HKCA Po Leung Kuk School

HKCA Po Leung Kuk School is located at 62 Tin Hau Temple Road, Hong Kong. The campus is on Hong Kong Island in the Tin Hau area and is described as a small, leafy site. It is a short walk from Tin Hau MTR station, about 350 metres away, making it accessible by public transport. (+852 3465 8400 for the Primary, +852 3465 8404 for the Kindergarten).

The school serves children aged 3–12 years, with a through-train pathway from K1 to Grade 6. This means the campus offers Kindergarten and Primary levels under the IB Primary Years Programme. (Ages 3-12; K1 to Grade 6).

HKCA Po Leung Kuk School is a private not-for-profit international school established by Po Leung Kuk. It offers an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme as part of its non-local curriculum. (Not-for-profit international school; IB World School).

Published admissions information notes that English as a Second Language (ESL) support can be provided for students needing language assistance, with some ESL classes potentially occurring outside the regular school day at the parents' expense. The school does not publish detailed SEN provisions on its site.

The school operates in Hong Kong and is not affiliated with a specific country. It is run as a not-for-profit international school under Po Leung Kuk.

Religious affiliation is not indicated in the published materials.

Typical days begin with arrival around 7:55–8:15, followed by a homeroom period and morning block. Core subjects run through the morning, with lunch around 12:00–12:30, and dismissal (with an available school bus option) around 2:50–3:00, depending on section. After-school activities may run from 3:15–5:15.

A school bus service is offered as part of the transport options; bus-related costs are listed among the school's additional charges. Dismissal times align with bus services when used. For exact routes and fees, consult the Admissions/Fees materials.

HKCA PLK School offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 3–12, with Kindergarten through Grade 6 on Tin Hau Temple Road in Hong Kong. The PYP framework guides learning across a transdisciplinary programme that emphasizes inquiry, reflection and action in open, democratic classrooms. The homeroom teacher leads as the main language of instruction for English, with Mandarin taught as a separate language, and learning organized around a Programme of Inquiry (POI) comprising units of inquiry across Kindergarten to Grade 6. Core subjects include English Language, Mandarin, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, The Arts, and Personal, Social and Physical Education, with IB-scope & sequence documents guiding Language Arts, Mathematics, PSPE and The Arts and school-developed continuums for Science and Social Studies. Assessment uses a portfolio approach with Seesaw for daily communication, and formal Student-Led Conferences and reports; teachers record and report learning progress. The curriculum is organized into Kindergarten, Grades 1–2, 3–4, and 5–6 bands, each with age-appropriate POIs and unit continuums.

HKCA Po Leung Kuk School provides a transdisciplinary, challenging learning environment described as a happy, safe and caring school. The Inclusion Policy states the aim is to increase access and engagement by removing barriers and by fostering collaboration, mutual respect, support and problem-solving across the whole school community. Belonging, safety, self-worth and well-being are identified as core elements of the student learning experience. For students with learning support needs, an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is created and progress is tracked, with ILP records kept confidential in the School Office. Seesaw is used to support daily teacher–parent–student communication and to support mother-tongue development as part of home–school learning.

The Inclusion Policy notes the school cannot offer a full continuum of learning support programmes, but teachers differentiate instruction and implement ILPs to address individual needs. Prior to admission, the Principal meets with families to determine whether the school can address the student's needs with the resources available. ILP records are created for students with learning support needs and are confidential, stored in the School Office. The policy identifies potential areas of challenge covered by an inclusive approach, including reading, writing, mathematics, social and emotional, mental health and well-being, speech and language, vision, hearing, giftedness, physical and medical considerations. Inclusion strategies rely on collaboration among teachers, parents and specialists, with ongoing professional development to promote inclusive practice.

The school accepts students with the requisite proficiency in English to access its English-medium curriculum. Where necessary, students identified as needing additional language support may take English as a Second Language (ESL) support classes out of school at the parents' own expense. English Language is taught as a core subject in the Primary School with direct instruction and meaningful contexts. The homeroom teacher is responsible for the main language of instruction (English), with language learning in English and Mandarin integrated into the programme. Seesaw is used to support parent–teacher–student communication and to support mother-tongue development.

The school aims to provide a happy, safe and caring environment to support students' mental wellbeing, as reflected in the Inclusion Policy. Belonging, safety, self-worth and well-being are highlighted as central to the learning experience. The Personal, Social and Physical Education (PSPE) curriculum is delivered by specialists and class teachers, focusing on identity, active living and positive interactions. Professional development is provided for staff to promote inclusion and diversity, contributing to a supportive school climate. These elements align with the IB philosophy of holistic development of the whole child.

Safeguarding-related information is addressed through policies that emphasize a safe and caring environment and safeguarding principles embedded in school life. A Personal Data Handling Policy governs how student and parent data are collected, stored and shared, with confidentiality and retention rules. Before admission, the Principal meets families to assess whether the school can address the student's needs with available resources, and an ILP is developed to guide support. ILP records are confidential and stored in the School Office. Policy communication and bi-annual review processes ensure safeguarding considerations are reviewed and updated within the school.

Step 1: Review eligibility and class placement. The school defines age guidelines for Early Years (K1) through Grade 6, and class placement is determined by the school after the admission process. The age framework aligns with UK/ESF equivalence and birth-date ranges, and placement decisions are made by the school, not by parental choice. The range of eligible ages and the corresponding grade levels are published to guide families before applying.

Step 2: Language readiness. The school requires proficiency in English to access the English-medium curriculum. If a student needs additional language support, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes may be taken outside of school at the parents' expense. This ensures students can participate in core subjects while language needs are addressed.

Step 3: Online application submission. Parents interested in enrolling their child can apply online by completing the Admission Form. Enrollment will be continuous until all available places have been filled, and the school is explicit about ongoing accepting of applications where places remain. In addition, there are currently limited remaining places for some years, so timely submission is advised.

Step 4: Admission interviews and criteria. Eligible applicants must demonstrate satisfactory social and communication skills and achieve satisfactory results in the admission interviews. First-round interviews for Early Years and Grade 1 typically last about 45 minutes, with longer sessions (60–70 minutes) for older grades. Interviews assess readiness for school and, for higher grades, literacy and numeracy.

Step 5: Admission decision and enrollment. If a place is offered, enrollment proceeds in line with available capacity, and there is a priority framework for admissions (non-local students, siblings, and the children of full-time staff). Admissions are described as ongoing, with inquiries accepted and places filled on a rolling basis. The process emphasizes continuous enrollment until spaces are exhausted.

Step 6: Fees and application outcomes. An application Fee of HK$800 is required and is non-refundable. The annual tuition for Kindergarten is HK$93,200 (paid in 10 monthly installments of HK$9,320), while the annual tuition for Grades 1–6 is HK$125,000 (HK$12,500 monthly). The school notes that paying the application fee does not guarantee admission and that annual tuition may be adjusted with Education Bureau approval.

The school does not offer traditional scholarships. Instead, a fee remission scheme is available for families needing financial assistance, applicable to those who already have a student enrolled at the school. Details and the appropriate forms are provided through the Admissions Office. Applicants should note that there is an HK$800 non-refundable application fee, and admission is not guaranteed by payment of this fee.

Waitlist or pool procedures are not described as a formal system on the admissions materials.