Kowloon Junior School is a IB school in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Founded in 1950. Annual tuition ranges from $18,070 to $18,070 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Kowloon Junior School and the wider ESF network do not offer scholarships or bursaries for primary-level students. All tuition fees and levies apply equally to all families.
Key facts
About
Kowloon Junior School is a private, coeducational day school located in Kowloon, Hong Kong, authorized as an IB World School since May 2010. The school delivers English-medium instruction and is part of the International Baccalaureate community of over 6,000 schools worldwide.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
KJS offers the IB PYP framework with a structured Mandarin programme that becomes daily from Year 3. Student leadership is a distinctive feature, with Years 4–6 pupils taking on roles in assemblies, wellbeing initiatives, and student-led clubs. Specialist provision includes Music (choir, orchestra, and instrumental ensembles), Drama, and a broad sports programme spanning basketball, football, netball, athletics, cross-country, and cricket. As part of the ESF network, the school benefits from centralised governance, admissions, and a private bus network covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
| Year 2 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
| Year 3 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
| Year 4 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
| Year 5 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
| Year 6 | HKD 139,000~$ 17,775 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HKD 139,000. Application fee: $364.
Admissions Process
- 1Online Application: All applications are submitted through the ESF online admissions portal with a non-refundable application fee and supporting documents (birth certificate, passport, proof of Hong Kong residence). 2. Assessment and Interview: Applicants attend an age-appropriate assessment evaluating English language proficiency and school readiness; Year 1 assessments are typically held the year before admission. 3. Offer of Placement: Successful applicants receive a conditional offer and must confirm acceptance within the specified period by paying the one-time Capital Levy (unless exempt via a Nomination Right) and completing enrolment documentation. 4. Enrolment Confirmation: Once payment and documentation are processed, the place is confirmed and parents receive orientation and class placement details.
Admissions Details
KJS does not operate an internal pool system. Admissions are managed centrally by the ESF Admissions Office, which maintains waitlists for each year level based on application dates and priority criteria. Priority is given to children of full-time ESF staff, siblings of current students, and holders of Nomination Rights. Families are contacted directly by ESF when spaces become available.
School Day
The school day runs from 8:30 am to 2:45 pm, Monday to Friday. Students have scheduled morning and lunch breaks, with specialist sessions for Music, PE, and Chinese language included in the daily timetable.
Student Life
The school requires a school uniform. From January 1, 2025, navy blue shorts, skorts, and long trousers are the official uniform. Uniforms are ordered through schooluniform.hk, with home delivery available and some items on a pre-order basis. A size guide is provided and fittings can be arranged at Lai Chi Kok.
Lunch is provided through an on-campus catering service by Chartwells (Compass Group). Families complete a Google Form to receive login credentials for the Chartwells app (Chartwells by HKT) to place orders. Allergen information is listed on menus and support contacts are provided.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
KJS promotes mental well-being through a dedicated wellbeing framework and the presence of a full-time school counsellor (Mr Ian Ong), who provides confidential support to students. Activities encouraging mindfulness, empathy, and resilience are integrated into daily routines and assemblies. All staff receive regular safeguarding and well-being training.
KJS maintains a formal safeguarding policy with named officers. Mr Ciarian Fay serves as Safeguarding Lead and Child Protection Officer, with Ms Dawn Doucette as secondary Child Protection Officer. The school uses the secure platform Record My to manage safeguarding records and collaborates with the ESF central safeguarding team. Staff undergo regular training to identify and respond to child protection concerns.
Student Demographics
School Background
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