St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) is a Bespoke Curriculum / Pearson Edexcel IGCSE / HKDSE / GCE A-Levels / BTEC school in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Founded in 1854. Annual tuition ranges from $3,900 to $4,160 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Academic scholarships are available to all enrolled students and do not require a separate application; the scholarship team reviews academic performance to determine allocations. Non-academic scholarships require teacher nominations from extracurricular activity leads, with nominees submitting a portfolio for assessment. Scholarship payments are disbursed in two equal instalments (November and March). A Fee Remission Scheme is also available, with eligibility determined via a self-assessment platform and Reckoner-based scoring system; maintenance allowances may be provided in hardship cases.
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About
St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) is a historic, single-sex Catholic DSS secondary school for girls, founded in 1854 and located at 140 Leighton Road in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. It offers a comprehensive curriculum including HKDSE, GCE A-Levels, IGCSE, and BTEC pathways, with strengths in STEM, languages, and performing arts. The school is administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres and emphasises accessibility through a Fee Remission Scheme and scholarships alongside a strong wellbeing and mentoring framework.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
St. Paul's Convent School is a historic Catholic girls' school founded in 1854, offering a diversified curriculum including HKDSE, GCE A-Levels, IGCSE, and BTEC pathways. It provides a broad programme spanning arts, languages, and STEM, with 17 elective options in Senior Secondary. The school has a strong commitment to financial accessibility through a Fee Remission Scheme and scholarships, and fosters community through its six-house system and Big Sister mentoring programme.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Form 1 | HKD 30,000~$ 3,836 |
| Form 2 | HKD 30,000~$ 3,836 |
| Form 3 | HKD 30,000~$ 3,836 |
| Form 4 | HKD 32,000~$ 4,092 |
| Form 5 | HKD 32,000~$ 4,092 |
| Form 6 | HKD 32,000~$ 4,092 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$30,000 - 32,000.
Admissions Process
- 1Online application for Form One Places. 2. Merit-based selection including multiple interview stages. 3. Shortlisted candidates attend a first interview, bringing the First Interview Form. 4. Successful first-interview candidates proceed to a second interview, collecting the Second Interview Form at school reception. 5. Outcome notification follows the second interview; those not on the second-interview list may be deemed unsuccessful. 6. Successful candidates move toward final offer and enrollment steps. Fee remission eligibility can be assessed via a Self-Assessment Platform.
School Day
The secondary school day runs from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays.
Student Life
Six houses named after notable historical figures: Cavell, Curie, Keller, Kenny, Mason, and Morris. Houses compete in inter-house events such as the annual sports day and swimming gala.
Uniforms are worn in two seasons. Winter uniform: plain long-sleeved white shirt, knee-length navy-blue pleated skirt, navy cardigan or blazer, and navy-blue or white scarf. Summer uniform: plain white blouse designed by the school with a knee-length tartan skirt. All seasons require a tartan tie, school badge, white three-quarter stockings, and white Oxford lace-up shoes (white with black middle). Deviation from uniform may prevent participation in school functions.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The School Social Work Service provides mental wellbeing support through individual counselling and diversified personal-growth programmes. Two social workers (Ms Sheh and Miss Leung) work in collaboration with teachers and parents to support students facing academic, social, or emotional challenges. Offices are located on 2/F Room 213 and 5/F Room 512A, with contact through the Caritas Office at 2523 0060.
Safeguarding and child protection are supported through the School Social Work Service, with two social workers providing counselling and welfare programmes in collaboration with teachers and parents. The school engages in safeguarding-oriented education including National Security Education Day activities. Orientation programmes for incoming students and the Big Sister Scheme provide additional safeguarding-related support.
Student Demographics
School Background
Sponsored and administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres. Operates under the Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) since September 2004 as a non-profit institution governed by its sponsoring religious body.
Catholic