Harrow International School Hong Kong vs Kellett School – Kowloon Bay Preparatory and Senior School

	H Harrow International School Hong Kong Hong Kong	K Kellett School – Kowloon Bay Preparatory and Senior School Hong Kong
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HK$175,812 - 239,070	Fees / year HK$208,800 - 267,100
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 1,650	Pupils 1,550
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2012	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Harrow Hong Kong is located at 38 Tsing Ying Road in Tuen Mun, near the Gold Coast on Hong Kong’s western side. The campus is accessible from major districts such as Kowloon and Hong Kong Island via school bus services. Its coastal setting provides a quieter environment while remaining connected to the city’s transport network	Location The Kowloon Bay campus is situated in East Kowloon, just across Victoria Harbour from Hong Kong Island. Families can access the school easily via public bus and minibus services, in addition to a dedicated school bus network.
Stages	Stages The school educates pupils aged 3 to 18. It is divided into Early Years (Nursery–Reception), Lower School (Years 1–5), Upper School (Years 6–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13)	Stages The campus houses both Preparatory (Reception–Year 6) and Senior & Sixth Form (Years 7–13). This structure allows students to begin at age 4 and continue through to age 18 within the same campus.
School type	School type Harrow Hong Kong is a co-educational day and boarding school. Boarding is available from Year 6 onwards as a five-night weekly programme, with students placed in Houses that form the core of pastoral and boarding life.	School type The school is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school’s Individual Needs Department supports pupils with mild to moderate learning difficulties. Provision includes in-class support, individual or small group interventions, and collaboration with teachers to tailor learning strategies.	Additional learning support Kellett provides Additional Support Needs (ASN) services, delivered by qualified teachers and assistants. Support may be in-class or targeted depending on individual needs. It is a mainstream school and not a specialist SEN institution.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is part of the broader Harrow School network but not affiliated with any country.	Country affiliation The school follows the British (English National Curriculum) and is accredited as a British international school.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Harrow Hong Kong has no religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation Kellett has no religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school day varies by level: in the Lower School, lessons typically run from around 8:00 am until mid-afternoon, with morning and lunch breaks; in Upper School and Sixth Form, the day includes six to seven lessons, tutorial time, and co-curricular activities, generally finishing around 4:00 pm.	School day structure In the Preparatory School, the day runs from 8:00am to 3:00pm, with a morning break and a lunch break (timings differ slightly by year group). Senior School timetables follow a similar start time and structured breaks through the day.
Bus service details	Bus service details The School’s mandatory bus service is provided by Chun Wo Bus Services Limited. Chun Wo Bus Services Limited operates routes to and from Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, Discovery Bay, Gold Coast, Siu Lam, and Tuen Mun. The buses are equipped with appropriate seat belts and each bus has its own adult supervision.	Bus service details Yes, the school offers a dedicated bus service. The Kowloon Bay service is operated by Lewis Motors Company Limited, with published routes and fees. This service covers multiple districts across Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, providing reliable transport to and from the campus.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fee * A non-refundable, non-transferable application fee of HKD 1,500 is charged to cover admissions processing. Tuition Fees (per year and by term) * Nursery & Reception: HKD 175,812 annually (HKD 70,324 Autumn; HKD 52,744 Spring; HKD 52,744 Summer) * Years 1–5: HKD 201,314 annually (HKD 80,526 Autumn; HKD 60,394 Spring; HKD 60,394 Summer) * Years 6–8: HKD 229,949 annually (HKD 91,981 Autumn; HKD 68,984 Spring; HKD 68,984 Summer) * Years 9–11: HKD 229,949 annually (HKD 91,981 Autumn; HKD 68,984 Spring; HKD 68,984 Summer) * Years 12–13: HKD 239,070 annually (HKD 95,628 Autumn; HKD 71,721 Spring; HKD 71,721 Summer) Billing and Payment * Fees are billed termly in advance and payable in Hong Kong Dollars on the first day of each term. * Discounts are applied for siblings enrolled simultaneously (5% for the third child, 10% for the fourth, 15% for the fifth and subsequent children). Boarding Fees (Years 6–13) * HKD 130,705 annually (HKD 52,283 Autumn; HKD 39,211 Spring; HKD 39,211 Summer). * Boarding is five nights per week (Sunday evening to Friday afternoon). Additional Costs * Included: Some essential school supplies, pupil activities, and insurance. * Excluded: Textbooks, trips, compulsory uniform, lunch, snacks, and school bus transport. Examination fees for Years 10–13 and some Year 9 programmes are also excluded. * Capital Levy: Pupils without debentures or capital certificates must pay HKD 60,000 annually. Refunds * Application fees and the Capital Levy are non-refundable. Tuition and boarding fees are not generally refundable once paid. Payment Options * Payment is made via bank transfer in Hong Kong Dollars.	