Creative Secondary School vs King George V School

	C Creative Secondary School Hong Kong	K King George V School Hong Kong
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HK$173,652 - 244,642	Fees / year HK$159,400 - 181,100
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 1,950
Typical class size	Typical class size 8	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 1894
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Creative Secondary School is situated in Tseung Kwan O in Hong Kong’s New Territories. The area is well connected by MTR, bus, and minibus routes, with dedicated school bus services covering Kowloon and New Territories districts. Families relocating to Hong Kong will find the campus in a residential and educational hub that is accessible from major urban centres.	Location KGV is situated in the Homantin area of Kowloon, a well-connected neighbourhood in Hong Kong. The school is easily accessible by public transport, with nearby MTR stations and several bus and minibus routes. The website provides clear information on directions and travel options for families.
Stages	Stages CSS offers education for Forms 1–6, covering the equivalent of lower secondary to upper secondary. Forms 1–3 follow the IB Middle Years Programme framework, while senior students in Forms 4–6 may pursue either the HKDSE or the IB Diploma Programme.	Stages KGV serves secondary school students from Year 7 to Year 13, typically ages 11 to 18. The school’s structure covers lower secondary (Years 7–9), middle years (Years 10–11), and senior years (Years 12–13).
School type	School type The school is an English-medium Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) institution. It is co-educational and operates as a day school, with no boarding provision.	School type KGV is a co-educational day school. The school does not operate boarding facilities, and all students attend on a day-school basis.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix International, with over 35 cultures and backgrounds represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support CSS provides structured support for students with additional learning needs. Services include access to school-based educational psychology and speech support, small group teaching, academic counselling, and co-teaching models. The Centre for Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) also supports students requiring English language development.	Additional learning support Support for additional learning needs is provided through a Response to Intervention (RTI) framework and a pastoral care system that includes counsellors, social workers, and Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs). This structure aims to help students with a range of learning and well-being needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school does not have a formal affiliation with any particular country. It is part of the Creative Schools Continuum in Hong Kong.	Country affiliation KGV is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), an English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation The school has no stated religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school does not publish its daily timetable publicly.	School day structure The school day typically runs from 8:15 am to 3:20 pm, Monday through Friday. On Mondays, bus pick-up times differ slightly, and the Learning Resource Centre and canteen remain open for students after classes.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is available, operated by Wah Cheung Travel and Tourist Bus Co. Ltd. Routes are revised annually and currently include Tseung Kwan O, Kowloon districts such as Kwun Tong, Kowloon Bay, and Tsim Sha Tsui, and New Territories areas including Shatin and Tsuen Wan. This makes the school accessible to families living in multiple parts of Hong Kong.	Bus service details A bus service is available for students, organised through external transport providers.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition Fees (Per Year) Form 1 – Form 2: HK$173,652 (10 instalments) Form 3: HK$179,512 (10 instalments) Form 4: HK$191,997 (10 instalments) Form 5 (HKDSE): HK$197,127 (10 instalments) Form 5 (IBDP): HK$244,642 (10 instalments) Form 6 (HKDSE): HK$197,177 (8 instalments) Form 6 (IBDP): HK$244,632 (8 instalments) Billing Schedule and Payment Terms Fees are billed monthly, in 8 or 10 instalments depending on the year group. For new students joining mid-month, fees are pro-rated: * 1st–7th of the month: 100% * 8th–15th: 75% * 16th–23rd: 50% * 24th–31st: 25% If a student withdraws mid-month, the full month’s fee remains payable. Refund Policy Parents must submit a Student Withdrawal Form at least one month before the last attendance date, or one month’s fee will be charged in place of notice. For end-of-year withdrawals, notice must be given by 30 June. Library books and any borrowed equipment must be returned before departure. Financial Assistance CSS offers a Fee Remission Scheme (need-based) and a Scholarship Scheme (merit-based, covering academics, arts, STEM, leadership, and service).	