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St. Paul’s College

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$44,000
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1300
Type Boys School
Opened 1851
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

Founded in 1851, St. Paul’s College is a boys’ day school on 69 Bonham Road on Hong Kong Island. The College runs a school-based curriculum in Forms 1–3 and the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) in senior forms, with opportunities to take IGCSE and an International A-Level (IAL) stream for selected students. Co-curricular life is extensive: the Students’ Association operates 50+ clubs, alongside a Scout Troop and Youth Red Cross. The Global Classroom programme organises overseas study tours and exchanges each year. Facilities and teams support 15 sports with professional coaching. Languages include English as MOI, Chinese (with some Putonghua classes), and optional French and Spanish courses that progress to IGCSE

69 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong

The Essentials

St. Paul’s College has 1,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The school is situated at 69 Bonham Road in the Central & Western District of Hong Kong Island, within easy reach of public transport in the Mid-Levels. It is in a primarily urban area close to the business districts, giving access to buses and island-line MTR links.

Stages
St Paul’s College covers secondary education from Form 1 to Form 6.

Type
This is a boys’ day school.

Additional learning support
The school has an SEN (Special Educational Needs) unit: it provides one-to-one follow-up for students with SEN through its Educational Psychologists and Social Workers, including assessments, counselling and special examination arrangements.

Country affiliation
The school is based in Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China) and does not state an international country-affiliation beyond that.

Religious affiliation
The school is affiliated with the Anglican tradition (the Sheng Kung Hui) and is a Protestant Christian school.

School day structure
Monday to Friday from 8:15 am to 3:30 pm.

Bus service
There is not enough information available about the school's transportation offerings.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school has no boarding facilities; it is a day school.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a summer uniform and a winter uniform. From 2025-11-17 to 2025-11-28, students may wear either the summer or the winter uniform, but not mix. From 2025-12-01, only the winter uniform should be worn.

House System
The school has a House System with six houses and student leadership roles including House Captains and Vice-Captains for the current year.

Governance and Ownership
The school is managed by St. Pauls College Council; Sponsoring Body is the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (Hong Kong Anglican Church). It operates as a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Paul’s College ranges from HKD 44,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
There is no application fee publicly listed for secondary admissions on the St. Paul’s College website.

Tuition Fees

* Forms 1 to 5 (September 2024 – June 2025):
Tuition is billed monthly. Fees range from HKD 1,100 to HKD 4,400 per month, depending on the level of remission granted. The full-fee rate is HKD 4,400 per month, which equals HKD 44,000 per year.

* Form 6 (September 2024 – April 2025):
Tuition is billed monthly for eight months. Fees range from HKD 1,375 to HKD 5,500 per month, with the full-fee rate set at HKD 5,500 per month, or HKD 44,000 per year.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Tuition is typically payable monthly over the course of the school year. Fee remission is available in three tiers: quarter, half, and three-quarter reductions. Payment deadlines follow the start of each month, as stated in the school’s internal circulars.

Other Costs
Additional costs include school uniforms, books, and optional activities such as overseas study tours under the Global Classroom programme. Meal services and transport are arranged privately by families.

Payment Options
Tuition fees are paid through standard Hong Kong banking channels—typically by autopay or bank transfer to the school’s designated account.
Academics

St. Paul’s College teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
St. Paul’s College offers a six-year secondary education programme from Form 1 to Form 6, following the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) curriculum in the senior years. Students in Forms 1–3 follow a school-based curriculum designed to build strong foundations across core subjects including English, Chinese, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities. In Forms 4–6, students prepare for the HKDSE public examination, with electives offered across Sciences, Commerce, Arts, and Technology. In addition to the local curriculum, students have opportunities to sit for IGCSE examinations and may apply for the International Advanced Level (IAL) stream introduced for selected senior students. The curriculum also includes Religious Education, Physical Education, Visual Arts, and Music, ensuring a balanced academic and personal development. Co-curricular activities and service programmes form an integral part of the overall learning experienc

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Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school’s Guidance Team works alongside teachers and social workers to help students understand and manage their emotions. Regular guidance sessions focus on developing self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills. On-site social workers from the Hong Kong Family Welfare Society provide counselling and support to students who may face personal or social challenges. Teachers are encouraged to take an active role in students’ spiritual, emotional, and psychological wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The College provides one-to-one follow-up and support for students with special educational needs through a dedicated SEN team, including Educational Psychologists and Social Workers. Support includes assessments, counselling, and special examination arrangements. The school has experience supporting visually impaired students and ensures reasonable accommodations for eligible students. St. Paul’s College is a mainstream secondary school and not a specialist SEN institution.

