Ultimate List Of Best International Schools In Hong Kong In 2026

Need help picking an international school in Hong Kong for your child? We have gathered the details about some of the best Hong Kong international schools to make your decision a little easier.

One of the many great things about Hong Kong is that it is home to people from all around the globe. This rich diversity creates a demand for a variety of international schools to meet the needs of the various expats who want to raise their families here. If you’re new to Hong Kong or have a child entering school for the first time, this robust selection of international schools can feel overwhelming.

When considering what type of school you want your child to go to, it’s important to look at what you deem important, such as what curriculum you value and what language streams you want your child to learn in. In weighing up these options, Sassy Mama has gathered a list of some of the best international schools in Hong Kong with all the necessary details you’ll need to make the best choice for your child and family.

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German Swiss International School (GSIS)

German Swiss International School (GSIS) is a leading bilingual institution in Hong Kong where students can choose between two globally recognised diplomas — The German International Abitur (DIA) and the IGCSE and IB programme. Open to all nationalities with no German language pre-requisite in certain age groups, students of the German International Stream (GIS) learn to become bilingual and bicultural, developing into socially and globally conscious citizens. Those who wish to continue their academic career at a university in Germany receive an education resident visa and tuition is offered gratuitously by the German government.

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 18 years, kindergarten to secondary
Curriculum: German International Abitur (DIA) Diploma and IGCSE/International Baccalaureate (IB)
Campuses: The Peak (main campus upper primary to secondary), Pok Fu Lam (kindergarten and lower primary)
Language streams: German and English

German Swiss International School (Kindergarten and Lower Primary), 162 Pok Fu Lam Road, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong.

German Swiss International School (Upper Primary and Secondary), 11 Guildford Road, The Peak, Hong Kong, 2180 0511, Facebook: German Swiss International School, Instagram:@gsishk, www.gsis.edu.hk.

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Hong Kong Academy

Hong Kong Academy is a non-profit, international IB World School located in family-friendly Sai Kung. As one of only eight fully authorised three-programme IB schools in Hong Kong, HKA delivers a high-quality, student-centred education to 550 students from over 40 nationalities. With a 1:5 student-teacher ratio, the school emphasises personalised learning, cultural diversity and future-ready skills within a deeply connected community. Click here to book a personalised tour or join the HKA Exploration Day on Saturday, 28 March, 2026 to experience the campus firsthand!

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 18 years, playgroup to grade 12
Curriculum: IBDP, PYP, MYP, Inquiry-Based Learning, HKA Diploma, Global Citizen Diploma Certificates
Campuses: Sai Kung
Language Stream: English, Mandarin, Spanish, French

Hong Kong Academy, 33 Wai Man Road, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong, 2655 1111, [email protected], www.hkacademy.edu.hk

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Kellett School

Kellett School, a British international school in Hong Kong, was established in 1976 by a group of parents who sought an education rich in the arts and sports, and is still parent-governed to this day. Two campus locations in Hong Kong (plus a new Sixth Form Centre opening in August 2026!) accommodate 1,560 students, the majority of whom come from a British background. With a mission to instil ‘a love of learning and confidence for life,’ Kellett provides a forward-thinking curriculum from reception to graduation, ensuring each child receives years of pastoral care.

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, reception to year 13
Curriculum: National Curriculum for England, IGCSE, A-Levels
Campuses: Pok Fu Lam (Preparatory), Kowloon Bay (Preparatory and Senior)
Language streams: English with Mandarin classes, plus French and Spanish elective classes

Kellett School (Pok Fu Lam), 2 Wah Lok Path, Wah Fu, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong

Kellett School (Kowloon Bay), 7 Lam Hing Street, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, 3120 0700, www.kellettschool.com

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The Harbour School (THS)

The Harbour School (THS) is a leading experiential and inclusive American school founded in 2007. With two campuses on Ap Lei Chau, THS offers a US Common Core curriculum tailored for a diverse international student body. The school emphasises hands-on learning, problem-solving, creativity and resilience through projects, discussions and unique facilities like a Marine Science Center, maker space and a 50ft sailboat used as an outdoor classroom. High school students are also able to enrol in Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

Sassy Mama Tip: Sign up for The Harbour School’s open mornings to visit and learn more about primary or middle school (high school tours are available by appointment).

