West Island School (ESF)
- IB MYP
- IGCSE
- BTEC
- IB Diploma
- +1
Per yearabout USD 22.2K–24K
HKD 174K–188K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
English-medium IB World School in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, part of the English Schools Foundation. Offers IB MYP, I/GCSE, BTEC, IB Diploma and IB Career-related programmes for Years 7 to 13.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
IB MYP · IGCSE · BTEC
Ages
Ages 11–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1991
- Ownership
- Foundation
- Deadline
- 2026-09-30
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- 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 |
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| 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| West Island 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) |
| 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)
- 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, 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.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Performing arts
- STEM
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
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Licence
English Schools Foundation school on the Education Bureau's official international school list
More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), an English-medium school network in Hong Kong. Students can use resources shared across ESF schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Served by public bus and minibus routes, with minibuses and taxis from Kennedy Town MTR station.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
House system
A dynasty-themed house system builds identity, collaboration, school spirit and leadership across all year groups.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Years 7-9 follow IB MYP, Years 10-11 study I/GCSE and BTEC Level 2, and Years 12-13 take IB Diploma, IB Career-related or BTEC Level 3 programmes.
- IB MYP
- I/GCSE
- BTEC Level 2
- IB Diploma Programme
- IB Career-related Programme
- BTEC Level 3
- Engineering pathway
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Publishes 2026 IB, BTEC and I/GCSE results, along with university destination information.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
A wellbeing team of professional counsellors and social workers offers one-to-one support, and all staff are trained to support student wellbeing.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened in 1991 in a former military hospital building. It was the first ESF school to offer Mandarin lessons to all students and uses dynasty-named houses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Families connect with the school through the PTA and the ESF Hub learning and communication system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA supports belonging and collaboration among families and staff, and enhances the learning environment through fundraising and volunteering.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Specialised spaces are designed for personalised learning, and most campus areas are wheelchair accessible.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include halls, a pool, astroturf and a fitness room. A high performance athlete programme balances academics with sport.
- Sports Hall
- Arena
- The Cage
- Astroturf
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness Room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Offers design technology and engineering facilities for hands-on learning across all year groups.
- Design technology
- Engineering
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Arts facilities include an auditorium, music rooms, visual art studio, drama and dance studios, and a film and media suite.
- Auditorium
- Music rooms
- Visual art studio
- Drama studios
- Dance studio
- Film & media suite
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Community and service
The experiential learning programme links the school values to real-world problem solving.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Mandarin lessons have been offered to all students, reflecting the school's Hong Kong setting.
- Mandarin
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Identified as an IB World School offering IB programmes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Year 1 and Year 7 entry uses the central application, open 1-30 September. Nomination rights offer a priority interview route.
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
Source: Read from the school's website
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