Australian International School Hong Kong vs Victoria Shanghai Academy

	A Australian International School Hong Kong Hong Kong	V Victoria Shanghai Academy Hong Kong
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HK$148,800 - 252,800	Fees / year HK$181,200 - 255,600
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Australian Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,200	Pupils 2,000
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 21
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1995	Opened 2004
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK) is situated in the residential district of Kowloon Tong. The campus is a short walk from Kowloon Tong MTR Station (Exit E) and is close to a major transport interchange with buses and taxis. The setting provides both accessibility and a quieter neighbourhood environment, making it convenient for families from across Hong Kong.	Location Victoria Shanghai Academy (VSA) is located at 19 Shum Wan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, adjacent to Aberdeen Harbour. The campus lies in the southern part of Hong Kong Island, roughly a 15‑minute walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station (Exit B). Buses and minibuses stop nearby at a public transport terminus about five minutes’ walk from the school.
Stages	Stages The school is divided into Early Years (Reception and Preparatory), Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–10), and Senior Secondary (Years 11–12). In the final two years, students choose either the NSW Higher School Certificate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).	Stages The school offers curriculum from Primary (PYP) through Middle Years (MYP) to Diploma Programme (DP).
School type	School type AISHK is a co-educational, day school with around 1,200 students. The school does not offer boarding facilities.	School type VSA is a day school with no boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Support is provided through the Learning Enrichment Centre (LEC), which assists students across Primary and Secondary who can access mainstream classes with minimal support. The school also offers in-class English language support for students who have sufficient English to follow the curriculum.	Additional learning support VSA states that it is “sensitive to students’ individual needs” and provides support for those with language or learning needs, physical or medical conditions, or social, emotional, and behavioural issues.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school follows the Australian curriculum up to Year 10 and offers the NSW HSC alongside the IB Diploma in Senior Secondary. It also runs on the Australian academic year (January to December).	Country affiliation The school does not have any country affiliation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation AISHK is non-denominational and has no religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school day begins at 8:15am. For Primary, Reception ends at 2:45pm and Years 3–6 at 2:50pm. Secondary students finish at 3:30pm Monday–Thursday and 3:00pm on Friday, following extra-curricular activities.	School day structure School hours are Monday to Friday, 8:25 am to 3:40 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details AISHK provides a comprehensive bus service covering a wide range of routes across Hong Kong. Many students use the service daily, though families also make use of the convenient Kowloon Tong MTR and nearby transport hubs. The school notes that its community comes from diverse districts, not just Kowloon side.	Bus service details VSA provides a school bus service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees A one-time Application Fee of HKD 1,500 is required for all new applications and is non-refundable. If an assessment is required, an additional Assessment Fee of HKD 500 per student applies. Families wishing to remain on the waitlist for another year must pay an Application Renewal Fee of HKD 500. Reservation & Capital Levy A Reservation Deposit of HKD 25,000 is payable upon acceptance of an offer. This is credited to tuition on commencement and is refundable only if cancellation is made within seven days of payment. An annual Capital Levy of HKD 21,840 per student is billed at the start of each academic year. Tuition Fees (Per Year) Reception: HKD 148,800 Preparatory – Year 6: HKD 173,800 Years 7 – 10: HKD 200,500 Years 11 – 12 (HSC): HKD 210,400 Years 11 – 12 (IBDP): HKD 252,800 Fees may also be paid by term: three equal instalments (e.g., HKD 37,200 per term in Reception) or by 10 monthly Autopay instalments (February–November). Additional Fees The school notes costs such as uniforms and optional activities are charged separately. No information on textbook or examination fees is publicly provided. Transportation Fees AISHK operates a school bus service with multiple routes across Hong Kong. Fees are invoiced directly by the provider, and arrangements vary by route. Sibling Discount A 10% discount is applied to the third child and any subsequent siblings, calculated from the youngest child upwards. Refund Policy One full term’s written notice (three months) is required for withdrawals. Without sufficient notice, one term’s fees are charged. For mid-year withdrawals, the full year’s capital levy remains payable. Payment Options Credit card: accepted only for the Application Fee. Bank transfer / Autopay: required for tuition, capital levy, and other school fees.	