Japanese International School Hong Kong
International School in Hong Kong
Quick answer
Japanese International School Hong Kong is an international school serving expat families in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Annual tuition runs $5,000-$15,000; total annual cost reaches roughly $11,500 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. The school enrols around 165 students from 25 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Japanese International School Hong Kong.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 25 (max 26) Hong Kong international school · 165 students total.
- 25 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:15am.
165
25 (British)
25 avg / 26 max
Rolling
About Japanese International School Hong Kong
A small sized school with facilities of a big school that enables us to be ambitious in what we do. We have a close knit community and believe in invoving everyone in what we do.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): Educational psychologist available
Not published
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | HK156420-HK156420 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,500(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Hong Kong | 62th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
MAPS (USA)
N/A
Mandarin, Japanese
They operate in the classrooms and also with small groups on a daily basis, in a dedicated classroom environment. They use a variety of one to one work and computer assisted programmes, that the students can access from home, and can be monitored by the Support Staff.
Yes, we have 2 dedicated student support staff.
No ESL class but we have language support.
8:15am – 2:45pm
No canteen but online order avaialble
No
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Hong Kong
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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