The Harbour School - The Garden Campus is a American Curriculum school in Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong. Founded in 2007. Annual tuition ranges from $25,324 to $32,435 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
THS offers need-based financial assistance to families who qualify. More than HKD 4 million in aid is distributed each year. Families must apply annually and provide supporting financial documentation. No merit-based or academic scholarship programs are listed.
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About
The Harbour School's Garden Campus in Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong Island, serves students in Grades 9–12 with an American curriculum-influenced program that allows students to design individual learning pathways. The campus features distinctive facilities including a Marine Science Center, Foundry makerspace, Black Box Theatre, and the Black Dolphin sailing classroom used across subjects. It is a co-educational international day school with strong emphasis on sustainability, performing arts, and STEM.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
The Garden Campus houses the High School (Grades 9–12) with a Marine Science Center (first of its kind in a Hong Kong school), the Foundry makerspace, Black Box Theatre, and the Black Dolphin sailing classroom. Students design individual learning pathways via the 'Mapping Your Program' model, with Global Classrooms credit-bearing travel experiences and internships. The school uses biodiesel school buses as part of a sustainability initiative.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 1-6 | HKD 232,800~$ 29,770 |
| Grades 7-8 | HKD 241,200~$ 30,844 |
| Grades 9-12 | HKD 249,500~$ 31,905 |
| Junior Grade 1 | HKD 194,800~$ 24,910 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$194,800 - 249,500. Application fee: $325.
Admissions Process
- 1Book a school visit or virtual consultation. 2. Submit the application form and supporting documents including passport, visa, school reports, photo, and teacher recommendations. 3. Schedule an assessment and trial day including MAP screening in reading, language, and mathematics. 4. Receive an offer and confirm enrolment within seven days by signing documents and paying Entry Fee and Admissions Right or Capital Levy. 5. Complete registration and prepare for school start including fee payments, technology requirements, and uniform purchases.
Admissions Details
The Harbour School operates a waiting pool rather than a first-come, first-served waitlist. Offers from the pool are based on factors such as sibling priority, gender balance, nationality, and learning support requirements. Families may defer for a year or reapply in the next admissions cycle.
Student Life
Uniforms are required for all students. Uniforms cost HK$500 and are purchased via the school's Uniform Order system.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The High School employs a full-time social-emotional counsellor who provides direct mental wellbeing support through one-on-one guidance and group sessions. The school publishes wellbeing resources on topics such as stress management, belonging, and positive social relationships. Community activities, student-led projects, and inclusive classroom culture are encouraged to foster emotional balance.
Safeguarding and child protection responsibilities are overseen by the Board of Directors, identified as the final authority for addressing professional misconduct and protection issues. The school's governance information highlights clear reporting responsibilities and administrative oversight, though no public safeguarding policy document is available.
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School Background
The Harbour School Foundation Limited is the sponsoring body and parent company of The Harbour School group.