Hong Kong School Admissions Specialists
Strategic, personalised guidance for families applying to international schools in Hong Kong
From school selection and applications to assessments, interviews and offer management, we support families through every stage of the admissions journey.
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Supporting families since 2008
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Offices in Hong Kong & Singapore
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End-to-end admissions strategy
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Academic assessment experts
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Integrated consultancy & tutoring support
Why Families Work With Us
Strategic Admissions Guidance
Choosing the right Hong Kong school requires more than simply identifying the most competitive or prestigious options. We provide personalised school selection and admissions guidance, helping families navigate Hong Kong’s international school landscape with clarity and confidence. We consider each child’s academic profile, personality, interests and aspirations, alongside family priorities, curriculum preferences and longer-term educational plans.
Expert Assessment & Interview Preparation
We provide tailored preparation designed around the academic, assessment and interview expectations of Hong Kong international schools. Our preparation helps each child approach the admissions process with confidence and ensures they are well prepared for the specific requirements of their chosen schools.
Integrated Consultancy & Tutoring
Unlike many school admissions consultancies, we can support both the admissions strategy and the academic preparation. Our experienced tutoring team works alongside our consultants to identify gaps, build confidence and prepare each child for the particular assessments they will face.
Long-Term Planning
The strongest school applications are rarely built at the point of application. We help families plan ahead, identifying the right school, entry point and preparation programme and providing ongoing guidance as the admissions process develops.
Relocating to Hong Kong?
We regularly support international families moving to Hong Kong, helping them navigate school systems, admissions timelines, assessments and placement strategy.
Our Five Stage Process
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Stage 1: Define Your School Strategy
Assessment, family priorities, school shortlist
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Stage 2: Build Strong Applications
Applications, documents, statements, positioning
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Stage 3: Preparation & Performance
Academic prep, interview coaching, mock tests
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Stage 4: Assessments & Interviews
Guidance, debriefs and strategic support
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Stage 5: Offer Management
Evaluating offers, waitlists and securing the right placement
What Schools are Really Looking For
intellectual curiosity
strong communication
independent thinking
engagement beyond academics
alignment with school ethos
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Meet Yolanda
Director & Hong Kong Schools Consultant
Raised in Hong Kong and with more than 15 years’ experience in education, Yolanda works closely with families navigating the complexities of Hong Kong international school admissions.
Her approach combines strategic planning, detailed knowledge of the admissions landscape, and highly personalised support for each family.
“Thank you for all the support and advice that you have provided during the admission process. Your constructive guidance and the help of the tutoring have enabled both our boys to sail through their exams and got to where they are now.”
Schools we have prepared students for include:
Kellett School
German Swiss International School
French International School
Chinese International School
Harrow International School
Hong Kong International School
Australian International School
Canadian International School
ESF: Glenealy/ Kennedy/ Discovery College
Malvern College
Singapore International School
Hong Kong International School Admissions: A Complete FAQ Guide for Families
Everything parents need to know about applying to Hong Kong international schools, from admissions timelines and entrance exams to interview prep and choosing the right fit.
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We ideally recommend beginning the admissions process 12–24 months before your intended start date. Early planning provides the greatest flexibility and allows time to build a strong, well-positioned application. However, we also support families working to shorter timelines.
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It is rarely too early to seek guidance. While earlier planning offers more options, we regularly support families joining later in the process and help maximise opportunities within the time available.
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Admissions to leading Hong Kong international schools are highly competitive, particularly at key entry points. Schools assess not only academic ability, but also communication, reasoning skills, personality, and overall fit with the school community.
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Yes. We guide families through the differences between educational systems, including IB, British and other international pathways, helping identify the best fit for your child’s learning style, strengths and long-term goals.
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Yes. We support families applying to a wide range of Hong Kong international schools, including ESF, British curriculum schools, IB schools and other leading international schools across Hong Kong.
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No. We regularly support international and relocating families moving to Hong Kong, providing remote consultations and strategic guidance throughout the admissions process.
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Schools may use a combination of interviews, school reports, academic assessments and cognitive reasoning tests. Common assessments include CAT4, MAP testing, ISEE and school-specific entrance assessments.
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CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test) is an assessment used by many international schools to evaluate reasoning and thinking skills across verbal, non-verbal, quantitative and spatial areas.
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Not always. Our first step is understanding your child’s current profile, strengths and areas for development. Where beneficial, we may recommend targeted preparation or tuition aligned with your child’s chosen schools and admissions timeline.
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Interview preparation is tailored to the child’s age and target schools. We help children build confidence, improve communication skills, and become comfortable responding thoughtfully in interview settings through structured preparation and mock interviews.
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Our approach combines strategic admissions guidance with access to an in-house tutoring team, allowing us to provide fully integrated support throughout the admissions journey. We focus on identifying the right fit for each child and supporting families through every stage of the process.
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We maintain a strong understanding of school expectations and the evolving admissions landscape in Hong Kong. However, we remain fully independent and do not receive commissions from schools. Our advice is always focused on what is best for the child and family.