So often, so many parents are confused. But, hey, schools are confused too!
When is a school international, or private or independent? And does it really matter?
Private
A private school is a fee paying school. They are fairly autonomous and choose their own curriculum, set their own admissions...
One of the most common quandaries parents find themselves in is choosing between a local school and an international one. We often advise families to start in the local stream and apply to international school later. But how does this work? What are the risks? And can they really make it into...
The Kiangsu and Chekiang Residents Association (HK) operate several schools in Hong Kong:
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Kiangsu & Chekiang Primary School with Nursery and Kindergarten Section
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Kiangsu & Chekiang Primary & Secondary School (International Section) with Kindergarten Section
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Kiangsu...
It’s not easy to define the types of schools in Hong Kong. The Education Bureau (EDB) of the HKSAR Government defines schools for its own uses, which are of limited use to the wider population. Parents will also have different definitions. Here, we present complex information in a way that...