Fee details Application Fees Reception – Year 4: HKD 2,000 (non-refundable) Year 5 – Year 13: HKD 2,500 (includes assessment fee; non-refundable) Annual Capital Levy / Debenture All new offers made after 31 August 2025 require an Annual Capital Levy (ACL) of HKD 40,000 per student. This fee is non-refundable and non-redeemable, supporting the school’s estates and infrastructure. Every student must be covered by a Debenture or ACL. Annual Association Fee Each family pays an Association Fee of HKD 500 annually, which grants voting rights on Board membership. Tuition Fees (Per Year) Reception: HKD 208,800 Years 1 – 6: HKD 214,200 Years 7 – 11 (I/GCSE): HKD 251,400 Years 12 – 13 (A Levels): HKD 267,100 Fees are billed in three instalments per year as follows: Term 1: 40% Term 2: 30% Term 3: 30% Additional Fees Uniforms, lunch, bus services, overseas educational visits, examination entry fees, and some Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) are charged separately. Senior students must provide their own devices (laptops and iPads). Transportation Fees School bus services are available through external providers. Routes and fees are published annually and invoiced separately by the operators. Refund Policy Tuition fees are non-refundable once paid for the current or past terms, including in cases of permanent exclusion or required withdrawal. Payment Options Payments are made via bank transfer. Parents are responsible for any bank charges. Other payment methods are not specified publicly.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school offers weekly boarding from Year 6. Boarders go home on Friday evening and return by Sunday evening at 8:00 pm. Boarders reside in Prep School and Senior School Houses, with study bedrooms for two, three or four in the Prep Houses and single (often with a shared bathroom) rooms in the Senior Houses. The on-site health centre provides 24-hour care, and facilities such as the sports hall, swimming pool, sports fields, tennis courts and music practice rooms are available to boarders after hours.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory for all pupils. A new school uniform was introduced in August 2023 and is being rolled out in phases by year group. Uniforms can be purchased from the Lai Chi Kok Uniform Shop or the online store.	Uniform requirement The Senior School uniform is provided by Uniform Shop. Orders can be made via the Uniform Shop website. The location is also served by a Hyper Engine showroom. Summer and Winter uniform guidelines exist. Senior Sports Kit is provided by Kukri and swimwear by Jaked. Uniform pop-up shops are held at Kowloon Bay Campus and Pok Fu Lam Campus. A pre-loved uniform program with Retykle is available.
Food options	Food options Dining facilities include two canteens offering breakfast, lunch and supper with Western, Asian and vegetarian options. Meals are prepared by a catering company, with feedback channels via House representatives and Parent Representatives.	Food options Lunch arrangements are provided; Sodexo provides a sample menu. Details about lunch locations and ordering are published in the New Parents Portal.
House system	House system There are six Lower School Houses, seven Prep Houses and eight Senior Houses. Every pupil is a member of a House; the Upper School has fifteen Houses. Houses are vertical by year group within each section and host house competitions across art, drama, music, sport and academics.	House system A House system forms a key part of Kellett Senior School life. The Houses are named after four former governors of Hong Kong. House points are linked to the learner profile and are used to support charitable activities, with each House aligning to a UN Global Goal for sustainable development.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is independently owned and operated by Harrow International School Foundation Limited, a not-for-profit company owned by Asia International Schools Ltd (AISL). Harrow International Management Services Limited (HIMS) oversees day-to-day operations. The Governing Board includes Harrow School Governors, representatives of the owners and independent experts, and the school operates under an agreement with the Governors of Harrow School in the UK to use the Harrow name and badge; governance covers philosophy, strategy, and day-to-day policy.	Governance and ownership Kellett is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status. The Board consists of twelve parent Governors elected by the Kellett School Association. The Kowloon Bay Campus houses Kowloon Bay Preparatory and Kowloon Bay Senior. The governance operates without a sponsoring body and is overseen under the Education Ordinance.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Harrow International School Hong Kong follows the English National Curriculum across all stages. In the Early Years (Nursery and Reception), pupils learn through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on play-based and early literacy and numeracy development. The Lower School (Years 1–5) continues with the National Curriculum of England, emphasizing core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities alongside Art, Music, Drama, Physical Education, and Mandarin. In the Upper School (Years 6–9), students build on these foundations with a broader academic programme that includes specialist teaching in subjects like Design Technology, Computing, and Modern Foreign Languages. In Years 10–11, pupils prepare for General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) examinations, selecting from a range of subjects that combine compulsory and optional courses. The Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers A Levels with the option of completing an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), providing students with depth of study and independent research experience.	