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Strengths Performing Arts, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Kindergarten
Introduction
International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) is a kindergarten and primary campus in Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po, serving around 400 students. The school follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and teaches in English, with daily Mandarin lessons using traditional characters. Distinctive for its outdoor learning, the campus sits in a green valley with a giant natural playing field, a mini-forest (Miyawaki method), and dedicated outdoor classrooms, used for activities such as shelter building, outdoor science and woodworking. Students join choir, drama and an annual musical, alongside gardening club, student council, sports, day trips and progressive camps in Years 3–6. Families use a school bus network across New Territories and beyond.
ICHK Kindergarten and Primary has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) is located in Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po, in the New Territories of Hong Kong. The school is surrounded by greenery and is easily accessible by road, with school bus routes covering nearby areas. It sits about 30 minutes from central Kowloon and 40 minutes from Hong Kong Island.
Stages
ICHK Hong Lok Yuen offers education from Playgroup and Kindergarten through to Primary (Year 6). Students completing Year 6 progress to ICHK Secondary in Sha Tau Kok.
Type
The school is co-educational day school.
Additional learning support
ICHK HLY provides individualised support for students with additional learning needs through its Student Support team. This includes in-class assistance, differentiation, and collaboration between teachers, parents, and specialists to help every student participate fully in the IB Primary Years Programme.
Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.
Religious affiliation
ICHK HLY has no religious affiliation.
School day structure
The school day typically runs from around 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., with scheduled morning and lunch breaks. Kindergarten hours may vary slightly for part-time and full-time options.
Bus service
A school bus service is available, operating multiple routes across Hong Kong, including Tai Po, New Territories, and Kowloon. The service is managed by an external provider in coordination with the school, and families can choose from morning and afternoon pick-up and drop-off options.
Fees
Annual tuition at ICHK Kindergarten and Primary ranges from HKD 25,170 to HKD 145,110 for 2026/27.
Application and Assessment Fees
Application Charge: HKD 1,850 per student Assessment Interview Charge: HKD 800 per student These are non-refundable and paid when submitting the application and upon acceptance of an interview respectively.
Capital Levies
One-off Capital Levy: HKD 75,000 per student (paid once upon enrolment) Annual Capital Levy: HKD 20,500 per student (payable each school year) Funds support campus and facility upgrades through the school association.
Tuition Fees (non-refundable and non-transferable)
Pre-Nursery (3 afternoons per week): HKD 25,170 per year (Autumn HKD 12,585 × 2 terms) Part-time Nursery: HKD 83,500 per year (Autumn HKD 33,400 + Spring HKD 25,050 + Summer HKD 25,050) Full-time Nursery – Year 6: HKD 145,110 per year (Autumn HKD 58,050 + Spring HKD 43,530 + Summer HKD 43,530)
Billing and Payment Terms Fees are invoiced termly and must be paid by the date on each invoice. Fees may be prorated for mid-year starts but are not reduced for absences. A full term’s written notice is required for withdrawal.
Other Costs Additional costs include school camps, uniforms, bus transport (paid directly to provider), and any individual learning support if required. The school lists an EAL Intensive charge of HKD 4,725 per month and Special Needs Support Assistant at HKD 300 per hour.
Refund and Payment Methods All fees are non-refundable and payable in Hong Kong Dollars. Payments may be made by bank transfer; monthly plans can be arranged upon application to the Head of School.
Academics
ICHK Kindergarten and Primary teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 2 to 11.
Curriculum
The curriculum at International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), providing a framework for inquiry-based learning from Kindergarten to Year 6. Teaching is conducted in English, with daily Mandarin lessons using traditional Chinese characters. The programme emphasises the development of knowledge and skills across six transdisciplinary themes, connecting subjects such as language, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, and personal, social and physical education. In the Early Years (Playgroup and Kindergarten), the curriculum focuses on play-based learning and early literacy and numeracy skills, supporting children’s transition into formal schooling. As part of a through-train system, Year 6 graduates typically continue to ICHK Secondary, where the IB Middle Years Programme begins. Outdoor education, sustainability projects, and creative arts are integrated throughout the primary years to enrich classroom learning.
