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King George V School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$159,400 - 181,100
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1950
Type Co-educational
Opened 1894
Bus Service Yes
Part of
English Schools Foundation
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

KGV is an English-medium secondary school in Homantin, Kowloon, serving students aged 11–18. The curriculum progresses from the IB Middle Years Programme in Years 7–9 to GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC in Years 10–11, and then to the IB Diploma Programme, the IB Career-related Programme, or BTEC in Years 12–13; IBDP and BTEC classes are capped at 16. Modern languages offered include French, Spanish, German, and Chinese. Facilities and opportunities highlighted by the school include extensive sports provision and a structured co-curricular programme. Community engagement is a distinctive feature: KGV runs sustained partnerships with local NGOs through Community Service and CAS, alongside an active student leadership framework.

This campus is part of English Schools Foundation

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

The Essentials

King George V School has 1,950 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
KGV is situated in the Homantin area of Kowloon, a well-connected neighbourhood in Hong Kong. The school is easily accessible by public transport, with nearby MTR stations and several bus and minibus routes. The website provides clear information on directions and travel options for families.

Stages
KGV serves secondary school students from Year 7 to Year 13, typically ages 11 to 18. The school’s structure covers lower secondary (Years 7–9), middle years (Years 10–11), and senior years (Years 12–13).

Type
KGV is a co-educational day school. The school does not operate boarding facilities, and all students attend on a day-school basis.

Pupil Nationality Mix
International, with over 35 cultures and backgrounds represented.

Additional learning support
Support for additional learning needs is provided through a Response to Intervention (RTI) framework and a pastoral care system that includes counsellors, social workers, and Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs). This structure aims to help students with a range of learning and well-being needs.

Country affiliation
KGV is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), an English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation
The school has no stated religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day typically runs from 8:15 am to 3:20 pm, Monday through Friday. On Mondays, bus pick-up times differ slightly, and the Learning Resource Centre and canteen remain open for students after classes.

Bus service
A bus service is available for students, organised through external transport providers.
Diving Deeper

House System
KGV has a four-house system: Crozier (Green), Nightingale (Yellow), Rowell (Blue), Upsdell (Red). Tutor groups are organised by houses and the Inter-house Cup runs across the year with house points; House Captains are elected and there are student representatives (Year 9 and Year 10–11) supporting the House system.

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 King George V School ranges from HKD 159,400 to HKD 181,100 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,800 is required for all new applicants. Once an offer is made, a refundable deposit equivalent to two months of tuition must be paid to secure the place. Half of this deposit is credited toward the first month’s tuition, and the remaining half is credited toward the final month if appropriate notice of withdrawal is given.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Years 7 – 10: HKD 181,100
Year 11: HKD 159,400
Years 12 – 13: HKD 167,600

Fees are billed in 10 equal monthly instalments and paid by direct debit. Fees are payable for any month in which a student attends classes for at least one day.

Additional Fees
Uniforms, stationery, and examination fees (for GCSE, IGCSE, IB, and BTEC) are billed separately. Parents may also be charged for school trips, activities, or optional services. There are no boarding or meal plan fees, as the school operates on a day-school basis.

Refund Policy
The application fee is non-refundable. The refundable portion of the deposit is returned once all outstanding payments are cleared and proper notice is given. Monthly tuition fees are not refunded for partial attendance or school closures.

Payment Options
All fees are payable through bank direct debit, as required by the English Schools Foundation. Other payment methods, such as cash or card, are not accepted.
Academics

King George V School teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Years 7–9, offering a broad range of subjects including languages, sciences, humanities, design, and the arts. In Years 10–11, students work toward Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE qualifications, with the option to pursue BTEC Level 2 vocational courses. In the senior years (Years 12–13), students can choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), or BTEC Level 3 qualifications. Instruction throughout the school is in English, with additional language options that include French, German, Spanish, and Chinese. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced academic and vocational pathway across all secondary levels.

Student Teacher Ratio
Approximately 11:1

Exam Results
2026 exam results: IB Diploma – 99% pass rate, with an average score of 36.7 points; 29% achieved 40+ points and seven students achieved 45/45. GCSE/IGCSE – 95.5% of grades were 9–4/A*–C, while 64.5% of Edexcel and AQA grades were 9–7 and 60% of Cambridge grades were A*–A.

Higher Education Progression
85.3% of the Class of 2025 enrolled in higher education institutions worldwide.

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
KGV encourages students to reach out to the school’s counselling team or their Tutors for support with social, emotional, or academic challenges. The school has a group of Student Wellbeing Ambassadors who promote peer support and wellbeing across the campus. Regular wellbeing surveys are conducted to help monitor student welfare, and on-site healthcare professionals are available to assist students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
KGV does not publicly provide a detailed description of the types of Special Educational Needs it supports.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme or specific EAL support services.

Mental Wellbeing
KGV provides counselling services and access to self-help resources for students experiencing emotional or mental health challenges. The school also shares information about external helplines and wellbeing services for additional support outside of school hours.

Safeguarding
The school has a published Safeguarding and Wellbeing policy outlining the responsibilities of Tutors, Heads of Year, and counsellors in student care. Confidentiality is emphasised, and clear procedures are in place for students to seek help or report concerns.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
KGV traces its origins to 1894, when it was first established as the Kowloon British School, Hong Kong’s first government secondary school on the Kowloon Peninsula. After being renamed the Central British School in 1936, the campus was heavily damaged during World War II and reopened in 1946. The school adopted its current name, King George V School, in 1948 to mark its renewed post-war beginning. Since 1979, KGV has been part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), which oversees governance, staffing, and curriculum standards across its network of international schools in Hong Kong.