Curriculum details The school follows the English National Curriculum, adapted to its international setting. In the Preparatory School (Reception–Year 6), students study a broad range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, humanities, expressive arts, and Mandarin. In Senior School (Years 7–9), the curriculum continues with a wide scope of academic and creative subjects, alongside public speaking through LAMDA. In Years 10–11, students prepare for International GCSEs (I/GCSEs) with a choice of subjects from different disciplines. In the Sixth Form (Years 12–13), students specialise through A Levels, supported by additional programmes such as the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), LAMDA, and a Mini-MBA developed with IE Business School. Instruction is in English, with additional language options including Mandarin, French, and Spanish.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The House system forms the foundation of pastoral care and encourages close relationships between staff and pupils. The school provides counselling services and peer-to-peer mentoring schemes that support student wellbeing and personal growth	Social & emotional learning Kellett integrates SEL through its Positively Kellett programme, which is delivered weekly within the timetable. The initiative focuses on equipping students with skills for resilience, empathy, and self-awareness, and is supported by resources and webinars for families. The school’s pastoral care system provides each student with guidance and mentoring, ensuring SEL is part of both classroom learning and broader school life. Trained staff, including counsellors, contribute to this framework. SEL is embedded from Preparatory through to Sixth Form.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Individual Needs Department supports pupils with mild to moderate learning difficulties through in-class support, small group interventions, and tailored strategies. Harrow Hong Kong is not a specialist SEN school and does not indicate provision for severe or complex needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides support for Additional Support Needs (ASN) within its mainstream setting. Qualified teachers and assistants deliver targeted and in-class support to help remove barriers to learning. Policies state that support is planned in partnership with families and tailored to individual needs. Kellett is not a specialist SEN institution, but it aims to support a range of mild to moderate learning needs where appropriate provisions can be made.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The Language and Learning Department provides support for students with English as an Additional Language, offering targeted lessons and whole-school provision to help them access the curriculum.	English as an additional language The school does not provide EAL support. Admissions materials specify that instruction is delivered in English and require both students and parents to demonstrate sufficient English proficiency before entry.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school provides access to professional counselling services, peer support programmes, and a Health Care Centre staffed to assist with both physical and emotional needs.	Mental wellbeing Kellett promotes mental wellbeing through the Positively Kellett curriculum, pastoral support, and trained counsellors on staff. Sixth Form timetables include space for one-on-one sessions with tutors and guidance counsellors. The school emphasises wellbeing in inspection reports and is recognised by COBIS as a Beacon School for Wellbeing. Mental health support is therefore embedded into both everyday routines and structured wellbeing programmes.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Harrow International School Hong Kong has a published safeguarding and child protection policy that sets out clear measures to ensure the welfare of its pupils. The school states that safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and all staff members are required to follow the procedures outlined in this policy . Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) are appointed to oversee implementation and to act as points of contact for concerns. Staff receive training to recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding issues. The school also maintains procedures for safer recruitment to ensure all adults working with children are appropriately vetted. These measures are designed to provide a safe and secure environment for students, where their wellbeing is prioritised at all times.	Safeguarding Kellett has a published Safeguarding Policy alongside Safer Recruitment and Health & Safety policies. The school’s procedures meet UK Department for Education standards for British Schools Overseas (BSO). The 2023 BSO inspection judged safeguarding as outstanding, confirming that robust policies and practices are in place to protect students. These include staff training, child protection guidelines, and clear reporting procedures.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy View document	Safeguarding policy View document
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school follows the UK National Curriculum across the full age range, with a clearly sequenced progression from Early Years through Sixth Form. The language of instruction is English, and the school provides English as an Additional Language support where needed. The campus offers a comprehensive timetable that blends academic subjects with co-curricular and pastoral provisions.	Facilities overview The Kowloon Bay campus houses a two-form Kowloon Bay Preparatory School (up to 300 places) and a four-form Senior School (up to 600 places). The campus opened in 2013 and is described as modern, large, light and spacious. It features a dance hall, a fully operational theatre, a CrossFit gym, a large artificial turf and multi-sport area with a Sky Pitch running track, and a swimming pool adjustable for different ages. A David Kidd Theatre is in use by Prep students. The Kowloon Bay address is 7 Lam Hing Street, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, and the telephone number is +852 3120 0700.