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Catholic International Schools in Hong Kong

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About international schools in Hong Kong

Catholic international schools in Hong Kong are a small but visible group of schools that combine a faith-based, pastoral ethos with international curricula and English-medium teaching; many are run by Catholic sponsoring bodies but accept pupils of all or no religious backgrounds. Curricula vary - some follow British/EYFS and Cambridge (IGCSE/A-Level) approaches, a few use bespoke or international-school pathways and some offer IB programmes or bilingual English - Chinese options - while Cantonese or Putonghua classes are commonly provided alongside English. Published tuition and charges vary widely across the sector and the city’s wider international market, with some Catholic international kindergartens and primaries listing lower headline fees and others approaching mainstream international-school levels; additional one-off costs such as application fees, capital levies or debentures are common. Admissions typically follow the same annual rhythm as other Hong Kong international schools (applications many months ahead, entrance assessments or interviews and waiting lists), so relocating families should start enquiries early, check language and special-needs provision, and budget for up-front deposits and extra costs.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee HKD 79,500
Schools listed
5
Curricula
4
Average annual fee
HKD 79,500
Fee range
HKD 30,000 – 165,000
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
961 pupils
Largest by enrolment
St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section)
Oldest
St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) (1854)
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FAQs for Hong Kong

What curricula do Catholic international schools in Hong Kong usually offer?
Many of the Catholic international schools in Hong Kong use British-derived curricula (EYFS, English National Curriculum and IGCSE pathways) or bespoke international programmes; a smaller number are registered as IB programmes or offer IB options at certain stages. Language provision is typically English-medium with additional Cantonese or Putonghua lessons, and some schools operate bilingual streams or tailored pathways for older pupils.
How much does attendance typically cost?
Published tuition within Hong Kong’s international sector ranges widely, and Catholic international schools listed in recent directories show headline fees spanning lower-end kindergarten/primary levels up to mid-range international fees; families should expect to budget for annual tuition plus application fees, deposits and sometimes capital levies or debentures. For planning purposes, citywide guides place many international-school tuitions in the mid-five-figure to low-six-figure Hong Kong dollar band, though individual Catholic schools can fall below or within that broader range.
Do Catholic international schools only admit Catholic pupils?
Most Catholic international schools in Hong Kong accept pupils of any or no faith while maintaining a Catholic ethos, religious education and opportunities for Mass or chaplaincy for those who wish to participate. Admissions policies vary by school, so prospective families should check whether religious practice is mandatory for participation in particular activities and whether any faith-based admission criteria apply.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Applications for popular intakes are usually submitted many months - often a year or more - before the intended start date, and schools commonly use application forms, non-refundable fees, entrance assessments or interviews and waiting lists when cohorts are full. Offers normally require a timely confirmation deposit and completion of paperwork; because practice varies by school and year group, families relocating to Hong Kong are advised to contact admissions offices early and to lodge multiple applications if needed.
What ages and language arrangements are typical?
Catholic international schools in Hong Kong cover a range of ages from early years through primary and sometimes into secondary, though the sector includes standalone kindergartens as well as through-school models, so intake points differ by school. Instruction is usually delivered in English in the international stream, with structured Cantonese or Putonghua lessons and, in some schools, formal bilingual pathways or additional-language support for newcomers.
What should relocating parents look for on a school visit?
Parents should assess pastoral care and the school’s approach to religious education, the strength of English provision and additional Chinese-language teaching, how the school supports pupils with special educational needs, and the full cost picture including one-off levies and likely extra charges for transport, lunches and exams. It is also sensible to ask about class sizes, typical assessment methods, transition support for arriving pupils and the school’s admissions timeline so you can plan logistics and budget accordingly.