Fee details Application Fees A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,800 is required for all new applicants. Once an offer is made, a refundable deposit equivalent to two months of tuition must be paid to secure the place. Half of this deposit is credited toward the first month’s tuition, and the remaining half is credited toward the final month if appropriate notice of withdrawal is given. Tuition Fees (Per Year) Years 7 – 10: HKD 181,100 Year 11: HKD 159,400 Years 12 – 13: HKD 167,600 Fees are billed in 10 equal monthly instalments and paid by direct debit. Fees are payable for any month in which a student attends classes for at least one day. Additional Fees Uniforms, stationery, and examination fees (for GCSE, IGCSE, IB, and BTEC) are billed separately. Parents may also be charged for school trips, activities, or optional services. There are no boarding or meal plan fees, as the school operates on a day-school basis. Refund Policy The application fee is non-refundable. The refundable portion of the deposit is returned once all outstanding payments are cleared and proper notice is given. Monthly tuition fees are not refunded for partial attendance or school closures. Payment Options All fees are payable through bank direct debit, as required by the English Schools Foundation. Other payment methods, such as cash or card, are not accepted.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement MY1 to F.3 wear a uniform; F.4 to F.6 wear a uniform; there are summer and winter variants. The PE uniform is colour-coded by House (six colours). Uniforms are purchased from Kam Lun Tailors Ltd.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options There is a sizeable on-site canteen with a catering service that cooks on-site, providing breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas and snacks.	Food options —
House system	House system CSS has a vertical House System with six houses named after flowering trees, each with a distinctive colour. Students and staff are assigned to a house; each house functions as a family unit with a House Tutor and has House Committees and student leadership.	House system KGV has a four-house system: Crozier (Green), Nightingale (Yellow), Rowell (Blue), Upsdell (Red). Tutor groups are organised by houses and the Inter-house Cup runs across the year with house points; House Captains are elected and there are student representatives (Year 9 and Year 10–11) supporting the House system.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The School Sponsoring Body is Creative Education Foundation Ltd. CSS is an English-medium direct subsidy (DSS) school and an IB World School; it offers HKDSE in addition to the IB Diploma. It is part of Creative Schools Continuum with CPS and CPSKG. The governing structure includes a Board of Directors and a School Management Committee; CSS Management Committee Ltd. oversees governance.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Creative Secondary School offers a secondary programme from Form 1 to Form 6. In Forms 1–3, students follow Hong Kong’s junior secondary curriculum taught through the framework of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), which emphasises inquiry-based learning across subjects. In Forms 4–6, most students prepare for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), the local university entrance qualification. From Form 5, students may alternatively opt for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with a broad range of subject choices across languages, sciences, humanities, and the arts. The school also runs CLACH (Chinese Language, Arts, Culture and History) to strengthen Chinese cultural education and the CALP (Centre for Academic Language Proficiency) to support academic English. Across all years, the Personal Growth Programme (PGP) and experiential learning activities form part of the core timetable.	Curriculum details The school follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Years 7–9, offering a broad range of subjects including languages, sciences, humanities, design, and the arts. In Years 10–11, students work toward Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE qualifications, with the option to pursue BTEC Level 2 vocational courses. In the senior years (Years 12–13), students can choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), or BTEC Level 3 qualifications. Instruction throughout the school is in English, with additional language options that include French, German, Spanish, and Chinese. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced academic and vocational pathway across all secondary levels.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Approximately 11:1
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 2026 exam results: IB Diploma – 99% pass rate, with an average score of 36.7 points; 29% achieved 40+ points and seven students achieved 45/45. GCSE/IGCSE – 95.5% of grades were 9–4/A–C, while 64.5% of Edexcel and AQA grades were 9–7 and 60% of Cambridge grades were A–A.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression 85.3% of the Class of 2025 enrolled in higher education institutions worldwide.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning CSS integrates social and emotional learning into the curriculum through its Personal Growth Programme (PGP). This programme is delivered by house tutors and external NGO speakers, with age-appropriate content tailored to each year group. The PGP is designed to build five key competences across Forms 1–6, ensuring continuity and progression in student development. Students also benefit from the house tutorial system, where teachers provide long-term guidance from entry to graduation. These structures create consistent support for students’ personal and social development.	Social & emotional learning KGV encourages students to reach out to the school’s counselling team or their Tutors for support with social, emotional, or academic challenges. The school has a group of Student Wellbeing Ambassadors who promote peer support and wellbeing across the campus. Regular wellbeing surveys are conducted to help monitor student welfare, and on-site healthcare professionals are available to assist students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides a Learning Support Programme which includes school-based educational psychology and speech therapy services, support groups, individual academic counselling, and explicit teaching or co-teaching when required. CSS is not a specialist SEN institution but does offer targeted interventions to support students with additional needs. The website does not specify the categories of SEN supported, but indicates services are delivered in collaboration with teachers and specialists.	