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school supports a broad co-curricular and sports program as part of the regular timetable, including physical education and sport in the curriculum and extensive after-school activities through its enrichment program.	Sports facilities The campus offers a large artificial turf and multi-sport area with a running track on the Sky Pitch. The swimming pool can be adjusted to suit different swimming and age levels. There is a CrossFit gym and a dance hall on site to support a broad PE and extra-curricular sports program. These spaces support inter-school sports and physical education activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The curriculum includes Early Years Foundation Stage, the English National Curriculum in the lower years, IGCSE/GCSE in the Senior School, and A-Level study in the Sixth Form, taught by subject specialists with dedicated spaces for study and assessment.	Academic facilities The Kowloon Bay campus comprises a two-form Preparatory School (up to 300 places) and a four-form Senior School (up to 600 places). The campus is described as modern, large, light and spacious. Preparatory education follows a modified English National Curriculum, with class sizes limited to a maximum of 24 students and Kowloon Bay having two classes per year group. The school runs a 1:1 iPad program for Years 1–6 and provides iPads for Reception, supporting digital learning. Mandarin is taught in Prep, with Mandarin continuing into the Senior School, and Year 7–9 offering additional language options (French or Spanish) and later IGCSE/A-Level language opportunities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Harrow Horizons provides a large enrichment program with two Super Curriculum Activities per term and many additional co-curricular options; the program includes leadership activities, international trips, charity work, and awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver.	Extra curricular facilities Kellett Preparatory offers a huge range of opportunities for learning, adventure and growth through extra-curricular activities, educational visits, concerts, assemblies and sports competitions. Extra-Curricular Activities are listed as a key component of the Senior School program as well. The school experiences and promotes ECAs across both Prep and Senior sections, fostering student leadership and involvement outside the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Harrow International School Hong Kong opened in September 2012, becoming the first international Harrow-branded school in East Asia. It is part of Asia International School Limited (AISL), which operates Harrow-branded schools under a licence agreement with Harrow School in London. The school was purpose-built on its Tuen Mun site to accommodate both day and boarding students and follows the traditions and governance links of its UK counterpart.	History Kellett School was founded in 1976 as a not-for-profit parent association to provide a high-quality British education in Hong Kong. It began as a small prep school and has grown steadily over the decades, supported and governed by its parent body. In 2013, the Kowloon Bay campus opened, bringing together a second Preparatory School and the Senior & Sixth Form under one roof. The school remains parent-owned and operates on a not-for-profit model, reinvesting in facilities and learning.
Community	Community The school community is built around the House system, which encourages pupils to form strong ties across year groups. Community events include concerts, drama productions, and inter-House competitions. Annual events such as “The Long Ducker,” a charity run originally begun at Harrow School in London, bring together students, staff, parents, and alumni.	Community The Kellett community is active and engaged, with events that bring together families, staff, and students. Kellett Cares is a student-led initiative that partners with local NGOs and charities, while cultural and seasonal events, such as concerts, fairs, and performances, involve wide participation from parents and families. These activities strengthen the connection between the school and the wider Hong Kong community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The parent body is represented through Friends of Harrow (FoH), which serves as the school’s Parent Teacher Association. FoH organises community-building events such as the Harrow Fair, charity fundraising initiatives, and social gatherings for families. Parent Representatives and consultation groups also provide channels for communication with school leadership. FoH supports both cultural and social activities that strengthen links among parents, staff, and pupils.	Parent teacher association Kellett’s PTA, known as the Parents’ Committee, plays an important role in governance and community life. As a parent-run, not-for-profit association, it has representation on the Board and supports decision-making. The PTA helps organise community-building events, including social gatherings, seasonal celebrations, and family activities across both campuses. It also supports fundraising initiatives and helps connect new families with the community. Parent volunteers are active in events like fairs, concerts, and outreach activities, ensuring families play a visible role in shaping school culture.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school uses English as the inclusive language of instruction; pupils must be proficient in English to access the full curriculum and community.	Academic & intellectual Over 50 extra-curricular activities are offered each year, most included in school fees. ECAs are offered before school, at lunchtimes and after school, with staff planning most activities and external providers enhancing the offering. Prep ECAs include Battle of Books, Chess, Coding, Lego STEM, and other academic activities. Senior ECAs include Debate Club, Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup and HKAYP (Bronze & Silver), among others.