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CityHong Kong
CurriculumBritish
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 5 to 13
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 20 students / class
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: HK$188,000
to: HK$198,000
Address: Tin Wan Street, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
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Number of students

250+

Number of nationalities represented in the school

23

Most common nationality

Hong Kong

Ratio of local students to international students

70/30

Native English speaking teachers

Yes, all our English teachers are British trained and our Chinese teachers are specialist teachers from Hong Kong and China.

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes, we offer ESL and CSL classes after school.

Additional language classes offered by the school

Chinese in Putonghua and Simplified Characters, with Traditional Characters exposure. Languages such as French, Italian, Spanish will be added to the curriculum.

Max. number of students per class

24

Average number of students per class

20

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes, each class has a teaching assistant.

Use of technology in the classroom

Yes, we have a smart board for teaching and iPads are interactive learning within the classroom. The school is equipped with two science labs, as well as a dedicated STEAM lab including equipment such as 3D printer, laser cutter, personal desktop computers, and building stations.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes, through Microsoft, our school provides both remote and in person learning, using various technologies to enhance the learning structure. The school was recently recognized as a Microsoft Flagship School for Education Innovation

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

None

External examinations or assessments available

Common Entrance Exam, IGCSE, A Levels

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

For Years 1-2, around 30 mins. For Years 5+, around an hour.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes

Learning support offered

Our SEN specialist will arrange one-on-one and small group classes with students that requires special learning needs during a dedicated part of their school day

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

As part of our provision, we also support gifted and talented students with a variety of personalised programmes for the students to engage

Student access to education psychologist

Yes, if needed

Entry evaluation for students

Yes, children will need to pass an assessment test before offer is given.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Year 1 and Year 2 applicants are assessed in a group setting for their abilities in numeracy, cognitive, interpersonal and social skills. Children are also assessed for their understanding and use of English. Applicants applying for Year 3 to Year 8 undergo a written assessment covering English, Mathematics and Non-Verbal Reasoning and Cat 3/4 testing

Waiting list

No

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

We have rolling/ongoing admissions throughout the year.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes, we accept students joining after the academic year has started.

School start time

8:00am

School finish time

3.00pm

Supervised care before/after school

Yes, our ECA programme is available every day from 3-5pm with over 40 different clubs and activities to join

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

We offer a variety of ECA including but not limited to individual sports such as Swimming, Taekwondo and Wall Climbing to team sports such as Ball Hockey, Basketball and Tennis. There are opportunities for extra Art, Chinese Calligraphy and Culture, Music, Classical Ballet and Musical Theatre aswell as Science Clubs and NASA Education. Extra English and Chinese classes are provided by invitation.

Sports activities included

In Physical Education, pupils will learn different sports including but not limited to football, rugby, golf, basketball, badminton, baseball, gymnastics, etc.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Library, Atrium, STEAM lab, Science Labs, Auditorium, Music Hall, Individual Music Practice Rooms, Drama and Dance Studio, Cafeteria, Rooftop Garden, etc.

Sports facilities at the school

We have a 20,000 rooftop outdoor space, an indoor gymnasium and an additional hard court football pitch to the side of the school.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong is the premier British preparatory school in Hong Kong, offering a private UK curriculum to preparatory school aged children 5 – 13 years old. At our beautiful, co-educational preparatory school on Hong Kong Island we provide an English holistic educational model, using the National Curriculum for England and Wales as a foundation, which is complemented by an exciting extracurricular activities programme as part of our normal school day. We also offer an exceptional Chinese language and culture curriculum.

We emphasize our commitment to a broad and international school education including fourteen primary subjects, complemented by learning outside of the conventional classroom setting. Our teaching methods, experience and heritage enables us to offer a preparatory school education for each individual pupil that balances academic rigour with an integrated focus on mental and physical well-being.

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