Special educational needs (SEN) KGV does not publicly provide a detailed description of the types of Special Educational Needs it supports.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language CSS operates the Centre for Academic Language Proficiency (CALP), which provides intensive English support to students who require it. In senior forms, Academic Language Proficiency (ALP) is also offered as an elective subject in Forms 4–5 to strengthen English across different academic disciplines. These programmes are intended to help students succeed in English-medium learning across all subjects.	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme or specific EAL support services.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing CSS’s Student Development & Well-being Team works alongside the house tutorial system to support students’ overall well-being. The team’s role is described as helping students develop in and beyond the classroom, though no individual counsellor roles are listed on the public site. The PGP and house tutor system further contributes to mental well-being by offering structured guidance and continuity of care. Specific mental health services beyond these frameworks are not publicly disclosed.	Mental wellbeing KGV provides counselling services and access to self-help resources for students experiencing emotional or mental health challenges. The school also shares information about external helplines and wellbeing services for additional support outside of school hours.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The CSS website includes a section on School Policies, Plans & Reports, which references safeguarding and child protection. However, the site does not make the detailed safeguarding or child protection policies publicly accessible. Therefore, while safeguarding is acknowledged, the precise procedures and measures are not available online.	Safeguarding The school has a published Safeguarding and Wellbeing policy outlining the responsibilities of Tutors, Heads of Year, and counsellors in student care. Confidentiality is emphasised, and clear procedures are in place for students to seek help or report concerns.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy View document	Safeguarding policy View document
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview CSS has a modern, purpose-designed campus located beside Tseung Kwan O EcoPark with a sea view. It is a BYOD school with campus-wide Wi‑Fi to support inquiry-based learning. The campus is about five minutes from Hang Hau MTR by green minibus and has convenient access to other public transport. The school houses specialist facilities for science, arts and technology, including seven science laboratories with data-logging equipment, four Visual Art studios, a STEAM Education Suite, a CLACH Room, a Food Technology Centre and a Design Technology Centre with three workshops and a CAD studio. The on-site library overlooks EcoPark and Victoria Harbour, and the campus includes an on-site canteen, two roof gardens, an Astroturf multipurpose ball court, a bouldering wall and a gym.	Facilities overview The school has extensive sports facilities. The ESF provides English-medium, international education. The curriculum is international for Years 7-13. In Years 7-9, students study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). In Years 10-11, courses follow GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC; in Years 12-13, students may study the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC pathway.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two roof gardens and an Astroturf multipurpose ball court are located on the campus. The campus also includes a bouldering wall and a gym room for physical education and student well-being. The school has convenient access to top-class public facilities for athletics, swimming, soccer, cycling and more near the campus, which are regularly booked to support the PE programme.	Sports facilities Sports programs foster teamwork, discipline, and healthy, active lifestyles. Interhouse fosters identity, pride, and positive competition. Student leadership and school events support athletic and competitive activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities CSS provides specialist academic facilities for science, arts and technology. There are seven science laboratories with data-logging and digital equipment, four Visual Art studios, a STEAM Education Suite, a CLACH Room for Chinese Language and Literature, Art, Culture and History, a Food Technology Centre and a Design Technology Centre with three workshops and a CAD studio. The Arts facilities support examination courses in HKDSE and the IB Diploma for Visual Art, Theatre, Music and Film. The library is well stocked and overlooks EcoPark and the harbour, supporting study and research.	Academic facilities The school offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Years 7-9. In Years 10-11, GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC curricula are offered. In Years 12-13, students may study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC vocational pathway, with small classes capped at 16.