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Jockey Club Sarah Roe School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$139,000 - 181,100
Ages 5 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 70
Type Co-educational
Opened 1994
Bus Service Yes
Part of
English Schools Foundation
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ESF’s Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (JCSRS) in Homantin, Kowloon, serves students aged 5–19 in an English-medium setting dedicated to additional learning needs. The school delivers a bespoke, SEN-focused curriculum, with secondary students able to gain units through ASDAN and AQA accreditation. Therapy services—speech and language, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy—are integrated with teaching, supporting communication, independence, mobility, and sensory processing; facilities include a hydrotherapy pool. The timetable features structured learning blocks and regular assemblies, with an Enrichment programme offering rotating student clubs on alternate Fridays. Transport is supported by an ESF-managed school bus service with First-Aid-trained escorts. Campus information and comprehensive public transport guidance are provided on the school site. The Principal is Anna Smakowska. For fees, the school directs families to ESF’s central school fees page.

This campus is part of English Schools Foundation

2B Tin Kwong Rd, Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong.

The Essentials

Jockey Club Sarah Roe School has 70 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
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.

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

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

Additional learning support
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.

Country affiliation
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.

School day structure
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.

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

Boarding Arrangements
The school operates as a day school with transport options, including a school bus and private car drop-off and pick-up.

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is available for purchase online at Schooluniform.hk, with home delivery.

Food Options
Families provide the mid-morning snack and lunch between 12:30 and 1:30 pm. Meals should be healthy, nutritious, and nut-free. Reheating of meals is not available.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.
Fees

Annual tuition at Jockey Club Sarah Roe School ranges from HKD 139,000 to HKD 181,100 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A one-time application fee of HK$2,800 is required for all new applicants. Once a place is offered, families are billed an advance payment equal to one month’s tuition fee, credited toward the September bill. This acts as a non-refundable reservation fee for the next academic year.

There is no separate re-registration fee, as continuing enrolment is confirmed through the advance payment each year.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Curriculum Stream
Years 1–6: HK$139,000
Years 7–10: HK$181,100
Year 11: HK$159,400
Years 12–13: HK$167,600

Fees are charged annually and are generally billed in 10 monthly instalments (September to June). The advance payment made in August covers September’s tuition.

Additional Fees
A one-off Non-Refundable Capital Levy (NCL) is payable upon entry to the ESF system. The most recently published amount for new students joining ESF schools is HK$38,000 (subject to ESF policy updates).

Additional costs such as school uniform, stationery, off-site learning experiences, therapy services, and extracurricular activities are billed separately. Meals and insurance are not included in tuition fees.

Transportation Fees
A school bus service is available for JCSRS students. Routes and charges depend on location and are coordinated directly through the school’s bus coordinator and the ESF transport provider. Fees are invoiced monthly, and all buses are accompanied by First Aid-trained escorts.

Learning Support
Therapy support (speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy) is included as part of the school’s integrated SEN provision. Where additional, individualised assistance is required, parents may fund one-to-one support externally.

Sibling Discount
The ESF system offers a 10% discount on the non-refundable capital levy (NCL) for second and subsequent children enrolled in ESF schools. Tuition discounts are not publicly listed for JCSRS.

Refund Policy
The advance payment is credited toward the first month’s tuition and is non-refundable if a student does not take up the offered place. Other refunds (for deposits or capital levies) are handled under ESF’s standard financial policy.

Payment Options
Payments can be made via bank transfer, PPS (Payment by Phone Service), or direct debit through the ESF Billing Department. Families may contact for payment support.
Academics

Jockey Club Sarah Roe School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 19.

Curriculum
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.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
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.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.

Mental Wellbeing
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.

Safeguarding
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.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (JCSRS) was established in 1985 with just six students and two classrooms, originally operating within the ESF Therapy Centre. It was named after Sarah Roe, an occupational therapist who helped develop educational support for English-speaking children with additional needs in Hong Kong. The school was officially recognised by the Hong Kong Education Bureau in March 1994 and later moved to a purpose-built campus in 1996. Over the years, JCSRS has expanded its provision and completed a major campus renovation in 2024 to further enhance learning and therapy spaces.

