King George V School (ESF)
- IB Career-related
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IGCSE
Per yearabout USD 22.2K–24K
HKD 174K–188K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
English-medium school in Hong Kong, part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF). Offers the IB Middle Years Programme in Years 7-9, British GCSE, IGCSE or BTEC in Years 10-11, and the IB Diploma or BTEC pathways in Years 12-13. Founded in 1894 as Kowloon British College.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
IB Career-related · IB Diploma · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 11–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1894
- Ownership
- Foundation
- 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 |
|---|---|
| S.1 - S.5 | HKD 188,300≈ USD 24K |
| S.6 - S.7 | HKD 174,200≈ USD 22.2K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| S.1 - S.5 | HKD 188,300 (about USD 24K) |
| S.6 - S.7 | HKD 174,200 (about USD 22.2K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| King George V School (ESF) (this school) | HKD 174,200 (about USD 22.2K) | HKD 188,300 (about USD 24K) |
| Harrow International School Hong Kong | HKD 182,493 (about USD 23.3K) | HKD 248,155 (about USD 31.7K) |
| Delia Memorial School (Glee Path) | HKD 3,000 (about USD 383) | HKD 76,226 (about USD 9.73K) |
| Kellett School | HKD 218,200 (about USD 27.8K) | HKD 279,100 (about USD 35.6K) |
| Kennedy 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) |
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 MYP · IB DP (Diploma) · IB CP (Career-related) · IGCSE
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)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
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
Arts
- Music
- Art
After-school activities
- Sports
- Arts
- Student leadership
- Community service
- CAS
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Tutors and counsellors support students' learning and wellbeing, working closely with families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
The school is part of the English Schools Foundation, described as Hong Kong's largest English-medium international school organisation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
House system
The house system fosters identity and inter-house competition, and each of the four houses supports a charity.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Years 7-9 follow IB MYP, Years 10-11 follow British GCSE, IGCSE or BTEC, and Years 12-13 choose IB Diploma or BTEC.
- IB MYP
- IGCSE
- BTEC
- IB Diploma
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Wellbeing is built into daily school life, using surveys and data. Provision includes tutor time, counsellors, social workers and whole-school events.
- Tutor Time
- We Talk Hub
- Wellbeing survey
- Kindness Week
- Mental Health Awareness Week
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1894 as Kowloon British College, renamed King George V School in 1948, and grew to about 1,200 students by 1997.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
The school works with local NGOs on student-led service projects and supports four charities, one for each house.
- English teaching programs
- buddy reading
- refugee art classes
- hospital visits
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Academic facilities
Facilities include Performing Arts and Science Blocks, a Learning Resources Centre and a Heritage Centre.
- Performing Arts Block
- Science Block
- Learning Resources Centre
- Heritage Centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Offers creative outlets such as music concerts and art exhibitions.
- music concerts
- art exhibitions
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Students take part in community service projects with local organisations.
- community service
- KGV Charities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Student leaders and wellbeing prefects shape school culture and represent student voices.
- student leadership
- wellbeing prefects
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
CAS encourages regular activities outside the classroom to support health and wellbeing.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Instruction is in English, as an English-medium school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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