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Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$112,200 - 209,900
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 315
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 22
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong, established in 2018, offers a British curriculum for children aged 3 to 11. The Early Years Foundation Stage leads into a structured Primary program, with English as the language of instruction and Mandarin taught as a subject. Families benefit from a dedicated school bus service connecting different parts of Hong Kong. The school is particularly known for its strong focus on performing arts: specialist facilities include a fully equipped theatre and music suites that support concerts, drama productions, and creative expression from an early age. Shrewsbury also places emphasis on STEM, supported by science and technology resources that enrich classroom learning. Together, these features make the school a distinctive choice for families seeking primary education rooted in British traditions.

10 Shek Kok Rd, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong

The Essentials

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong has 315 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong is located at 10 Shek Kok Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories. The area is a modern residential and business hub, connected to the rest of Hong Kong by the MTR and major road networks. The campus is within easy reach of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, while also being close to coastal and green spaces.

Stages
The school serves children aged 3 to 11. Education is structured into the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) and Primary School (Years 1–6).

Type
The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls.

Additional learning support
Shrewsbury provides support for students with Additional Learning Needs through its Learning Enhancement team. This includes tailored interventions, close collaboration with teachers, and access to specialist staff when required.

Country affiliation
The school follows the British curriculum and has a strong affiliation with the United Kingdom.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day begins at 8:00 am and finishes at 3:00 pm, with breaks and a lunch period included within the timetable. A wide range of after-school activities is also offered, extending the day for students who participate.

Bus service
A school bus service operates across Hong Kong, covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. Routes and schedules are coordinated with an external transport provider to suit family needs. Younger children are accompanied by bus mothers to ensure their safety and comfort during journeys.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required and purchased separately; it is not included in tuition.

Food Options
The campus Dining Hall serves hot, freshly cooked meals at lunchtime.

House System
The school runs a six-House system. Pupils are assigned to one of six Houses on entry to Year 1. House Points are awarded for good learning behaviour, consideration of others, and enthusiastic engagement across the full range of opportunities.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Sponsoring Body (SSB) that appoints the School Management Committee (SMC). The SMC oversees the appointment and leadership of the Principal and supervises the school's strategic direction in compliance with the Education Ordinance. The school is incorporated as a not-for-profit organisation under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. An international Board of Governors provides advisory input, including representatives from Shrewsbury School in the UK.
Fees

Annual tuition at Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong ranges from HKD 112,200 to HKD 209,900 for 2026/27.

Application and Capital Levy/Certificate
Families must either purchase a Capital Certificate or pay an Annual Capital Levy. The levy is HKD 30,000 for Half-Day Nursery and HKD 50,000 for all other year groups. Capital Certificates cost HKD 200,000 (Standard) or HKD 300,000 (Premium), valid for four years. Certificates depreciate in value: Standard is worth HKD 150,000 upon acceptance, HKD 100,000 in the second year, HKD 50,000 in the third, and HKD 0 in the fourth. Neither levy nor certificate replaces tuition fees. The levy is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition Fees 2025/25

* Nursery (Half Day): HKD 112,200 per year
* Nursery (Full Day): HKD 169,200 per year
* Reception: HKD 181,700 per year
* Years 1–6: HKD 209,900 per year

Other Costs
Tuition and levy cover stationery, consumables, and learning materials. Not included are uniforms, bus service, catering, co-curricular activities, and educational visits.

Billing Schedule and Refunds
Fees are billed annually and approved by the Education Bureau. Capital Certificates are non-interest-bearing, non-transferable, and follow the depreciation schedule above.

Payment Options
Payments may be made by bank transfer to Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD (with all transfer charges borne by the payer) or by cheque payable to Shrewsbury International School Limited.
Academics

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong offers education from ages 3 to 11 through two pathways: the British International Pathway (BIP) and the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP). Both are based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the English National Curriculum. In Nursery and Reception, children follow a thematic EYFS programme with specialist teaching in Chinese, Music, PE, and Aquatics. From Year 1 to Year 6, the curriculum is organized around six-week thematic units, supported by English National Curriculum standards.

