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Lantau International School - Cheung Sha Campus

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$79,100
Ages 4 - 5 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Lantau International School
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 22
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten
Introduction

Located in Upper Cheung Sha Village on South Lantau Island, the Reception campus of Lantau International School serves children aged four to five in a bilingual English–Mandarin environment. Following the British Early Years Foundation Stage framework, the programme focuses on early literacy, numeracy, creative arts, and social development through structured play and exploration. The seaside setting near Cheung Sha Beach allows for outdoor activities and nature-based learning as part of daily routines. Class sizes are limited to 22 students, ensuring close teacher support. Families can reach the campus via school bus routes and local transport from Tung Chung and Mui Wo, making it accessible while maintaining a peaceful coastal environment.

This campus is part of Lantau International School

No. 22, Upper Cheung Sha Village, Lantau Island, Hong Kong

The Essentials

Lantau International School - Cheung Sha Campus has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The Reception campus is located at 22 Upper Cheung Sha Village, Lantau Island, New Territories, Hong Kong. It lies near Cheung Sha Beach, one of Hong Kong’s longest stretches of sand, providing a calm and open coastal setting. The area is accessible via South Lantau Road, about 20–25 minutes by car from Tung Chung MTR Station, and is served by local bus routes and school buses. This campus accommodates the youngest students in the school’s bilingual Reception class.

Stages
This campus accommodates Reception students.

Type
Lantau International School is a co-educational day school offering classes from Reception through Primary 6.

Additional learning support
The school website does not outline a dedicated SEN programme or specialist staff.

Country affiliation
The school follows the British Curriculum and is not affiliated with any specific country.

Religious affiliation
Lantau International School is non-religious and operates independently of any faith organisation.

School day structure
Classes run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m., Monday to Friday. Students have a morning break and a lunch period during the school day.

Bus service
A dedicated school bus service operates between key South Lantau areas and all LIS campuses. The service is managed by Eastway Travel, and routes connect Tong Fuk with Cheung Sha, Mui Wo, and Tung Chung. Buses run daily before and after school and are open to all students.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are compulsory for all pupils. The summer uniform is green shorts, a short-sleeved green polo shirt, white socks and black or brown shoes; the winter uniform is long green trousers, a long-sleeved green polo shirt, white socks and black or brown shoes. The P.E. uniform is a green T-shirt, navy shorts and trainers, worn on Tuesdays and Fridays; hats are compulsory for outdoor activities.

Food Options
Children bring their own lunches. Non-perishable food is provided by parents; there are no cold rooms to store perishable items, and boiling water for instant meals is not provided.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned and run as a family business; it is unaffiliated and apolitical.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lantau International School - Cheung Sha Campus ranges from HKD 79,100 for 2026/27.

Application Fee: HKD 1,300 (non-refundable)
Capital Contribution Fund (CCF): Equivalent to three months’ tuition (fully refundable in three instalments if all fees are paid on time).

Annual Tuition Fees
Reception: HKD 79,100 per year (HKD 7,910 per month)

Note: Stationery and textbooks are included in tuition fees.

Other Costs:
* After-school clubs cost HKD 1,800 per 10 sessions.
* Uniform and bus fees are charged separately.

Billing and Payment Terms
* Fees are payable monthly from September to June (10 chargeable months).
* Payments are due on or before the 7th of each month via Direct Debit Authorisation or autopay.
* A 5 % late fee applies after the 7th; 10 % after the 16th of the month.

Refunds and Deductions
* The CCF is refunded in three instalments (May, June, July) if all fees are settled on time.
* No refunds for absences or suspension of classes by government order.
* If a student withdraws before the school year starts or during the year, the CCF is forfeited.

Payment Options:
* Direct Debit Authorisation (DDA) or autopay to the Bank of East Asia account. Cheques are accepted for clubs and activities; cash is not accepted.
Academics

Lantau International School - Cheung Sha Campus teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 4 to 5.

Curriculum
At the Cheung Sha campus, the Reception curriculum introduces young learners to the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Teaching is bilingual, with lessons in both English and Mandarin to build early literacy and communication skills. Children learn through play-based and interactive activities across language, numeracy, creative arts, and physical development. The program emphasises hands-on learning and exploration within a structured daily routine suited for ages four to five.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school website does not publish a dedicated SEL programme, named curriculum, or staff roles specific to SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN (including which needs it supports) or whether it is 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 dedicated mental-wellbeing programmes.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection policy.
Parent Experience

History
Lantau International School (LIS) was founded in 1995, making it one of the longer-established international primary schools on Lantau Island. The school has grown from a single campus in Tong Fuk to three campuses—Cheung Sha, Tong Fuk, and Pui O—serving Reception through Primary 6. It remains a privately owned institution, independently operated rather than part of a larger education group. Over time, LIS has maintained its focus on small class sizes and English-medium teaching following the British Curriculum.

