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Peak School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$139,000
Ages 5 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 360
Type Co-educational
Opened 1911
Bus Service Yes
Part of
English Schools Foundation
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

Peak School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 5–11, with a two-form entry and around 360 students. Located on The Peak, the campus is reachable from Central via minibus 1 and Citybus 15; the school notes that there is no on-site parking. Learning follows an inquiry-based PYP approach, with “specialist subjects” enriching classroom learning and a strong programme of sports, expressive arts, and cultural activities at lunch and after school. Outdoor learning includes a staged camp and trip programme beginning in Year 3. Student support is detailed, with a School Counselor, Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSA), and a Learning Diversity Team of specialist teachers and educational assistants; outside providers offer speech and language and occupational therapy, and the school runs animal-assisted therapy on site. Daily transport is provided by Kwoon Chung Motors (KCM) under a dedicated bus service for families.

This campus is part of English Schools Foundation

20 Plunkett's Rd, The Peak, Hong Kong.

The Essentials

Peak School has 360 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
Peak School is situated on The Peak on Hong Kong Island. The area is easily accessible from Central via public transport, including minibus 1 and Citybus 15. The school notes that there is no on-site parking for private cars.

Stages
The school serves primary school students (Years 1–6, roughly ages 5–11) under an English-medium international curriculum.

Type
Peak School is a co-educational day school; there is no boarding facility mentioned on its website. Bus transport is provided for daily commuting.

Additional learning support
Support for additional learning needs includes a Learning Diversity Team comprising two full-time Learning Diversity Teachers and educational assistants, in-class and small-group programmes, as well as access to speech & language therapy, occupational therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. The school is not a specialist SEN institution.

Country affiliation
The school is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), a Hong Kong-based organisation; it does not claim affiliation to another country’s national system.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated on the school website.

School day structure
The typical school day begins at 08:30 and ends at 15:00.

Bus service
Yes, the school offers a bus service through Kwoon Chung Motors (KCM). Services include online application each academic year, NFC smart cards, boarding tracking, and SMS alerts for late arrivals or emergencies. Parents must apply each year; seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Peak School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Peak School ranges from HKD 139,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HK$2,000 is required upon submission of an online application through the English Schools Foundation (ESF). Once a place is offered, a non-refundable enrolment deposit of HK$10,000 is payable and will be credited against the first term’s tuition fees.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
For the 2025–26 academic year, primary school fees (Years 1–6) are HK $139,000 per student, billed in 10 equal monthly instalments of HK $13,900.
Fees are reviewed annually by the ESF Board and approved by the Hong Kong Education Bureau.

Additional Fees
Optional extracurricular activities, school trips, and camps may incur additional charges. Uniforms, stationery, and lunch costs are paid separately.

Transportation Fees
School bus services are operated by Kwoon Chung Motors Company Limited (KCM). Routes cover major Hong Kong Island districts, with seat allocation on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment is made directly to KCM through their online portal each term.

Refund Policy
The enrolment deposit of HK$10,000 is credited toward the first month’s tuition and is non-refundable if a student does not take up the offered place. Refunds for tuition or other charges are not specified publicly.

Payment Options
Fees are payable monthly via autopay or bank transfer. ESF schools do not accept cash or cheque payments.
Academics

Peak School teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 5 to 11.

Curriculum
Peak School is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), designed for students aged 5 to 11. The programme is structured around six transdisciplinary themes that connect learning across subject areas, encouraging students to explore ideas through inquiry. Core subjects include English, mathematics, science, and Chinese language, complemented by specialist teaching in areas such as physical education, visual and performing arts, and technology. The curriculum develops key skills in communication, research, self-management, and social understanding. Students learn through concept-based units that build both academic and personal competencies, preparing them for continued education in the IB pathway at ESF secondary schools.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Peak School supports students’ social and emotional development through a structured wellbeing framework led by its Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) supervisor and Learning Diversity Team. The team provides small-group and individual sessions to help students build confidence, manage emotions, and strengthen relationships. The Vice Principal also oversees student and staff wellbeing, ensuring that pastoral care is integrated into daily school life. Teachers work closely with students to understand individual needs and encourage positive behaviour through respectful, inclusive practices.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school is not a specialist SEN institution but provides targeted support for students with additional learning needs. The Learning Diversity Team, supported by educational assistants, offers both in-class and individualised support plans. Areas of focus include literacy, numeracy, and social or emotional development. The school also monitors progress through an Individual Needs register and coordinates with specialist staff such as speech and language therapists and occupational therapists when required.

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

Mental Wellbeing
Student well-being is embedded in the school’s daily operations and leadership structure. The Vice Principal holds responsibility for student wellbeing, supported by the ELSA programme and school counselling staff. Programmes encourage students to develop self-awareness, resilience, and empathy. Regular wellbeing initiatives, workshops, and classroom practices promote a safe and caring school culture.

Safeguarding
Designated staff members, including the Vice Principal, manage safeguarding and child protection responsibilities. The school adheres to the English Schools Foundation’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, which outlines procedures for prevention, reporting, and response. All staff receive training to recognise and act on concerns related to student welfare, ensuring a secure environment for every child.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
Peak School was established in 1911, beginning with just a handful of students taught in a private home on The Peak. The school later moved to the old Peak Hotel, then to a site that became the Peak Fire Station, before settling at its current location in 1954 on the former Peak Club site. It is one of the oldest institutions within the English Schools Foundation (ESF) network, operating under ESF’s governance framework for education in Hong Kong. Over more than a century, the school has maintained its focus on providing primary education for an internationally diverse community.

