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Singapore International School (Hong Kong) (SISHK)
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Institutional Overview
Curriculum:
Primary:
Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum.
Secondary (S1–S2):
Singapore MOE curriculum.
Secondary (S3–S4):
Cambridge IGCSE.
Pre-University:
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Levels:
Preparatory Years (PY1) to IB Diploma Year 2 (Grade 12).
Student Body:
~1,600 students.
Campus
Primary:
23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen.
Secondary
2 Police School Road, Wong Chuk Hang.
Founded:
1991 (Established by the Ministry of Education, Singapore).
Website:
Academic Profile
Average IB Score (2025):
39.0 (55% of the cohort scored 40+ points).
Bilingual Proficiency:
100% of the 2025 cohort received the IB Bilingual Diploma
IGCSE Results (2025):
77.6% of all grades were A* or A;
46.7% were the highest grade of A*.
Notable Strengths:
Mathematics and Science (utilizing the world-renowned “Singapore Math” method), a deeply structured pastoral care system, and high-tier Chinese language integration.
Admissions and Matriculation Statistics
Top 10 University Destinations:
Singapore:
NUS (National University of Singapore), NTU.
UK:
Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, LSE, UCL.
USA:
Stanford, NYU, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Chicago.
Local:
HKU (highly sought after for Medicine), HKUST.
Reputational Standing:
Widely regarded as the most academically rigorous school in Hong Kong. It is the primary choice for families seeking a “no-excuses” academic culture and a bridge back to the Singaporean education system.
Financials (2025/26 Academic Year)
Annual Tuition:
Preparatory Years:
~HK$103,000
Primary 1 – 6:
~HK$161,100
Secondary 1 - 4:
~HK$208,800
IB Diploma (DP1 – DP2):
~HK$254,900
(Note: Singapore Citizens receive a subsidy of ~HK$16,100 per annum.)
Annual Capital Levy:
Personal Debenture:
HK$20,000 (annual payment).
Corporate Debenture:
HK$160,000 (one-time payment).
Debenture (Mandatory):
Personal:
HK200,000(HK120,000 for Singapore Passport holders).
Corporate:
HK$500,000.
Entrance Fee:
HK$13,000 (One-off for Personal Debenture holders).
Application Fee:
HK$2,800.
Admissions & Application Windows
Admission Difficulty:
Critically Selective. High weight is placed on mathematical and linguistic proficiency. Singaporean Citizens and PR prioritized.
Application Window:
Preparatory & Primary:
September
Secondary 1–3 & IBDP:
September
Assessment Format:
Prepatory:
Play-based interviews
Primary & Secondary:
Rigorous written examinations in English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Mathematics, followed by an interview.
The Consultant’s Take
Best Fit For:
Students who are highly resilient and excel in a structured, high-pressure environment. It is the ideal school for “STEM-focused” students and those who wish to maintain native-level Mandarin Chinese while following an international pathway.
The “Insider” Tip:
SISHK is not just a school; it is a community with a very specific cultural “code.” Unlike schools that allow for a wide range of “exploratory” learning, SISHK is highly goal-oriented. If your child is applying from a local HK school, they will likely find the math level familiar but the English expectations significantly higher. Conversely, students from “relaxed” international schools often face a steep learning curve with the heavy homework volume and the high frequency of assessments.
Strategic Advice:
Ensure your child is prepared for a “placement test” style assessment rather than just an “aptitude” test.