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

Mental Wellbeing
Student wellbeing is supported through the College’s guidance and pastoral care system. Trained social workers and counsellors provide advice and assistance to students experiencing emotional, family, or school-related difficulties. The pastoral team promotes open communication and encourages students to seek help when needed.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child-protection policies on its website.
Parent Experience

History
St. Paul’s College was founded in 1851 by the Reverend Vincent John Stanton, initially opening as an Anglo-Chinese school in Glenealy with one tutor and nine students. Over the years it relocated to its current site at Bonham Road and has been sponsored by the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (Anglican Church) body. It is the oldest secondary school in Hong Kong that has operated continuously. The school has been governed by its own College Council under a statutory ordinance and has developed from a small mission school into a large boys’ day school.

Community
The school community participates actively in annual traditions such as the Swimming Gala, Sports Day, and the “Global Classroom” overseas trips which connect students with partner schools abroad. Alumni regularly return to support mentoring schemes, campus developments and scholarship programmes. The school’s house system (six houses) brings together students across classes to foster inter-year interaction and shared events. The community also supports service and sustainability-awareness events such as fairs and charity drives.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA at St. Paul’s College organises parent-volunteer events such as photography teams for school functions and uniform-recycling drives. It offers sharing sessions for parents of new secondary entrants (Forms 1-2) to help families integrate. The PTA arranges nature-and-family outings (for example to the Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden) and sponsors the annual “Paulines Sponsored Walk” involving students and parents. An executive committee of parents is elected each year to coordinate these activities and liaise with school management. The PTA also publishes newsletters and useful links to support home-school cooperation.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located at 69 Bonham Road, Hong Kong. The campus comprises East Wing, South Wing, North Wing, the Stewart Building, and a dedicated Sports block. Wu Ting Fang Library serves as the college library and is open to students, teachers, and alumni for self-study and research. There is an on-campus Tse Yu Chuen Swimming Pool. The College Hall is used for assemblies, rehearsals, presentations, and examinations. The Heritage Trail preserves the college heritage and artefacts.

Academic Facilities
Wu Ting Fang Library is the college library and serves as a self-study and reference hub for students, teachers, and alumni.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Students' Association operates over 50 clubs and activities. The College runs a Scout Troop (the 10th Hong Kong) and a Youth Red Cross Unit. ALPS Programmes are offered. The Global Classroom Programme includes community service projects in China. Artist-in-Residence, Academic-in-Residence, and Foreign Language Programme are available.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses a two-tier curriculum. Junior Secondary (Forms 1-3) offers English Core; Chinese with Putonghua in some classes; Centralised Reading Programme (CRP); Language Arts; Mathematics; Integrated Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics); Integrated Humanities (Geography, History, Citizenship, Economics and Society); Computer Literacy; Chinese History; Religious Studies; Visual Arts; Music; and Physical Education (including swimming). Senior Secondary (Forms 4-6) includes Core subjects (English, Chinese, Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development, and School-Based Common Core - Extended Studies) and Electives drawn from five areas: Personal, Social and Humanities Education; Science Education; Technology Education; Arts Education; and Chinese Language Education; the curriculum is organized into Core, Electives and Other Learning Experiences. An alternative pathway is offered via the IAL (GCE A-Level/International A Level); IAL courses include Chinese, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology; IELTS is required for an English-language qualification. The school also provides opportunities to study for the IGCSE examinations.

