong kong issfhk formed in 2006, the issfhk is an alternative organisation to the hkssf for interschool sports among the international schools in. Mar 06, 2014 to apply to international schools in hong kong you need to understand that most schools have waiting lists, many demand debentures or having a debenture is clearly an advantage, tuition fees are high, entry interviewsassessments start at a very young age, english fluency is expected even for very young children, and final decisions on acceptance of a place is expected within two weeks. By accessing an esf, esl or pta web site and other online esf services, such as esfs mobile app, users agree that esf can store and access cookies, ip addresses and use other methods in order to collect. Esf school fees for the academic year 201920 english. Quarry bay school esf newsletter 2420152016 quarry. Education in hong kong is largely modelled on that of the united kingdom, particularly the. Sha tin junior school retains its membership in the hong kong music and speech association in order to support individual parents who wish to train and then enter their children into the annual festival.
Esf island school 20 borrett road, hong kong rated 4. Jun 05, 2019 fees at international schools in hong kong have risen by 8. By continuing to access this web site, users agree to. International schools in hong kong are known for their high fees. The students played hard and enjoyed meeting new friends from other schools. On top of this, schools in hong kong have other fees, such as uniform expenses, debentures, and individual nomination rights. This covers everything from tuition fees through to school uniform. Esf has five secondary schools, nine primary schools and a school for students with special educational needs across hong kong island, kowloon and the new territories.
Esf primary curriculum english schools foundation 22. Hong kong has about 537 local schools and 44 international schools. It is the largest international educational foundation in asia. Apr 04, 2016 of course this will depend on what criterion yore trying to decide on, but i guarantee you, in all these schools, the food will be bad and pricy. Kowloon junior school esf home kowloon junior school esf. Its education asia article hong kong education system. Fees at esf schools in hong kong could rise by as much as. Please login to apply for these posts if you have already registered. Tuition fees do not cover the cost of some extracurricular activities we offer free and feebased ecas, annual camp, uniforms, school bus or meals. Effective august 2011, direct debit is mandatory in paying school fees for all students attending esf schools. Preschool education in hong kong is not free and fees are payable by pupils parents. Authorisation was granted in may 2009, sjs becoming the first esf primary school to achieve this status. Enter your preferences and find the best international school in hong kong for you and your children.
Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extracurricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds. International schools in hong kong, education, hongkong expat. While the tuition fees are on a par with esfs primary schools, both colleges. The english schools foundation esf is an organisation that runs 22 educational institutions, all of which are international schools, in hong kong. English schools foundation 22 international schools in.
World heritage encyclopedia, the aggregation of the largest online encyclopedias available, and the most definitive collection ever assembled. In general they dont use textbooks, its inquiry driven and no text books are needed although our school uses text books for mandarin but nothing else. Tuition fees cover all books, stationery and learning materials. Hong kong is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive places to send your child to school. Price of schools in hong kong, cost of international and. South island school making a difference since 1977. Fees at esf schools in hong kong could rise by almost 25 per cent next year. Island school esf extracurricular activities island.
Sha tin junior school is fully authorised by the international baccalaureate organization ibo to offer the primary years programme pyp. However the waiting lists are still long as these schools remain hugely soughtafter and very popular with local families. Hong kong preparations education system in hong kong. Primary school students are interviewed to see if their english is. In 2 years time itll be 200k just to attend their kindy. The method of payment is by credit card through paydollar, our online payment service provider. Hong kong education system its education asia article. The best international schools in hong kong tatler hong kong.
Sep 05, 2017 schools operated by the english schools foundation esf have a reputation for offering some of the lowest tuition fees within hong kongs private school sector. School excursions are also included in these costs, with the exception of overnight school camps or extended trips out of hong kong. All schools offer ib myp and ib dp either uk gcses or international gcse. Fees at international schools in hong kong have risen by 8. The grants awarded to students are used to pay for exam fees, tutoring, books or sometimes basic living costs such as food or transport. Years 12 students may borrow up to 8 books for a period of 3 weeks. Only problem is i have a 9 year old daughter who be coming with me can anybody tell me if there are many international schools especially near sai kung area and what sort of cost are the tuition fees thanks in advance.
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