Discovery College (ESF)
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
- IB Career-related
Per yearabout USD 21.7K–28.8K
HKD 170K–226K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
ESF Discovery College is a Year 1-13 IB World Through-School in Hong Kong. It is a community of learners that aims to foster a passion for learning and enable all students to grow, discover and dream.
Key facts
Source: Compiled from public sourcesRead from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 5–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2008
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Official records
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 |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
| Year 2 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
| Year 3 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
| Year 4 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
| Year 5 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
| Year 6 | HKD 169,900≈ USD 21.7K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 2 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 3 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 4 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 5 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 6 | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Year 7 | HKD 223,900 (about USD 28.6K) |
| Year 8 | HKD 223,900 (about USD 28.6K) |
| Year 9 | HKD 223,900 (about USD 28.6K) |
| Year 10 | HKD 223,900 (about USD 28.6K) |
| Year 11 | HKD 223,900 (about USD 28.6K) |
| Year 12 | HKD 225,600 (about USD 28.8K) |
| Year 13 | HKD 225,600 (about USD 28.8K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery College (ESF) (this school) | HKD 169,900 (about USD 21.7K) | HKD 225,600 (about USD 28.8K) |
| Harrow International School Hong Kong | HKD 182,493 (about USD 23.3K) | HKD 248,155 (about USD 31.7K) |
| Renaissance College (ESF) | HKD 154,200 (about USD 19.7K) | HKD 203,700 (about USD 26K) |
| The International Montessori School - an IMEF School | HKD 38,000 (about USD 4.85K) | HKD 245,600 (about USD 31.3K) |
| Clearwater Bay School (ESF) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) |
| Kowloon Junior School (ESF) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
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 PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma) · IB CP (Career-related)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
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)Offered
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
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers the IB PYP, MYP, DP and CP across Years 1 to 13, with inquiry-based and career-related pathways.
- PYP
- MYP
- DP
- CP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Leadership and professional
Students can take leadership roles such as Student Council members, Sports Captains and Creative Leaders.
- Student Council
- Sports Captains
- Creative Leaders
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Views languages as essential to international mindedness and encourages home language use through dedicated programmes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Scholarships
Offers scholarships to students who excel in academics, service, arts and other areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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