Chinese International School (CIS)
International School in Hong Kong
1,600
30 (Hong Kong Chinese)
16 avg / 16 max
Fixed intake
IBO, CIS, WASC, ACAMIS
About Chinese International School (CIS)
We are a community of learners at the confluence of East and West, each empowered by a bilingual, inter-cultural programme to discover new paths, build bridges, and flourish on a life's journey in pursuit of excellence, commitment to service, and stewardship of our future.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $22,000 – $32,000 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | HK246300-HK373000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $28,650(+6%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $30,150 |
| Cost position in Hong Kong | 95th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Bilingual English-Mandarin programme. Capital levy HKD 50,000. Nomination rights (debenture) HKD 500,000. Annual building levy HKD 15,000. Bus HKD 8,000–20,000/year. Uniforms HKD 3,000–5,000.
IB
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. International School Assessments(ISA)/Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK)
For the IB Diploma Programme: In 2023, 107 members of the Class of 2023 sat for examinations for the full IB Diploma, and 99% were successful in earning the Diploma. The average total Diploma score was 38.95 points out of a maximum 45 points. 28% of our students received an IB Bilingual Diploma.
In Year 7 and beyond, Spanish and French are elective subjects.
The school has counsellors, learning support teachers, technology support teachers, learning enhancement teachers, University counsellors, careers counsellors, etc.
Yes
Extra language support in English and Chinese (Putonghua) is available in Primary for non-native speakers. In Secondary, Chinese (Putonghua) ab initio classes are offered.
8am – 3pm
Yes
We offer vegetarian options.
Recommended neighborhoods
Mid-Levels, North Point, Happy Valley, Quarry Bay
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Hong Kong
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Hong Kong Chinese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Bilingual English-Mandarin programme. Capital levy HKD 50,000. Nomination rights (debenture) HKD 500,000. Annual building levy HKD 15,000. Bus HKD 8,000–20,000/year. Uniforms HKD 3,000–5,000.
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