Kennedy School (ESF)
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 18.5K
HKD 145K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Kennedy School is an English-medium primary school in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF). It teaches the IB Primary Years Programme to Years 1 to 6.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
IB PYP
Ages
Ages 5–11
Students
900
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1946
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Deadline
- 2026-09-30
- 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 |
|---|---|
| P.1 - P.6 | HKD 145,000≈ USD 18.5K |
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy School (ESF) (this school) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) |
| 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, explained
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 MYPNot here
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)Not here
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
- Outdoor education
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- Swimming
- Games
- Lunchtime play
Arts
- Choir
- Band
- Drama
- Cultural celebrations
After-school activities
- Sports teams
- Choir
- Band
- Adventure camps
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The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Uses a tiered support system (MTSS) with in-class help, small-group or one-to-one support, and an inclusion team of specialist teachers.
- MTSS tiered support
- Inclusion team
- Educational assistants
- Speech therapy
- Occupational therapy
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Part of the English Schools Foundation, described as a leading English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Operates school buses covering areas across Hong Kong Island and West Kowloon, such as Central, Mid-levels and Pokfulam.
- Aberdeen
- Central
- Kennedy Town
- Mid-levels
- Pokfulam
- Sai Ying Pun
- Wong Chuk Hang
- West Kowloon
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Operates within the English Schools Foundation network, with staff, the PTA and School Council involved in school life.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Teaches the IB Primary Years Programme with an inquiry-based approach and uses Universal Design for Learning to offer varied ways to learn.
- IB PYP
- Universal Design for Learning
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Mental wellbeing
Offers social-emotional small groups, counselling, speech and occupational therapy, with assistants trained in emotional literacy support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Began in post-war Hong Kong in 1946 and moved to its current Pok Fu Lam campus in 1989. Expanded to about 900 students in 1998.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Emphasises a close family and school community, with staff, the PTA and School Council working together to build students' sense of belonging.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Association and School Council are named as active partners supporting the school community.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Campus has sports, arts and drama facilities, and classrooms designed for individual and group learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Students use the Stanley Ho sports complex at HKU for games, swimming and lunchtime play.
- Swimming
- Games
- Lunchtime play
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Performance is central, with year-level showcases, choir, band and cultural celebrations.
- Choir
- Band
- Year-level showcases
- Cultural celebrations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Offers over 100 after-school programmes and sports teams, plus adventure camps and cultural trips.
- After-school clubs
- Sports teams
- Adventure camps
- Cultural trips
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Year 6 student leaders help organise initiatives and share ideas for school improvement.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Central application for Year 1 entry in August 2027 runs 1-30 September 2026. Nomination rights can give priority interview access.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Applications received after 30 September are treated as late and placed on a waitlist by category and date received.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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