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Han Academy

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin, English
Fees HK$198,000 - 218,000
Ages 5 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 260
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 12
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Han Academy is a bilingual private school in Hong Kong offering a continuous education for students aged 5 to 18. Established in 2017, the school integrates Chinese and international educational traditions, utilizing a bespoke curriculum in the primary and lower secondary years that blends the Chinese National Curriculum with Cambridge frameworks. In the upper years, students pursue globally recognized qualifications, including Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs, A-Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The campus features specialized facilities such as three science laboratories, two art rooms, and a dedicated music and dancing studio to support its emphasis on STEM and the arts. A distinctive feature of the academy is its "Reading Time" initiative, a daily session designed to strengthen students' academic proficiency in both English and Chinese. The school also organizes service-learning activities, including local cooperative performances and community service projects.

Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong.

The Essentials

Han Academy has 260 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, Mandarin, English.

Location
Han Academy is located at G/F–2/F, 33-35 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, in Hong Kong's Southern District. The campus sits in the Wong Chuk Hang area and offers facilities suitable for a bilingual Primary–Secondary program. The area is accessible by public transport, with Wong Chuk Hang MTR Station nearby for rail access.

Stages
The school operates as a full-time Primary and Secondary school. It offers a continuum from Y1 through Y13, with Primary (Y1–Y6), Lower Secondary (Y7–Y9), Cambridge IGCSE (Y10–Y11) or Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge International A‑Level (Y12–Y13) or Pearson IAL, and the IB Diploma Programme (Y12–Y13).

Type
Co-educational Day school with a bilingual program (English and Mandarin).

Additional learning support
Additional learning support is available; the school lists dedicated staff for students with special learning needs and access to an education psychologist.

Country affiliation
Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR, China).

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is indicated by the school's materials.

School day structure
Daily routine follows a two-part program: Primary runs a timetable from about 07:50 to 15:50 with a lunch break around 11:40–12:10 and a period of ECA after the day's lessons; Secondary follows a similar schedule from 07:50 to 15:50, with structured periods, lunch, and ECA on select days.

Bus service
The school provides a lunch service on campus and cooperates with external school bus companies to offer transportation options. Specific routes or providers are not listed publicly.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Han Academy operates as a day school with no boarding facilities. The International Baccalaureate (IB) profile for the school lists Boarding facilities as DAY, indicating there is no on-site boarding option. Students live with their parents or guardians as part of day-school operations.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms exist for both Primary and Secondary levels, with distinct Summer and Winter sets. Uniforms can be purchased from a uniform supplier located on 2/F, Will Strong Development Building, 59 Parkes Street, Jordan; the admissions FAQ confirms the purchase location and there are separate primary and secondary summer/winter uniforms.

Food Options
Lunch is provided on campus via selected suppliers; Han Academy arranges on-site lunch for students and offers a school bus service as part of student transport arrangements.

Governance and Ownership
Han Academy is a non-profit, full-time private school founded by Happy Life Education Foundation Limited, a charitable organization registered in Hong Kong.
Fees

Annual tuition at Han Academy ranges from HKD 198,000 to HKD 218,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- There is an online application process for all year groups (Y1–Y13). No separate, non-refundable application fee amount is published for general applications.

Tuition fees (by year group) — full year and per-term/instalment detail

- Primary (Y1–Y6): HKD 198,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 19,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).
- Lower and upper Secondary (Y7–Y11): HKD 208,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 20,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).
- A‑Level or IBDP (Y12–Y13): HKD 218,000 per year. This is presented as HKD 21,800 × 10 instalments (monthly instalments).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is divided into 10 instalments. For students who begin the school year in August, instalments cover August to May (10 months). Students who transfer mid-year are charged from the month of transfer to the next July (not exceeding 10 instalments). Attendance on any day in a calendar month makes that month's tuition payable. Parents must submit a formal withdrawal notice at least one month before the last attendance date.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- The school does not provide boarding accommodation; there are no boarding fees because accommodation is not offered.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniforms: School uniform items are supplied through a designated uniform provider; parents purchase uniforms separately at the listed supplier. Specific uniform price lists are not published as fixed tuition items.
- Transport (school bus): a school bus service is arranged in cooperation with an external bus company; bus charges are additional and set separately.
- Examination and external assessment charges (IGCSE/A‑Level/IBDP exam fees), specific activity or excursion charges, optional ECA/after‑school program fees, and material or kit costs may be charged in addition to tuition; these are treated as separate miscellaneous fees and billed as applicable. Specific amounts for these items are not published alongside the annual tuition schedule.

Refund information and withdrawal-related charges

- A formal Student Withdrawal Notice must be submitted at least one month before the last attendance date. Attendance on any day of a month makes that month's tuition payable; therefore tuition for that month is not refunded. Scholarships terminated on mid‑year withdrawal must be reimbursed if required by the scholarship terms. Other refundable/ refundable‑like items (for example, capital bond redemption arrangements or deposits) are subject to the school's specific capital/bond policies and any applicable agreements.