Community
KGV has an active and diverse school community that emphasizes student leadership, service, and extracurricular participation. The school’s house system promotes collaboration through inter-house sports, arts, and service events. Annual community initiatives, such as charity drives and cultural activities, encourage students to engage with local organisations and celebrate shared values across different backgrounds.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The KGV Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) plays an important role in fostering communication and cooperation between families and the school. It organises community-building events such as seasonal fairs, fundraisers, and student socials, helping to strengthen parent involvement in school life. The PTSA also contributes to school improvement projects and supports academic and well-being initiatives through fundraising. Parent volunteers often assist in school activities and represent family interests in the School Council. This structure ensures that parents, teachers, and students have a collaborative voice in the school’s ongoing development.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has extensive sports facilities. The ESF provides English-medium, international education. The curriculum is international for Years 7-13. In Years 7-9, students study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). In Years 10-11, courses follow GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC; in Years 12-13, students may study the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC pathway.

Sports Facilities
Sports programs foster teamwork, discipline, and healthy, active lifestyles. Interhouse fosters identity, pride, and positive competition. Student leadership and school events support athletic and competitive activities.

Academic Facilities
The school offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Years 7-9. In Years 10-11, GCSE/IGCSE or BTEC curricula are offered. In Years 12-13, students may study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC vocational pathway, with small classes capped at 16.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Arts department offers music concerts, art exhibitions, and other nurturing experiences. Challenge Week provides immersive, experiential learning across creative, active, and service activities. Interhouse and Student Leadership foster school identity and student involvement.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides a personalised, English-medium learning experience within the ESF network. Years 7-9 study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and prepare for IGCSE, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). Years 10-11 follow the British GCSE, IGCSE or BTEC curricula, with final exams and coursework typically completed in May or June of Year 11. Years 12-13 offer either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a vocational pathway centred on BTEC qualifications, with IBDP and BTEC classes capped at 16 students to maintain small, supportive classes.

Arts & Creative
The arts department provides diverse creative outlets. Students participate in music concerts, art exhibitions and other nurturing experiences that develop their talents. The program supports drama, visual arts and related creative activities.

Cultural & Language
Language Acquisition includes Chinese, French, Spanish and German. Language and Literature covers English and Chinese, with World Language and Literature also offered. The ESF network sustains a diverse, multicultural community with students from many nationalities.

Social & Hobbies
Sports facilities and programs support teamwork, discipline, and healthy, active lifestyles. Challenge Week offers immersive, experiential learning across creative, active and service activities. The Interhouse system and student leadership roles foster identity, pride, and positive peer relationships. School events and clubs provide opportunities to engage with the wider school community.

Community & Service
Challenge Week includes service activities as part of its immersive learning. Community Service is emphasised within ESF schools, with volunteering opportunities integrated into school life. Students participate in community service projects coordinated by KGV and its partners.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership shapes KGV's culture through student-led initiatives and roles. The school operates a House system that fosters identity, pride, and positive competition. Student leaders collaborate with the administration to drive initiatives, events and improvements across the school. Leadership development opportunities support skills relevant to university and career pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Tutors play a vital role in supporting students' holistic development. Family Support Structure ensures open communication between students and families, with counsellors and tutors providing personalised support. Well-being is promoted and integrated into daily school life, with ongoing improvements based on student feedback and data analysis. Safeguarding and student wellbeing are central to daily practice, with on-site safeguarding officers and related policies.
Languages

Language Provision
The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest English-medium international school network in Hong Kong. The MYP is used for Years 7-9. Years 10-11 follow the British GCSE, IGCSE, or BTEC curricula. Years 12-13 offer either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or a BTEC vocational pathway, with IBDP and BTEC classes capped at 16.
Reputation

Accreditations
International Baccalaureate (IB) Organisation: Accreditation by the IB allows KGV to offer the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP), ensuring internationally recognised academic and assessment standards.

English Schools Foundation (ESF): KGV is part of Hong Kong’s ESF network, which oversees curriculum quality, governance, and teacher development across its family of international schools.

Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB): The school is registered under the EDB, confirming that it meets Hong Kong’s official education regulations and operational standards for international secondary schools.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Parents apply online through the English Schools Foundation (ESF) admissions portal during the published application period. A non-refundable application fee must be paid at the time of submission, and each applicant receives an application number for tracking.

2. Assessment and Interview
Applicants may be invited to complete an age-appropriate assessment and, in some cases, a short interview. This helps the school determine readiness for an English-medium learning environment and ensure appropriate placement within the ESF system.

3. Offer of Place
Successful applicants receive an official offer by email. To secure the place, parents must pay a refundable deposit equivalent to two months’ tuition within the stated deadline and submit the required enrolment documents.

4. Registration and Confirmation
Once payment and paperwork are complete, the child’s enrolment is confirmed. Families receive information about orientation, uniforms, and school bus registration before the start of the term.

5. Transition and Induction
Before classes begin, the school organises induction sessions to help new students settle into the academic and social environment. Orientation materials and support details are shared through the parent portal.

Scholarships
The KGV Ezra-Abraham Scholarship Programme offers scholarships in:

-Academic achievement
-Visual Arts: Art and Media
-Performing Arts: Music and Theatre
-STEM
-Innovation and Entrepreneurship
-Sports
-Community Service
-Leadership

Year 9 students may apply for the Academic Scholarship, while Year 11 students may apply across all categories and can submit applications for multiple scholarships.

Waitlist
KGV operates a waitlist for applications received after the central enrolment window or when year groups reach capacity. Students are placed on the waitlist according to ESF priority categories (such as current ESF siblings or corporate debenture holders) and the date of application. Offers are made as spaces become available, following the same priority guidelines.
School Events
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