Fee details Primary Years Programme (Years 1–5) The annual tuition fee for Year 1 is HK$181,200, payable in 10 installments. Middle Years Programme (Years 6–10) Year 6 tuition fee is HK$200,700, payable in 10 installments. Year 7 tuition fee is HK$203,700, payable in 10 installments. Year 8 tuition fee is HK$203,700, payable in 10 installments. Year 9 tuition fee is HK$205,400, payable in 10 installments. Year 10 tuition fee is HK$205,400, payable in 10 installments. Diploma Programme (Years 11–12) Year 11 tuition fee is HK$255,600, payable in 10 installments. Year 12 tuition fee is HK$255,600, payable in 9 installments. Other Fees Refundable Capital Levy: A one-off payment required from all parents of newly admitted students (Years 1–11), unless holding a debenture. Miscellaneous Fees: May include costs for field trips, online learning licenses, and learning materials. CAS Trips: Fees apply for compulsory local or overseas Creativity, Activity, Service trips. Technology Requirement: Students from Years 7 to 12 must purchase their own Apple MacBook through an authorised reseller or the school’s partnered vendor. Refund Policy For the Capital Levy (the one-off payment by non-debenture holders), the Capital Levy Agreement states that if a parent withdraws the student before school starts or the student does not attend, no refund of the Capital Levy will be made. Partial refunds are possible under certain conditions: after the student completes the first term, HK$30,000 of the Capital Levy is refunded; the remaining HK$30,000 is refunded either at graduation from secondary school or upon early withdrawal with at least 45 school days’ notice. Payment Method The school does not have their payment method publicly available.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school is a co-educational day school; no boarding is offered.	Boarding arrangements The school is a private independent, non-denominational, co-educational day school; there are no boarding facilities.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required. Uniform items can be purchased online; an on-campus Uniform Shop provides fittings and purchases by appointment; there is an off-campus Uniform Shop in Lai Chi Kok.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunch is pre-ordered for Reception to Year 6; Secondary students can purchase lunch using an Octopus card; Asia Pacific Catering will provide catering from January 2026.	Food options The school operates a cafeteria, cafe and kiosks. Chartwells PLC runs the catering. The main cafeteria has an on-site kitchen and provides freshly cooked breakfasts, snacks and lunches, with a Quality Assurance Manager and dietician ensuring hygiene and nutritional value.
House system	House system The school uses a House System. The four houses are Eucalypt, Jacaranda, Waratah, and Wattle.	House system There is a house system with House Captains; students participate in house leadership roles.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by the Australian International School Foundation Limited (AISFL), a charitable status body; the AISFL Board includes permanent representation from key Australian organizations in Hong Kong.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a School Board (Board of Directors) with an Executive Director of the Academy. It is a private independent, non-denominational day school formed by the University of Shanghai Alumni Association and Victoria Education Organization.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK) follows the Australian curriculum from Reception through Year 10. Teaching is organised into subject areas based on the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) Key Learning Areas, covering English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Technology, Creative Arts, and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. From Year 7 onwards, students also access a range of electives that prepare them for senior study. In Years 11 and 12, students may choose between two pathways: the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (HSC) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Mandarin is taught daily in Primary, with Chinese and French offered as language pathways in Secondary, leading to HSC or IB qualifications. The school year follows the Australian academic calendar, beginning in late January and ending in mid-December.	Curriculum details Victoria Shanghai Academy delivers a through‑train IB curriculum offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). In primary years (Years 1–5), the curriculum is inquiry‑based around six transdisciplinary themes (e.g. Who We Are, How the World Works, etc.). Teachers design units of inquiry that cross subject boundaries, integrating literacy, mathematics, science, social studies and expressive arts. In secondary school, the MYP is organised around global contexts and concept‑based learning, with eight subject groups and “Approaches to Learning” that develop skills across disciplines. Students engage in inquiry, reflection, and connection of traditional subjects to real‑world contexts. For IB Diploma (Years 11–12), VSA students take the full IB programme recognised by universities globally. The school also emphasises bilingualism: primary is bilingual in English and Putonghua; secondary instruction is primarily English complemented by a strong Chinese programme.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning AISHK uses the PROSPER framework, an evidence-based model from the field of positive psychology, as the basis for social and emotional learning. This framework is embedded in both Primary and Secondary through homeroom check-ins, year-level wellbeing lessons, and health and fitness classes. Primary students also follow the “You Can Do It” program, which supports the development of social and emotional skills in an age-appropriate way. Peer support and buddy systems are part of the school culture, helping students across year groups. Cybersafety awareness and cross-school activities are also highlighted as part of wellbeing education.	Social & emotional learning Through its IB framework, VSA incorporates “Service as Action”, CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service), and student‑initiated action programmes, which engage students in social responsibility, reflection, empathy, and collaborative learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) AISHK provides support through its Learning Enrichment Centre (LEC), which assists students across both Primary and Secondary. The school states that it accepts students who are able to access the mainstream classroom with minimal support, with admissions decisions guided by specialist reports where applicable. SEN support is not specialised, and the school does not define specific categories of needs it caters for. Placement and provisions are determined on an individual basis in consultation with families and staff. AISHK is not a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) VSA asks for psychoeducational assessments in order to provide appropriate support for learners with special educational, behavioural, or emotional needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language AISHK provides in-class EAL support for students who have sufficient English to engage with the curriculum. The school emphasises that bilingual and multilingual learners are valued and links language support to student identity and wellbeing. For Secondary entry, students whose first language is not English may be required to complete the AEAS test as part of admissions. The website does not provide detail on pull-out programmes or specialist EAL classes.	