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are supported by the school's performing arts and sports facilities. A black-box drama studio, a multi-room Music Centre and two multi-purpose rooms for dance and other activities host drama, music and dance clubs and performances. A digital recording studio and the music facilities support student media projects and music creation beyond class work. The school hall supports assemblies and larger performances. Students have access to clubs and activities across arts, technology and sport that utilize these spaces.	Extra curricular facilities The Arts department offers music concerts, art exhibitions, and other nurturing experiences. Challenge Week provides immersive, experiential learning across creative, active, and service activities. Interhouse and Student Leadership foster school identity and student involvement.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History CSS was founded in 2006, with its establishment following the creation of the Creative Schools Continuum to provide a seamless pathway from primary to secondary education. The Creative Primary School and its kindergarten began in 1985 on Oxford Road, forming the foundation of the continuum. In response to Education Commission reforms in 1999 advocating educational continuums, the sponsor applied for a site for CSS in 2000, eventually opening in Tseung Kwan O. CSS and its sibling schools are run by separate school boards and are independent in management and finance.	History KGV traces its origins to 1894, when it was first established as the Kowloon British School, Hong Kong’s first government secondary school on the Kowloon Peninsula. After being renamed the Central British School in 1936, the campus was heavily damaged during World War II and reopened in 1946. The school adopted its current name, King George V School, in 1948 to mark its renewed post-war beginning. Since 1979, KGV has been part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), which oversees governance, staffing, and curriculum standards across its network of international schools in Hong Kong.
Community	Community The CSS community hosts regular events and cultural programmes, such as joint anniversary celebrations, online art exhibitions, and creative showcases. Arts exhibitions (HKDSE & IBDP), winter arts showcases, and cross-school exhibitions are featured in the News & Events calendar. The community also values the notion of an “inviting school” culture and integrates experiential learning, house systems, and student leadership activities to build relationships within the school.	Community KGV has an active and diverse school community that emphasizes student leadership, service, and extracurricular participation. The school’s house system promotes collaboration through inter-house sports, arts, and service events. Annual community initiatives, such as charity drives and cultural activities, encourage students to engage with local organisations and celebrate shared values across different backgrounds.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The CSS PTA publishes a Chairperson’s message that emphasizes building close connections among parents, students, and the school, and organising activities to enhance understanding and communication. One of the PTA’s concrete projects is the classroom and common area refurbishing initiative, where the PTA led over 20 volunteers to upgrade furniture and learning spaces. The PTA also organizes community events: for example, the Welcome Party & “We Will Rock You” video premiere brought parents and students together with live performances and video premieres to kick off the school year. Through these efforts, the PTA acts as a bridge between parents and the school, fostering a collaborative and supportive school environment.	Parent teacher association The KGV Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) plays an important role in fostering communication and cooperation between families and the school. It organises community-building events such as seasonal fairs, fundraisers, and student socials, helping to strengthen parent involvement in school life. The PTSA also contributes to school improvement projects and supports academic and well-being initiatives through fundraising. Parent volunteers often assist in school activities and represent family interests in the School Council. This structure ensures that parents, teachers, and students have a collaborative voice in the school’s ongoing development.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers IB Middle Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme alongside the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education. A STEAM Education Suite and a Design Technology Centre support student-driven projects across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, with specialist facilities such as science laboratories and a CAD studio enabling extended inquiry. The program emphasises inquiry-based learning within its IB framework and HKDSE pathways.	Academic & intellectual The school provides a personalised, English-medium learning experience within the ESF network. Years 7-9 study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and prepare for IGCSE, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). Years 10-11 follow the British GCSE, IGCSE or BTEC curricula, with final exams and coursework typically completed in May or June of Year 11. Years 12-13 offer either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a vocational pathway centred on BTEC qualifications, with IBDP and BTEC classes capped at 16 students to maintain small, supportive classes.