Singapore International School (Hong Kong) is a bilingual through school in Aberdeen, on the south side of Hong Kong Island. Founded in 1991, it brings the Singaporean approach to early literacy, mathematics and bilingual learning to a Hong Kong setting, then carries students into an international secondary. Children can move from the start of primary to the end of secondary on one campus.
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At a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | Singaporean style primary in English and Mandarin, then IGCSE in the middle of secondary and the IB Diploma in the senior years |
| Stage range | Through school, primary into secondary. Confirm the exact age range with the school |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Accreditation | Offers the IB Diploma in the senior years. Confirm current authorisation bodies with the school |
| Fee band | Mid to upper band for Hong Kong |
| Campus area | Aberdeen, Southern District, Hong Kong Island |
Curriculum and academics
The primary years draw on the Singaporean model, with its strong reputation in mathematics and structured early literacy, taught bilingually in English and Mandarin so that children build genuine fluency in both. This bilingual foundation is the feature that sets the school apart from the city more conventional English medium primaries.
In secondary, students work towards IGCSE before moving into the IB Diploma in the senior years, the route most families use for university entry around the world. The school publishes its results each year, so ask the admissions office for the latest cohort figures rather than relying on older third party numbers. For how the Diploma is graded and how it compares with other senior routes, see our IB curriculum guide.
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Singapore International School Hong Kong fees
Singapore International School (Hong Kong) sits in the mid to upper band for the city. Tuition is reviewed each year and any rise is subject to approval, so confirm the current schedule before you budget. We do not publish a precise figure here unless the school does, to keep this page accurate.
As with most Hong Kong international schools, plan for more than tuition. Families typically meet a one off registration or application charge, a refundable deposit, and a school bus fee where it is used, and some schools operate a capital or nomination scheme that brings admissions priority at a separate cost. Our Hong Kong international school fees guide shows how the bands and levies compare across the city.
Admissions
The school year starts in August. The main entry points are at the start of primary and into the early years of secondary, with occasional places elsewhere as families relocate. Applications are made to the school, and assessment usually looks at a child readiness for a bilingual programme as well as prior schooling.
For a place that depends on Mandarin as well as English, applying early and asking about language support matters, especially for families new to bilingual learning. Confirm the current window, the assessment format and the documents required with the admissions office, and arrange a visit.
Location and who goes there
The campus is in Aberdeen, in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island. The south side has become far better connected since the South Island MTR line opened, which suits families in Aberdeen, Wong Chuk Hang, Pok Fu Lam and Repulse Bay. To explore the wider south side and other districts, start with the Hong Kong city hub.
The community draws families who want a serious bilingual education, including Singaporean and other regional families alongside local and Western parents who value fluency in Mandarin as well as English. For many of them the bilingual route is the main reason they choose this school over a single language primary.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Singapore International School Hong Kong fees?
The school sits in the mid to upper band for Hong Kong. Budget for tuition plus a registration charge, a refundable deposit and bus where used. Confirm current rates with the school.
What curriculum does Singapore International School Hong Kong follow?
A Singaporean style primary taught in English and Mandarin, then a secondary that leads to IGCSE and the IB Diploma in the senior years.
Is Singapore International School Hong Kong an IB school?
The school offers the IB Diploma in the senior years as its route to university, alongside IGCSE earlier in secondary. Confirm the current authorisation and pathways with the school.
When do Singapore International School Hong Kong applications open?
The school year starts in August, with main entry points at the start of primary and into secondary. Register interest early and confirm the current window with the school.
Where is Singapore International School Hong Kong located?
The school is in Aberdeen, on the south side of Hong Kong Island.
