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Carmel School - Elsa High School Campus

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$219,120 - 256,890
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Opened 1991
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Carmel School
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 4
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Carmel’s Elsa High School Campus (Grades 6–12) delivers the IB MYP and DP in a Jewish international setting on Hong Kong Island’s east side, at Shau Kei Wan. Students progress through the MYP (Grades 6–10) to the DP (Grades 11–12), with IB subjects that include multiple Language A choices and Language Acquisition options in French, Hebrew, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian. The school highlights STEAM and robotics, with a dedicated space and programme, and offers extensive co-curriculars such as music, drama, debate, and rehearsals for the Elsa Musical. Service features throughout the MYP via Service & Action, including local and international opportunities. Carmel’s graduates and DP outcomes are profiled on the school site, and the high school diploma is WASC-accredited. The campus is served by City School Bus Service Limited, with pick-up/return details published for families.

www.carmel.edu.hk
This campus is part of Carmel School

460 Shau Kei Wan Rd, Shau Kei Wan, Hong Kong

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The Essentials

Carmel School - Elsa High School Campus has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 4, instruction in English.

Location
Elsa High School is on the east of Hong Kong Island in the Shau Kei Wan district. The area is well connected by public transport, including the MTR and local bus routes. Carmel’s other campuses are located in Mid-Levels, while the high school operates from this dedicated site.

Stages
The high school covers Grades 6–12, offering the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) from Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11–12. Students graduate with both the IB Diploma (if pursued) and the WASC-accredited Elsa High School Diploma.

Type
Carmel School is an inclusive, co-educational Jewish international school.

Additional learning support
The school references a Learning Enhancement facility at its Elementary campus, but does not publish specific SEN or additional learning support provisions for Elsa High School.

Country affiliation
The school does not have a formal affiliation with any country. It is an international IB World School based in Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation
Carmel is a Jewish international school, though Elsa High School states it welcomes students of all backgrounds.

School day structure
The public website does not publish start and end times or break structures for Elsa High School.

Bus service
Yes. Elsa High School is served by City School Bus Service Limited (City Motors Holding). Families can contact the provider directly to arrange routes and registration
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Fees

Annual tuition at Carmel School - Elsa High School Campus ranges from HKD 219,120 to HKD 256,890 for 2026/27.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)
Tuition is charged monthly over 10 months:

Grades 6–12 (Main Stream): HKD 20,260 per month (HKD 202,600 per year)
Grades 6–12 (International Stream): HKD 23,737 per month (HKD 237,370 per year)

Capital Levy
A compulsory annual Capital Levy of HKD 18,520 per student is applied for Grades 6–12. This levy contributes to maintenance, renovation, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Tuition fees must be paid on the first day of each month, including for students who join mid-year. Fees are collected by the Carmel School Association on behalf of the school.

Additional Fees
Uniform costs apply for all students, with formal “Blazer Days” observed weekly. Prices are not listed on the public website. Other potential costs, such as textbooks or extracurriculars, are not specified.

Payment Options
The school’s website does not specify payment methods (such as bank transfer or card). Families are instructed to contact the Finance Office for details.
Academics

Carmel School - Elsa High School Campus teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Elsa High School offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students in Grades 6–10. This programme includes a broad range of subjects across language and literature, sciences, individuals and societies, mathematics, design, the arts, and physical and health education, with Service & Action as a core component. In Grades 11–12, students progress to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP), where they can choose from subjects including English, Hebrew, Chinese, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian for language studies, alongside a wide selection in sciences, mathematics, individuals and societies, and the arts. Students may complete the full IB Diploma or take individual IB courses according to their goals. All graduates earn the WASC-accredited Elsa High School Diploma, which can be pursued alongside or independently of the IB Diploma.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Enquiry and Application
Families may begin the process by contacting the school’s Admissions Office by email or phone. Applications include submission of school reports, references, and any required supporting documents.

2. Assessment and Testing
Applicants may be asked to complete MAP testing in areas such as literacy, numeracy, and science. These assessments help the school understand each student’s readiness for the programme and identify appropriate placement.

3. English Language Proficiency
Non-native English speakers may be required to submit results from an internationally recognised English proficiency test. This ensures that students are prepared for instruction in English and can succeed in the IB programmes.

4. Interviews and Programme Placement
Interviews are conducted with students and families to assess suitability and alignment with the school’s ethos. Placement into the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12 is determined holistically, considering prior school records, Grade 10 results, and consultation with staff.

5. Offer and Enrolment
Successful applicants receive an offer and proceed to enrolment, which includes payment of tuition (monthly, over 10 months) and the annual Capital Levy. Families may also register for the school bus service through City School Bus Service Limited.

Scholarships
The school does not publish any information about scholarships or financial aid opportunities for Elsa High School.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose the use of a waitlist or pool system for admissions.
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