Hong Kong International School

Application Process

Step 1: Fill in the online application

Application Fee: HK$2000

Priority Deadline Information

• If your application is received on or before the priority deadline you are guaranteed an assessment.
• Please note that we only accept applications no earlier than two years prior to the academic year in which you are applying.

Step 2: Required supporting documents

Once your application has been processed, the Office of Admissions will be in contact to provide further information on the supporting documents below:

Admissions Report

The form will be provided after your application has been processed. Please have your child's current teacher complete and email the form directly to the Office of Admissions.

Report Cards

Please provide hardcopy of the applicant's Report cards (in English) from last TWO school years, inclusive of current grading period.

Mathematics & Science Placement Form

The forms will be provided after your application has been processed. Please have your child's current teacher complete and email the forms directly to the Office of Admissions.

Student Questionnaire

The questionnaire will be provided after your application has been processed and needs to be filled out by the applicant.

Health History Form

Mail hardcopy to the Office of Admissions.

Please note if you are accepted, you will be required to submit a Physical Examination Form to be completed by your doctor.

Physical Examination Form

This form (completed by a medical doctor) must be submitted once placement has been offered.

Step 3: Assessment information

Screening Information

Applicants for Grades 9-12 must take the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) administered by the Northwest Evaluation Association. Our office will be in contact with you regarding the testing registration process accordingly.

Assement

MAP (Measure of Academic Progress)

Step 4: Admissions decisions

Once a student has been assessed as qualified in step 3, and provided there is space in the appropriate division, an applicant will be offered placement on a rolling basis. This process is executed according to our Admissions Priority System as described in the General Admissions Information below.

General Admissions Information

Each student’s ability to achieve success in an atmosphere of high expectation and an environment of self-discipline and responsibility to the school community is carefully assessed.

In making this assessment, HKIS will evaluate each applicant with regard to:

• English Language Proficiency
• Demonstrated Academic Achievement
• Personal Characteristics
• Fit to HKIS’ Student Learning Results

Notice of Non-Discrimination

One of the greatest assets of Hong Kong International School (HKIS) is the diversity contained within its student population. This diversity is a result of a variety of cultural backgrounds, previous school experiences, philosophy and ability. HKIS does not discriminate on the basis of gender or race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. However, HKIS reserves the right to administer selective enrollment when deemed necessary, proper and in the best interest of the school.

Health Insurance Policy

HKIS requires all of its students to be covered by personal health insurance. HKIS does not provide medical coverage for students when accidents occur during school-related activities.

Entry Requirements

• Students must have valid proof of visa status/right of abode in Hong Kong (e.g., dependent visa, HKID card, Hong Kong birth certificate, Hong Kong passport) prior to the start of school.
• A student may not enter HKIS unless he/she will be living with at least one parent who is in full-time residence in Hong Kong.
• A student entering high school must submit records for all previous high school coursework. Credit for graduation cannot be given without a full high school academic history.
• HKIS requires all of its students to be covered by personal health insurance. HKIS does not provide medical coverage for students when accidents occur during school-related activities.
• Students transferring from a country whose school year follows a different calendar than HKIS will generally be required to continue in the year they have just completed (For example: a student completing Grade 10 in December in Australia, would remain in Grade 10 at HKIS for the remainder of the academic year).