The BIP is delivered primarily in English, while the HQP balances instruction equally between English and Mandarin, with subjects such as mathematics taught in both languages. Chinese language study is tiered to suit different ability levels, progressing toward IGCSE benchmarks. Across both pathways, students benefit from specialist teaching in Performing Arts, Music, Physical Education, and Swimming, which form a consistent part of the curriculum.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Shrewsbury employs a full-time Individual Needs Coordinator to identify and support learners with a variety of needs (e.g. Dyslexia, ADHD, visual/hearing/motor difficulties, communication/interaction disorders including ASD). Students requiring higher support receive Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Pupil Passports, reviewed termly. Support may include in-class assistance, small-group interventions, or 1:1 Learning Support Assistants (at additional cost) for those who need more help.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Shrewsbury employs a full-time Individual Needs Coordinator to identify and support learners with a variety of needs (e.g. Dyslexia, ADHD, visual/hearing/motor difficulties, communication/interaction disorders including ASD). Students requiring higher support receive Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Pupil Passports, reviewed termly. Support may include in-class assistance, small-group interventions, or 1:1 Learning Support Assistants (at additional cost) for those who need more help.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Shrewsbury does not publicly disclose detailed information on how EAL support is structured or delivered.

Mental Wellbeing
Shrewsbury’s approach to wellbeing is integrated into student support; early identification and intervention are designed to foster positive mental health alongside academic progress. Students experiencing social, emotional, and mental health difficulties may access support through Learning Mentors and the Individual Needs team. Additionally, the school promotes close communication with parents to monitor student welfare.

Safeguarding
Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong maintains a formal Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, which is published and regularly updated. All staff complete safer-recruitment checks, including police clearances and references, before being appointed. The school designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and a Deputy DSL as the primary contacts for safeguarding concerns, with the Principal acting as a further escalation point. Visitors must sign in and out at Reception, remain in approved areas, use designated adult toilets, and may not take photos or videos unless specifically permitted.

Safeguarding Policy
Parent Experience

History
Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong officially opened in 2018, as part of the Shrewsbury International Asia network. It draws on the heritage of the original Shrewsbury School in the UK, which was founded by Royal Charter in 1552. In 2025, the school announced expansion into secondary education (Years 7 and 8), pending approval from the Hong Kong Education Bureau.

Community
The school fosters a sense of belonging through its House System, where students are assigned to one of six houses from Year 1; house points are awarded for positive behavior, effort, and engagement across activities. Community events include Open Mornings (e.g. the Open Morning of October 2025) where families tour campus and meet staff. The school also emphasizes cooperation between staff, parents, and the wider community via the Parent Association (SPA).

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Shrewsbury Parents Association (SPA) was established by parents to promote cooperation and dialogue between school leadership and the parent body. SPA meets monthly with the Principal to discuss priorities such as event planning, fundraising, school development, and parent–school relations. Its membership and activities emphasize representation and inclusion as key principles. Through SPA, parents are involved in organizing social, cultural, and community events that link them more closely to school life.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located at 10 Shek Kok Road, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, and occupies a six-floor campus with mountainside views. It is purpose-built for children aged 3–11 and provides dedicated spaces for learning, performing arts, sports and aquatics, and dining and recreation. The library hosts more than 15,000 books and the campus features music classrooms and an auditorium with 470 seats, plus a recital hall. The Aquatics Centre includes a splash pool and a six-lane 25-metre pool, and the on-site facilities also include an all-weather rooftop football pitch, a dedicated Gymnastics Centre and a multi-court Sports Hall with an elevated indoor running track. The Dining Hall serves hot, freshly cooked meals and indoor and outdoor play spaces support social development.

Sports Facilities
The campus has extensive on-site sports facilities. The Aquatics Centre supports curriculum swimming and After School Aquatics, featuring a splash pool and a six-lane 25-metre pool. A rooftop all-weather football pitch supports on-site training and competitions. A dedicated Gymnastics Centre is equipped to Olympic standards, and a multi-court Sports Hall includes an elevated indoor running track. Together, these spaces support the school's Physical Education and aquatics programmes and inter-house activities.

Academic Facilities
The school operates two educational pathways for ages 3–13: the British International Pathway (BIP) and the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP). BIP uses 85% English and 15% Mandarin; HQP uses 50% Mandarin and 50% English. Both pathways are anchored in the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and align with the English National Curriculum, structured across Key Stages to provide a broad and rigorous programme of study. The curriculum is taught through a thematic approach, with specialist teaching in Chinese, Music, Performing Arts, Physical Education and Aquatics, and class sizes in Key Stage 2 averaging about 20 students (maximum 24). Expansion to Year 7 and Year 8 is planned for 2026, subject to EDB approval.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Co-Curricular programme offers over 50 options each week, designed to complement and extend the main curriculum. It is organised into After School Aquatics, Extra Curricular Activities and an Instrumental Music Programme. Extra-Curricular Activities include drama, STEAM, coding, chess, football, and creative writing, among others, with opportunities to explore new passions, refine talents and develop skills beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong offers education for children aged 3 to 13 and operates two distinct educational options: the British International Pathway (BIP) and the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP). The language of instruction is 85% English (British) and 15% Chinese (Mandarin) in BIP, and 50% Chinese (Mandarin) and 50% English in HQP. Years 7 and 8 begin in 2026, subject to EDB approval. The programme is closely aligned with the English National Curriculum and uses thematically arranged learning across subject areas.

