Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong is located at 10 Shek Kok Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories. The area is a modern residential and business hub, connected to the rest of Hong Kong by the MTR and major road networks. The campus is within easy reach of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, while also being close to coastal and green spaces.

The school serves children aged 3 to 11. Education is structured into the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) and Primary School (Years 1–6).

The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls.

Shrewsbury provides support for students with Additional Learning Needs through its Learning Enhancement team. This includes tailored interventions, close collaboration with teachers, and access to specialist staff when required.

The school follows the British curriculum and has a strong affiliation with the United Kingdom.

The school has no religious affiliation.

The school day begins at 8:00 am and finishes at 3:00 pm, with breaks and a lunch period included within the timetable. A wide range of after-school activities is also offered, extending the day for students who participate.

A school bus service operates across Hong Kong, covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. Routes and schedules are coordinated with an external transport provider to suit family needs. Younger children are accompanied by bus mothers to ensure their safety and comfort during journeys.

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong offers education from ages 3 to 11 through two pathways: the British International Pathway (BIP) and the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP). Both are based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the English National Curriculum. In Nursery and Reception, children follow a thematic EYFS programme with specialist teaching in Chinese, Music, PE, and Aquatics. From Year 1 to Year 6, the curriculum is organized around six-week thematic units, supported by English National Curriculum standards.

The BIP is delivered primarily in English, while the HQP balances instruction equally between English and Mandarin, with subjects such as mathematics taught in both languages. Chinese language study is tiered to suit different ability levels, progressing toward IGCSE benchmarks. Across both pathways, students benefit from specialist teaching in Performing Arts, Music, Physical Education, and Swimming, which form a consistent part of the curriculum.

Shrewsbury employs a full-time Individual Needs Coordinator to identify and support learners with a variety of needs (e.g. Dyslexia, ADHD, visual/hearing/motor difficulties, communication/interaction disorders including ASD). Students requiring higher support receive Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Pupil Passports, reviewed termly. Support may include in-class assistance, small-group interventions, or 1:1 Learning Support Assistants (at additional cost) for those who need more help.

Shrewsbury employs a full-time Individual Needs Coordinator to identify and support learners with a variety of needs (e.g. Dyslexia, ADHD, visual/hearing/motor difficulties, communication/interaction disorders including ASD). Students requiring higher support receive Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Pupil Passports, reviewed termly. Support may include in-class assistance, small-group interventions, or 1:1 Learning Support Assistants (at additional cost) for those who need more help.

Shrewsbury does not publicly disclose detailed information on how EAL support is structured or delivered.

Shrewsbury’s approach to wellbeing is integrated into student support; early identification and intervention are designed to foster positive mental health alongside academic progress. Students experiencing social, emotional, and mental health difficulties may access support through Learning Mentors and the Individual Needs team. Additionally, the school promotes close communication with parents to monitor student welfare.

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong maintains a formal Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, which is published and regularly updated. All staff complete safer-recruitment checks, including police clearances and references, before being appointed. The school designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and a Deputy DSL as the primary contacts for safeguarding concerns, with the Principal acting as a further escalation point. Visitors must sign in and out at Reception, remain in approved areas, use designated adult toilets, and may not take photos or videos unless specifically permitted.

1. Submit Application
Parents complete and submit an Application Form plus a Home Assessment Form by email, including supporting documents such as photographs, passport or identity pages, visa status (if applicable), vaccination records, and up to two years of school reports (if relevant).

2. School Meeting or Assessment
For Early Years (Nursery/Reception), children are invited to participate in a play-based observation session under supervision of the teaching team. For older entrants (Year 3–6), applicants undertake written tasks and other assessments (usually lasting about 75 minutes).

3. Review by Admissions Team and Decision
The Admissions Team compiles all submitted materials and assessment results, and then presents a candidate file to the Principal, who makes the final decision. Parents are informed whether the offer is successful or not, typically within five working days.

4. Acceptance and Fees
If an offer is made, the school sends a Letter of Offer with an Acceptance of Place Form, which must be signed and returned along with any required fees and agreement to Terms & Conditions by the deadline.

5. Special / Individual Needs Disclosure
At application, parents must disclose any known or suspected learning, developmental, or physical needs so that an access review can be done. Applications including formal diagnoses or specialist reports are assessed by the Individual Needs Coordinator. The school reserves the right to withdraw offers if required information is withheld.

Shrewsbury offers “Achievement Scholarships” for students already in Key Stage 2 who demonstrate an outstanding academic record. Nominations for these scholarships must be supported by at least two school staff members and are assessed by the Principal before being recommended to the School Management Committee. The number of scholarships is limited, and the awards are typically announced annually.

The school uses a Wait Pool (or waitlist) system. If a child meets the entry criteria but there is no available place in the year group, the child’s name is added to the Wait Pool. When a place becomes available, the Admissions Team, along with the Principal, reviews Wait Pool candidates and offers admission based on criteria such as assessment performance and order of application. The Wait Pool is cleared at the end of each academic year; applicants still interested must submit a fresh application.