Kowloon Junior School

Kowloon Junior School is an ESF primary school in Ho Man Tin offering the IB Primary Years Programme. Its approach combines inquiry across subjects with a commitment to supporting each child's learning and wellbeing. Pupils build research, communication and thinking skills while exploring ideas with local and global relevance. The Student Council gives children an active role in school life, and creative arts and sporting opportunities allow them to develop varied interests. Residential camps introduce practical challenges such as hiking, kayaking and teamwork activities, helping pupils grow in confidence and independence. Family partnerships and a diverse community support a welcoming environment throughout the primary years.

School Classification

School Type
English School Foundation
Educational Stage
Primary
District
Kowloon City
Student Gender
Co-educational
Operation Mode
Non-Profit-Making
Associated Preschool
No

School Picture

Campus Photo of Kowloon Junior School
Outlook of Kowloon Junior School

This school is included in the Education Bureau (EDB) Private School List for private schools offering a formal curriculum in Hong Kong.

School Curriculum & Teaching

Curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme

Class Structure: Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4, Y5, Y6

Primary Medium of Instruction
English
Other Languages of Instruction
-
Places Offered
850-950
Number of Teaching Staff
45-55
Number of Classes per Grade
5
Average Class Size
30

Admissions & School Fees

School Fees (2025/26): $139,000 HKD per year

For details of the school fees, please refer to the school fees certificate provided by the Education Bureau.

Other charges: Non-refundable Capital Levy, Individual Nomination Right, Corporate Nomination Right

Financial assistance / scholarship: ESF has a Financial Assistance Scheme for families who experience financial hardship due to a sudden and unexpected change in circumstances. Financial assistance is not normally granted in the first year of admission.; Information and application forms for the scheme are available from the ESF Centre.

Admission: Overseas passport holders will receive priority over local passport holders. ESF also offers priority to the children of parents holding various visas. Please refer to the Admission Priority and the official website of ESF ( www.esf.edu.hk ) for more details.

School Location & Map

Kowloon Junior School is located in Perth Street, Ho Man Tin. Use the interactive map to explore the area. Alternatively, use our School Map to view this school and explore nearby schools.

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