Quarry Bay School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in North Point, Hong Kong. Founded in 1925. Annual tuition ranges from $18,070 to $18,070 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Quarry Bay School and ESF do not publicly offer scholarships or merit-based fee reductions at the primary level. Financial aid and fee remission schemes are not listed for QBS.
Key facts
About
Quarry Bay School is a private, coeducational day school located in North Point, Hong Kong. The school has been authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme since May 2010 and conducts instruction in English.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Quarry Bay School is an IB PYP-authorised school with a strong inquiry-based learning framework. It is part of the English Schools Foundation and offers a fully inclusive environment through 'The Hive' support department. The school integrates SEL, therapy dogs, counselling, and a student council to foster holistic development.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | HKD 139,000~$ 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: HK$139,000. Application fee: $364.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a school visit or information session via the ESF Join Us portal. 2. Submit the online application and supporting documents (proof of residence, birth certificate or passport, recent school reports for Year 2+) and pay the application fee. 3. Attend an interview or assessment if applicable — Year 1 applicants do a school readiness assessment; higher year applicants may complete an academic and language screening. 4. Receive an offer letter and confirm enrolment by paying the non-refundable capital levy within the deadline. 5. Prepare for school entry — receive joining details, uniform information, and school bus registration guidance.
Admissions Details
QBS operates under the ESF waitlist system. Priority follows ESF criteria including siblings of current students, children of ESF staff, and those with Nomination Rights or Corporate Surety. There is no pool system; priority and availability determine offer order.
School Day
The daily schedule typically runs from around 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with break and lunch periods built into the day to balance lessons with rest and play.
Student Life
Uniform information is provided to families upon enrolment confirmation; separate charges apply for school uniforms.
Separate charges apply for meals; specific dining arrangements are not detailed on the page.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
QBS promotes student wellbeing through counsellors, ELSA staff, and the Inclusion Team. Services include counselling, social skills groups, play therapy, therapy dogs, and calm spaces. External community hotlines are also provided for support outside school hours.
QBS maintains clear safeguarding procedures overseen by trained staff including the Head of Inclusion and senior leadership. External contact hotlines are published for students and families. Protocols follow ESF policy for responding to wellbeing or safety concerns.
Student Demographics
School Background
private