English as an additional language The school does not have publicly available information on their EAL.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing provision at AISHK is guided by PROSPER and complemented by access to counselling services. The school highlights the role of daily homeroom sessions, peer and buddy programs, and structured wellbeing lessons. Secondary staff have completed Youth Mental Health First Aid training, which is refreshed periodically. Guidance on mental wellbeing is also shared with parents through school communications and psychologist input. Cyber-safety awareness and structured orientation support for new students form part of mental health initiatives.	Mental wellbeing VSA has student services infrastructure, including counselling roles. For example, a person listed as an SEL (Social Emotional Learning) Coordinator is a school counsellor for students from Year 5 to 12. The school also runs broad student services (health, transit, etc.), and uses its co‑curricular programmes to balance academic pressure.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The AISHK website highlights wellbeing and counselling structures but does not publicly share a standalone child protection or safeguarding policy. Families are directed to contact the school directly for full policy documentation. As such, no additional safeguarding details are publicly disclosed.	Safeguarding Victoria Shanghai Academy (VSA) outlines a clear safeguarding framework. The school adheres to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and follows international child protection guidance from the International Task Force on Child Protection. VSA incorporates child safeguarding in its recruitment processes, ensuring safe hiring practices. It also implements access control measures such as requiring alumni visitors to be accompanied by staff.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy View document
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus is a modern, well-equipped learning environment. It includes a 25-meter indoor swimming pool, a Green Roof used as a living classroom, and a 200-meter running track. There are two full-sized gyms and a 2,000-square-metre soccer pitch. Nine dining outlets service hot meals throughout the day, and the campus houses two laboratories and four art studios and workshops. The on-site library contains about 100,000 books and the campus is minutes from Kowloon Tong MTR Station.	Facilities overview Victoria Shanghai Academy is located at 19 Shum Wan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, beside Aberdeen Harbour. The school serves over 2,100 students aged 6 to 18 and offers an IB continuum with PYP, MYP and DP. The Primary Programme provides English and Putonghua bilingual education, while the Secondary Programme is delivered in English with a strong Chinese programme. A campus expansion project introduces state-of-the-art facilities to support learning and growth. The Dr Maggie Koong Performing Arts Centre is part of the campus, and a virtual tour is available to explore facilities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities There is a 25-meter indoor swimming pool on campus. There are two full-sized gyms and a 200-meter running track. The soccer pitch is 2,000 square metres. The facilities support a broad sports program with PDHPE from Reception to Year 12 and opportunities to compete locally and internationally. An extensive range of extra-curricular sport includes AFL (Auskick), athletics, aquathon, basketball, cricket, cross country, netball, rugby, soccer, swimming, touch rugby, volleyball and mini ball games.	Sports facilities Sport teams and competitions are offered. Swimming galas are part of the athletic program. The Learning Beyond The Classroom program includes sport teams and competitions. The school participates in regional and international competitions as part of student development.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Two laboratories support science teaching. There are four art studios and workshops, a CAD/CAM suite with laser cutters and 3D printers, and an IT suite with a makerspace. A specialist library and collaboration room support research and study, along with a dedicated food technology classroom. The school teaches the Australian Curriculum and provides NSW HSC or the International Baccalaureate Diploma as senior pathways.	Academic facilities The school libraries are central to learning and host a collection of more than 100,000 items in English and Chinese. The library supports IB-related projects, including the PYP Exhibition, MYP Personal Project and DP Extended Essay. The school runs a 1:1 MacBook Programme for the MYP and DP. Digital literacy is supported through wireless connectivity and a high ratio of iPads, desktops and laptops in every classroom. Digital literacy coaches work with students and staff in classrooms and the ICT Hub, and digital portfolios evidence learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school offers over 80 varied Extra Curricular Activities. Most ECAs are on-campus and coordinated by AISHK staff and external vendors. ECAs span sports, arts and technology, and service learning. Activity Week and Camps are part of the ECA program. The ECAs are designed to promote achievement, teamwork and friendships.	Extra curricular facilities VSA provides abundant learning opportunities beyond the school. CAS Week Trips, Camps, Environmental Groups, Field Trips, and House Days are offered. International Schools Theatre Association Activities, Model United Nations, Musical Groups and Competitions, and Project Week are available. The program includes Regional and International Competitions, Science Groups and Competitions, Speech Festivals, Sport Teams and Competitions, and Swimming Galas.