Harrow International School Hong Kong

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

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)

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.

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.

The school is part of the broader Harrow School network but not affiliated with any country.

Harrow Hong Kong has no religious affiliations.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.