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Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus)

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees HK$265,420
Ages 4 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1985
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin
Typical class size 29
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) is a co‑educational day school in Kowloon Tong offering Early Years and Primary education. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum framework complemented by a strong Chinese language and culture programme and bilingual co‑teaching in English and Mandarin. The campus environment supports young learners with age‑appropriate classrooms, outdoor play zones and learning spaces designed to develop cognitive, social and emotional growth. 

www.ycis-hk.com

3 Somerset Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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The Essentials

Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 29, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
The Somerset Road Campus is located at 3 Somerset Road, Kowloon Tong, in the Kowloon City District of Hong Kong. It is situated in a residential neighbourhood close to local amenities and public transport.

Stages
This campus offers Early Years / Preschool and Primary education.

Type
Co‑educational day school (no boarding) for preschool through primary levels.

Additional learning support
YCIS hires Learning Support Teachers to work with students who need extra support academically. They assess learning/emotional needs, collaborate with teachers, and help implement interventions.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any country.

Religious affiliation
The school is founded on Christian values and integrates character education grounded in those values, but it functions as a broad international private institution.

School day structure
The school does not have their day structure publicly available.

Bus service
The school provides a bus service.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) ranges from HKD 265,420 for 2026/27.

Years 1–6

Each instalment: HKD $26,542
Total number of instalments: 10 per year
Annual tuition fee: HKD $265,420

Primary Debenture

This is mandatory for all newly enrolled primary students and is fully refundable (non-interest bearing):

1st child: HKD $350,000

2nd child: HKD $175,000

3rd child and onwards: HKD $87,500

The debenture supports school development, resource expansion, and campus enhancements.

Refund Policy

Tuition Fees: No refund or reduction of fees for absence, withdrawal, or dismissal once a term has begun.

If a student withdraws before the start of the school year, tuition already paid for the upcoming term will be refunded, less any outstanding fees.

If a student leaves during the school year, written notice must be submitted at least one full calendar month in advance. If not, one month’s tuition will be charged in lieu of notice.

Payment Methods

The school does not accept cash.

All payments must be made via:
Autopay
Bank Transfer
Crossed Cheque

Academics

Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) teaches British Curriculum for students aged 4 to 11.

Curriculum
This campus offers a primary‑level programme based on the National Curriculum for England with instruction in English and Putonghua.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Application Submission
Applicants complete an online form via the YCIS admissions portal. They upload required documents (birth certificate or passport, school reports, parent IDs, photos) and pay the non‑refundable application fee.

2. Application Review & Eligibility Check
The admissions team reviews the submitted materials to ensure all information and documentation meet the requirements and conditions of admission.

3. Assessment and Interview
Depending on the student’s age or level, YCIS conducts placement tests, subject assessments, and/or interviews to evaluate academic ability, language proficiency, and social readiness.

4. Decision & Offer
After evaluation, families are notified of the admission decision. If accepted, they receive an offer of placement, and must follow instructions to confirm the offer (e.g. pay reservation or debenture fees).

5. Waiting Pool (If Year Level Full)
If the desired year level is already at capacity, accepted applicants may be placed in a waiting pool / waiting list until a spot becomes available.

Scholarships
The Madam Tsang Chor‑hang Memorial Scholarship
This award recognises students with outstanding academic performance across subjects, leadership potential, and service contribution. Recipients may receive a 50% to 100% tuition waiver, and support can last up to 4 years.

Yew Chung Yew Wah Subject & Talent Award
This award is given to students excelling in specific subject areas or talents (e.g. music, art, sports). It typically offers 25% to 50% tuition waiver, and is valid for one year.

Yew Chung Yew Wah IGCSE / IB / A Level Award
This award targets students performing strongly in IGCSE, IB Diploma, or A Level studies. It may provide 50% to 100% tuition waiver, and the support may span 2 to 4 years.

Waitlist
YCIS operates a waitlist system if classes are at capacity. Applicants who meet the admissions criteria but cannot be offered immediate placement due to full classes are placed on a waitlist. Placement from the waitlist depends on space availability and other factors, such as priority considerations (e.g. siblings already enrolled at the school or debenture holding families).
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