Ages, Grades: 4 to 18 years (Pre-K to Grade 12)
Curriculum: American Common Core, Advanced Placement (Grades 9 to 12)
Campuses: Garden Campus (secondary) and Grove Campus (primary), both in Ap Lei Chau
Language streams: English, with Mandarin or French classes

The Harbour School (Garden Campus), 138 Lee Chi Road, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong, 3708 9060

The Harbour School (Grove Campus), 332 Ap Lei Chau Bridge Road, Ap Lei Chau, 3905 0180, [email protected], www.ths.edu.hk

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American School Hong Kong (ASHK)

American School Hong Kong is through-train international school in Tai Po offering a rigorous American curriculum that culminates in the American High School Diploma. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), ensuring a high standard of education recognised globally. With a focus on academic excellence and holistic development, ASHK provides a supportive environment where experienced teachers nurture students to become confident, well-rounded individuals ready for their future studies and careers. Join ASHK’s bimonthly school tours to see the school in action!

Ages, Grades: Ages 5 to 18 years, kindergarten to grade 12
Curriculum: American curriculum, American High School Diploma, IB Diploma
Campus: Tai Po
Language streams: English. Mandarin programme for all grades.

American School Hong Kong, 6 Ma Chung Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3919 4111, [email protected], www.ashk.edu.hk

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Malvern College Hong Kong (MCHK)

Malvern College Hong Kong is a leading IB World School offering the PYP, MYP and DP curricula for pupils above the age of 5, while its preschool uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and offer a unique Forest-Beach School programme. MCHK features a state-of-the-art campus designed to nurture its pupils’ physical and emotional wellbeing while providing an inquiry-based, holistic education. The school runs a number of events throughout the year encouraging prospective families to learn about the community and the curriculum for Prep and Senior students.

Sassy Mama Tip: Want the inside scoop? Sign up for a campus tour led by MCHK’s own pupils to help you decide if this is the right choice for your kids.

Ages, Grades: 5 to 18 years, primary to upper sixth form
Curriculum: IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
Campus: Pak Shek Kok (prep to the sixth form)
Language streams: English with Mandarin classes

Malvern College Hong Kong, 3 Fo Chun Road, Pak Shek Kok, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3898 4688, [email protected], www.malverncollege.org.hk

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Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong (NAIS HK)

Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong (NAIS HK) is a through-train school celebrated for its welcoming and diverse community of over 40 nationalities. Its new Sixth Form Centre, opening August 2026, offers students a choice between A Levels and the IBDP to create flexible, personalised routes to leading universities. Via the Global Campus and exclusive partnerships with MIT, Juilliard, UNICEF and IMG Academy, pupils gain outstanding opportunities in STEAM, performing arts and athletics. The school provides a rigorous and tailored education, spanning the English National Curriculum through to IGCSE and post-16 pathways.

Sassy Mama Tip: Join NAIS HK’s Open Days on 25 March (Kwun Tong Secondary Campus), 26 March (Lam Tin Primary Campus) or 25 April (Sai Kung Early Years Campus) for a chance to see the school in action!

Ages, Grades: Ages 2 to 18 years, nursery to year 13
Curriculum: EYFS, IGCSE, IB Diploma
Campuses: Lam Tin (primary), Kwun Tong (secondary) and Sai Kung (early years)
Language streams: English with Mandarin electives

Nord Anglia International School, various locations across Hong Kong, 3958 1428, www.nordangliaeducation.com

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Stamford American School Hong Kong (SASHK)

Stamford American School Hong Kong (SASHK) offers  a vibrant learning community that mixes high American standards with a hands-on, inquiry-based approach. The school focuses on giving students choices, offering three different graduation pathways — including the full IB Diploma — to make sure every student is academically and socially prepared for top-tier universities. SASHK has also recently undergone a massive renovation, complete with a sleek new West Kowloon Campus specifically for high schoolers, designed as a modern hub for innovation and independence. Beyond ensuring academic excellence, the school specialises in building character, aiming to graduate well-rounded, compassionate young adults who are truly ready for the real world.