Community
Lantau International School’s community is centred around its close-knit island setting, bringing together families from the local and expatriate populations of South Lantau. The school organises annual celebrations, outdoor activities, and whole-school events such as the Summer Reading Challenge and sports days. Outdoor learning is a regular feature, with students taking part in beach PE, hikes, and nature-based projects, reflecting the school’s connection to the surrounding environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or related events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
L.I.S. operates across three campuses on South Lantau: Cheung Sha (Reception), Tong Fuk (Lower Primary), and Pui O (Upper Primary). The Cheung Sha Reception Class space is 4,500 square feet. Each campus has ample private outdoor space for children to play outside the classrooms. The campus libraries hold over 5,000 books available to students. Classrooms feature interactive whiteboards, with computers and robots available from Primary 4, and the curriculum follows the British model with Mandarin instruction. After-school and summer clubs are available.

Sports Facilities
Regular P.E. classes on the beach are part of the curriculum. Outdoor activities include camping trips, hikes and nature lessons. All campuses have private outdoor space for play and learning. The learning approach emphasizes outdoor physical activity and nature-based education.

Academic Facilities
L.I.S. provides schooling in English from Reception Class to Primary 6, with a bilingual Mandarin-English Reception Class and Mandarin classes several times a week at primary level. The curriculum follows the British Curriculum and uses twice-yearly NFER assessments for Primary 1 to Primary 6. Core subjects include English, mathematics, science, with history, geography, art, physical education and music; from Primary 4 to Primary 6 there are weekly computer and coding lessons using robots. Mathletics supplements maths and daily reading is encouraged, with an annual summer Reading Challenge. Mandarin is integrated through a bilingual Reception Class and additional Mandarin instruction at primary level; outdoor learning includes beach PE, camping trips, hikes and nature lessons.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A variety of optional after-school clubs are offered during the term; clubs may vary year to year and are announced at the start of each trimester. The 2025-26 fee is HK$1,800 for 10 sessions. Holidays clubs include a summer club. External instructors can host clubs on LIS campuses and may be open to non-L.I.S. students; inquiries can be directed to the General Manager.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Lantau International School operates three low-rise campuses on South Lantau Island. The Cheung Sha campus houses Reception Classes, the Tong Fuk campus houses Lower Primary (Primary 1–3), and the Pui O campus houses Upper Primary (Primary 4–6). The school offers a high-quality British Curriculum with strong Mandarin instruction. It tests twice a year using assessments by the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER).

Cultural & Language
There are extensive Mandarin classes with a bilingual Reception Class, and the school uses English as the primary medium of instruction with additional Mandarin language learning integrated across the program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school emphasizes an affordable, family-friendly environment with a library of over 5,000 books and after-school and summer clubs. Class sizes are capped at 22 students in Reception and 24 students at primary levels. The campus supports outdoor and hands-on learning in a green environment.
Languages

Language Provision
Mandarin instruction is a strong component of the language program. The school uses the British Curriculum and serves students from Reception to Primary 6.
Reputation

Awards
The school does not publicly disclose any school-wide awards on its website for the past five years.

Accreditations
Registered school with Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB), Registration No. 518620
This registration confirms that the school is officially licensed to operate in Hong Kong and meets the Education Bureau’s regulatory standards for international primary education.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Parents start by completing the online registration form and paying a non-refundable application fee of HKD 1,300. Required documents (such as a birth certificate and, where applicable, school reports) must accompany the application. Applications can be made up to five years in advance.

2. Registration and Priority
Once payment is received, the child is added to the registration list. Priority is given to siblings of current LIS students; all other applicants are placed on a first-come, first-served basis. Families must reconfirm their application once each year by email to remain on the list.

3. Interview
When a space becomes available, the school invites the applicant for an interview with an LIS teacher. This includes a level assessment to ensure placement is appropriate to the child’s academic, social, and emotional development.

4. Offer and Acceptance
If the student is accepted, parents must pay the Capital Contribution Fund (CCF), equal to three months of tuition fees and return the signed Terms & Conditions Form and Statement of Waiver to confirm the place.

5. Payment and Enrolment
Tuition fees are paid monthly via Direct Debit Authorisation (DDA) or autopay. Once these steps are completed, enrolment is confirmed.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose any scholarships; limited financial assistance may be available upon request.

Waitlist
Lantau International School operates a waiting-list system, not a pool or lottery. Applicants are listed in order of application date, with sibling priority for current families. The list is reviewed and updated annually, and parents must reconfirm interest by email each year to keep their child’s place. If reconfirmation is missed, the application is removed, and a new one is required.
School Events
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