Quick summary of key school information
School details
Nationalities
| Number of students |
250+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
25 |
| Most common nationality |
Hong Kong |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
70/30 |
Languages
| 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. |
Classroom
| 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 in times of emergencies. The is recognised as a Microsoft Flagship School for Education Innovation. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
None. |
Academics
| 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% |
Student support
| 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 who require 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 in. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, if needed. |
Admissions
| 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 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 day
| School start time |
8:00am |
| School finish time |
3.00pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, our award-winning ECA (Extra-curricular Activities) 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. Parents can choose to order lunch for their child from our dedicated lunch service provider or the child may bring their own lunch to school. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a variety of extracurricular activities including but not limited to individual sports such as 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 as well as Science Clubs and NASA Education. We also offer a daily Homework Club. Extra English and Extra 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
| 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. |
About 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. |