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Diocesan Girls' School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$118,316 - 131,786
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1120
Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)
Opened 1860
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Diocesan Girls’ School (DGS) in Jordan, Kowloon, was founded in 1860 and remains a girls’ secondary school with English as the medium of instruction for all non-Chinese subjects. Students follow Hong Kong’s HKDSE route or opt into the British GCE Advanced Level pathway from Secondary Five. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, sports field, auditorium, fitness centre, and an Artificial Intelligence Laboratory; daily assemblies and a broad extracurricular programme are part of school life. Music is a distinctive strength, with multiple choirs, orchestras, and ensembles performing regularly, alongside drama and dance. A wide range of clubs spans robotics, programming, debating, Model United Nations, service initiatives through the Citizens’ Club, and numerous sports teams. Boarding is available Monday through Friday during term time for up to 60 students. Annual fees for local students are HKD 42,000, with published fee remission and scholarship schemes.

dgs.edu.hk

1 Jordan Rd, Jordan, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

Diocesan Girls' School has 1,120 pupils, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The school is situated in a central urban area of Kowloon, within easy reach of public transportation, including the MTR, buses, and taxis. Its position offers convenient access from both Hong Kong Island and the New Territories, making it accessible for families across the city. The campus blends heritage buildings with modern facilities in a secure and well-connected setting.

Stages
The school offers education from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6 (approximately ages 11–18). Students in the lower forms (S1–S3) follow a broad junior-secondary curriculum, while those in the upper forms (S4–S6) pursue either the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or GCE Advanced Level qualifications. The school is academically structured to support both local and international higher-education pathways.

Type
DGS is a girls-only day and boarding school. It operates under Hong Kong’s Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS), which allows flexibility in curriculum and fee structure. Boarding is available for up to 60 students, primarily on a Monday–Friday basis during term time.

Additional learning support
The school provides general pastoral care through Form Teachers, counsellors, and school social workers. Guidance and counselling teams help address students’ academic and emotional needs. However, the school does not publicly specify specialised SEN facilities or programmes on its website.

Country affiliation
Diocesan Girls’ School has no foreign country affiliation. It follows Hong Kong’s education system under the Direct Subsidy Scheme.

Religious affiliation
The school has an Anglican (Episcopalian) foundation and continues to uphold a Christian ethos in its daily assemblies and school life.

School day structure
Classes typically begin with a morning assembly, followed by lessons that run until approximately 3:00 pm from Monday to Thursday. Fridays include Other Learning Experiences (OLE) and extended activities, ending at around 4:00 pm. The daily timetable includes recess and a lunch break, with some afternoon sessions devoted to co-curricular or pastoral programmes.

Bus service
DGS provides a school bus service managed by a School Bus Committee, which oversees route coordination and service arrangements. The service operates in partnership with local transportation providers to support commuting students across Kowloon and nearby districts. Details of the routes and schedules are made available to parents during enrolment and the start of the school year.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Diocesan Girls' School ranges from HKD 118,316 to HKD 131,786 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 75 is required when submitting an online application through the school’s admission portal. No additional registration or deposit fees are stated.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Local Students (Secondary 1–6): HKD 42,000
Non-local Students (Secondary 1–3): HKD 118,316
Non-local Students (Secondary 4–6): HKD 131,786

Tuition fees for local students are billed in 10 monthly instalments (September–June) and paid via direct debit. Non-local students are billed annually.

Boarding Fees
Regular boarders are charged HKD 6,500 per month, covering Monday–Friday accommodation with breakfast and dinner (except Friday evenings).
Boarding options include full-year, full-term, or 20-day experiential programmes—the latter is compulsory for all Secondary 1 students.

Additional Fees
Uniforms, textbooks, extracurricular programmes, and optional lessons (e.g., music, languages) are charged separately.
Additional costs may apply for sports or cultural trips, competition entry fees, and training programmes.

Scholarships and Fee Remission
The school offers bursaries (fee remission) based on financial need and scholarships for academic achievement, leadership, music, and sports.
Continuation of awards depends on sustained effort, good performance, and conduct.

Payment Options

Application fees: Paid online through the school’s admission portal.
Tuition fees: Paid by direct debit through a Hong Kong bank account.
Boarding fees: Billed monthly and settled by direct debit or bank transfer.
Academics

Diocesan Girls' School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
Diocesan Girls’ School offers a broad academic programme from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6, preparing students for both Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) and GCE Advanced Level (A-Level) examinations. In Secondary 1–3, students follow a wide-ranging junior curriculum that includes English, Chinese, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Religious Education, Physical Education, Visual Arts, and Music. From Secondary 4–6, students may choose either the HKDSE route—comprising four core subjects and up to four electives—or the A-Level pathway beginning in Secondary 5. Elective options include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies (BAFS), Literature in English, Music, and Physical Education. English is the medium of instruction for all subjects except Chinese Language and related courses. The curriculum is complemented by Other Learning Experiences (OLE), which include community service, arts, sports, and leadership activities.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Application
Parents begin the application through the DGS Admission Portal, which requires a Google account. Applicants complete the form, upload required information, and pay a non-refundable application fee. After submission, families print the generated Portfolio Cover Sheet and Portfolio Summary Form.

2. Document Submission
All supporting materials, including the Portfolio Cover Sheet, Portfolio Summary Form, personal portfolio, and school reports from the previous two to three years, must be submitted to the General Office by hand, registered post, or courier within the published application window. Applications that miss this deadline are not processed.

3. Stage 1: Documentary Review (50%)
Applications are first assessed based on academic performance and conduct (25%) and evidence of non-academic achievements and exposure (25%). Shortlisted applicants are invited to proceed to the next stage.

4. Stage 2: Teacher Interaction and Skills Testing
Selected candidates meet teachers in small groups on specific dates. Students with special strengths may be invited to additional music auditions or sports trials to demonstrate their abilities.

5. Stage 3: Interview with the Headmistress
A smaller group of shortlisted candidates is invited for a one-to-one meeting with the Headmistress. These interviews are usually held in January or February.

6. Offer and Registration
Successful applicants receive offers in early March. To confirm enrolment, families must submit an EDB Student Record Form and sign an undertaking letter. Unsuccessful applicants are notified by email.

Scholarships
DGS offers a range of scholarships and exhibitions that recognize students’ achievements in academics, leadership, music, and sports. Entrance Scholarships are available for high-performing applicants entering Secondary 1, determined by their performance in admission assessments and interviews. Additional academic and merit-based scholarships may be awarded annually to existing students for outstanding performance or contributions to school life. Bursaries (fee remission) are also available based on financial need and are subject to continued good conduct and satisfactory performance. Specific award amounts and numbers are not publicly disclosed.

Waitlist
The school does not operate a formal waitlist or pool system.
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