What are the schools in Hong Kong like?
When we asked about the schools in Hong Kong, they said...
"Yew Chung is a good choice if you are Christian, as they have a moral education division and their own pastor. However, they welcome all faiths. They emphasise social responsibility as well as academic performance. It is a good school if you want your children to learn the culture and language without the pressure of the local Chinese schools, but expat children may feel a little isolated by the language barrier with the other children - note, though, that use of English in the classroom is strictly enforced and use of English during play time is often rewarded. It is also a good school for balancing academic achievement with the joy of learning. Children are taught independent learning and responsibility for their own performance. My daughter loves it there. However, the school is very expensive and could only be considered if you have a good income or package. They do run scolarship programmes and if more than one child is enrolled the price for the second and third child drops," explained one expat living in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
"Hong Kong is home to some of the best international and bilingual schools in the world. The International School of Hong Kong (ISHK) is a leading international school in the city, offering a comprehensive curriculum from pre-school to secondary school. It is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and offers a range of international qualifications, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Another top international school in Hong Kong is the French International School, which offers a bilingual education in French and English. It is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and the Council of International Schools, and offers the French Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The German Swiss International School is another top international school in Hong Kong, offering a bilingual education in German and English. It is accredited by the German Ministry of Education and the Council of International Schools, and offers the German Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Finally, the Chinese International School is a top bilingual school in Hong Kong, offering a bilingual education in Chinese and English. It is accredited by the Hong Kong Education Bureau and the Council of International Schools, and offers the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme," said one parent with children at in .
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