Arts & Creative
The school offers specialist subjects: Chinese Language & Culture, Music & Performing Arts, and Physical Education & Aquatics. A broad range of extracurricular activities supports learning, including athletics, the arts, STEAM and student-led clubs.

Cultural & Language
The school hosts students from over 30 nationalities, fostering global citizenship. It features international exchange programmes and cultural celebrations as part of its intercultural learning framework.

Social & Hobbies
Educational Visits extend learning with a full programme that includes residential trips in Key Stage 2 and regular workshops from visiting experts. Co-curricular activities cover sports, the arts, and STEM opportunities, including student-led clubs. The House System and Student Leadership initiatives provide formal channels for student involvement.

Community & Service
Communities Service supports global citizenship and intercultural learning with a five-phase engagement model: The Challenge, Our Partner, First Action, Reflection, and Student-Led Action. Partnerships include Box of Hope, HandsOn Hong Kong, ImpactHK, and Plastic Free Seas, with funds raised distributed evenly among these charities. The programme connects classroom learning to purposeful action through collaboration with partner charities.

Leadership & Professional
Student Leadership is embedded through formal bodies: Student Council, Global Goal Ambassadors and House Captains, all operating with defined terms of reference to guide school improvement and events. These groups provide opportunities for student voice, leadership, and service within the school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being is prioritised across the school, with safeguarding aligned to international best practices and Hong Kong Education Bureau regulations. A specialist Well-being Team offers individualized support, and the Listening Team and Learning Mentors provide additional guidance as needed. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support exists to help students access the English-medium curriculum, including an English Plus program and targeted language instruction.
Languages

Language Provision
Language provision includes English as the primary medium of instruction, with Mandarin (Putonghua) taught as an additional language. A Chinese Language & Culture Programme is offered with Mandarin taught using simplified characters, and Early Years Chinese language sessions follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers two language pathways: British International Pathway (BIP) with 85% English and 15% Mandarin, and Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP) with 50% Mandarin and 50% English.
Reputation

Awards
* Asia Pacific Property Awards 2019-2020 (Public Service Architecture) : Awarded for the school’s architectural design in the public service / institutional category.
* Outstanding Design Award (International Property Awards) : The school received this for its design, reflecting recognition in the property/institution design sector.

Accreditations
* Council of International Schools (CIS) : Shrewsbury Hong Kong was accredited by CIS as of 1 February 2024, which indicates the school meets international standards in areas such as governance, teaching and learning, and student welfare.

* FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) : The school is a member of FOBISIA, which is a network of British international schools in Asia, offering opportunities for inter-school activities and collaboration.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Application
Parents complete and submit an Application Form plus a Home Assessment Form by email, including supporting documents such as photographs, passport or identity pages, visa status (if applicable), vaccination records, and up to two years of school reports (if relevant).

2. School Meeting or Assessment
For Early Years (Nursery/Reception), children are invited to participate in a play-based observation session under supervision of the teaching team. For older entrants (Year 3–6), applicants undertake written tasks and other assessments (usually lasting about 75 minutes).

3. Review by Admissions Team and Decision
The Admissions Team compiles all submitted materials and assessment results, and then presents a candidate file to the Principal, who makes the final decision. Parents are informed whether the offer is successful or not, typically within five working days.

4. Acceptance and Fees
If an offer is made, the school sends a Letter of Offer with an Acceptance of Place Form, which must be signed and returned along with any required fees and agreement to Terms & Conditions by the deadline.

5. Special / Individual Needs Disclosure
At application, parents must disclose any known or suspected learning, developmental, or physical needs so that an access review can be done. Applications including formal diagnoses or specialist reports are assessed by the Individual Needs Coordinator. The school reserves the right to withdraw offers if required information is withheld.

Scholarships
Shrewsbury offers “Achievement Scholarships” for students already in Key Stage 2 who demonstrate an outstanding academic record. Nominations for these scholarships must be supported by at least two school staff members and are assessed by the Principal before being recommended to the School Management Committee. The number of scholarships is limited, and the awards are typically announced annually.

Waitlist
The school uses a Wait Pool (or waitlist) system. If a child meets the entry criteria but there is no available place in the year group, the child’s name is added to the Wait Pool. When a place becomes available, the Admissions Team, along with the Principal, reviews Wait Pool candidates and offers admission based on criteria such as assessment performance and order of application. The Wait Pool is cleared at the end of each academic year; applicants still interested must submit a fresh application.
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