Chinese International School
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
Per yearabout USD 28.9K–45.8K
HKD 226K–359K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Bilingual, intercultural non-profit school in Hong Kong, founded in 1983. Teaches in English and Mandarin and runs a one-year residential programme for Year 10 students in Hangzhou, China.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 4–18
Students
1,600
Language
English, Chinese
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 30
- Founded
- 1983
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Financial aid
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| (AM & PM Sessions) Reception Class | HKD 226,400≈ USD 28.9K |
| Year 1 - Year 6 | HKD 300,300≈ USD 38.3K |
| Year 7 - Year 11 | HKD 354,500≈ USD 45.2K |
| Year 12 - Year 13 | HKD 359,200≈ USD 45.8K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| (AM & PM Sessions) Reception Class | HKD 226,400 (about USD 28.9K) |
| Year 1 - Year 6 | HKD 300,300 (about USD 38.3K) |
| Year 7 - Year 11 | HKD 354,500 (about USD 45.2K) |
| Year 12 - Year 13 | HKD 359,200 (about USD 45.8K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese International School (this school) | HKD 226,400 (about USD 28.9K) | HKD 359,200 (about USD 45.8K) |
| Harrow International School Hong Kong | HKD 182,493 (about USD 23.3K) | HKD 248,155 (about USD 31.7K) |
| Glenealy School (ESF) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) |
| Lantau International School | HKD 81,000 (about USD 10.3K) | HKD 105,500 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Korean International School | HKD 58,500 (about USD 7.46K) | HKD 143,200 (about USD 18.3K) |
| Kellett School | HKD 218,200 (about USD 27.8K) | HKD 279,100 (about USD 35.6K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- HKD 2,000
- Capital levy
- HKD 30,200
- Deposit
- HKD 150,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- CIS Phoenix Sports Club (parent-run)
Arts
- Arts & Languages Centre
- CIS Phoenix Arts Club (parent-run)
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Accreditation and memberships
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- Accreditations
- IB, NEASC
- Memberships
- ECIS
Licence
On the Education Bureau's official list of international schools in Hong Kong
More details
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Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
The school is a non-profit charity. The Board of Governors of the Chinese International School Foundation holds ultimate responsibility, and the Head of School runs daily operations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers IB MYP and IB Diploma programmes, with a bilingual English and Mandarin approach at the core of teaching.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
Child protection is a stated priority, with a zero-tolerance policy on abuse. The same policy applies to both the Hong Kong and Hangzhou campuses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1983 as a non-profit bilingual, intercultural school. It has added programmes over time, including IB MYP in 2002 and the Hangzhou campus in 2013.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
CISPTA includes all parents and guardians and aims to build community and open communication, with several sub-committees and volunteer roles.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A single hilltop campus in Braemar Hill built around three central courtyards. The Hangzhou mini-campus sits within partner school Greentown Yuhua School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes an Arts & Languages Centre. Hangzhou facilities are designed to match top boarding schools abroad.
- Arts & Languages Centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
A diverse arts programme supported by a parent-run volunteer arts club.
- Arts & Languages Centre
- CIS Phoenix Arts Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Emphasises understanding of Chinese culture and history, including hands-on experience of mainland China through the Hangzhou programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Runs a well-being programme that builds students' self-knowledge and social and emotional skills.
- Visible Well-Being
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaches English and Chinese (Mandarin) with the aim of strong skills in both languages.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Describes itself as the first bilingual, intercultural school of its kind in Hong Kong, with emphasis on Chinese culture and history.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
Year 10 students spend a year in residence at the Hangzhou campus, with experiential learning ventures across mainland China.
- Hangzhou residential programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Accredited by NEASC and ECIS since 2000. COIS is also named as one of its accrediting bodies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applicants complete an online form, upload supporting documents, pay a non-refundable fee, and provide a teacher recommendation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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