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK) was established in 1995 to serve the needs of expatriate and local families seeking an Australian-style education. The school is governed by the Australian International School Foundation Limited (AISFL), a not-for-profit body with representation from major Australian organisations in Hong Kong. It has grown from its early beginnings into a full Reception-to-Year 12 school, offering pathways to both the NSW Higher School Certificate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The school operates on the Australian academic year, running from late January to December.	History Victoria Shanghai Academy traces its roots to the Victoria Educational Organisation (VEO), founded in 1965, with the aim of offering bilingual education in Hong Kong. In 1984, the first primary school (C.S. Victoria English Primary) was established, and over time the institution evolved, relocated, and expanded, culminating in the establishment of VSA as a through‑train (primary to secondary) bilingual IB school. In 2012, VSA became a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS).
Community	Community The AISHK community is known for its strong parent, teacher, and student involvement in school life. Regular events such as assemblies, cultural celebrations, and performances allow families to engage with student learning. Service learning initiatives connect the school with the wider Hong Kong community, encouraging students to participate in charitable and sustainability-focused activities.	Community VSA fosters a bilingual, international community. Many families, staff, and students come from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The school’s vision emphasizes engaging parents, staff, and students collaboratively. The school maintains a Whole School Management Committee that includes leadership from various domains, enhancing transparency and parent involvement in school governance. The school hosts communications such as the VSA Pulse newsletter and public messages from leadership to keep the community informed and connected.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The AISHK PTA plays an active role in building connections between families and the school. It supports events such as the Annual Fair, which brings together students, staff, and parents for community activities, and also helps organise seasonal celebrations and fundraising initiatives. The PTA facilitates opportunities for parents to volunteer in both classroom and extracurricular settings. It also contributes to welcoming new families, helping them adjust to school life and the local community. In addition, the PTA provides a channel for parent voices to be shared with school leadership, supporting collaboration on school development.	Parent teacher association The school does have a Parent‑Teacher Association. It also engages parents through the Whole School Management Committee and publishes periodic newsletters, indicating regular parent‑school interaction.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school serves Reception to Year 12 and follows the Australian curriculum. In Primary, ACARA is used; in Years 7–10 the NSW standards framework with eight Key Learning Areas is taught. In senior years, students choose between the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The Australian academic year runs from January to December.	Academic & intellectual Victoria Shanghai Academy is a through-train IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme to develop students holistically through inquiry-based learning. The Primary Years Programme is taught bilingually in English and Putonghua, while Secondary is delivered in English with a strong Chinese programme. The IB framework at VSA emphasizes the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning to foster inquiry, critical thinking and lifelong learning. The school serves about 2,000 students aged 6 to 18, with a teacher–student ratio of 1:10 and a faculty representing 19 nationalities; more than 400 university offers have been made to recent graduates, with about 61% of those offers coming from the world's top 100 universities.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts are delivered through Performing Arts (music and drama) and Creative Industries (visual arts, IT, product design, and food technology). Music is taught as a core subject from Reception to Year 8 and as an elective from Years 9 to 12; Drama is an elective from Years 9 to 12. The campus includes two art studios and workshops, plus a CAD/CAM suite, an IT suite and makerspace for creative work. Visual Arts is mandatory in Years 7–8, elective in Years 9–10, and can be studied for HSC or IB in Years 11–12.	Arts & creative VSA offers a broad range of arts and creative activities through co-curricular clubs and programs, including Campus TV and Film Clubs, Creative and Visual Arts Clubs, Chinese Cultural and Music Programmes, Technology, Robotics and Coding Clubs, Entrepreneurial and Economics & Business Clubs, and Drama, Music Ensembles and Stage Management Clubs. The school provides exhibitions and performances such as Christmas and Chinese New Year Shows, the Whole School Musical, Grade Level Showcases and Secondary Theatre, Music Evenings, and Visual Arts Week and Exhibitions. All Diploma Programme students participate in the CAS (Creativity, Activity & Service) programme, and the school hosts a dedicated Dr Maggie Koong Performing Arts Centre for performances and events.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school hosts students from multiple nationalities, with representation of 25 nationalities among its student body. The community is described as inclusive and multicultural.	Cultural & language The Primary Years Programme operates with dual-language immersion, with two class teachers—one for Mandarin Chinese and one for English—for Years 1–5. In the Middle Years Programme, instruction is in English with Chinese Language and Literature and Chinese as Additional Language options, and all MYP students take both English Language and Literature and Chinese Language and Literature. Additional language options in the MYP include Chinese Additional Language, English for Academic Purposes and Language Acquisition in French or Spanish. In the Diploma Programme, students take two or three languages and are expected to enrol in both English and Chinese Language and Literature, with French or Spanish available as options.