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This page is compiled by the Education Bureau based on voluntary contributions by the schools and their return to the annual enrolment survey conducted by the Education Bureau.  Any enquiries should be addressed to the schools direct.

SCHOOL NAME:ISLAND SCHOOL

https://island.edu.hk




                                 About ESF

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.
 
There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. 

Island School

At ESF Island School we do something different. Our focus is on igniting a passion for learning in every student. We encourage students to problem solve, question and think creatively with new concepts and ideas. Students are encouraged to become resourceful, adaptable and confident learners.
 
Island School students come from all over the world, and central to our international heritage is the celebration and understanding of each others’ cultures. Students learn to care for each other, for the environment and for other people through our rich co-curricular programme and the family atmosphere of the House system.
 
Our academic record is excellent with students going on to many of the foremost universities and colleges in the world.
 
In the senior years students can choose to study International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, IB Careers-related and Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) programmes. Island School prepares students for these qualifications with a broad-based middle school curriculum including the IB Middle Years Programme and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education examinations (IGCSEs) and a wide range of exciting options in our unique Futures curriculum. Our aim is to help students develop a passion for learning in a range of areas, whether it be law or robotics and coding or music production.
  
Our new Borrett Road campus opened in August 2022. The campus facilities are some of the best in Hong Kong including: a fully equipped fitness centre, a double size sports hall, a swimming pool, a senior learning centre, a 600 seat theatre space and maker-spaces, plus breathtaking views of the city.






								

Contact details

20 BORRETT ROAD, MID-LEVELS

Email:

school@online.island.edu.hk

Tel: 25247135
Fax: 28401673

Level

Age of students

Primary medium of instruction

Places
offered

Year of establishment

ESF Secondary

11-18

English

1,236

1967

School fees (HKD)  2023/24 school year

145,400-167,100  MORE
Operating Classes Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 Y12 Y13
Annual School Fees in HK$ 167,100 167,100 145,400 145,400 145,400 152,900 152,900
Age 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

Accreditation (Year of last review)

District

Status

Curriculum

  1. International Baccalaureate Organisation (2012),
  2. BTEC (2014),
  3. Council of International Schools (2016),
  4. Western Association of Schools and Colleges (2011)

Central & Western District

Non-profit making

In the younger years students study the IB Middle Years Programme which leads on to the IGCSE exams. In the senior years students can choose the IB Careers Programme or the IB Diploma Programme.

Special arrangement for incoming families

It is possible for online applications to be submitted for admissions to ESF while families are overseas and before relocation to Hong Kong. The ESF introduced the Nomination Rights scheme in November 2012 to facilitate any family wishing to ‘fast track’ on a school’s wait list. Corporate Nominees gain first priority for admissions. Individual Nomination Rights Nominees will gain a priority behind siblings. All applicants are required to satisfy our entry requirements for admissions. Please refer to the ESF website for details: http://www.esf.edu.hk/esf-nomination-rights

Support for students with special education needs Financial assistance / scholarship Facilities for hire

Learning Support Centre for students with moderate learning difficulties

ESF’s Financial Assistance Scheme is available for families who have encountered “sudden and unexpected” change of circumstances during the period of 12 months immediately prior to date of application.

Please contact the school for further details.