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Lower School (Pre-Prep 1–5) teaches English, Maths, Chinese, Science, Physical Education, Geography, Music, History, Art & Design, and Languages, with Chinese, Physical Education, Music and Languages taught by specialist teachers and other subjects by class teachers. There is curriculum progression aligned with Harrovian values.	Arts & creative Expressive Arts are a core part of the curriculum, supplemented by regular concerts, performances and assemblies. The Kowloon Bay auditorium provides a professional setting for concerts, performances and presentations. Art and music are taught by specialist teachers, and prep art and music are part of the curriculum. Senior ECAs include Choir, Instrumental Ensembles, Jazz Band, Musical, Drama / LAMDA, Orchestra, Visual Art, Life Drawing, Rock Music and Dance Crew.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Prep School (Years 6–8) offers Art, Drama, English, Geography, History, Chinese Language, Languages (French or Spanish), Mathematics, Music, Philosophy & Religious Studies, Physical Education and Science.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The Senior School (Years 9–11) follows GCSE syllabi with examinations in Year 11; Sciences are taught as Biology, Chemistry and Physics; students choose four subjects from a core set (English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and a range of optional subjects including Art, Chinese, Computer Science, Drama, French, Geography, History, Music, Philosophy & Religious Studies, Physical Education and Spanish.	Social & hobbies A broad range of social and hobby clubs runs across both campuses, including Chess, Hobby Club, Move Monkeys and Dance Crew. Senior ECAs include E-sports, World Scholar's Cup and Dart Club. Students may also join the Prep Student Council to help plan activities and discuss ideas.
Community & service	Community & service The school supports language development and learning through a dedicated Language and Learning department offering EAL strategies to enable learning in and through English across Years 1–13.	Community & service HKAYP Bronze and Silver is offered to Year 10+ students and leads to Gold; it comprises Skill, Service, Physical Recreation and Expeditions, with a Residential Project for Gold. The program includes five sections and many students complete the Bronze Award by the middle of Year 11. Room to Read and Mother's Choice Youth Leadership Council are part of community-service oriented ECAs.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The enrichment programme includes Harrow Horizons, with two Super-Curriculum activities per week per term, a wide range of activities (about 250 per week), leadership weeks, trips, school charities, pupil-led societies, Duke of Edinburgh at Bronze and Silver levels, and a Speaker's Forum series.	Leadership & professional HKAYP provides Bronze and Silver and fosters leadership development. Students in Senior School have leadership opportunities through Head Students, House Captains, Prefects and the School Council. Sixth Form leadership opportunities are described in Life in Sixth Form and related pages.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Harrow Horizons complements academic and pastoral provision with sport, music, drama, creative arts, charity work and academic extension, encouraging skill development, friendships across year groups and Houses.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing provision is highlighted as world‑class in the Senior School. The Kowloon Bay campus features a CrossFit gym, a dance hall, a theatre and a Sky Pitch with a running track, plus an adjustable swimming pool. Global Outlook Week (GO Week) runs each autumn with trips and activities focused on the Global Goals for Sustainable Development. A new Sixth Form Centre is planned to open in August 2026 across from the Kowloon Bay Campus.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the inclusive language of instruction across Harrow Hong Kong. Chinese (Mandarin), French and Spanish are offered as language options. Chinese lessons begin in Nursery; in Years 1–2 there are eight hours of Chinese per fortnight, while in Years 3–9 the programme runs for six hours per fortnight, with Chinese available at GCSE in Year 10 and at A level in Year 12, taught in Simplified Chinese. The Language and Learning department provides English as an Additional Language support for Years 1–13, and Sixth Form supports IELTS preparation and university applications.	Language provision Kellett has two Preparatory Schools: Kowloon Bay Prep and Pok Fu Lam Prep, with ages 4–11 in Prep and 11–18 in Senior. The Kowloon Bay campus is located at 7 Lam Hing Street, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, and the main contact is Tel: +852 3120 0700. The school teaches a modified English National Curriculum; Prep classes have a 1:1 iPad programme for Years 1–6, and class sizes are capped at 24 with Kowloon Bay having two classes per year group (Pok Fu Lam has three). Mandarin is a compulsory subject from Reception and continues through Prep; in Senior School Mandarin is offered as a language option up to A‑Levels, alongside French and Spanish. In Years 7–9 Mandarin remains compulsory while French or Spanish options begin in Year 7. In Years 10–11, I/GCSE options include Chinese (Foreign Language), Chinese (Second Language), French and Spanish. In Sixth Form, A‑Levels are available in Mandarin, French and Spanish.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Language immersion trips are offered for language students in Years 10–11 during Global Outlook Week.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Carfax Education – The Schools Index: Kellett has been included in The Schools Index, which highlights the top 150 private schools worldwide, and was recognised among the top schools in Hong Kong/China. This acknowledges the school’s standing within international private education.