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school offers over 80 Extracurricular Activities, coordinated by staff and external vendors. ECAs foster achievement, teamwork and friendships and are largely on‑campus. The program provides a broad range of activities across on‑campus and outside experiences.	Social & hobbies VSA provides extensive social and hobby opportunities through its co-curricular program and CAS activities. On-campus sports facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium and multiple outdoor courts, with participation in HKSSF and ISSFHK competitions. Students can engage in Campus TV and Film, Creative and Visual Arts, Chinese Cultural and Music programmes, robotics and coding clubs, entrepreneurial and business clubs, and drama and music ensembles. Leadership and teamwork are fostered through a wide range of clubs and activities beyond academics.
Community & service	Community & service Service learning is a key component of the school experience. The House System supports house‑based service learning and charity initiatives, with students fundraising and engaging in social change projects. The YES Club (Youth Experiencing Service) and the Activity Week programme involve community service and charitable work.	Community & service PYP emphasises action with local and overseas charity involvement. MYP centers on service as action and community engagement, encouraging long-term, sustainable service. DP CAS requires students to undertake creative, physical and service projects across local, national and international contexts. Service opportunities include Uniform Groups, AnimalsAsia Club, Caritas Service Club, Global Issues Club, UNICEF Club and local charities, as well as student-led initiatives such as the Victorian student newspaper and various charity committees.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The House System fosters leadership opportunities across year levels in sport, the arts, student leadership and community service. Students are encouraged to take leadership roles within ECAs and school life. Parent and alumni involvement also supports leadership development within the school community.	Leadership & professional Student leadership is a core part of VSA, with ample opportunities for students of all ages to develop leadership skills. Roles include Student Council, Prefects, House Captains, Team Captains, student-run CAS Clubs and student-run publications, as well as Uniform Groups. These positions help students build confidence, problem-solving and communication abilities, and some students have achieved notable recognitions such as awards for outstanding student contributions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is central to AISHK, with a wellbeing programme supporting physical health, emotional resilience and social skills. The PROSPER framework anchors wellbeing practices across Primary and Secondary. The wellbeing program includes a year‑level wellbeing curriculum, daily homeroom check‑ins, health and fitness lessons, peer support, counselling, cybersafety awareness and buddy programmes.	Lifestyle & wellbeing VSA supports sports and physical well-being through on-campus facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium and various outdoor courts, with active participation in school sports competitions. The co-curricular program includes a broad range of activities from sports such as football, rugby, basketball, volleyball, swimming, track and field, to racket sports and more, with continued emphasis on balance and well-being as part of the IB learner profile.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches English and Chinese. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to help students thrive, and students are encouraged to maintain their home languages. In Secondary, classes for English, Mathematics and Chinese are streamed to allow students to learn with peers at similar skill levels. The school values bilingual and multilingual learners and supports maintaining home languages as part of the language program.	Language provision English and Chinese (Putonghua) are core languages across the programmes. In the Primary Years Programme, there is dual-language immersion with two teachers (Mandarin and English). In the Middle Years Programme, English Language and Literature and Chinese Language and Literature are taught, with Chinese Additional Language and a third language option. In the Diploma Programme, students take two or three languages, typically including English and Chinese, with potential study of French or Spanish.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school provides a bilingual education in the Primary Section in English and Putonghua. The Secondary School programmes are delivered in English and supplemented by a strong Chinese programme. Victoria Shanghai Academy is an IB World School offering the IB continuum: PYP, MYP, and DP. The school serves students aged 6 to 18.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs In the Primary Years Programme, all students have two class teachers, one Mandarin Chinese and one English, with co‑taught lessons to support dual language immersion from Years 1–5. In the Middle Years Programme, the language of instruction is English, with Chinese Language and Literature and Chinese as Additional Language classes. All MYP students are enrolled in both Chinese Language and Literature and English Language and Literature, and a third language class is selected from options including Chinese Additional Language, English for Academic Purposes, French, or Spanish. In the Diploma Programme, two or three languages are taken, which can include French or Spanish.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The AISHK website does not list any institutional awards received by the school.	Awards The school does not have publicly available information on their awards.
