West Island School is a IB CP / IB Diploma / IB MYP school in Pokfulam, Hong Kong. Founded in 1991. Annual tuition ranges from $21,788 to $23,543 USD.
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About
West Island School is a private, coeducational day school in Hong Kong authorized as an IB World School since 2006. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, and IB Career-related Programme, all taught in English with examination sessions in May and June.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Performing Arts
- Academic Enrichment
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 11 | HKD 159,400~$ 20,384 |
| Years 7-10 | HKD 181,100~$ 23,159 |
| Years 12-13 | HKD 167,600~$ 21,432 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$167,600 - 181,100. Application fee: $364.
Admissions Process
- 1Families submit an online application through the ESF admissions portal, selecting up to four ESF school preferences, and pay the non-refundable administration fee. 2. Applicants are invited to attend assessments or interviews to evaluate their readiness for the English-medium curriculum. 3. If successful and a vacancy exists, the school issues an offer of place which the family must accept by a deadline, after which a deposit or building levy may be required. 4. Once accepted, the student completes orientation, registration, and fee payment, and may be asked to submit supporting documents. 5. If no immediate place is available, the candidate may be placed on a waitlist.
Admissions Details
WIS (via ESF) maintains a waiting list/pool system for school places when demand exceeds vacancies. Applicants are placed on the waitlist in priority order, and if a vacancy arises, offers may be extended from the waitlist by date of application and priority group.
School Day
The school does not publicly disclose daily start and finish times or break schedules.
Student Life
The Dynasty-themed House System comprises six dynasties — Han, Ming, Qing, Song, Tang and Yuan. Every student, teacher, and staff member is allocated to one dynasty to promote identity, collaboration, and school spirit.
Pre-16 Uniform Guidelines apply to students. New uniform items are sold online; preloved uniforms are available through the PTA Shop. The PTA provides a Pre-16 Uniform Order Guide. Post-16 students are not subject to uniform guidelines.
Students can choose lunch from the 4/F hot food canteen, the Wisaccino coffee shop, or the 5/F kiosk. The canteen menu is updated monthly; payment is by Octopus; students should bring their own cutlery and reusable cups for drinks from the coffee shop.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
WIS maintains a dedicated Student Wellbeing website with resources such as '5 Ways to Wellbeing', workshops, and information about counselling, plus a 'Weez Walk' fundraising mental health challenge. Pastoral and counselling support is structured: students may approach their tutor, Head of Year, or the counselling team which includes counsellors and social workers. In post-16 years, students meet with tutors 4–5 times a year in one-to-one tutorials to discuss wellbeing, progress, and plans.
WIS operates under a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy consistent with ESF standards; it recognises additional safeguarding risks for students with disabilities, learning support needs, or ongoing mental health support. All ESF staff receive training in preventative and protective measures.
Student Demographics
School Background
private