The majority of teaching staff are Australian but the school has teachers from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Yes. Students who have satisfied the English level entrance assessment requirements but for whom English is their second language can receive professional support in our enhanced English as a Second Language (ESL) program. In primary school, the ESL program runs parallel to English classes for three 45 minute lessons a week. Students participating in this program will not miss out on what is being taught in their English classes as the ESL teachers will complement the topics and tasks done there. The ESL teachers are expert in the area of second language acquisition and regular sessions with them will help your child develop English language skills for all subjects across the curriculum. ESL support is also provided in secondary English classes.

Chinese, French

The school strives to keep class sizes to a maximum of around 25 students where possible, and a maximum of 20 in the Reception classes.

25

Technology is used in the classroom from Early Childhood to Secondary. The digital learning journey begins in Early Childhood, where the school provides Apple iPads and Chromebooks in the classrooms. AISHK teachers are innovative, utilising creative tools to encourage inquisitive learning, making it fun and interesting for young children.

AISHK introduces a school designated 1 to 1 laptop program beginning from Middle and Upper Primary to Secondary school students. Year 12 students have the freedom to bring their own devices to match their learning needs and habits as necessary.
To support students in their use of technology, the school has a dedicated IT kiosk for laptop service located next to the library.

As in Australia, students are tested internally throughout the year to ensure they have achieved the educational outcomes of the curriculum. As part of the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests are held each year for all students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Students in Years 11 and 12 elect to study for either the Higher School Certificate exam (HSC) or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Hong Kong examinations are not available. Each year, students may participate in the Australian schools' competitions for Mathematics, English, Science and Computer Studies.

Yes

The needs of individuals and classes will influence the amount of homework set, but as a guide, AISHK suggests the following homework guides for Primary students:
 Reception Year no homework
 Preparatory Year no set homework on a regular basis, unless a need is identified
 Year 1 10 minutes on any day
 Year 2 20 minutes on any day
 Year 3 30 minutes on any day
 Year 4 40 minutes maximum on any day
 Year 5 50 minutes maximum on any day
 Year 6 60 minutes maximum on any day

Secondary students will be given the following homework in no more than 6 subjects per day:
 Year 7 20 minutes per subject per day
 Year 8 30 minutes per subject per day
 Year 9 30 minutes per subject per day
 Year 10 35–40 minutes per subject per day
 Year 11 minimum of 3 hours per day
 Year 12 minimum of 3 hours per day

Yes. The Learning Support program is run by Learning Enrichment Centre (LEC) and caters for children who are completely mainstreamed with minimal withdrawal for specialist learning enrichment services.

When additional help is required, an LEC teacher designs a program to suit the needs of a particular student. The program is very flexible. The LEC teacher may offer support within the classroom and work alongside the class teacher in helping the student, or the student may be withdrawn from class at certain times during the week and given help on a continuing basis or for a short period of time depending on the specific needs of the student.

Upon receiving a completed application for admission, including school reports for the past two years, the Head of School will decide if the student needs to be assessed prior to entry. Many students coming from Australia where the education systems are closely related to AISHK, may not require assessment prior to entry.

Most students with a first language other than English are assessed, as are those who need learning support. The school will endeavor to place your child in the class that is right for his/her academic and social development, not just the class the child is old enough to attend. An assessment interview is undertaken by professional teachers to ensure that an applicant has attained a level of English and / or academic ability that will enable him/her to succeed in the classroom and to ensure correct placement.

Depends on the grade level.

8:15 am

2:50 pm or 3:30 pm depending on the grade level

An outsourced bus service is offered for AISHK school through Kwoon Chung Motors Company. While AISHK works with the bus company to arrange bus schedules and follow up any bad behaviour on the buses, please note that
transport to and from school is the parents’ responsibility and any problems must be sorted out directly with the bus company.

Students from Preparatory onwards (Prep – Year 12) have their lunch at the school. Hot and cold meals, sandwiches and rolls, as well as a range of salads and balanced snack foods, are available at the school cafeteria located on the 1st floor level. There are no facilities available for the reheating of food.

Yes

Orchestra, choir, guitar, chess, badminton, running, gymnastics, soccer, sew fun, art and craft, trampoline, debating, creative ICT, drama, jazz dance, netball, touch rugby, basketball, tennis, volleyball, glee club, maths and science, taekwondo, cooking, oil painting, science adventure

Physical education, swimming.

Yes

25 metre multi-lane indoor swimming pool combined with a shallow learning pool, gymnasium, outdoor field.

Australian International School Hong Kong (AISHK) is a co-educational K-12 day school located in Kowloon Tong. The Australian International School Hong Kong is a progressive and high performing school, and a source of pride for the Australian community in showcasing the best of Australian education.

AISHK is an IB Diploma school.

AISHK is dedicated to providing a world-class education, enabling each student to optimise their academic, cultural, physical and social development. Student wellbeing is a focus for the school as it embarks on a journey of implementing its Positive Education programme schoolwide. The Positive Education programme complements the school’s rigorous academic focus and enables students to develop personality and character, positive/growth mindsets, a determination to celebrate excellence, develop confidence, and establish and maintain genuine and meaningful friendships.