Peak School (ESF)
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 18.5K
HKD 145K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
English-medium primary school on Victoria Peak, Hong Kong, part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF). Teaches the IB Primary Years Programme to students aged 5 to 11.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP
Ages
Ages 5–11
Students
360
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 20
- Founded
- 1911
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Deadline
- 2026-09-30
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Peak 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) |
| 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)
- Corporate discount
- Yes
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
- Sport
- Visual arts
- Performing arts
- Outdoor education
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Playground
- Garden
- Classroom
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The essentials
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Additional learning support
A Learning Diversity Team supports students mainly in class, with withdrawal groups as needed. A speech therapist and occupational therapist also work on site.
- Learning Diversity Team
- Sensory motor programme
- Self-regulation
- Social skills programmes
- Educational Psychologist support
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), an English-medium international school group in Hong Kong.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
No school bus is listed. Public minibus and bus routes serve Central and The Peak. There is no parking at school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
An ESF member school. The site lists a Parent Teacher Association and a School Council.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the IB Primary Years Programme, with inquiry-based and transdisciplinary learning.
- IB Primary Years Programme
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Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Mental wellbeing
Wellbeing is a stated priority. Counselling is available to all year groups, and trained assistants (ELSAs) support emotional literacy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Follows the ESF Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and has designated Child Protection Officers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
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History
Founded in 1911 and moved several times. The current building on Plunkett's Road was built in 1954.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Students, staff and the PTA take turns organising community events.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA helps organise community events alongside students and staff.
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Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
A relatively large campus on Victoria Peak with a large upper playground and a garden.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a large upper playground and offers a range of sports activities and teams.
- Upper playground
- Sports teams
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Academic facilities
Classrooms are designed to support individual work and collaborative group learning.
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Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Students take part in visual arts, expressive arts and artistic performances.
- Visual arts
- Expressive arts
- Artistic performances
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Works with local organisations and charities so students learn about local and global issues.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
A Student Leadership Group develops responsibility and leadership skills among students.
- Student Leadership Group
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Reputation
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Accreditations
Recognised as an IB World School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Uses the ESF central application for entry, with set application periods and interview priority options.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Applications received after the deadline are placed on a waitlist by category and date received.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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