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Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Hong Kong Japanese School (HKJS) was established in 1966 and today operates two campuses: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Japanese International School in Taipo. The Happy Valley campus serves elementary and junior high students through a curriculum approved by Japan’s Ministry of Education, ensuring continuity with schools in Japan. The Taipo campus houses the International Section, where children aged 4 to 11 follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) in English, with Japanese offered as an additional language. The Happy Valley site features facilities such as computer labs, a traditional Japanese tatami room, and a well-equipped lecture hall, while Taipo emphasizes inquiry-based IB learning. HKJS also runs a dedicated school bus network across Hong Kong, providing safe transport for students. Its unique combination of Japanese national education and IB curriculum options makes it an important institution for both Japanese expatriates and international families.
Hong Kong Japanese School has instruction in English, Japanese.
Location
The school has two campuses: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Japanese International School in Taipo. Happy Valley is a central residential area on Hong Kong Island, close to Causeway Bay and Wan Chai, with good public transport links. The Taipo campus is in the New Territories, surrounded by green areas and accessible via the East Rail Line.
Stages
The Happy Valley campus offers elementary and junior high school (Grades 1–9) under Japan’s national curriculum. The Taipo campus has the International Section, providing IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in English for children aged 4 to 11, covering Reception through Grade 6.
Type
The school is co-educational across both campuses
Additional learning support
The school provides special considerations for students with additional learning needs, which may include tailored support and adjustments. Details are managed on a case-by-case basis in consultation with families.
Country affiliation
The Hong Kong campus is officially recognized by Japan’s Ministry of Education as an overseas Japanese educational facility. The Taipo campus operates under Hong Kong government approval.
Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation.
School day structure
Classes typically begin at 8:00–8:30 a.m. and finish around 3:00–3:30 p.m., with scheduled recess and a lunch break. The exact timings vary slightly between elementary and junior high divisions.
Bus service
The school runs an organized school bus service across Hong Kong, managed by the Hong Kong Japanese School Bus Association. Routes cover major residential areas to both campuses, ensuring safe and reliable transport for students. Families arrange registration directly with the service provider.
Fees
Annual tuition at Hong Kong Japanese School ranges from HKD 5,625 to HKD 9,805 for 2026/27.
Application Fee For the 2025/26 academic year, there is no admission fee for new or transfer students, in line with Hong Kong Government instructions.
Tuition Fees (per month)
Elementary (Hong Kong School): HKD 5,600 Elementary (Hong Kong Global Class): HKD 9,780 Elementary (Tai Po School): HKD 5,600 Junior High: HKD 6,640
Elementary (Hong Kong School): HKD 5,625 Elementary (Hong Kong Global Class): HKD 9,805 Elementary (Tai Po School): HKD 5,625 Junior High: HKD 6,646
School Bus Fees (per month)
Hong Kong School / Global Class / Junior High: HKD 2,350 Tai Po School: HKD 2,030 (Fees vary slightly by route; Kowloon and New Territories users may pay different amounts.)
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms Fees are billed three times per year, each covering four months. Deduction dates are April 1, August 1, and December 1. Payments are automatically deducted in Hong Kong dollars.
Other Costs Uniforms, textbooks, and extracurricular activities are charged separately. School bus fees are set annually by the Bus Users’ Association.
Refunds Withdrawals before the start of term may be eligible for partial refunds, handled case by case.
Payment Options Fees are collected via automatic bank transfer in Hong Kong dollars.
Academics
Hong Kong Japanese School teaches IB (PYP), Japanese Curriculum for students aged 4 to 11.
Curriculum
The Hong Kong Japanese School offers two distinct curriculum pathways across its campuses. The Happy Valley campus provides elementary and junior high education (Grades 1–9) following the Japanese national curriculum, officially accredited by Japan’s Ministry of Education. This ensures students can transition smoothly to schools in Japan or other Japanese international schools abroad. At the Tai Po campus, the International Section serves children aged 4 to 11 through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), taught in English. Japanese language is also introduced as part of the International Section, giving students exposure to bilingual learning. Together, the school accommodates both Japanese expatriate families seeking continuity with Japan’s system and international families looking for an IB-based primary program.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEL initiatives or specific provision for social and emotional learning.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school notes that it can provide special considerations (特別配慮) for students with additional learning needs, handled on a case-by-case basis in consultation with families. It is not a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.
Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing programmes or provisions.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies or child protection measures.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Application Submission Parents first submit an application form during the designated intake period. The school requests relevant documents such as proof of residence, student records, and health information. Applications are made directly to the school office.
2. Document Review Submitted applications are reviewed by the admissions office. Families may be asked to provide clarifications or additional paperwork, especially if transferring from schools outside Japan.
3. Assessment / Placement Students transferring from Japan or other accredited Japanese schools typically follow placement based on their current grade. For others, the school considers age, prior schooling, and Japanese language ability.
4. Notification of Results Once reviewed, the school notifies families about admission outcomes. Successful applicants are given details about registration, school start dates, and required orientation materials.
5. Enrollment & Fee Payment Families confirm acceptance by completing enrollment forms and setting up fee payment arrangements. Payments are handled through automatic bank deductions in Hong Kong dollars.
Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding scholarships or financial aid.
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose whether it operates a waitlist or pool system for oversubscribed year groups.
FAQs
What ages does Hong Kong Japanese School serve?
Hong Kong Japanese School serves students aged 4 to 11.
What curriculum does Hong Kong Japanese School follow?
The Hong Kong Japanese School offers two distinct curriculum pathways across its campuses. The Happy Valley campus provides elementary and junior high education (Grades 1–9) following the Japanese national curriculum, officially accredited by.
Where is Hong Kong Japanese School located?
The school has two campuses: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Japanese International School in Taipo. Happy Valley is a central residential area on Hong Kong Island, close to Causeway Bay and Wan Chai, with good public transport links..
What are the tuition fees?
**Application Fee**
For the 2025/26 academic year, there is **no admission fee** for new or transfer students, in line with Hong Kong Government instructions.
**Tuition Fees (per month)**
* Elementary (Hong Kong School): HKD 5,600
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What languages are taught?
The core language of instruction is Japanese. An International Section at Tai Po Campus offers English-taught IB courses. The Global Class provides a bilingual education in Japanese and English.
How does the admissions process work?
1. **Application Submission**
Parents first submit an application form during the designated intake period. The school requests relevant documents such as proof of residence, student records, and health information. Applications are made directly.
What facilities does the school have?
Two campuses operate in Hong Kong: the Hong Kong Campus in Happy Valley and the Tai Po Campus (Japanese International School). The Hong Kong Campus was established in 1966 and underwent major renovations in 2012 to become modern and functional. The.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Hong Kong Japanese School operates two campuses in Hong Kong: the Hong Kong campus (Happy Valley) and the Tai Po campus (Japanese International School). The Hong Kong campus follows the Japanese National Curriculum as an overseas education.
When was Hong Kong Japanese School founded?
Hong Kong Japanese School was founded in 1966.
What accreditations does the school hold?
* HKJS is recognized as an **“overseas educational facility”** (在外教育施設) under Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). This status means its Japanese-curriculum programs abroad align with compulsory education.
