Victoria Shanghai Academy
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 24.5K–34.5K
HKD 192K–270K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
IB World School in Shum Wan, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, offering the PYP, MYP and DP to students aged 6 to 18, with bilingual English and Putonghua primary education.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 6–18
Students
2,100
Language
English, Chinese
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2004
- Religion
- none
- Selectivity
- Selective
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
Fees
Source: Official recordsRead from the school's website
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 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700≈ USD 24.5K |
| Year 2 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700≈ USD 24.5K |
| Year 3 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700≈ USD 24.5K |
| Year 4 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700≈ USD 24.5K |
| Year 5 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700≈ USD 24.5K |
| Year 6 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 212,300≈ USD 27.1K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Year 1 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) |
| Year 2 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) |
| Year 3 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) |
| Year 4 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) |
| Year 5 (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) |
| Year 6 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 212,300 (about USD 27.1K) |
| Year 7 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 215,500 (about USD 27.5K) |
| Year 8 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 215,500 (about USD 27.5K) |
| Year 9 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 217,300 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 10 (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme) | HKD 217,300 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 11 (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) | HKD 270,450 (about USD 34.5K) |
| Year 12 (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) | HKD 270,450 (about USD 34.5K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Shanghai Academy (this school) | HKD 191,700 (about USD 24.5K) | HKD 270,450 (about USD 34.5K) |
| Harrow International School Hong Kong | HKD 182,493 (about USD 23.3K) | HKD 248,155 (about USD 31.7K) |
| Glenealy 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) |
| Korean International School | HKD 58,500 (about USD 7.46K) | HKD 143,200 (about USD 18.3K) |
| Kellett School | HKD 218,200 (about USD 27.8K) | HKD 279,100 (about USD 35.6K) |
Source: school website (applications.edb.gov.hk) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- HKD 2,000
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
- 2027-02-16 (Year 1, 2028-29 entry)
- Entry process
- Interview, Written test
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- Third sibling discount policy exists; amount not stated on page
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
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)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
- Languages
- Academics
- STEM
- Service
- Performing arts
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 39.1
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 100%
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts
- Primary performing arts programme
After-school activities
- Co-curricular clubs
- CAS clubs
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB
- Memberships
- COIS, EARCOS
More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Provides support for students with language, learning, physical, medical or social-emotional needs, and may require psychoeducational assessment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning and teaching.
- PYP
- MYP
- DP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The Class of 2026 IB Diploma mean score was 39.1, with several students earning perfect scores.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Primary teaches in English and Putonghua; secondary is taught in English with a strong Chinese programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Provides bilingual IB education in English and Chinese.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
An IB World School in Hong Kong offering PYP, MYP and DP.
- IB World School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Year 1 applications run September to February, followed by grade-level entrance assessments and interviews.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Lists scholarship opportunities for applicants.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Results are acceptance, second interview, waitlist or decline, released within about four weeks of assessment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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