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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$152,880 - 241,110
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1600
Type Co-educational
Opened 2003
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 22
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The ISF Academy is a nonprofit, co-educational independent school in Pokfulam, Hong Kong, offering bilingual immersion in Putonghua and English. Secondary students follow the International Baccalaureate MYP (G6–10) and DP (G11–12); Primary uses the school’s own program. The campus has housed both Primary and Secondary since 2007. Language instruction shifts toward more English in the upper years (for example, G6 ~70% English / 30% Chinese; G9 ~80% English / 20% Chinese). Typical classes are small (≤20 in Primary; <22 in Secondary). Co-curricular options are extensive, from Engineering & Robotics and Math Team to Choir, Ceramics, Drama, and sports such as Swimming and Wushu. ISF is accredited by the Association for Experiential Education, reflecting a strong emphasis on experiential learning alongside programs like the Hong Kong Explorer Award. Daily school buses are provided via Kwoon Chung Bus Co.

academy.isf.edu.hk

1 Kong Sin Wan Rd, Telegraph Bay, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

The ISF academy has 1,600 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The Independent Schools Foundation (ISF) Academy is located in the Pokfulam area on Hong Kong Island’s southern side. The campus is close to the Cyberport district and served by several public transport routes, making it accessible from central Hong Kong. Its position provides a calm academic setting within easy reach of major urban areas.

Stages
The ISF Academy offers education from Foundation Year through Grade 12, covering both Primary and Secondary divisions. The Primary School includes Foundation Year to Grade 5, while the Secondary School runs from Grade 6 to Grade 12.

Type
ISF Academy is a co-educational day school with no boarding facilities. It operates as a not-for-profit, independent school governed by the Independent Schools Foundation.

Additional learning support
The school assists the Li Ren Center and the Well-being & Learning Enhancement Program, which promote students’ physical, social, and emotional well-being. The website does not specify the categories of Special Educational Needs supported.

Country affiliation
The school has no country affiliation. It is an independent Hong Kong institution offering bilingual education in Putonghua and English.

Religious affiliation
ISF Academy is non-religious. Its philosophy draws from Chinese cultural traditions rather than any faith-based ethos.

School day structure
Classes typically run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Co-curricular activities and clubs are held after regular class hours.

Bus service
ISF Academy provides a daily school-bus service operated by Kwoon Chung Bus Company. Routes cover major residential areas on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. Fees are paid directly to the transport provider, and parents receive route and schedule details before each school year.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at The ISF academy ranges from HKD 152,880 to HKD 241,110 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,500 is required for each new applicant. Upon acceptance, an Acceptance Deposit must be paid to confirm the place. This deposit is non-refundable if the student withdraws before enrollment.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Foundation Year: HKD 152,880
Grades 1 – 5: HKD 170,760
Grades 6 – 8: HKD 200,700
Grades 9 – 10: HKD 220,440
Grades 11 – 12: HKD 241,110

Tuition is billed in two equal installments each year:

Installment 1: due May 1
Installment 2: due November 1

Capital Levy
Students who do not hold a Capital Note pay an Annual Capital Levy of HKD 40,000. This levy is non-transferable and non-refundable and is payable each academic year.

Financial Aid and Scholarships
ISF offers need-based financial aid covering 20% – 100% of tuition fees.
Merit and Special Talent Scholarships may grant 50% – 100% tuition remission and include an annual HKD 5,000 training or competition allowance.

Additional Fees
Uniforms, textbooks, co-curricular activities, and meals are billed separately through approved vendors. School bus services are arranged through Kwoon Chung Bus Company, with fees paid directly to the operator.

Refund Policy
Families must give 90 days’ written notice (excluding July and August) before withdrawal. Without this notice, tuition for the following installment remains payable.

Payment Options
Tuition and levies are payable via bank transfer or autopay. Credit card payment options are not listed on the school’s public finance pages.
Academics

The ISF academy teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The Primary (Foundation Year–Grade 5) programme is a bilingual immersion in Chinese (Putonghua) and English, with more time devoted to Chinese in the early years and a gradual shift toward English as students progress. From Grade 6 to Grade 10, students engage in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) with core areas including languages, science, mathematics, design (including computer science), arts, individuals and societies, and physical and health education. In Grades 11 and 12, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) as the final qualification for graduating students. Students are assessed using established criteria through formative and summative tasks, portfolios, and reflections rather than ranking by cohort position. A distinctive strand runs through all levels: the school’s “Eight Virtues + One” values and an Experiential Learning Programme from Grades 4–11, which integrates applied learning beyond traditional classroom settings.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application submission:
Parents begin by submitting an online application through the ISF Academy admissions portal. Each application requires a non-refundable fee. Families must ensure all required documents, including birth certificates, school reports, and any relevant assessments, are uploaded before the published deadline. Applications are accepted for Foundation Year through Grade 11.

2. Assessment and interview:
Applicants undergo assessments appropriate to their year group. For the Foundation Year, this may involve classroom observation and interaction activities. From Grade 1 upwards, assessments test Putonghua oral ability and English proficiency to ensure students can access the bilingual curriculum. Shortlisted applicants and their parents are invited to interviews with the admissions team.

3. Review and decision:
Admission decisions are based on assessment results, interview outcomes, and space availability. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee admission, as demand often exceeds available places. Offers are sent by email within the timelines announced on the school’s admissions calendar.

4. Acceptance and deposit:
Families accepting an offer must pay the Acceptance Deposit by the stated deadline to confirm the student’s place. Parents must also agree to comply with ISF’s policies, including its Child Safeguarding and Protection Policy and Health, Safety & Well-being Policy.

5. Orientation and enrollment:
After confirmation, parents receive onboarding details, including uniform ordering, bus service registration, and information about the start-of-year orientation sessions for new students. Orientation activities help students become familiar with the bilingual learning environment and campus routines.

Scholarships
ISF Academy offers several scholarships and financial aid programmes for enrolled students. Merit Scholarships are granted to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, positive conduct, and alignment with the school’s values, providing between 50% and 100% tuition remission. Special Talent Scholarships recognise students with exceptional abilities in areas such as sports, music, or the performing and visual arts, and include 50% to 100% tuition coverage as well as an annual HKD 5,000 allowance for training or competitions. IB Diploma Scholarships are available to senior students in Grades 11 and 12 who show strong academic commitment and achievement within the International Baccalaureate curriculum. In addition, the school operates a need-based Financial Aid Programme that offers 20% to 100% tuition remission for families who meet the eligibility criteria. All scholarships and financial aid awards are reviewed annually, and students must maintain good academic standing and conduct to retain their support.

Waitlist
ISF Academy operates both regular and rolling application cycles. When demand exceeds available spaces, qualified applicants are placed on a waitlist. The waitlist operates on a space-available basis, with priority determined by assessment results, sibling status, and overall fit within the school’s bilingual program. Applicants who are not offered a place during the regular cycle may be reconsidered in subsequent rounds through the rolling admissions process.
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