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Bertrand Ferret
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, French Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
FIS’s Chai Wan Campus serves Early Years and selected Primary classes in both French and International Streams. The campus page lists around 230 students, 10 classes, and 30 teachers, with facilities that include a sports field, multipurpose room, library, and canteen. In the International Stream, children follow the IEYC in Nursery/Reception and the IPC in Primary, with classes taught in English and French added as a foreign language. The French Stream follows the French national curriculum, and at kindergarten level the school offers an Immersive Bilingual pathway co-taught in French and English. Extracurricular options for younger learners include arts, drama, choir, chess, coding, Mandarin, and gardening, among others.
This campus is part ofFrench International School of Hong Kong
1 Cheung Man Rd, Chai Wan, Hong Kong
The Essentials
Lyc'ee Francais International French International School (Chai Wan Campus) has 230 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, French.
Location
The Chai Wan Campus of the French International School is located at 1 Cheung Man Road, Chai Wan, on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. The campus sits near the Chai Wan MTR Station and is accessible by several public bus routes. It is in a mainly residential area that offers convenient transport links to Quarry Bay, Taikoo Shing, and other key family neighbourhoods. The campus includes open play areas, a sports field, and a canteen.
Stages
Chai Wan Campus serves Early Years and lower Primary students from both the French Stream (Petite Section to Grande Section) and the International Stream (Nursery to Year 1). The campus will expand to include Year 2 from 2026/27. Classes focus on early literacy, numeracy, and bilingual learning through play and thematic activities.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
Additional learning support
The school provides support for students who may need additional help through its Student Services and Health Services teams, which operate across all campuses. Support includes counselling, well-being programmes, and coordination with external professionals when needed.
Country affiliation
The school has affiliation with France via the French national curriculum stream and is linked with the French education system.
Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation.
School day structure
The Chai Wan Campus day begins at 8:30 am and ends at 3:15 pm. Lunch and snack breaks are built into the daily timetable, and the school canteen provides meals via an independent provider, Compass Group. Buses depart approximately 10–15 minutes after classes finish.
Bus service
A dedicated school bus service operates to and from Chai Wan Campus. Services are provided by independent bus companies, and parents enrol directly with the operator. Routes cover major residential areas on Hong Kong Island.
Fees
Annual tuition at Lyc'ee Francais International French International School (Chai Wan Campus) ranges from HKD 146,093 to HKD 161,373 for 2026/27.
Application and Admission Fees An application fee of HK $ 2,200 per student is payable upon submission. An assessment fee of HK $ 1,000 applies for both French and International Stream applicants. Once an offer is made, a non-refundable advance payment of HK $ 25,000 confirms the place. Every student must hold a debenture—either a Corporate Debenture (HK $ 250,000) or a Private Debenture (HK $ 120,000), the latter refundable at nominal value with a HK $ 5,000 administrative fee.
Tuition Fees (Early Years – Lower Primary)
French Stream (Maternelle – Petite/Moyenne Sections): HK $ 146,093 (gross) | HK $ 143,340 (net). Term 1 HK $ 58,437 | Term 2 HK $ 43,828 | Term 3 HK $ 43,828. French Stream (Grande Section): HK $ 151,218 (gross) | HK $ 148,340 (net). Term 1 HK $ 60,488 | Term 2 HK $ 45,365 | Term 3 HK $ 45,365. International Stream (Nursery–Reception): HK $ 151,984 (gross) | HK $ 149,120 (net). Term 1 HK $ 60,794 | Term 2 HK $ 45,595 | Term 3 HK $ 45,595. International Stream (Year 1): HK $ 161,373 (gross) | HK $ 158,330 (net). Term 1 HK $ 64,549 | Term 2 HK $ 48,412 | Term 3 HK $ 48,412.
Billing and Payment Terms Invoices are issued three times per academic year and must be paid within 30 days. Tuition is non-refundable once a term begins; partial pro-rating applies for late arrivals. Families with multiple children enrolled receive 10 % off for a third child and 15 % off for a fourth and subsequent child.
Other Costs Uniforms, including the mandatory PE uniform, are purchased directly from approved suppliers. Extra-curricular activities, field trips, and optional materials (e.g., yearbooks or UCAS services) are billed separately.
Payment Options Payments are made primarily by direct debit. Cheque or bank transfer may be accepted at the school’s discretion, with all transfer and foreign exchange charges borne by the payer.
Academics
Lyc'ee Francais International French International School (Chai Wan Campus) teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 6.
