Kennedy School
International School in Hong Kong
Quick answer
Kennedy School delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Well-suited to families seeking a premium and internationally mobile families valuing curriculum portability families. At $139,000–$181,000/year, it sits above the Hong Kong average, reflecting its premium positioning.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Kennedy School.
- Tuition: $17,821–$23,205/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 30 (max 30) Hong Kong international school · 900 students total.
- 35 nationalities top: Hong Kongers.
- Ages: Ages 5 to 18 school day starts at Normally, 8.20 am..
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
900
35 (Hong Kongers)
30 avg / 30 max
Rolling
IBO
About Kennedy School
Kennedy School is one of 21 schools run by the English Schools Foundation (ESF). The ESF was founded by Ordinance in 1967 to provide a ‘modern liberal education’ through the medium of English.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $17,821 – $23,205 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | HK139000-HK181000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $22,163(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $23,663 |
| Cost position in Hong Kong | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
IB
PIPS, ISA and InCAS
Mandarin
unknown
Learning Support Center
No
Normally, 8.20 am. – Normally, 3 pm.
No
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
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Hong Kongers
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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