Jockey Club Sarah Roe School

The school is situated in the Ho Man Tin area of Kowloon, a central and easily accessible district of Hong Kong. Families can reach the campus by several major bus routes along Argyle Street and Prince Edward Road, as well as nearby green minibuses. The location offers convenient links to neighbouring Kowloon districts and the wider city.

JCSRS serves children and young people aged 5 to 19 years, providing an all-through education from early primary through to post-16 programmes.

This is a co-educational day school (no boarding offering is publicly indicated) that specialises in supporting students with additional learning needs.

The school is designed specifically for students with special educational needs and additional learning requirements. It features rooms such as a hydrotherapy pool, soft-play and sensory integration areas, and provides therapy support (speech & language, occupational, physiotherapy) integrated into learning.

JCSRS is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) network in Hong Kong; it is locally governed under ESF in Hong Kong and is not directly affiliated with a foreign country’s curriculum system.

The school day runs Monday to Friday; standard hours reported are from 8:45 am to 2:45 pm according to the official Hong Kong Education Bureau profile.

Yes, the school does provide a bus service. According to the EDB profile, a school bus service is available.

Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (JCSRS) offers a bespoke, SEN-focused curriculum tailored to meet the needs of students aged 5 to 19. Learning is organised through developmental pathways: Foundation and Builders, Integrated Life Skills and Independent Living & Learning, and Post-16. Each pathway supports communication, independence, and functional academic skills through personalised learning goals. Secondary students work towards accredited qualifications through the ASDAN and AQA Unit Award Scheme, recognising achievement in life skills and academic areas. Therapy services—including speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy—are integrated throughout the curriculum to enhance access and participation. The programme also includes regular enrichment activities and community-based learning to build confidence and independence beyond the classroom.

Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (JCSRS) embeds social and emotional learning across its curriculum through daily routines, therapy sessions, and enrichment activities. The school’s Wellbeing programme promotes resilience, positive relationships, and emotional health, supported by dedicated staff and an on-site School Nurse. Students participate in structured wellbeing sessions that focus on healthy nutrition, exercise, and emotional regulation. Collaboration with the Hong Kong Department of Health provides access to services such as the Student Health Service, School Dental Care Service, and Immunisation Programme. These provisions aim to build confidence, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills as part of everyday learning.

JCSRS is a specialist SEN school for students aged 5 to 19 with a wide range of learning needs, including cognitive, physical, sensory, and communication difficulties. The school offers integrated speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy, all delivered through a collaborative model alongside teachers and educational assistants. Learning is tailored through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and supported by specialist facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, and soft play areas. Students at the secondary level can gain accreditation through ASDAN and the AQA Unit Award Scheme (UAS). The curriculum and therapy programmes work together to foster independence, life skills, and meaningful community participation.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.

The school’s Wellbeing programme highlights emotional resilience, physical health, and healthy living. A School Nurse oversees medical and health support for all students, while well-being education includes topics such as nutrition, exercise, and emotional balance. The school also facilitates student participation in the Student Health Service and School Dental Care Service, ensuring access to preventative healthcare. Mental well-being is supported through structured routines, social-emotional activities, and a focus on safety and belonging within the school environment.

JCSRS follows the ESF Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, aligned with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Hong Kong legislation. Two trained Child Protection Officers (the Principal and Vice Principal) oversee safeguarding at the school. Policies are developed with reference to international frameworks, including Keeping Children Safe and the International Task Force on Child Protection. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and the school promotes a culture where students’ wellbeing and safety are actively monitored and supported.

1. Initial Enquiry and School Tour
Families interested in applying first contact the JCSRS Admissions Office to request an appointment or arrange a tour. This initial visit allows parents to learn about the school’s specialist environment, therapy integration, and suitability for their child’s learning profile. During the tour, staff provide information about the school’s curriculum, therapy support, and the ESF admissions and review process.

2. Online Application Submission
Applications are submitted through the ESF online admissions portal under the “Learning Support / JCSRS” section. Parents select JCSRS as their preferred school and pay a non-refundable application fee. Supporting documents, including recent educational assessments, Individual Education Plans (if available), and therapy or psychological reports, must be uploaded at this stage.

3. Admissions and Review Process (ARP)
After submission, each applicant is assessed through the ESF Admissions and Review Process (ARP. This process determines whether a student’s needs align with the provision at JCSRS or one of ESF’s mainstream schools. The ARP panel—consisting of educational psychologists, therapists, and school leaders—reviews submitted reports and may invite the student for observation or assessment. Placement decisions are based on the ESF Levels of Adjustment Framework, which categorises learning support requirements from mild to complex.

4. Offer and Transition Planning
Families whose child is offered a place receive a formal written offer from the ESF Centre. The school then develops a personalised transition plan in collaboration with parents, which may include phased classroom visits, orientation sessions, and meetings with the therapy and teaching teams. This ensures a smooth start and allows staff to understand the student’s individual learning style, communication preferences, and support needs.

5. Acceptance and Payment
To confirm the place, parents complete acceptance documents and pay an advance payment equal to one month’s tuition fee, which is credited toward the first billing cycle. This advance payment secures the enrolment for the upcoming academic year. Once fees are processed through ESF’s Billing Department, the school finalises transport and orientation arrangements before the student’s start date.

JCSRS does not offer merit-based or academic scholarships. However, families enrolled in ESF schools may apply to the ESF Financial Assistance Scheme, which provides temporary tuition support for families facing unexpected financial hardship within the previous 12 months. Applications are assessed centrally by ESF Centre, and eligibility is determined based on household income and supporting documentation.

JCSRS operates a waiting list system rather than a pool. When places are full, applications remain active on the waiting list according to the date of submission and the child’s assessed level of adjustment. Priority may be given to siblings of current ESF students and residents within the catchment area. Waitlisted families are contacted if a suitable placement becomes available following ARP recommendations.