Capital levy / bond information and special levies

- The school has issued capital/bond instruments in connection with admissions historically; an annual capital levy / bond arrangement has been referenced in public school and advisory listings (figures cited in public sources include HKD 600,000 per unit in some published summaries). Capital‑bond terms and redemption arrangements are separate from tuition and are governed by their own terms and agreements. Public reporting has noted outstanding bond / redemption issues affecting some holders.

Fee payment options

- The school issues instalment invoices under a 10‑instalment schedule; however, specific payment channels accepted (for example, local bank transfer, telegraphic/wire transfer, credit card acceptance) are not itemised in the published tuition summary. Payment instructions and accepted methods are provided directly through the school's admissions/finance communications and on the school's application/payment portals.
Academics

Han Academy teaches IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
Han Academy is a bilingual Chinese-English full-time school in Hong Kong with Putonghua and English as languages of instruction, and English use increasing from Primary to Secondary. The curriculum is an integrated mapping that culminates in the Cambridge International Curriculum, the Pearson Edexcel International Curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, alongside school-based subject curricula. In Primary (Y1–Y6), the program combines China's National Curriculum with CAIE and a school-based curriculum, delivered in a bilingual (Putonghua/English) environment with Cambridge or school-based content across core subjects. Lower Secondary (Y7–Y9) blends school-based curricula with Cambridge Lower Secondary, offering two English pathways—Cambridge Checkpoint and Cambridge Global—for English, plus Cambridge Lower Secondary Science and a school-based STEM component. Upper Secondary (Y10–Y13) offers Cambridge IGCSE (Y10–Y11) or Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, followed by Cambridge International AS/A Level or Pearson Edexcel IAL (Y12–Y13), with the IB Diploma Programme available as an alternative IB pathway.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Han Academy supports Social and Emotional Learning through a dedicated School Counselor who develops a comprehensive K-12 counselling program, provides age-appropriate individual and group counselling addressing academic and social-emotional development, and designs a preventative mental health education and wellbeing curriculum for all grades; the role also covers regular mental health screening, crisis intervention, and coordinating with external mental health professionals and staff development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school maintains an Inclusive Education Needs Policy and, in the counselling role, SEN documentation, assessment procedures, and individualised support plans are developed to assist students with Special Educational Needs; the policy exists as part of the school's safeguarding and inclusion framework, though the public list of SEN categories supported is not disclosed in accessible pages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Han Academy operates a bilingual program and includes English as a Second Language provisions within its Cambridge IGCSE offerings, notably the English as a Second Language (Speaking endorsement) option.

Mental Wellbeing
The School Counselor role explicitly designs and delivers a K-12 wellbeing and mental health program, including preventative education, mental health screenings, crisis support, and ongoing counselling to support students' mental wellbeing across all grades.

Safeguarding
Han Academy has a Child Protection Policy with a zero-tolerance stance on abuses or harms to children and assigns safeguarding responsibilities to all stakeholders; it follows the Protecting Children from Maltreatment – Procedural Guide (Revised 2020) for safeguarding actions.
Parent Experience

History
Han Academy was established in 2017 by the Happy Life Education Foundation Limited, a charitable institution registered in Hong Kong. The school received its education license from the Hong Kong Education Bureau on July 3, 2017 and Cambridge Curriculum authorization on August 4, 2017. It subsequently attained IB World School status, with recognition granted in 2019. The school is led by Ms. Xu Li, the Founding Supervisor, who has guided its development since its early days. In late 2024 into 2025, reports of financial difficulties and related debt emerged, prompting ongoing discussions with stakeholders about financial restructuring while continuing daily operations.

Community
Han Academy builds a bilingual, intercultural learning community with a strong emphasis on Chinese language and culture alongside international education practices. The school's news archive shows a breadth of school-wide activities and cultural programs, including an annual International Day, an English Week, and various social service and enrichment events that involve both primary and secondary students. Primary and secondary sections regularly publish parent-focused events, with clearly labeled Primary School Parents' Association meetings on October 24, 2025 and Secondary School Parents' Association meetings on October 17, 2025, illustrating structured family engagement. Student achievements, field trips, exhibitions, and performances are highlighted as part of the school's community life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Han Academy maintains a formal Parents' Association (PTA) with separate primary and secondary groups. A 2023-10-13 news item documents the existence of a Parents' Association, indicating active parent involvement in school life. In 2025, the site lists a Primary School Parents' Association meeting (2025-10-24) and a Secondary School Parents' Association meeting (2025-10-17), showing ongoing PTA activity. Events commonly associated with the PTA include organizing parent participation in school activities and facilitating input from families to the school leadership, as evidenced by the presence of dedicated PTA events in the school's calendar. The association also supports community-wide activities such as International Day, English Week, and other school celebrations, reinforcing ties between families, students, and staff.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Han Academy's facilities align with International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) guidelines for school facilities. The campus includes 12 classrooms, 3 laboratories, 2 art rooms, 1 music and dancing studio, 1 library, 1 assembly hall, and 1 indoor playground. The gross building area is 2,200 square metres. Each classroom features a 75-inch touch-screen smartboard, and students use iPads for class activities, coding and robotics.

