Yew Chung International School
International School in Hong Kong
Quick answer
Yew Chung International School of Hong Kong (YCIS) is part of the YCYW education network, providing through-train education for ages 6 months to 18 years. The school operates an IB-pathway curriculum with strong bilingual English-Mandarin focus and a global YCYW campus network across Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, and Qingdao. Annual tuition runs $18,000-$27,000 USD (true cost ~$24,150, +7%). Admissions are open; best suited to families wanting bilingual education with multi-city YCYW network mobility.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IGCSE.
- Tuition: $18,000–$27,000/yr published annual range.
- 30 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 2-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, ACAMIS verified.
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About Yew Chung International School
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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
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- Learning support: moderate
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $18,000 – $27,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $24,150(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $25,650 |
| Cost position in Hong Kong | 82th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Bilingual heritage school (founded 1932). Capital levy HKD 50,000 one-time. Annual building levy HKD 12,000. Multiple campuses across Kowloon. Bus HKD 8,000–16,000/year.
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IGCSE
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Kowloon Tong, Ho Man Tin, Prince Edward, Mong Kok
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Hong Kong
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Bilingual heritage school (founded 1932). Capital levy HKD 50,000 one-time. Annual building levy HKD 12,000. Multiple campuses across Kowloon. Bus HKD 8,000–16,000/year.
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