Fees for Hong Kong Academy, Hong kong

G7–10 students working on a woodworking project in the “Make Anything” Flex.

Primary students practicing rhythm patterns with sticks in the music room.

Kindergarten students selecting books during a reading workshop session.

Grade 2 student showing painted ice cream stick art in visual arts class.

Students competing in a girls’ basketball game in the school gymnasium.

Hong Kong Academy — international school in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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Fee Breakdown

Fees

Application Fees

Pre-K1–2: HKD 1,500 (non-refundable)
K–G12: HKD 3,000 (non-refundable)

Entrance Fee

First child: HKD 25,000 (one-time, non-refundable)
Each additional child: HKD 12,500

Tuition Fees (per year / semester)

Pre-K1–2: HKD 119,000 (HKD 59,500 per semester)
K–G5: HKD 229,500 (HKD 114,750 per semester)
G6–G8: HKD 252,600 (HKD 126,300 per semester)
G9–G10: HKD 263,300 (HKD 131,650 per semester)
G11–G12: HKD 273,900 (HKD 136,950 per semester)

Additional Costs

Tuition Deposit: HKD 30,000 (credited toward tuition, non-refundable)
Family Debenture: HKD 630,000 (resellable on departure, covers one child from Capital Levy)
Annual Capital Levy: HKD 32,000 per student (if no debenture held)
Other costs: Uniforms, school bus, meals, IB Diploma exam fees, after-school activities, and overnight trips (Grade 3–11 trips cost HKD 4,000–20,500 in 2024–25).
Learner support may incur additional fees depending on student needs

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

Semester 1 fees due: 15 May 2026
Semester 2 fees due: 16 Nov 2026
Overdue payments: 2% interest per month after 14 days; HKD 200 for dishonoured cheques.
Three months’ written notice (or three months’ tuition) required for withdrawal

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Payment options are provided on school invoices.

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees HK$119,000 - 273,900

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 550

Type Co-educational

Opened 2000

Bus Service Yes

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Kasson Bratton

School Principal

Hong Kong Academy (HKA), founded in 2000, is an independent, non-profit IB World School in Sai Kung, Hong Kong, offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes for students aged 3–18. The campus provides modern learning spaces alongside outdoor areas that make use of the school’s unique setting in the New Territories. English is the language of instruction, with Mandarin and Spanish offered as additional languages. HKA is known for its strong performing arts program, with drama, music, and visual arts woven into the curriculum and supported by well-equipped performance venues. The school also places a strong emphasis on outdoor education, using its natural surroundings for experiential learning. Service and sustainability are integral to student life, reflected in student-led projects and community initiatives. Sports teams are known as the Dragonflies with student-athletes competing in Hong Kong and Asia-wide leagues. With a low student-to-teacher ratio and a close-knit, co-educational community, HKA provides an internationally recognized education grounded in engagement and real-world connections .

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