ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten

英基鰂魚涌小學幼稚園

ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten is a non-profit-making international kindergarten in Quarry Bay, established in 2026. Operated by the English Schools Foundation (ESF), the school offers English-medium education for children aged 3 to 5 in K1 and K2. Its curriculum follows a play-based, inquiry-led approach informed by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), encouraging curiosity, creativity, independence and collaborative learning. Children explore through sensory activities, art, cooking, gardening and real-world experiences, with their progress documented through reports and digital portfolios. The campus features four classrooms, a library, a creative atelier and a dedicated physical development play space. As an integrated part of the Quarry Bay School community, the kindergarten offers a continuous educational pathway, with guaranteed Year 1 places at ESF Quarry Bay School for children able to access mainstream education, followed by progression to ESF South Island School.

School Classification

Finance Type
Non-profit-making
Location (District)
Eastern
KG Education Scheme
Not Joining
Curriculum Type
Non-local
Classes
Half-day Sessions: AM or PM
Child Care Services
Yes

School Picture

Website screenshot of ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten
Website screenshot of ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten (captured on 2026-08-03)

Note: Across Hong Kong kindergartens, most are non-profit-making, accounting for about 82% of schools, while private independent kindergartens make up around 18%. The Kindergarten Education Scheme provides government subsidy to eligible non-profit-making kindergartens, helping parents access more affordable kindergarten education. About 75% of kindergartens join the Scheme, while 25% do not. In terms of curriculum, around 83% offer a local curriculum, and 17% offer a non-local curriculum. Click to view an illustration.

School Fees

Annual Fees in 2026/27 School Year: AM: $117,500; PM: $117,500; WD: -

The table below presents annual fees and number of installment. For details of the school fees, please refer to the Fees Certificate provided by the Education Bureau.

Class Nursery Lower KG Upper KG
AM Session$117,500(10)$117,500(10)-
PM Session$117,500(10)$117,500(10)-
WD Session---

Note: School fees figures were obtained from the EDB Kindergarten Profiles in December of each year.

Class Structure & Student Enrollment

The table below shows the latest student enrolment in Nursery (aged 3-4), Lower KG (aged 4-5) and Upper KG (aged 5-6) for the 2024/25 school year, broken down by AM, PM and whole-day sessions. It gives a quick view of the kindergarten’s current class structure and student distribution.

Class Nursery Lower KG Upper KG Total
AM Session----
PM Session----
WD Session----

Note: Student enrollment figures were obtained from the EDB Kindergarten Profiles in December of each year.

School Mission, Curriculum & Teaching Capacity

Mission: The school aims to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued and supported, develops curiosity, confidence and independence through exploration and play, and becomes an active learner empowered to make a positive difference in the community and beyond.

Curriculum: The kindergarten offers a non-local curriculum inspired by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), emphasising play-based, inquiry-led and child-centred learning. Children develop curiosity, creativity, problem-solving and social skills through hands-on exploration, collaborative play, sensory activities, art, cooking, gardening and outdoor learning. Teachers respond to children's interests and document their learning through reports and digital portfolios.

Support to Students: The kindergarten supports children's individual learning needs through personalised teaching, inclusive practices and a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, safety and social development. Teachers observe and document children's progress to guide learning and maintain communication with families. The school promotes close home-school partnerships through parent participation, information sessions, school events and community activities. Its integration with Quarry Bay School also supports children's transition to primary education.

School Founding Year
2026
Number of Teaching Staff
School Supervisor
Mrs Greer, Belinda Margaret
School Principal
Ms Claire Goepel
Teacher to Pupil Ratio
No information
Parent-teacher association
No information

School Location & Map

ESF Quarry Bay School Kindergarten is located at 14 Hong Yue Street, Kornhill, Hong Kong. Use the interactive map below to explore the surrounding area. Alternatively, use our School Map to view this school and explore nearby schools.

You can also view this school’s location on the Hong Kong Government GeoInfo Map (opens in a new tab) . Click to view the map preview .

School Facilities

The kindergarten has 4 registered classrooms, with classrooms in use approved to accommodate up to 108 children. Its listed facilities include an outdoor playground, an indoor playground, a music room, a library, a creative atelier and a dedicated physical development play space.


Number of Registered Classrooms
4
Permitted Accommodation
108 children