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ELCHK Lutheran Academy

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$152,947 - 191,972
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1200
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages French, Mandarin
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

ELCHK Lutheran Academy (LA) is a Direct Subsidy Scheme through-train school in Yuen Long, New Territories, offering a dual-pathway senior programme: IB Diploma (IBDP) and HKDSE. The school is an IB World School across PYP (authorized Jan 2018), MYP (Nov 2019) and DP (Sep 2014). Instruction for non-Chinese subjects is in English, with Chinese & Culture taught in Putonghua. Students may also explore a third language via ECAs, and French ab initio has been offered at the DP level. Facilities and access information include detailed public transport links and a tendered school bus network with 15 routes. Recent school communications highlight distinctive programmes such as Global Classroom study tours and STEM/aerospace initiatives. The Chief Principal is Dr. Patrick LAM Hak-chung. LA reports over 1,200 students enrolled.

www.luac.edu.hk

Elchk Lutheran Academy, 25 Lam Hau Tsuen Rd, Yuen Long, Hong Kong.

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The Essentials

ELCHK Lutheran Academy has 1,200 pupils, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
ELCHK Lutheran Academy is situated in Yuen Long, in Hong Kong’s New Territories. The school is positioned in a calm suburban area with convenient transport connections, including public buses, minibuses, and MTR feeder routes. Taxis are easily accessible nearby, and limited on-street parking is available. Families are encouraged to use public transport for daily travel.

Stages
The school is structured into three main divisions: Primary School, Middle School, and Senior School. These correspond to the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), with students progressing through a through-train system from Year 1 to Year 12.

Type
ELCHK Lutheran Academy is a co-educational, Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school offering full-day education. It does not offer boarding facilities. The school serves both local and non-local students and provides a dual pathway in its senior years—IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or HKDSE.

Additional learning support
The school operates an Inclusive Learning Policy, coordinating support through programme-level teams, including EAL and Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) coordinators. A three-tier support structure ensures assistance for students with additional learning needs within mainstream classrooms, but it is not a specialist SEN institution.

Country affiliation
The school has no country affiliation. It is registered and operated under Hong Kong’s education system as a Direct Subsidy Scheme school.

Religious affiliation
The school is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hong Kong (ELCHK) and integrates Christian values and education within its school culture.

School day structure
The school’s office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The school follows a full-day schedule with lunch breaks and subject-based lessons aligned with IB programme requirements. Specific class start and end times are not publicly disclosed.

Bus service
A school bus service is provided through an annual tender system, currently operating 15 routes. Routes cover major areas including Yuen Long, Kam Tin, Fairview Park, Palm Springs, Tin Shui Wai, Tuen Mun, and East Rail Line districts such as Tai Po, Sheung Shui, and Fanling. The service is managed by licensed providers, and bus routes are reviewed yearly based on demand.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at ELCHK Lutheran Academy ranges from HKD 152,947 to HKD 191,972 for 2026/27.

Application Fees

A non-refundable application fee of HKD 50 is required for all online applications. This fee must be paid at the time of submission through the school’s online admissions portal.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Year 1 – Year 4: HKD 161,677
Year 5 – Year 6: HKD 159,533 – 157,390
Year 7 – Year 8: HKD 155,243 – 154,094
Year 9: HKD 152,947
Year 10: HKD 170,915
Year 11 (HKDSE): HKD 173,058
Year 11 (IBDP): HKD 191,972
Year 12 (HKDSE): HKD 168,629
Year 12 (IBDP): HKD 189,828

Fees are billed in 10 installments (September–June) for Years 1–11, and 6 installments (September–February) for Year 12. Each installment must be paid in full; there are no prorated or partial refunds. Fee revisions, when applicable, are subject to Education Bureau (EDB) approval.

Additional Fees
The school does not list detailed additional fees on its website. Expenses such as uniforms, school lunch, transport, and extracurricular activities are paid separately through their respective service providers.

Transportation Fees
The school offers a school bus service operated under an annual tender, covering routes across Yuen Long, Kam Tin, Fairview Park, Tin Shui Wai, Tuen Mun, and East Rail Line districts. Bus fees depend on route distance and are billed monthly by the service provider.

Refund Policy
Fees are non-refundable and non-prorated. Refund terms beyond this are not publicly specified.


Payment Options
Payments are accepted via bank transfer to the school’s designated account. Credit card payments are not mentioned on the official website.
Academics

ELCHK Lutheran Academy teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
The curriculum at ELCHK Lutheran Academy follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum, complemented by the option of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) in the senior years. The school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the Primary School, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in the Middle School, and offers a dual pathway in the Senior School through either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or HKDSE. The medium of instruction for non-Chinese subjects is English, while Chinese and Culture are taught in Putonghua. The Whole-School Language Policy provides pathways for English and Chinese proficiency and allows students to explore an additional language, including French ab initio at the Diploma level. The curriculum integrates academic subjects, service learning, and co-curricular activities to support a balanced educational experience.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Review Enrolment Notes
Parents are advised to read the Enrolment Notes carefully before starting the online application. These notes outline eligibility requirements, required documents, and application timelines for each grade level.

2. Submit Online Application
Applications are submitted through the school’s online admissions portal, along with a non-refundable application fee. Applicants must upload supporting documents such as recent school reports, birth certificates, and proof of identity.

3. Interview Stage
Year 1: Applicants participate in a first-round group interview, followed by a second-round individual interview for shortlisted candidates. Parents of shortlisted applicants are also invited for a meeting.
Year 7: Both group and individual interviews are conducted, with parents invited to share their views on education and school partnership.
Transfer students: Interviews are held only if vacancies exist, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

4. Results and Offers
After interviews, the school notifies families of admission results via email. Successful applicants receive offer letters with instructions for registration and payment of the first fee installment.

5. Registration and Enrolment
Accepted applicants must complete enrolment procedures within the stated period to confirm their place. Families may also apply for Fee Remission or Scholarship schemes at this stage if eligible.

Scholarships
ELCHK Lutheran Academy offers a Scholarship Scheme designed to recognize students with strong academic performance or outstanding achievements in specific areas such as service, leadership, or creativity. Scholarship applications are reviewed according to set criteria, and successful candidates may receive partial tuition reductions. The school also runs a Fee Remission Scheme to assist families with demonstrated financial need. Both programmes are managed internally, and application forms are available through the school’s admissions office or website.

Waitlist
The school does not operate a general waitlist or pool system. However, for transfer students, interviews are arranged only when vacancies are available. Applicants who are not shortlisted or when grade levels are full are not automatically placed on a rolling waitlist.
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