Quarry Bay School (ESF)
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 18.5K
HKD 145K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Quarry Bay School is an ESF primary school in North Point, Hong Kong, offering 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
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1925
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Quarry Bay 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) |
| Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (ESF) | HKD 145,000 (about USD 18.5K) | HKD 188,300 (about USD 24K) |
| DSC International School | HKD 153,700 (about USD 19.6K) | HKD 175,700 (about USD 22.4K) |
| Lantau International School | HKD 81,000 (about USD 10.3K) | HKD 105,500 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Delia Memorial School (Glee Path) | HKD 3,000 (about USD 383) | HKD 76,226 (about USD 9.73K) |
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)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Intake
- 8
- Deadline
- 2026-09-30
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
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Service
- Outdoor education
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The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
The Student Support and Inclusion Department (The Hive) offers in-class support, literacy and numeracy programmes, counselling and therapies.
- Classroom additional support
- Literacy/numeracy programmes
- Social skills programmes
- Counselling
- Play therapy
- Speech and language therapy (parent-funded)
- Occupational therapy (parent-funded)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Part of the English Schools Foundation, described as Hong Kong's largest English-medium international education provider.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Runs the IB Primary Years Programme for Years 1 to 6, emphasising inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning.
- PYP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Offers social and emotional support including Emotional Literacy Support (ELSA) and social skills programmes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
Welcomes neurodivergent students; specialist learning support teachers and educational assistants work across the school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Treats wellbeing as physical, emotional and social health, with counselling and support structures.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
States the school was founded in 1925 and has educated many students over its long history.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Located in North Point with sports, arts and drama facilities; classrooms are designed for individual and group learning.
- Sports facilities
- Arts facilities
- Drama facilities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Community and service
Co-curricular activities span sports, arts, music and community service as part of a well-rounded education.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
A student leadership programme for Year 6 aims to build leadership, responsibility and teamwork.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Central application runs 1–30 September for Year 1 and Year 7, with online applications and interview-priority options.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Applications received after 30 September are placed on a waitlist ordered by category and date received.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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