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Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong - Prep School

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$188,000 - 218,000
Ages 5 - 13 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
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Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong’s Prep School (Years 1–8) delivers the National Curriculum for England and Wales, aligned with British Common Entrance standards. Learning is English-medium with equal weekly instructional time for Mandarin, and every class is supported by a dedicated teaching assistant. The campus in Tin Wan, Aberdeen features iSTEAM labs, science labs, a dedicated music suite, drama and performance studio, a bilingual library, football pitch, rooftop field, and the highest school climbing wall in Hong Kong. Distinctive programmes include mandatory iSTEAM, Entrepreneurship from Year 6, and an Intensive English Programme (Years 3–8). Students choose from 60+ ECAs spanning arts, robotics, debate, sport and more. The school runs a bus service across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon and is approximately 10–20 minutes’ drive from major hubs such as Repulse Bay and Central.

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This campus is part of Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong

17 Tin Wan St, Aberdeen, Hong Kong

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The Essentials

Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong - Prep School has typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The school is situated at 17 Tin Wan Street, Tin Wan, Aberdeen, on Hong Kong Island. The neighbourhood is accessible by local roads from major districts; it’s a short drive to Repulse Bay and Central, making it convenient for families living on the Island.

Stages
The Prep School covers Years 1–8 within the British preparatory model.

Type
It is a co-educational day school.

Additional learning support
The school highlights personalised learning and early identification of student needs via digital tools and monitoring; however, specific details of a dedicated SEN (Special Educational Needs) department or programme are not publicly detailed.

Country affiliation
The schools follows the English National Curriculum but does not have affiliations with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.

School day structure
The school day begins at 08:00 with lessons starting at 08:25. After a morning block of lessons and a snack break at 10:10, lunch runs from 12:15 to 13:15, followed by more lessons and then ECAs (extra-curricular activities) until 16:15.

Bus service
School bus service is offered via a contract with a provider covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and New Territories. Parents must apply for each academic year via the school bus system.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong - Prep School ranges from HKD 188,000 to HKD 218,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Payment
An initial advance payment of HK$18,800 is required to confirm a place for a new pupil. This amount is non-refundable and non-transferable once a place is offered and accepted, but it is offset against the first month’s tuition fee when the pupil begins.

Tuition Fees by Year Group (Prep School only)

Years 1-5: Annual tuition fee HK$188,000.
Years 6-8: Annual tuition fee HK$198,000.
These fees include books, teaching, and art materials—but exclude additional costs such as class trips, school bus fees, lunches and extra-curricular activities.

Capital Levy (Additional Annual Fee)
In addition to the tuition fee, there is an annual capital levy of HK$35,000 for all Prep School (Years 1-8) pupils.

Billing Schedule & Payment Terms
Invoices for tuition fees are emailed to parents on or before the 23rd of each month; payment must be settled by the 10th of the following month. If a pupil joins mid-month, tuition is calculated on a pro-rata basis depending on calendar days attended. Late or partial payments may incur interest charges.

Other Costs & Fees
Additional costs lie outside the standard tuition + capital levy and may include: school bus/coach service fees, lunch programme, trips, extra-curricular activities, uniform costs. Uniform cost is not stated in the published fee details.

Refund Information
The advance payment of HK$18,800 is non-refundable and non-transferable once a place is accepted. The published information does not specify a detailed refund policy for tuition or capital levy once the academic year has commenced.

Fee Payment Options
The school’s publicly published fee page does not detail specific payment methods (such as credit card or bank transfer). Parents are advised to contact the School’s Finance or Admissions Office for full details of acceptable payment methods.
Academics

Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong - Prep School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 13.

Curriculum
The Prep School at Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong (Years 1–8) follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales, adapted to the local context and aligned with British Common Entrance standards. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, and the Creative and Performing Arts, with Mandarin taught alongside English as a core language. The curriculum integrates a mandatory iSTEAM programme (Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) for all pupils to build problem-solving and design-thinking skills. From Year 6, pupils also take part in an Entrepreneurship programme designed to foster initiative and collaboration. An Intensive English Programme is offered for students in Years 3–8 who require additional language support before joining mainstream classes. The overall approach aims to provide a broad and balanced education that prepares students for senior school pathways within the British system.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the Online Application Form
Families begin by submitting an online enquiry form through the school’s website. This form collects contact information and key details about the applicant so that the Admissions Team can reach out. Families coming from other education systems are advised to consult the school’s Year Group Conversion Table to determine the appropriate UK-equivalent year level before submitting the application.

2. Provide Supporting Documents
Once contacted by the Admissions Team, applicants must upload all required documents. These include the completed application form, a recent digital photograph, passport copies for the student and both parents, two years of school reports, any specialist reports, and a teacher reference if applicable. The Admissions Team will confirm if any additional information is needed before proceeding.

3. Assessment Exam
Assessments are scheduled on campus or online, depending on the applicant’s location. Students in Years 1–2 take group assessments covering numeracy, English, and interpersonal skills. Applicants for Years 3–8 complete a written exam and the CAT4 online test, followed by an interview. Older applicants (Years 9–12) sit subject-specific written exams and meet with the Head of Admissions.

4. Admission Results
Successful applicants who meet entry requirements and for whom a place is available receive a formal offer. Depending on English proficiency, the offer may be for either a mainstream class or the Intensive English Programme. Parents confirm acceptance by the date stated in the offer letter to secure their child’s place.

5. Mid-Term and Rolling Admissions
Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and mid-term transfers are accepted when space allows. Assessments are typically arranged within two weeks of application submission.

Scholarships
The school does not offer any scholarships or financial aid.

Waitlist
The school does not publicly state the use of a formal waitlist or pool system. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and places are offered subject to availability at the time of assessment.
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