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school provides extensive performing and visual arts facilities, including a black-box drama studio, a Music Centre with instruments and a recording studio, and multiple Visual Art studios. A Chinese Arts & Culture Hub supports cultural activities and spaces for dance and related disciplines. The school showcases student work through productions such as Shrek Jr. The Musical.	Arts & creative The arts department provides diverse creative outlets. Students participate in music concerts, art exhibitions and other nurturing experiences that develop their talents. The program supports drama, visual arts and related creative activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school is an English-medium direct subsidy school and an IB World School. A Chinese Arts & Culture Hub is integrated on campus, supporting Chinese language and culture activities. The school values cultural identity and international-mindedness within its learning community.	Cultural & language Language Acquisition includes Chinese, French, Spanish and German. Language and Literature covers English and Chinese, with World Language and Literature also offered. The ESF network sustains a diverse, multicultural community with students from many nationalities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Students participate in regular performing arts events and other student-led activities. Open Day highlights include student-led, interactive charity booths and live performances. The campus supports a range of clubs and hobby groups through its arts- and sport-oriented community.	Social & hobbies Sports facilities and programs support teamwork, discipline, and healthy, active lifestyles. Challenge Week offers immersive, experiential learning across creative, active and service activities. The Interhouse system and student leadership roles foster identity, pride, and positive peer relationships. School events and clubs provide opportunities to engage with the wider school community.
Community & service	Community & service The Scholarship Scheme includes a Special Scholarship for Leadership & Service, indicating opportunities for leadership and community involvement. Student-led charity booths and community engagement activities are part of CSS Open Day experiences. The school's philosophy emphasises serving the wider community.	Community & service Challenge Week includes service activities as part of its immersive learning. Community Service is emphasised within ESF schools, with volunteering opportunities integrated into school life. Students participate in community service projects coordinated by KGV and its partners.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Scholarship Scheme includes General, HKDSE, IB Diploma, and Special Scholarships with Leadership & Service as a talent area, reflecting a commitment to developing student leadership and professional skills. CSS emphasises leadership development as part of its educational approach.	Leadership & professional Student leadership shapes KGV's culture through student-led initiatives and roles. The school operates a House system that fosters identity, pride, and positive competition. Student leaders collaborate with the administration to drive initiatives, events and improvements across the school. Leadership development opportunities support skills relevant to university and career pathways.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus features a bouldering wall, a gym, and an Astroturf multipurpose court, with additional indoor and outdoor sports facilities nearby for physical education and athletics. The school prioritises active engagement and student well-being within its facilities and programs.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Tutors play a vital role in supporting students' holistic development. Family Support Structure ensures open communication between students and families, with counsellors and tutors providing personalised support. Well-being is promoted and integrated into daily school life, with ongoing improvements based on student feedback and data analysis. Safeguarding and student wellbeing are central to daily practice, with on-site safeguarding officers and related policies.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include English and Chinese. First-language options are English or Chinese; second language acquisition develops proficiency in a second language. Language and Literature is studied in the first language, and bilingual learners study Language and Literature in both English and Chinese.	Language provision The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest English-medium international school network in Hong Kong. The MYP is used for Years 7-9. Years 10-11 follow the British GCSE, IGCSE, or BTEC curricula. Years 12-13 offer either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC vocational pathway, with IBDP and BTEC classes capped at 16.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school delivers a bilingual approach to language learning. In Form 1–3, the IB Middle Years Programme is used to deliver the Hong Kong junior secondary curriculum, with Language and Literature offered in the first language (English or Chinese) and second language acquisition to develop proficiency in an additional language. Bilingually fluent students may study Language and Literature in both English and Chinese. The MYP has been IB-authorised since 2009. From Form 4–6, students study HKDSE, with the option to pursue the IB Diploma Programme in Form 5–6.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The CSS website does not provide a formal, curated list of institutional awards (i.e., awards given to the school itself).	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations IB World School: CSS is authorized to deliver the IB Middle Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme. This accreditation confirms it meets IB standards in curriculum, teaching, assessment, and governance. Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) status in Hong Kong: while not an “accreditation” in the international sense, this governmental scheme places CSS in a regulated category of schools that receive government subsidy while retaining some autonomy.	Accreditations International Baccalaureate (IB) Organisation: Accreditation by the IB allows KGV to offer the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP), ensuring internationally recognised academic and assessment standards. English Schools Foundation (ESF): KGV is part of Hong Kong’s ESF network, which oversees curriculum quality, governance, and teacher development across its family of international schools. Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB): The school is registered under the EDB, confirming that it meets Hong Kong’s official education regulations and operational standards for international secondary schools.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application Parents begin by submitting an online application form via the school’s website. Required documents include a recent student photo, copies of Hong Kong ID or passport/visa, the last two years of school reports, and any supporting certificates. If applicable, families should also submit medical or psychological assessment reports. Applications are accepted for entry into Form 1 (Secondary 1) as well as for transfer into Forms 2–5. 2. Eligibility Check The school reviews applications to ensure students meet the Education Bureau (EDB requirements and the school’s academic readiness criteria. For Form 1, completion of local Primary 6 or equivalent (such as IBPYP or an overseas system) is expected. Non-Chinese speaking students are assessed under EDB guidelines for Chinese language learning eligibility. 3. Assessment Applicants are invited to sit written assessments in subjects such as English, Chinese, and Mathematics. Shortlisted students are then called for an interview. Notifications and interview arrangements are sent directly to parents by email from the school’s admissions office. 4. Offer and Enrolment Successful candidates receive an offer of admission. Parents must confirm acceptance and complete the financial procedures, including tuition fees, according to the published fee schedule. Families interested in financial support can also apply for the Fee Remission Scheme or the Scholarship Scheme.	Admissions 1. Application Submission Parents apply online through the English Schools Foundation (ESF) admissions portal during the published application period. A non-refundable application fee must be paid at the time of submission, and each applicant receives an application number for tracking. 2. Assessment and Interview Applicants may be invited to complete an age-appropriate assessment and, in some cases, a short interview. This helps the school determine readiness for an English-medium learning environment and ensure appropriate placement within the ESF system. 3. Offer of Place Successful applicants receive an official offer by email. To secure the place, parents must pay a refundable deposit equivalent to two months’ tuition within the stated deadline and submit the required enrolment documents. 4. Registration and Confirmation Once payment and paperwork are complete, the child’s enrolment is confirmed. Families receive information about orientation, uniforms, and school bus registration before the start of the term. 5. Transition and Induction Before classes begin, the school organises induction sessions to help new students settle into the academic and social environment. Orientation materials and support details are shared through the parent portal.
Scholarships	Scholarships CSS offers a structured Scholarship Scheme for students who demonstrate excellence across different areas. The scheme includes a Multipotential Scholarship for Forms 1–4, recognising students who show ability in multiple fields, as well as HKDSE and IBDP Scholarships for Forms 5–6, awarded to students excelling in either the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme pathways. In addition, Excellence Scholarships are available for outstanding talent in areas such as sport, music, visual arts, drama, dance, STEM, or leadership and service. All scholarships require a formal application, and recipients are expected to sign an agreement that includes leadership and service commitments.	Scholarships The KGV Ezra-Abraham Scholarship Programme offers scholarships in: -Academic achievement -Visual Arts: Art and Media -Performing Arts: Music and Theatre -STEM -Innovation and Entrepreneurship -Sports -Community Service -Leadership Year 9 students may apply for the Academic Scholarship, while Year 11 students may apply across all categories and can submit applications for multiple scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist CSS does not describe a formal waitlist or pool system on its website. Instead, the admissions page explains that if families do not hear back within about two months of applying, they should assume the application has been unsuccessful. Interview invitations and offers are issued at the discretion of the school’s admissions team.	Waitlist KGV operates a waitlist for applications received after the central enrolment window or when year groups reach capacity. Students are placed on the waitlist according to ESF priority categories (such as current ESF siblings or corporate debenture holders) and the date of application. Offers are made as spaces become available, following the same priority guidelines.
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