Accreditations	Accreditations International Baccalaureate (IB) World School: authorised to deliver the IB Diploma Programme for Years 11–12, giving students access to a globally recognised qualification. New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA): registered to deliver the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC), ensuring students can graduate with a recognised Australian qualification.	Accreditations IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP) VSA is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation to offer the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. This allows students to follow a structured, internationally recognised curriculum from early years through secondary school. NEASC Accreditation The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC). This US-based accreditation ensures that VSA meets recognised international standards for school governance, teaching, and student support. CIS Accreditation VSA also holds accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS). This confirms that the school meets global benchmarks in areas such as curriculum design, safeguarding, leadership, and ongoing school improvement.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application submission Families begin by completing the online application form on the AISHK website. Supporting documents include a copy of the child’s birth certificate, passport, visa documentation, school reports for the previous two years, and any specialist reports if relevant. Applications are accepted up to two years before entry. An Application Fee must be paid at this stage. 2. Application review The Admissions Office reviews submitted documents and may request additional information. Decisions at this stage are based on available places, school reports, and, if applicable, results of assessments. For Reception and Preparatory classes, the school also considers gender balance when allocating places. Priority is given to siblings, followed by Australian and New Zealand passport holders. 3. Assessment and interview Depending on year level and background, applicants may be required to sit an assessment or interview. Reception and Preparatory candidates participate in a play-based group assessment, while applicants from Years 1–11 complete written assessments aligned with the Australian curriculum. Students from non-English-speaking backgrounds may need to provide AEAS test results to demonstrate their English readiness. 4. Offer of place Successful applicants receive a formal Letter of Offer by email. To secure the place, families must pay the Reservation Deposit within the specified timeframe. The Reservation Deposit is credited to tuition upon commencement, subject to the school’s refund policy. 5. Confirmation and enrolment The Head of Primary or Head of Secondary formally approves the admission. At this stage, families are provided with joining information, orientation details, and school policies. Students then prepare to start in line with the Australian academic year (January–December).	Admissions 1. Online Application Submission Parents can apply through the VSA online application portal, uploading photo ID, birth certificate or passport, and previous two years’ academic reports of their children. 2. Payment of Application Fee A non‑refundable and non‑transferable application fee of HKD 2,000 is required upon submission to initiate the review process. 3. Document Verification and Review Applications with missing documents will be held pending complete submission. If documents are not submitted within one month, the application is considered withdrawn. 4. Assessment / Interview Candidates undergo assessments (e.g. for English, mathematics) and possibly interviews depending on the grade level applied for. 5. Admission Results Notification The school shares results within about one month after the assessment, or after interview. Accepted, waitlist, or declining outcomes are communicated. 6. Enrollment Procedures Once accepted, families complete enrollment formalities (sign contracts, pay fees) within the deadlines specified in the offer letter.
Scholarships	Scholarships AISHK offers Academic Scholarships for senior students. These are competitive and based on demonstrated academic excellence, with details provided directly by the Admissions Office. Families interested in scholarships are encouraged to contact the school for eligibility requirements and application timelines. The website confirms availability but does not publish specific award amounts or duration.	Scholarships VSA has a scholarship programme for both internal and external students. These scholarships cover categories including academic excellence, leadership, performance, and improvement.
Waitlist	Waitlist AISHK operates a date-based waitlist when year groups are full. Priority on the list is given to siblings of current students, followed by Australian and New Zealand passport holders, and then students of other nationalities. For Reception and Preparatory, the school also considers gender balance to ensure even class composition. Applications may be renewed annually with an Application Renewal Fee (HKD 500).	Waitlist The school does not have a waitlist.
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