The ICHK group embraces Positive Psychology and the PERMA model across its schools as a key framework for student well-being. Their “5+1 pastoral model” is used to structure emotional and social support, and all staff are trained in it.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school discloses that student support charges apply when individual support is needed. The school also states that it aims to be a “nurturing environment” in which all students “feel cared for and can flourish,” but it does not give a full public list of which SEN types are supported.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The provides EAL but does not, however, publicly detail the precise format or levels of that support (e.g. pull-out groups, class integration) on the ICHK (Primary) site.
Mental Wellbeing
ICHK describes that student well-being is “at the very centre of school life,” with structured staff training in well-being principles and models (like PERMA). The pastoral framework (5+1) is used to foster environments for emotional growth and resilience.
Safeguarding
International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) states its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The school requires all staff and applicants to undergo child protection screening and background checks as part of its recruitment process. This reflects compliance with international safeguarding standards in education. However, the school does not publicly disclose detailed safeguarding or child protection policies, including specific reporting procedures or staff training information.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit an Online Application Families begin the admissions process by completing the online application form available on the ICHK Hong Lok Yuen (HLY) website. A non-refundable application fee of HKD 1,850 per student must be paid at the time of submission. Parents are required to upload supporting documents such as the child’s birth certificate, passport, and recent school reports.
2. Application Review and Assessment Invitation Once the application is received, the admissions team reviews the documents and contacts eligible applicants to arrange an assessment interview. An Assessment Interview Charge of HKD 800 per student applies. The assessment aims to understand the child’s learning needs, readiness, and English language ability in line with the IB Primary Years Programme.
3. Interview and School Visit Applicants and parents are invited to meet with the Head of School or relevant staff. For early years applicants, play-based sessions are used to observe interaction and development. Primary applicants may participate in classroom activities to assess communication and social engagement.
4. Offer of Placement Successful applicants receive a formal offer letter from the school. To secure the place, parents must pay the One-off Capital Levy (HKD 75,000) and the first term’s tuition fee. Placement is confirmed only after payment and submission of all required documentation.
5. Orientation and Enrolment Before the start of term, new families are invited to orientation sessions introducing the school community and daily routines. The Annual Capital Levy (HKD 20,500) is billed each school year. Parents also receive information about uniforms, transport, and communication channels.
Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose any scholarship or bursary programmes on its website. However, it notes that families experiencing financial difficulty in paying school fees may contact the Head of School in confidence to discuss potential arrangements or support.
Waitlist
ICHK Hong Lok Yuen does not publicly describe the use of a formal waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages. Placement availability is subject to class capacity at the time of application, and successful candidates are notified directly following assessment and review.
FAQs
What ages does ICHK- Primary serve?
ICHK- Primary serves students aged 2 to 11.
What curriculum does ICHK- Primary follow?
The curriculum at International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), providing a framework for inquiry-based learning from Kindergarten to Year 6. Teaching is.
Where is ICHK- Primary located?
International College Hong Kong – Hong Lok Yuen (ICHK HLY) is located in Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po, in the New Territories of Hong Kong. The school is surrounded by greenery and is easily accessible by road, with school bus routes covering nearby areas..
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and Assessment Fees**
* *Application Charge:* HKD 1,850 per student
* *Assessment Interview Charge:* HKD 800 per student
These are non-refundable and paid when submitting the application and upon acceptance of an interview.
How many students attend ICHK- Primary?
The school has approximately 400 students.
What languages are taught?
The school follows the IB Primary Years Programme and operates as a bilingual/multilingual learning environment. It provides one period of Chinese (Mandarin) per day, using Traditional Chinese characters. Mandarin instruction is differentiated by.
How does the admissions process work?
1. **Submit an Online Application**
Families begin the admissions process by completing the **online application form** available on the ICHK Hong Lok Yuen (HLY) website. A **non-refundable application fee of HKD 1,850 per student** must be paid.
What facilities does the school have?
ICHK HLY's facilities include a mix of indoor classrooms and expansive outdoor spaces for learning. Outdoor features include The Jungle Dome, Climbing Frame, Wobbly Footbridge and Floating Beam, Rhythmist, Imagination Playground, The Mini Forest,.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The International Primary School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme to develop a meaningful and engaging curriculum. Inquiry is central to learning, with a balance of child-initiated inquiry and teacher-guided experiences;.
When was ICHK- Primary founded?
ICHK- Primary was founded in 1984.
What accreditations does the school hold?
* **IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)** – The school is authorised by the *International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO)* to deliver the PYP, an inquiry-based curriculum framework for students aged 3–12.
* **ChildSafeguarding.com Recognised.