Community
The Peak School community represents families from more than twenty nationalities, with English as the main language of communication. The school promotes inclusivity and engagement through a range of events and activities organised across the year, often involving both students and parents. Annual highlights include cultural celebrations, sporting activities, and community fundraisers that strengthen connections among families, staff, and students.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Peak School PTA plays an active role in supporting learning and community life. It contributes funding for campus improvements and educational resources such as reading materials, software, and author visits. The PTA organises social and fundraising events, including community fairs and school celebrations, and it coordinates the Class Parent network to enhance communication between teachers and families. It also publishes an annual school directory and supports health and safety initiatives, such as providing mosquito traps, air filters, and water purifiers for classrooms. The PTA maintains regular contact with the school leadership team to ensure parent perspectives are represented in decision-making.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Peak School sits at 20 Plunkett's Road, The Peak, Hong Kong. The campus features an expansive upper playground with netball courts, an artificial grass football pitch, and a newly renovated hall for indoor activities. There is no on-site parking. The school serves Year 1 to Year 6.

Sports Facilities
The school uses an expansive upper playground with netball courts and an artificial grass football pitch for outdoor sports, and a newly renovated hall for indoor activities and events. Year 3–6 students participate in cross-country events and represent Peak School in inter-school competitions. Sports teams include boys and girls football, netball, rugby, hockey, cricket and aquathlon.

Academic Facilities
Peak School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The curriculum is organised around six transdisciplinary themes and Units of Inquiry (UOI) that drive learning across knowledge, concepts and skills. Year 1 to Year 6 have age-appropriate curricula aligned to the PYP, with learning guided by Approaches to Learning (Thinking, Research, Communication, Social, Self-Management) and a range of learner profiles.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Peak School offers a range of after-school and lunchtime activities, with most on-site on the upper playground, netball courts, artificial grass pitch or the hall. Year 3–6 students can join cross-country and a range of sports teams, including football, netball, rugby, hockey, cricket and aquathlon, along with choir and orchestra. External providers, including ESF Explore, deliver clubs such as football, tennis, gymnastics, rugby, science, chess, finance, cooking, robo coding, stitching and ukulele. Lunchtime staff-run art and wellness clubs and the Junior Duke program support independent learning and leadership.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Peak School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The school follows the IB framework and emphasises transdisciplinary learning through six central themes. The six themes are: Who we are; Where we are in place and time; How we express ourselves; How the world works; How we organise ourselves; Sharing the planet. Units of Inquiry structure the programme around central ideas and big questions.

Arts & Creative
The school provides co-curricular opportunities in expressive arts as part of its well-rounded education, alongside sports and other activities.

Cultural & Language
Peak School is part of the ESF network, which operates in English and supports global citizenship and diverse cultures within the school community.

Social & Hobbies
Student leadership opportunities and a strong community culture foster collaboration, responsibility, and active participation in school life.

Community & Service
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to the school community, with events and activities that connect students, staff, and families.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership groups and partnerships with families support leadership development and ongoing personal growth.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor learning, field trips, and a focus on wellbeing contribute to a balanced, healthy school experience.
Languages

Language Provision
Peak School delivers English-medium international education as part of the ESF. English is the language of instruction. Chinese is taught as a language within the IB Primary Years Programme and is integrated across Units of Inquiry.
Reputation

Accreditations
International Baccalaureate (IB) – Primary Years Programme (PYP):
Authorisation by the International Baccalaureate Organization confirms that Peak School meets the global standards of the IB framework for inquiry-based learning, curriculum planning, and assessment for primary-aged students.

Council of International Schools (CIS):
Accreditation from CIS ensures that the school upholds internationally recognised benchmarks in teaching, learning, leadership, and student wellbeing, while demonstrating ongoing commitment to quality improvement.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC):
Accreditation by WASC signifies that the school meets rigorous educational and institutional standards recognised across international and US-based education systems, ensuring accountability and continuous development.

English Schools Foundation (ESF):
As part of the English Schools Foundation network, Peak School operates under ESF’s quality assurance framework, which is approved by the Hong Kong Education Bureau and provides system-wide oversight of teaching and governance standards.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a school visit or information session.
Families are encouraged to attend an open day or arrange a visit through the English Schools Foundation (ESF) website. This allows parents to meet the admissions team, learn more about the IB Primary Years Programme, and understand the school’s daily life and expectations.

2. Submit the online application and required documents.
Parents must complete the ESF online application form during the admissions period. Supporting documents typically include the student’s passport, visa (if applicable), birth certificate, recent school reports, and a recent photograph. All documents are uploaded directly through the ESF online portal.

3. Attend an interview or assessment.
When a place becomes available, the school will invite the student for an interview or age-appropriate assessment to ensure readiness for the English-medium learning environment. This process helps determine how the school can best support the child’s transition.

4. Receive an offer and confirm enrolment.
Successful applicants receive a formal offer letter from the ESF Admissions Office. Parents must accept the offer in writing and pay the non-refundable enrolment deposit to secure the place.

5. Complete registration and prepare for the start of school.
After enrolment is confirmed, the admissions team provides orientation details, including class information, uniforms, and school bus registration through Kwoon Chung Motors (KCM). Families receive communication about the start date and introductory events for new students.

Scholarships
ESF Peak School does not offer scholarships or financial aid programmes at the primary level. The wider English Schools Foundation has financial aid and scholarship options for post-16 students at secondary level, but these do not apply to Peak School.

Waitlist
ESF Peak School operates a waiting list system rather than a pool system. Applications are placed in order of submission date and according to ESF’s priority categories, such as children of ESF staff, siblings of current students, and those attending ESF kindergartens. When a vacancy arises, offers are made to the next eligible student on the list. Waiting lists are reviewed and updated regularly throughout the school year.
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