Forest House Waldorf School is a Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels / Waldorf Steiner Curriculum school in Sai Kung / Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong. Annual tuition ranges from $19,175 to $20,085 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
No school-specific scholarship program is published. A tuition assistance programme is referenced in the anti-discrimination policy as part of admissions policies, but no eligibility criteria, application process, or award details are published.
Key facts
About
Forest House Waldorf School is Hong Kong's first government-registered Waldorf school, offering a nature-based, holistic education at campuses in Sai Kung and Tseung Kwan O. The school follows the Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, integrating academic learning with artistic and practical activities across primary and expanding secondary programs. It emphasizes warm teacher-student relationships, inclusive education, and developmentally appropriate learning through arts, crafts, and cultural experiences.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Hong Kong's first government-registered Waldorf school, offering a nature-based, holistic education in Sai Kung. Follows the Waldorf Steiner Curriculum integrating academic learning with artistic and practical activities. Students produce their own illustrated main-lesson books rather than using textbooks. Class teachers remain with the same group for several years. Expanding secondary program with IGCSE pathway planned for Grade 10. Affiliated with the international Waldorf/Steiner education network and Steiner Education Australia.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1-6 | HKD 147,500~$ 18,862 |
| Grade 7-8 | HKD 154,500~$ 19,757 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$147,500 - 154,500. Application fee: $260.
Admissions Process
- 1Gather required documents (recent photograph, child's identity document, latest school report, psychological education assessment reports if applicable). Step 2: Complete the online application form in the school's eAdmission System. Step 3: Pay the non-refundable, non-transferable application fee of HK$2,000 through the eAdmission System. Step 4: Interview scheduled after application is processed. No entrance exams, portfolios, or video recordings required.
School Day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm; Thursday: 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Student Life
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Guardian-teacher framework supports students' mental wellbeing by guiding social and emotional development. Waldorf pedagogy emphasizes empathy and warm teacher–student relationships. Year-end narrative reports document social-emotional growth. Inclusive education approach and community focus contribute to sense of belonging. Participation in festivals and collaborative activities promotes social connectedness.
The school does not publicly disclose safeguarding or child-protection policies. An Anti-Discrimination Policy outlines students' rights and protections. The School Management Committee oversees policy and safety matters.
Student Demographics
School Background
Non-profit organization governed by a School Management Committee (SMC); sponsoring body FHISL nominates four trustee members; Principal serves as ex officio SMC member; includes teacher representatives, a parent association representative, and an independent member