American School Hong Kong
American School Hong Kong is a through-train international school offering a welcoming community and holistic American education.
Located in a peaceful suburb of the Tai Po area of Hong Kong, our beautiful international school provides American-trained teachers to inspire our Kindergarten to Grade 10 students with a proven academic program based on the US Common Core and prepare them for the IB Diploma in Grades 11 and 12.
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NURTURING TALENT IN EVERY CHILD
Exceptional teachers are at the heart of the engaging and nurturing community school of our international school. Your child will benefit from our personalized approach, which is holistic in nature and focused equally on the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of the individual student.
US CURRICULUM AND IB DIPLOMA
As one of the leading international schools in Hong Kong, our expertise lies in empowering students with the unique benefits of an American education. We provide students with a strong and rigorous academic program, combining comprehensive American curriculum standards with a STEAM focus, a multi-stream Mandarin language program and the world-renowned IB Diploma in Grades 11 and 12.
45 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
Under the Esol Education group, our students join a network of 10 international schools educating more than 10,000 students in seven countries. With a proven track record and access to enrichment opportunities, including programs with Stanford and MIT, our graduates consistently join leading universities around the world.
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Through the hard work of both our teaching staff and students over the years, American School Hong Kong has established a reputation for being one of the best international IB schools in Hong Kong.
STEAM
Designed to encourage innovation and creativity, the STEAM program at ASHK equips students with the tools to succeed in a global economy.
CHINESE
To optimize your child’s learning, we provide customized learning with four different streams, and we have developed one of the most comprehensive Chinese programs among HK international schools. Both Simplified and Traditional Chinese are available at ASHK.
ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL)
All children should have access to a high-quality education. Our students can comfortably adapt to the international school environment with English language support from our EAL specialist teachers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IB program?
The IB program is a global education system that offers four high-quality programs for students aged 3 to 19. It helps students develop academic and personal skills, appreciate different cultures and perspectives, and prepare for a changing world.
How is the IB program different from other school curricula?
The IB program is international and has global recognition and respect from universities and employers. It’s also interdisciplinary and inquiry-based, fostering connections between different subjects and areas of knowledge and cultivating students’ curiosity, critical thinking, and research skills. It’s different from other school curricula in that the IB program is holistic, as it promotes not only academic excellence but also personal development and social responsibility.
How do I enroll in an IB international school in Hong Kong?
To enroll in an IB international school in Hong Kong, first find out which schools near you offer the IB program you want. You can use the IB online tool to search for IB World Schools by country, city, or program. If you’re looking for a school in Hong Kong that offers an IB Diploma Programme, consider ASHK, an IB international school with a comprehensive and well-rounded American education. To enroll in ASHK, contact our admissions team for more information.
Why should I choose ASHK?
ASHK is one of the few HK international schools that provides a holistic American education with the IB Diploma Program for students in Grades 11 and 12. We also integrate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics), Chinese language and culture, and English as an Additional Language into our curriculum to deliver a comprehensive and well-rounded education for the students. With our diverse and inclusive community of students, teachers, and parents, including a modern campus with excellent facilities and resources, ASHK aims to inspire the youth to become lifelong learners, global citizens, and leaders of the future.
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