Accreditations	Accreditations * Council of International Schools (CIS): Harrow Hong Kong is accredited by CIS, confirming it meets international standards for governance, teaching, learning, and student safeguarding. * Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) – British Schools Overseas (BSO): Inspected under the UK Department for Education’s framework, this accreditation shows the school meets the standards expected of British independent schools abroad. * HMC (Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference): Membership of this UK body connects Harrow Hong Kong with leading independent schools and requires maintaining high standards of governance, teaching, and pastoral care.	Accreditations 1. British Schools Overseas (BSO): In 2023, Kellett was inspected under the UK Department for Education’s BSO framework and judged Outstanding in every category. The inspection confirmed that the school provides an outstanding quality of education for its pupils. 2. Council of British International Schools (COBIS): In 2021, Kellett became the first school in Hong Kong to be awarded Patron’s Accredited Membership, the highest status given by COBIS. The school also holds Beacon School status for wellbeing, recognising its approach as a model of best practice for other schools. 3. Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC): Kellett Senior School has been a member of HMC since 2019. HMC is a professional association of the heads of leading independent schools, with membership requiring regular inspection and accreditation. 4. Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS): Both Kellett Preparatory Schools have been members since 2018, and were the first schools in Hong Kong to achieve membership. IAPS is an association of accredited prep schools that share professional development, networking, and standards of practice. 5. Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA): Kellett is a founding member of FOBISIA, a non-profit organisation that promotes British-international education across Asia and provides professional development, networking, and enrichment opportunities for schools and students.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Initial Enquiry and Application Parents begin by completing the online application form and paying a non-refundable HKD 1,500 application fee. Required documents, such as school reports and identification, must be submitted with the form. 2. Age and Year Group Placement The school uses clear age guidelines to determine year group placement. Exceptions are rare and assessed individually. 3. Assessment Applicants are invited for assessments appropriate to their year group. This may include written tasks, online testing, and interviews with senior staff. English language ability is also assessed, especially for older year groups. 4. Offer of Place Following assessment, successful applicants receive a formal offer. Offers are conditional on the outcome of assessments and availability of places. 5. Acceptance and Fees Parents confirm acceptance by returning the signed offer letter and paying the required fees, which include the capital levy, tuition deposit, and other charges.	Admissions 1. Initial enquiry and review: Families can apply at any time, as applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Parents are encouraged to review the school’s Admissions Policy and relevant documentation before submitting an application, particularly since places at some year groups are often full. 2. Preparing documents: Applications must include a recent passport-sized photograph of the student, copies of the student’s passport and birth certificate, and Hong Kong ID if applicable. Families must also provide the most recent two years of school reports, if available, to support the application. 3. Application submission and payment: Applications are submitted online via OpenApply, and must be accompanied by the appropriate application fee. These fees are non-refundable. 4. Assessment and placement: Depending on the year group, applicants may be required to attend an assessment to confirm readiness for the curriculum. Placement decisions are made with reference to the school’s admissions criteria and curriculum requirements. 5. Offer and acceptance: If a place is offered, families must secure it through either a debenture or the Annual Capital Levy, as set out in the school’s fees policy. Tuition and other costs are then billed according to the school’s published termly schedule.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers Scholarships and Exhibitions for entry into Year 9 and Year 12. These are awarded for outstanding ability in areas such as academics, sport, music, or the arts. Awards are based on performance in assessments, interviews, and evidence of achievement. Exhibition awards may be given to pupils with strong potential who do not yet meet full scholarship criteria. Scholarships provide recognition and may also include partial fee remission.	Scholarships The school does not publicly provide information about scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist Harrow Hong Kong operates a waitlist system when year groups are full. Applications are assessed in the same way as standard admissions, and successful candidates are placed on the waitlist until a space becomes available.	Waitlist Kellett states that a waitlist is in operation for certain year groups, and in recent years, classes have been full with families placed on waiting lists. Waitlist movement depends on availability, and parents are advised to maintain contact with the Admissions team for updates.
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