Discovery Bay International School - Sixth Form Campus is a British Curriculum / A Levels / BTEC Qualification school in Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Founded in 1983. Annual tuition ranges from $25,597 to $25,597 USD.
Location & Getting There
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About
Discovery Bay International School's Sixth Form Campus is located at Discovery Bay North Plaza on Lantau Island, Hong Kong, serving co-educational day students in Years 12 and 13 (ages 16–18). The CIS-accredited school follows the British curriculum, offering A Levels through Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International and vocational BTEC qualifications, with an emphasis on small class sizes and personalised pastoral support. Students benefit from inter-campus access to specialist facilities including technology suites, science laboratories, and a Blackbox theatre, alongside co-curricular programmes in service, leadership, and STEM.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Small class sizes and personalised support; British curriculum pathway from Early Years through Sixth Form; A Level and BTEC options via Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International; CIS-accredited; comprehensive bus service including Discovery Bay–Tung Chung routes and inter-campus shuttle; co-curricular activities including FOBISIA Maths, Debating, Environmental Club, and ImpactHK community service; technology resources including robotics and 3D printers; integrated pastoral and wellbeing support including the FRIENDS Programme.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 12-13 | HKD 196,900~$ 25,179 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HKD 196,900. Application fee: $260.
Admissions Process
- 1Complete online application form and pay non-refundable application fee; upload school reports, passport copy, student photo, and subject choices with predicted results. 2. Admissions Office reviews documentation and places applicant on the waiting list pending space availability. 3. Eligible applicants are invited to an academic assessment and interview, conducted in person or online. 4. Successful applicants receive an official offer letter; parents submit acceptance form and two-month tuition deposit. 5. Families receive an enrolment pack and attend an orientation programme before term begins.
Admissions Details
DBIS maintains a waiting list when year groups are at capacity. All processed applications with the fee paid are automatically added. Priority is given based on sibling status, returning family status, and date of application fee payment. Premium School Development Levy (PSDL) holders and discretionary cases approved by the Principal may also receive priority consideration. Applicants are contacted as soon as a suitable place becomes available.
School Day
The school day for Sixth Form students begins at approximately 8:20 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m. Students attend classes, tutorials, and supervised study sessions throughout the day. An inter-campus shuttle operates during the school day for students attending lessons at both the Secondary and Sixth Form campuses.
Student Life
Year 12 and Year 13 students are not required to wear the school uniform and should dress appropriately for the academic setting. For PE, DBIS PE shirts or any suitable sportswear may be worn.
Sixth Form students travel to the Main campus for lunch. Two lunchtime sittings are in place: 1:30pm–1:50pm for Years 7, 8, and 10; and 2:00pm–2:20pm for Years 9, 11, 12, and 13.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
DBIS employs a school counsellor and designates wellbeing leads within the teaching staff. Sixth Form students receive personalised pastoral check-ins and tutor support, with wellbeing activities integrated into the timetable. The school publishes resources on stress management and positive mental health through its online Hub, and students are encouraged to seek confidential support from staff or counsellors.
DBIS maintains a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy published on its website and internal Hub. A designated Child Protection Officer and Deputy Safeguarding Leads oversee all procedures. All staff receive annual safeguarding training and are required to report concerns according to established protocols, with clear procedures for disclosures, confidentiality, and liaison with external agencies.