Diocesan Girls' School is a British Curriculum / HKDSE / GCE A-Levels school in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Founded in 1860. Annual tuition ranges from $5,460 to $17,132 USD.
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Scholarships Available
DGS offers Entrance Scholarships for high-performing applicants entering Secondary 1, based on admission assessments and interviews. Additional academic and merit-based scholarships may be awarded annually to existing students for outstanding performance or contributions. Bursaries (fee remission) are available based on financial need, subject to continued good conduct and satisfactory performance. Specific award amounts and numbers are not publicly disclosed.
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About
Diocesan Girls' School (DGS) is a girls-only secondary school founded in 1860 in Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, operating under the Direct Subsidy Scheme with an Anglican ethos. It offers both the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) and GCE A-Level pathways, with English as the medium of instruction for all non-Chinese subjects. The school is notable for its strong music, performing arts, and sports programmes, and provides boarding for up to 60 students on a Monday–Friday basis.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Performing Arts
- Service and Sustainability
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Secondary 1-6 (Local) | HKD 42,000~$ 5,371 |
| Secondary 1-3 (Non-local) | HKD 118,316~$ 15,130 |
| Secondary 4-6 (Non-local) | HKD 131,786~$ 16,852 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$118,316 - 131,786. Application fee: $10.
Admissions Process
- 1Online application submitted via the DGS Admission Portal (requires a Google account), with payment of a non-refundable application fee. 2. Supporting documents (Portfolio Cover Sheet, Portfolio Summary Form, personal portfolio, school reports from previous 2–3 years) submitted to the General Office by hand, registered post, or courier within the published window. 3. Stage 1 – Documentary Review (50%): assessed on academic performance and conduct (25%) and non-academic achievements (25%); shortlisted candidates proceed. 4. Stage 2 – Teacher Interaction and Skills Testing: selected candidates meet teachers in small groups; students with special strengths may attend music auditions or sports trials. 5. Stage 3 – Interview with the Headmistress: a smaller shortlist meets the Headmistress one-to-one, typically in January or February. 6. Offers issued in early March; families confirm enrolment by submitting an EDB Student Record Form and signing an undertaking letter.
Admissions Details
The school does not operate a formal waitlist or pool system.
Boarding Life
Boarding accommodates up to 60 students on a Monday–Friday basis during term time. Regular boarders are charged HKD 6,500 per month, covering weekday accommodation with breakfast and dinner (except Friday evenings). Options include full-year, full-term, or 20-day experiential programmes.
Boarding is available for up to 60 students on a Monday–Friday basis during term time. Regular boarders receive breakfast and dinner (except Friday evenings). Boarding options include full-year, full-term, or 20-day experiential programmes; the 20-day programme is compulsory for all Secondary 1 students.
School Day
Classes begin with a morning assembly, followed by lessons running until approximately 3:00 pm Monday to Thursday. Fridays include Other Learning Experiences (OLE) and extended activities ending at around 4:00 pm. The daily timetable includes recess and a lunch break, with some afternoon sessions devoted to co-curricular or pastoral programmes.
Student Life
Every student is allocated to a House on entering Secondary One. There are five Houses. Inter-house swimming galas, athletics meets, and a programming contest are held annually.
Uniforms are required for all students. A Daily Living Subsidy can be used for uniform purchases.
Lunch is available for ordering, and a Daily Living Subsidy can be used for lunch ordering. Boarding students receive breakfast and dinner on weekdays (except Friday evenings).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school provides counselling services and school social worker support. Initiatives include mental-health awareness talks, wellbeing film sessions, and leadership and mentorship schemes promoting emotional resilience. The Guidance and Counselling Team coordinates individual and group counselling. Regular workshops for students and staff address stress management and peer support.
The school's pastoral and counselling systems contribute to student safety and welfare. Staff oversight, teacher-student interaction during Form Periods, and the presence of school social workers indicate internal monitoring procedures. No standalone safeguarding or child protection policy is publicly disclosed on the school's website.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by the Council of the Diocesan Girls' School. Has operated under Hong Kong's Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) since 2005.
Anglican