Community
JCSRS hosts a variety of community and cultural events throughout the school year, including whole-school assemblies, an annual art exhibition, Lunar New Year celebrations, and school theatre performances. The school also collaborates with other ESF schools to promote inclusion and community engagement. These events encourage interaction among students, families, and staff, strengthening the school’s supportive and inclusive community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The JCSRS Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is an active group of parents and staff who support the school through fundraising and event organisation. The PTA helps fund new equipment and resources, such as play structures and gym items, and organizes community events, including the annual Walkathon and Christmas Fundraiser. They also assist with social gatherings that bring together families and staff to build connections within the school community. The PTA meets regularly to plan activities and maintain open communication between parents and the school leadership.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ESF Jockey Club Sarah Roe School is an English-medium school for students aged 5 to 19 with a wide range of learning needs. Through generous support from the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the campus provides facilities to keep students happy, engaged and learning. The campus includes eight classrooms and specialist rooms, including a hydrotherapy pool, a soft playroom, and a sensory integration room. It is located in Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, at 2B Tin Kwong Road, sharing the campus with ESF King George V School and near ESF Kowloon Junior School. Phase 2 renovation is complete and introduced spaces aligned with curriculum and autism-friendly design principles under the Autism ASPECTSS Design Index.

Sports Facilities
Hydrotherapy pool on campus supports therapy and swimming activities. After-school Extra-Curricular Activities include football, rugby, and swimming lessons. The school hosts Sports Day as a whole-school event. The school participates in cross-school sports days and ESF-wide sports activities.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is personalised, progressive, and focused on global competencies. JCSRS offers Curriculum Pathways, Vocational Learning, and Therapy Support. The secondary curriculum includes vocational learning with emphasis on independent living, communication, job skills, and career planning, with job coaching support. The therapy team collaborates with teachers to empower students and provide direct and indirect services addressing development. The campus includes eight classrooms and specialist rooms to support learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The after-school Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) are led by teachers and external providers. ECAs include football, rugby, and swimming lessons, arts and crafts, and e-sport clubs. Whole-school events include Sports Day, the Christmas Show, Lunar New Year celebrations, and Art Exhibitions. Off-site trips and partnerships, inclusion with other ESF schools, reading buddies, CAS volunteers, and ESF-wide events provide additional learning experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses a bespoke curriculum designed to be personalised, progressive and challenging for all learners. It is built around six Global Competencies: Communication, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Citizenship, Character, and Creativity. The curriculum is pathway-driven and delivered through taught subjects across five pathways: Foundation, Builders, Explorers, Life Skills, and Vocational Pathway. Vocational Learning for post-16 learners focuses on independent living, communication, job skills and career planning, with job coaching support. The therapy team collaborates with teachers to address development, and learning is designed to reflect the whole person with strong links to therapeutic interventions.

Arts & Creative
Subject teaching includes Literacy, Numeracy, Independence, Citizenship, RSE, Creative Arts, Physical Education, The World Around Me, Play, Recreation and Leisure, Vocational Education and Digital Literacy. The Creative Arts programme includes weekly visual and expressive arts lessons, and student talent is celebrated through whole-school events. The curriculum integrates therapeutic practices within subjects to support learning and personal development.

Community & Service
The school emphasises collaborative partnerships with staff, families and the wider community to support holistic growth. It promotes a culture of belonging, dignity and respect, with wellbeing and engagement central to daily life. The school's approach prioritises student happiness, independence and engagement as part of everyday learning.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is central to the school's philosophy, with neuro-affirming practices that promote diversity and a sense of belonging. The three guiding pillars are: everyone learning, everyone happy, and everyone engaged. The school provides two designated Physical Education lessons per week and uses facilities including a swimming pool; learning activities take place across gymnasium, hall, playground and other spaces.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. English-medium instruction is applied across the curriculum.
Reputation

Accreditations
Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS): This shows the school has met internationally recognised standards for school performance and continuous improvement.
Admissions

Admissions
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.

Scholarships
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.

Waitlist
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.
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