Most people assume it is expensive to attend international school in Hong Kong. This is not always the case. There are different options to families – affordable schools with no debenture, capital levy, mid-range schools and those that are more high-end. 

In previous posts, we have talked about the importance of attending information sections and how to prepare for assessments and how foreign passports can provide priority for entry. For many families, cost is a significant factor when choosing the school. On average an international school charges $160,000 per annum, mid-range schools cost $200,000-$250,000 per annum whereas the most expensive schools charge up from 250,000 to $330,000 per annum, not including extra added costs including annual capital levy, school camps, extra-curricular activities, music lessons etc. 

Some affordable international schools include: 

– DSC International School 

– English Schools Foundation (ESF) schools

– Guidepost Montessori Academy of Innovation Primary School

– HKCA Po Leung Kuk School

– Invictus School 

– Kiangsu Chekiang International School (KCIS)

– Korean International School (KIS)

– Norwegian International School (NIS)

Mid-range schools include: 

– Australian International School (AISHK)

– Harrow International School

– International Montessori School (IMS)

– Kellett School

– Nord Anglia International School (NAIS)

– Stamford American International School (SAIS)

High-end schools include: 

– Chinese International School (CIS) 

– German Swiss International School (GSIS)

– Hong Kong International School (HKIS)

– Yew Chung International School (YCIS)  

Many of these schools also offer financial aid and scholarship programs to deserving families. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us.