Arts & Creative
The school provides arts opportunities through Senior Secondary electives in Arts Education (Music and Visual Arts). Students participate in inter-school events such as the Schools Music Festival and Schools Speech Festival, and the Gifted Education programme nominates students for enhanced courses offered by universities. The school2s co-curricular programme supports extensive arts and performance activities, with more than fifty clubs and activities available through the Studentsssociation.

Cultural & Language
The Global Classroom programme widens horizons with overseas study tours and teacher visits; the school conducts nine study tours and teachers20 9 visits in the past year and maintains international exchanges with twin schools overseas and in China. The school also maintains strong twin-school relationships in China and overseas to support international exposure and collaboration.

Social & Hobbies
The Studentsssociation operates over fifty clubs and activities, and a House System supports student life and leadership opportunities. The College maintains a Scout Association (the 10th Hong Kong) and a Youth Red Cross Unit, providing additional avenues for student involvement.

Community & Service
Global Classroom includes Community Service Projects in China.

Leadership & Professional
The College focuses on Academic Excellence, Leadership and Global Action. Leadership opportunities are provided through the Studentsssociation, Prefectsouncil and a wide range of clubs and activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school provides Physical Education throughout the form structure, including swimming classes; there is an on-campus swimming pool for student use.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary medium of instruction for most subjects. Chinese is taught as a core language, with some Form 1-3 Chinese classes taught in Putonghua, and Putonghua is taught as a separate subject. The school offers foreign language programmes in French and Spanish through HKU (IGCSE Levels IIV), with classes mainly on Saturday mornings. In senior years, English and Chinese are core subjects and the school provides the International A-Level (IAL) option as an alternative to HKDSE.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as the core medium of instruction for most subjects. Some Form 1-3 Chinese classes are taught in Putonghua, and Putonghua is taught as a separate subject.

Immersion Programs
The school offers a Foreign Language Programme with French (Level I/II/III/IV for IGCSE) and Spanish (Level I/II/III/IV for IGCSE) through the University of Hong Kong, with these classes taking place on Saturday mornings.
Reputation

Awards
* Outstanding STEAM Education School Award (2024) – received at the inaugural Hong Kong Inter-school Biotechnology and STEAM Education Awards Ceremony, acknowledging the school’s development of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics initiatives.

Accreditations
* Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) Centre: St. Paul’s College offers Edexcel-accredited GCE A Level / IAL courses in Chinese, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Pearson Edexcel is a UK-based examination board that certifies schools to deliver internationally recognised academic qualifications.

* BEAM Plus Existing Schools Outstanding Certificate: awarded by the Hong Kong Green Building Council, recognising the school’s environmental performance and sustainability practices in campus management.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Online Application
Parents complete an online application form via the school website. Applicants must upload the latest academic report and identification documents, and a non-refundable fee of HK$50 is required at submission.

2. Written Examination & Interview
Shortlisted candidates are required to attend written tests (e.g., in Chinese, English and Mathematics) followed by an interview as stipulated in the admissions notice. Results are typically released at the end of July.

3. Offer & Acceptance
Successful candidates receive an offer from the school and must accept the offer by the specified deadline, submitting any required documentation and paying fees as required to secure the place.

4. Registration & Fee Payment
Once accepted, parents complete registration procedures (including payment of the tuition fees and meeting other enrolment requirements) ahead of the start of the school year.

5. Fee Remission & Bursary Application (if applicable) Families in need may apply for the fee-remission scheme or bursary program; the school allows applications during the year if a family experiences sudden hardship.

Scholarships
* The College offers Scholarships for Academic Excellence: available to students who are among the top five in their year group, with conduct grade B or above. The scholarship may cover up to one full year’s standard school fee. Renewal depends on maintaining a position in the top 30 % of the form.
* The school also provides Scholarships for Talented Musicians: preference given to students with national/regional music achievements, with an audition, and the scholarship covers up to a full year’s fee. Renewal depends on contribution to the College’s music activities.
* And Scholarships for Talented Sportspersons: preference to regional/national level athletes; may include trials and covers up to one year’s fee; renewal depends on continuing sports contribution.


Waitlist
The school does not publicly describe a specific waitlist or “pool” system for admissions.
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