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Hong Kong institutions have been warned that they must continue to meet the requirement of 70 per cent of pupils being non-local despite widespread departures in recent years and a rise in arrivals.
The head of Hong Kong’s biggest international school group plans to strengthen diversity and equality at its facilities following complaints
Private or international concerns in Hong Kong that charge some parents millions of dollars in miscellaneous fees will have to justify their actions
Following ‘deeply troubling’ complaints, the Hong Kong schools body has made it clear that such behaviour will not be tolerated, and a plan to strengthen diversity and equality will be developed.
- The awards recognise secondary school students in Hong Kong with “high moral standards for their academic, extracurricular and community service achievements
- For the 2022-23 edition, a total of 432 applications from more than 130 schools in Hong Kong were received, from which 40 finalists were shortlisted
Talented Hong Kong students designed, built and raced their own model cars at the F1 in Schools contest, with the winners due to compete at the world finals
From teaching with robots to sharing resources between SEN schools, advancements are being made towards a more inclusive educational system
Minister Christine Choi dismisses suggestion parents did not want to send children to local schools because of the increasing emphasis on national education.
Today’s forward-looking schools, in Hong Kong and around the world, are working to bring sustainability and climate change into their curricula
In Hong Kong, moving children from local school to an international setting, particularly for secondary school, is a popular choice, and for good reason – but parents must tread carefully, with the change bound to be keenly felt
Attrition rate for NETs fell to 9 per cent in primary schools and 7 per cent in secondary institutions, the lowest since data became available in 2013-14.
Schools that understand the symbiotic relationship between traditional academic subjects and the soft skills young people need for success in the real world are best positioned to prepare students for the future
From the IB to AP and A-levels, a curriculum’s suitability for a secondary school student depends on factors ranging from learning style to academic strengths
Hong Kong’s international education system offers a diverse range of pathways – including some tailored by the schools themselves – with something for every pupil and learning style, writes Jessica Mizzi
Eligible applicants will have to submit detailed proposals for sites in North Point and Kowloon Tong.
The prestigious global science video competition winner will receive US$400,000 in prizes, including a university scholarship
Hong Kong’s leading schools are setting rules, providing support and appointing specialist staff to create a safer environment for students
Academics are only part of it, and parents should not view interviews as a test but a way to assess if the school is suitable for their child
The processes are rife with misconceptions, but are easier navigated once the institution’s policies and procedures are understood
Social and emotional well-being provide the foundation of every student’s ability to be resilient and successful at school
PE is about so much more than improving one’s athletic prowess, with students’ physical fitness crucial to their overall health and well-being
A global outlook, academic rigour and emphasis on critical thinking have seen the International Baccalaureate explode in popularity
Dalton School Hong Kong to assume stewardship of Rosaryhill Kindergarten and Rosaryhill School next academic year.
Despite drop in perfect scores this year, city remains ‘factory’ for internationally recognised university entrance qualification.
The International Baccalaureate supports the use of AI in education, but Hong Kong’s educators are wary of the temptation to cheat the system that it offers
It pays to plan ahead when picking where to take the family: make sure your kids are going to have fun in a safe and stimulating environment, and you get to relax more too
This year, the range of camps is broader than ever before, with everything from coding to photography, Harry Potter lore to Bollywood dance on the schedule
Hong Kong international schools have long been at least bilingual but as the data shows gains to family life as well as educational and personal gains, more and more schools around the world are following suit
Lower birth rates and emigration have seen enrolment fall over the last few years, with an increased proportion of local and mainland students driving interest in Mandarin instruction
Opportunities – and potential dangers – abound in the world of social media and schools have to address issues around its use, offering advice and counselling where needed
The resumption of these popular programmes restores important opportunities for personal growth and expression
Despite concerns about the potential for misuse, forward-thinking educational institutions are embracing AI and the changes and opportunities that it brings
