Yes

Yes. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) department works with English Language Learners (ELLs) and caters to lower intermediate level through to advanced level learners of English. The aim of the EAP department is to support students for whom English is an Additional Language (EAL) as they adjust to the linguistic and cognitive expectations of the mainstream classroom. Specialist teachers employ EAL strategies, scaffolding and modifications, so that students can learn in, and through, English while still learning English. By linguistically unpacking some mainstream lessons we aim to ensure that the success of the student is not solely correlated to their linguistic ability, but also to their understanding of content. EAP students will develop the language skills, learning strategies and cultural awareness needed to be successful.

Chinese (Mandarin), French and Spanish

In the Early Years, 16 in K1, 18 in K2; in Pre-Prep, 22 in Y1 to Y2, 24 in Y3 to Y5; 24 in the Prep School (Y6 to Y8) and Senior School (Y9 to Y11); and 15 in the Sixth Form (Y12 to Y13)

Please refer to the above.

Yes

No

N/A

IGCSE and A-level examinations

Please refer to the School website (http://www.harrowschool.hk/exam_university.aspx) for further information.

Yes

100% (with some may go on a gap year programme).

Yes

Specialist support includes the School Psychologist, Individual Needs Coordinator and EAP (English for Academic Purposes) Coordinator.

The scholarship programme at Harrow International School Hong Kong is intended to provide merit-based financial awards for students with gifts in academic work and/or extra-curricular pursuits. The School’s desire to fund scholarships is based on the belief that the education and personal development of all students in the School will be greatly enhanced by the presence of talented students in academic, cultural and sporting pursuits.

Yes

Yes. Please refer to the School website (http://www.harrowschool.hk/admissions-process.aspx) for further information.

Please refer to the School website (http://www.harrowschool.hk/admissions-process.aspx) for further information.

Pupils can only apply two years before entry. Parents of applicants who were not successful in gaining a place for August 2015 entry who would like their child to be considered for August 2016 entry, should inform the Admissions department in writing by the deadlines stated in the Admissions Timeline.

Please refer to the School website (http://www.harrowschool.hk/admissions-process.aspx) for further information.

The School is, however, happy to receive late applications from pupils who are re-locating from overseas, plus strong late applications from local students, subject to places being available. For further information, please contact the Admissions Office.

Lower School Early Years (K1 and K2) 8.00am
Lower School Pre-Prep School (Y1 to Y5) 8.15am
Upper School (Y6 to Y13) 8.00am

Lower School Early Years (K1 and K2) 2.00pm
Lower School Pre-Prep School (Y1 to Y5) 3.50pm
Upper School (Y6 to Y13) 4.50pm

Students are not allowed leave the School without the permissions from both the parents and the teachers.

Yes

Yes. The Dining Hall provides lunches and dinners for the students. Snacks, such as fruits, sandwiches and cookies, and juices are offered to certain year groups.

Vegetarian menus are available.

Yes

A varied extra-curricular programme is an essential part of a Harrow education and, distinctively in Hong Kong a significant part of it is integrated into the School day for all students from Y1 to Y13. Through activity option choices and a number of core activities that take place within the timetable, as well as in enrichment time after 5.15pm for boarders, the extra-curricular activities programme aims to develop skills associated with service, charity, teamwork, creative expression, leadership and challenges through a wide range of team and individual sports, music, art, drama, cultural and academic extension activities.

Please refer to the School website (http://www.harrowschool.hk/dpt_pe.aspx) for further information.

Yes. Please contact the School for further information.

Astro turf, basketball court, gymnasium, multi-purposes rooms, netball court, sports hall, swimming pool, tennis court.

Harrow International School Hong Kong is the first international boarding and day school in Hong Kong. It opened in September 2012 and today has a combined roll of 1115 students from Early Years to Y13 in its Lower School and Upper School. Located in a magnificent crescent-shaped building with custom-built facilities near the Gold Coast, Tuen Mun, the School integrates elements of educational philosophy, practice and traditions from Harrow School in England into the diverse international community of Hong Kong to provide a highly distinctive education.

In delivering its vision statement, Leadership for a better world, the School places emphasis on high expectations of academic excellence, breadth and quality of extra-curricular achievement, positive contributions to the School community, and the development of leadership skills. Activities and experiences in and out of the classroom focus on the development of the six leadership attributes outlined in the vision statement:

1. Contributing positively to the community
2. Using knowledge with compassion
3. Solving problems collaboratively
4. Solving problems creatively
5. Making fair and just choices
6. Facing challenges with determination