Sassy Mama Tip: Join SASHK’s Lower Elementary Discovery Visit (a guided tour and 40-minute small-group session in the Learning Lab) on the last Wednesday or Thursday of each month from February to May 2026!

Ages, Grades: Ages 5 to 18 years, pre-primary to grade 12
Curriculum: American standards-based curriculum, IB Diploma
Campus: Kowloon
Language streams: English with Mandarin and/or Spanish classes.

Stamford American School Hong Kong, 25 Man Fuk Road, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, Hong Kong
SASHK West Kowloon Campus, 2/F, Imperial Cullinan, 10 Hoi Fai Road, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, 2500 8688, [email protected], www.sais.edu.hk

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Singapore International School (SIS)

SIS has two campus locations and a student body of around 1,300 students, many of whom are either from Hong Kong or Singapore. SIS has a high academic reputation with consistently high IB scores.

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, preparatory to secondary
Curriculum: Adapted, IGCSE, IB Diploma
Campuses: Aberdeen (Prep and Primary), Wong Chuk Hang (Secondary)
Language streams: English with Mandarin programmes

Singapore International School (Aberdeen), 23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, 2872 0266, [email protected]

Singapore International School (Wong Chuk Hang), 2 Police School Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 2919 6966, [email protected], www.singapore.edu.hk

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The International Montessori School (IMS)

IMS is an accredited bilingual Montessori school with four Hong Kong locations. Nurturing independence and a lifelong love of learning, IMS now offers a seamless journey from toddler years to middle school. Its proven track record prepares confident, curious graduates for success at top international secondary schools and beyond.

Ages, Grades: Ages 1 to 14 years, Foundation to Middle School
Curriculum: Montessori
Campuses: Mid-Levels, South Horizons, Stanley and Aldrich Bay
Language streams: English and Mandarin

IMS, various locations across Hong Kong, 2772 2468, [email protected], www.ims.edu.hk

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Canadian International School (CDNIS)

CDNIS is a diverse school with students of over 40 nationalities. It offers the IB curriculum as well as credits towards an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) which begins in Grade 9. CDNIS is certified by both the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, early years 1 to high school
Curriculum: PYP, MYP, IB Diploma, Ontario HSD
Campus: Aberdeen
Language streams: English, Mandarin, and French.

Canadian International School, 36 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, 2525 7088, [email protected], www.cdnis.edu.hk

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English Schools Foundation (ESF)

ESF is an international school organisation that has 22 different school locations in Hong Kong. There are around 18,000 students between these schools with over 75 different nationalities represented. ESF schools offer location-based catchment area allocations for students.

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 18 years, early years to secondary
Curriculum: PYP & IB MYP or IGCSE & IB Diploma or Applied Learning Pathway
Campuses: 22 locations across Hong Kong
Language streams: English with bilingual options in Mandarin.

English Schools Foundation, various locations across Hong Kong, 2574 2351, [email protected], www.esf.edu.hk

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Chinese International School (CIS)

One of the most reputed international schools in Hong Kong, CIS is known for its bilingual English-Mandarin programme. It has around 1,500 students from over 30 different nationalities. CIS also offers unique sporting options for its students.

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, early years to secondary
Curriculum: Adapted curriculum, MYP, IB Diploma
Campus: Braemar Hill
Language streams: English and Mandarin

Chinese International School, 1 Hau Yuen Path, Braemar Hill, Hong Kong, 2512 5988, [email protected], www.cis.edu.hk

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Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK)

Located in Kowloon Tong, AISHK is an all-through school that offers the Australian curriculum with IB diploma options as an alternative. AISHK boasts a variety of sporting and non-sporting activities as well as a gorgeous rooftop aquatic centre.

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, kindergarten to secondary
Curriculum: New South Wales High School Curriculum, IB Diploma
Campus: Kowloon Tong
Language streams: English. Mandarin classes are compulsory for Reception to Year 6. French elective classes are also available.

Australian International School, 3A Norfolk Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2304 6078, [email protected], www.aishk.edu.hk

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Victoria Shanghai School (VSA)

A long-standing international school that opened in 1965, VSA is accredited by both the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). VSA uses the IB programme and has a mainly local student body. VSA has a high academic standing with IB scores consistently over the global average.

