English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools)

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Hong Kong, China

International School

Overview

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English medium international school orgranisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student.
Our mission is to inspire creativity and nurture global citizens and leaders of the future. We do this by fostering joyful leaning environments, led by a community of exceptional teachers who bring out the best in every child through a personalized approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students representing 78 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. All our schools are authorized International
Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools.

ESF Abacus International Kindergarten

Kindergarten
Address: 1A Mang Kung Uk Road, Clearwater Bay
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Beacon Hill School

Primary School
Address: 23 Ede Road, Kowloon Tong
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Bradbury School

Primary School
Address: 43C Stubbs Road, Hong Kong
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Clearwater Bay School

Primary School
Address: DD 229, Lot 235, Clearwater Bay Road, Clearwater Bay
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Discovery College

All-through School
Address: 38 Siena Avenue, Discovery Bay
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: Y1-Y6: IB Primary Years Programme | Y7-Y11: IB Middle Years Programme | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Career-related Programme

ESF Glenealy School

Primary School
Address:7 Hornsey Road, Mid Levels
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Hillside International Kindergarten

Kindergarten
Address: 43B Stubbs Road, Hong Kong
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Island School

Secondary School
Address: 20 Borrett Road, Mid Levels
Type: ESF
Curriculum: Y7-Y9: IB Middle Years Programme +Elements Courses | Y10-Y11: IGCSE | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Careers Programme

ESF Jockey Club Sarah Roe School

All-through School
Address: 28 Tin Kwong Road, Homantin
Type: ESF
Curriculum: JCSRS has a bespoke curriculum that is designed to be broad and balanced to meet the needs of our diverse learners. All secondary-aged students access accredited ASDAN courses.

ESF Kennedy School

Primary School
Address: 19 Sha Wan Drive, Pokfulam
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF King George V School

Secondary School
Address: 2 Tin Kwong Road, Homantin
Type: ESF
Curriculum: Y7-Y9: IB Middle Years Programme | Y10-Y11: GCSE | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/BTEC

ESF Kowloon Junior School

Primary School
Address: 20 Perth Street, Homantin
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Peak School

Primary School
Address: 20 Plunketts Road, The Peak
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Quarry Bay School

Primary School
Address: 6 Hau Yuen Path, Braemar Hill, North Point
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Renaissance College

All-through School
Address: 5 Hang Ming Street, Ma On Shan
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: Y1 – Y6: IB Primary Years Programme | Y7-Y11: IB Middle Years Programme | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Career-related Programme

ESF Sha Tin College

Secondary School
Address: 3 Lai Wo Lane, Fo Tan, Sha Tin
Type: ESF
Curriculum: Y7-Y9: IB Middle Years Programme | Y10-Y11: IGCSE | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Career-related Programme

ESF Sha Tin Junior School

Primary School
Address: 3A Lai Wo Lane, Fo Tan, Sha Tin
Type: ESF
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF South Island School

Secondary School
Address: 50 Nam Fung Road, Aberdeen
Type: ESF
Curriculum: Y7-Y9: IB Middle Years Programme | Y10-Y11: IGCSE | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Career-related Programme/BTEC

ESF Tsing Yi International Kindergarten

Kindergarten
Address: Maritime Square, 33 Tsing King Road, Tsing Yi
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF Tung Chung International Kindergarten

Kindergarten
Address: 1/F, Commercial Accommodation, The Visionary, 1 Ying Hong Street, Tung Chung
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: Play-based theory (Pre-Kindergarten) | K1-K2: IB Primary Years Programme

ESF West Island School

Secondary School
Address: 250 Victoria Road, Pok Fu Lam
Type: ESF
Curriculum: Y7-Y9: IB Middle Years Programme | Y10-Y11: IGCSE | Y12-Y13: IB Diploma/IB Career-related Programme/BTEC

ESF Wu Kai Sha International Kindergarten

Kindergarten
Address: Level 1, 599 Sai Sha Road, Ma On Shan
Type: ESF (Private Independent School)
Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

Type of school

International School

Curriculum

IB Curriculum

Age range

Gender

Co-Education

Yearly tuition fee

from 93,700 to 203,400 HKD

Foundation

Founded in 1967

Nationalities

75 different nationalities

Nr of students

18000 students

ESF schools follow a robust curriculum that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and
holistic development. For primary and secondary education, ESF schools offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, including the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). This internationally recognised curriculum is known for its rigorous academic standards and
emphasis on developing students’ intellectual, personal, emotional, and social skills.

For Years 12-13, ESF schools also provide personalised pathways that allow students to focus on creative projects and inquiries and reflect on their achievements. ESF schools currently provide Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) courses which are recognised by many universities worldwide. These courses can be studied alongside other subjects and provide a varied learning experience for students.

A number of ESF schools are also developing the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IB CP) to offer opportunities for those students who have a particular career path in mind. The IB CP allows students to specialise and dedicate themselves to a career path that they know they want to pursue. The IB CP encompasses some elements of the IB Diploma Programme within its structure. It also encompasses the IB’s educational philosophy and mission.

Curriculum

IB Curriculum

Examinations

IB Diploma

Language of instruction

Bilingual

Foreign languages taught

Chinese, English

Accreditations

International Baccalaureate (IB) World School

Learn more about English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools) tuition fees for 2025, including general fee details and available scholarships.

Annual tuition fees

Annual tuition fees at English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools) range from HKD 93,700 to HKD 203,400, depending on the student's grade level and program.

Scholarships

Scholarship information is not currently available. Please contact the school directly through this page to learn more.

Minimum Enrollment Duration

This school requires a minimum enrollment of 12 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.