Sports Facilities
The facilities on campus include an indoor playground and an assembly hall that can be used for performances and events. The facilities page does not list a dedicated gymnasium or outdoor sports fields.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities comprise 12 classrooms, 3 laboratories, 2 art rooms, and 1 library. Each classroom is equipped with a 75-inch touch-screen smartboard, and students have access to iPads for classroom activities, coding and robotics.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities (ECAs) are arranged across Creativity, Activity and Service, including Drawing and Sketching, Board Games, Chess, Card Games, Guitar Club, Robotics, African Drum, Handprint Printing, Origami, Badminton, Chinese Debate, Book Club, Cantonese Club, Film and Reading, Public Speaking, Chinese Martial Arts, Do-It-Yourself, Violin and Local Cooperative Performance.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers Extracurricular & Enrichment Activities focused on academic enrichment and language development. These activities include debate, storytelling, and drama to build confidence and communication skills. The program also supports exam preparation, homework completion, and academic writing techniques. STEM education is a core focus, led by science teachers to develop problem-solving and technical skills.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative ECAs include Drawing and Sketching, Handprint Printing, Origami, Film and Reading, African Drum, Guitar Club, and Violin. Facilities include two art rooms and a music and dancing studio to support arts education. These resources support regular practice, performances, and exhibitions in visual and performing arts.

Cultural & Language
Language and cultural ECAs include Cantonese Club, Chinese Debate, Book Club, and Film and Reading. These activities support language development, cultural awareness, and cross-cultural communication. The programs align with Han Academy's bilingual offering in Chinese and English instruction.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby ECAs include Board Games, Chess, Card Game, Public Speaking, and other clubs that foster peer interaction and leisure interests. These activities provide opportunities for teamwork and collaboration outside the classroom. Public Speaking and Debate also support communication skills as part of student life.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and professional development are supported through Debate and Public Speaking within ECAs. These activities foster communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills. The ECA framework emphasizes English-language presentation and argumentation as key developmental elements.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing and fitness are supported by facilities such as a music and dancing studio and an indoor playground. Outdoor sport and PE are facilitated by access to Aberdeen Sports Ground for active learning. ECAs include Badminton and Chinese Martial Arts as part of the program to promote physical health and mindfulness.
Languages

Language Provision
The languages taught and used for instruction are English and Mandarin Chinese. Mandarin is used in the curriculum as a medium of instruction alongside English, and English becomes more prominent as students progress from Primary to Secondary. The site does not list additional languages or explicit language-support programs for non-native speakers of the MOI.

Bilingual Teaching
Han Academy provides a truly bilingual education in English and Mandarin. English and Mandarin are used as the languages of instruction, with English usage increasing from Primary to Secondary. The school serves Primary and Secondary levels, with Year 1–6 in the primary program and Year 7–13 in the secondary program, and upper-secondary pathways including Cambridge International A-Level and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Online application and initial contact: The admissions process begins when parents provide the child's contact information and start an online application via the “Click to Apply Online” portal. This online application is the entry point for the school to begin direct communication with families. The school prefers direct contact with parents during the application stage, so expect a follow-up from admissions after submission.

2. Holistic review of applicants: The school evaluates each applicant based on multiple factors, including academic performance, conduct, interview performance, non-academic achievements, and recommendations. If two candidates are otherwise equal, priority goes to holders of capital bonds and to siblings applying at the same time. The admissions plan targets Y1–Y13 and emphasizes small class sizes to support individualized assessment.

3. Age-group interviews and testing: Interviews are organized by age group, with candidates placed into the appropriate Year Group for the interview based on their age and year of birth. A written test may be part of the process depending on the age group. The interview and testing arrangement is designed to be age-appropriate rather than a single, uniform exam for all applicants.

4. Offer, enrollment and tuition arrangements: Admission decisions follow the holistic review and are communicated to families. Once admitted, enrollment proceeds and families begin fee arrangements under the school's payment schedule. Tuition is HK$198,000 per year for Primary, HK$208,000 for Secondary, and HK$218,000 for A‑Level or IBDP programmes, payable in 10 installments (August to May for new entrants; mid-year entrants pay from transfer month to next July). If a student withdraws or goes on suspension, tuition for the relevant month remains payable.

5. Campus visits and information sessions: The school invites prospective families to visit, participate in introductory meetings, and attend open days. Campus tours are scheduled via a form, and there are open days to engage with staff and students. These visits help families understand the school's philosophy, curriculum, and admissions policies before making a decision.

Scholarships
Han Academy offers merit-based scholarships across four categories: Academics; Arts and sports; Creation and invention; and Community service. A student may apply for up to two categories, but only one scholarship will be awarded, so applicants should indicate a preferred category. Scholarships are open to admitted students year‑round; applicants must demonstrate outstanding achievement in the relevant area. The scholarship committee values leadership, alignment with the school's vision, and being a positive example within the school community. Successful applicants receive written Terms and Conditions, and the school may revoke a scholarship for serious behavioral issues or underperformance. If a recipient leaves the school, the scholarship is terminated and the funds may be reimbursed.

Waitlist
Han Academy does not publish a formal waitlist or enrollment pool on its admissions pages.
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