Ages, Grades: Ages 5 to 18 years, year 1 to year 12
Curriculum: PYP, MYP, IB Diploma
Campuses: Aberdeen
Language streams: English and Mandarin for primary, English for Secondary (with Mandarin classes)

Victoria Shanghai School, 19 Shum Wan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, 3402 1000, www.vsa.edu.hk

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American International School (AIS)

AIS originated in 1986 as a means of helping students prepare for universities in the US. This through-school offers the American curriculum and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 18 years, early childhood 1 to high school
Curriculum: American curriculum, American High School Diploma
Campus: Kowloon Tong
Language streams: English. Mandarin classes are compulsory from early childhood 1 to grade 8. French and Spanish elective classes are also offered.

American International School, 125 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2336 3812, [email protected], www.ais.edu.hk

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Discovery Bay International School

Discovery Bay International is an accredited school by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Discovery Bay is a high-achieving school with a British curriculum and quality sporting facilities.

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 18 years, early years to secondary
Curriculum: Adapted English National Curriculum, IGCSE, A-Levels
Campus: Discovery Bay
Language streams: English. Mandarin classes with French and Spanish elective classes.

Discovery Bay International School, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, 2987 7331, [email protected], www.dbis.edu.hk

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Hong Kong International School (HKIS)

An American all-through school, HKIS was founded in 1966 by the Lutheran church. HKIS is one of Hong Kong’s largest international schools with the majority of its graduates going on to American universities.

Ages, Grades: Ages 4 to 18 years, reception to grade 12
Curriculum: American Curriculum
Campuses: Tai Tam, Repulse Bay
Language streams: English and Mandarin

Hong Kong International School (Tai Tam Campus), 1 Red Hill Road, Tai Tam, Hong Kong, 3149 7000

Hong Kong International School (Repulse Bay Campus), 23 South Bay Close, Hong Kong, 2812 5000, [email protected], www.hkis.edu.hk

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Japanese International School (JIS)

Relatively small compared to other international schools, JIS has around 170 students. It started in 1997 and has been an accredited PYP/IB school since 2007.

Ages, Grades: Ages 3 to 12 years, early years to primary
Curriculum: PYP, IB
Campus: Tai Po
Language streams: English with Mandarin and Japanese language classes.

Japanese International School, 4663 Tai Po Road ,Tai Po Kau, Tai Po, Hong Kong, 2834 3531, [email protected], www.es.jis.edu.hk

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Yew Cheung International School (YCIS)

Yew Chung International School (YCIS) has been a pioneer in providing quality bilingual education to Hong Kong learners for over 90 years. With an emphasis on both Eastern and Western cultures, YCIS offers comprehensive education programmes from early childhood up through primary and secondary, and with campuses around China and the United States, YCIS prepares its students to become competitive and global-minded individuals.

Ages, Grades: From 6 months to 18 years old
Curriculum: IGCSE, IB Diploma
Campuses: Kowloon Tong, Tsueng Kwan O
Language Streams: English and Chinese

Yew Cheung International School (YCIS), 3 To Fuk Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2338 7106, [email protected], www.ycis-hk.com

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Special Needs Schools In Hong Kong

If your young learner has special needs, you may want to look for international schools that are inclusive or have special needs support and instruction.

• Aoi Pui School — aoipuischool.hk
• Hong Kong International Learning Academy (HKILA) — www.studyhkila.edu.hk
• Jockey Club Sarah Roe School — www.jcsrs.edu.hk
• The International Christian School — www.ics.edu.hk

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More International Schools In Hong Kong

• • Anfield School — www.anfield.com.hk
  • Carmel School Hong Kong — www.carmel.edu.hk
  • Discovery Montessori Schools — www.montessori-ami.edu.hk
  • DSC International School (Delia School of Canada) — www.dsc.edu.hk
  • Guidepost Montessori — www.guidepost.hk
  • Island Children’s Montessori School and Kindergarten — www.icms.edu.hk
  • International College Hong Kong — www.ichk.edu.hk
  • ISF — www.isf.edu.hk
  • Island Christian Academy — www.islandca.edu.hk
  • Kingston International School — www.kingston.edu.hk
  • Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong — www.lpcuwc.edu.hk
  • Oxbridge British School — www.oxbridgeschool.hk

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