King George V School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB school in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Founded in 1894. Annual tuition ranges from $20,722 to $23,543 USD.
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About
King George V School is a private, coeducational day school in Hong Kong authorized as an IB World School since 2006. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme, Career-related Programme, and Middle Years Programme with English as the language of instruction. Under the leadership of Head of School Gayle Marshall, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum across mathematics, sciences, languages, and humanities disciplines.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
KGV offers a full IB pathway from MYP through to IBDP and IBCP, alongside BTEC vocational options. The school emphasises community engagement through sustained NGO partnerships, Community Service and CAS, and an active student leadership framework. Extensive sports provision and a structured co-curricular programme are highlighted as key strengths. The school is part of the English Schools Foundation, the largest English-medium international school network in Hong Kong.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | HKD 181,100~$ 23,159 |
| Year 8 | HKD 181,100~$ 23,159 |
| Year 9 | HKD 181,100~$ 23,159 |
| Year 10 | HKD 181,100~$ 23,159 |
| Year 11 | HKD 159,400~$ 20,384 |
| Year 12 | HKD 167,600~$ 21,432 |
| Year 13 | HKD 167,600~$ 21,432 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$159,400 - 181,100. Application fee: $364.
Admissions Process
- 1Application submitted online through the ESF admissions portal during the published application period, with a non-refundable application fee paid at submission. 2. Applicants may be invited to complete an age-appropriate assessment and, in some cases, a short interview. 3. Successful applicants receive an offer by email and must pay a refundable deposit equivalent to two months' tuition and submit enrolment documents. 4. Once payment and paperwork are complete, enrolment is confirmed and families receive orientation, uniform, and bus registration information. 5. Induction sessions are organised before classes begin to help new students settle in.
Admissions Details
KGV operates a waitlist for applications received after the central enrolment window or when year groups reach capacity. Students are placed on the waitlist according to ESF priority categories (such as current ESF siblings or corporate debenture holders) and the date of application. Offers are made as spaces become available following the same priority guidelines.
School Day
The school day runs from 8:15 am to 3:20 pm, Monday through Friday. On Mondays, bus pick-up times differ slightly. The Learning Resource Centre and canteen remain open after classes.
Student Life
KGV has a four-house system: Crozier (Green), Nightingale (Yellow), Rowell (Blue), and Upsdell (Red). Tutor groups are organised by houses and an Inter-house Cup runs across the year with house points. House Captains are elected and student representatives from Years 9 and 10–11 support the house system.
Uniforms are required and billed separately from tuition fees. Specific uniform details by stage are not described on the page.
The school canteen remains open for students after classes. No meal plan fees are charged as the school operates on a day-school basis.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
KGV provides counselling services, access to self-help resources, and information about external helplines for students experiencing emotional or mental health challenges. Student Wellbeing Ambassadors promote peer support across campus, and regular wellbeing surveys monitor student welfare. On-site healthcare professionals are also available.
The school has a published Safeguarding and Wellbeing policy outlining responsibilities of Tutors, Heads of Year, and counsellors in student care. Confidentiality is emphasised and clear procedures are in place for students to seek help or report concerns.
Student Demographics
School Background
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