Curriculum
The French International School – Chai Wan Campus offers both French and International Stream programmes designed for Early Years and Lower Primary students. In the French Stream, children follow the French national curriculum (Programme de l’Éducation Nationale Française), with a focus on language development, early numeracy, and discovery-based learning. Classes are conducted mainly in French, with opportunities for bilingual learning through the Immersive Bilingual programme, where English and French are co-taught. In the International Stream, the school follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in Nursery and Reception, and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in Year 1. These programmes are taught in English, introducing structured literacy and numeracy through thematic, inquiry-based learning. Across both streams, students explore creative arts, music, movement, and sports as part of a well-rounded early education that builds foundational academic and social skills.
The French International School supports students’ social and emotional development through its Student Services and Health Services teams, which work across all campuses, including Chai Wan. These teams focus on health, citizenship, and well-being education, incorporating activities around sleep, nutrition, organisation, and bullying awareness. Teachers and educational assistants collaborate to help children develop self-regulation, cooperation, and empathy within the classroom environment. The approach is integrated into everyday routines and learning themes rather than being taught as a standalone programme.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides limited support for students with special educational needs in a mainstream setting. Support is coordinated through the Student Services team, which may involve individual assessments and collaboration with external specialists such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, or psychologists when necessary. The school is not a specialist SEN institution, and enrolment depends on the school’s capacity to provide appropriate support at the time of application.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding specific English as an Additional Language (EAL) support or dedicated EAL programmes for its International Stream students.
Mental Wellbeing
Students have access to the school’s Health Services team, which includes health assistants and counsellors providing daily care and emotional support. Confidential appointments can be made with a student counsellor to address personal or academic concerns. The team also works with teachers to monitor student well-being and promote positive habits around physical health and emotional balance.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are embedded in the school’s Student Services and Health Services framework. Each campus, including Chai Wan, has designated staff responsible for attendance, health matters, and student welfare. The school maintains structured procedures for communication between parents and staff and promotes a caring, secure environment where concerns can be reported and addressed appropriately.
1. Application Submission: Parents select the appropriate stream (French or International) and complete the online application form. Along with required documents (birth certificate/passport, visa status, recent school reports), parents pay the non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,200.
2. Assessment and Interview: Applicants may be invited for an assessment or interview relevant to the child’s age group; the school’s Admissions Committee then reviews reports, assessment outcomes and space availability.
3. Offer of Place: If a place is offered, parents must accept by paying a non-refundable advance deposit of HKD 25,000 and fulfil the debenture requirement (HKD 120,000 private or HKD 250,000 corporate).
4. Enrolment & Onboarding: Following acceptance, the school provides a “Back-to-School” checklist including uniform, bus arrangements, health forms and orientation details.
5. Campus Allocation: For Chai Wan Campus, offer of place and stream allocation are confirmed once the Admissions Committee has approved, and parents receive logins and start-dates.
Waitlist
The school operates a waiting-pool system for both the French and International Streams. When an application is successful but no immediate place is available, the student is placed in a pool. When a vacancy arises, offers are made according to priority criteria—such as sibling enrolment, debenture status, and language stream.
FAQs
What programmes does the Chai Wan campus offer?
The International Stream follows IEYC in Nursery/Reception and IPC in Primary, taught in English. The French Stream follows the French national curriculum with bilingual options.
What are the tuition fees?
Fees range from HKD 146,093 to HKD 161,373 per year. An application fee of HKD 2,200, assessment fee of HKD 1,000 and advance payment of HKD 25,000 also apply.
How many students attend the campus?
The Chai Wan campus has approximately 230 students across 10 classes with about 30 teachers.
Where is the campus located?
The campus is at 1 Cheung Man Road, Chai Wan, on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island near Chai Wan MTR Station.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:15 pm with lunch and snack breaks built into the timetable.
Is there a school bus service?
Yes, a dedicated bus service operates with routes covering major residential areas, provided by independent bus companies.
Is the school nut-free?
Yes, all FIS campuses including Chai Wan operate a nut-free policy. Meals are prepared daily by Compass Group.
Is there a House system?
Yes, students are assigned to houses on enrolment and remain in the same house throughout. Siblings join the same house. Houses compete in sports and other activities.
What accreditations does the campus hold?
The school holds AEFE accreditation, IB authorisation, IEYC and IPC accreditation, and won a Hong Kong Green Building Award for the Chai Wan campus.
How does admissions work?
Parents select a stream and submit an online application with HKD 2,200 fee and documents. A waiting pool operates when no places are immediately available.
