Singapore International School (SIS) Hong Kong Review
Overview of the School
Founded in 1991 with the support of Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore International School (Hong Kong) [SISHK] is a well respected co-educational school serving Hong Kong’s local and expatriate communities, particularly Singaporean and Hong Kong families.
Located on two campuses in Aberdeen and Wong Chuk Hang on Hong Kong Island, it educates over 1,800 students from Preparatory Years through to pre-university (IB Diploma). SISHK delivers a rigorous, bilingual Singapore styled curriculum transitioning to Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, fostering disciplined, resilient, and globally minded students guided by its core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Integrity, Care, and Harmony.
Academic Strengths
SISHK is recognized for its high academic rigour and strong emphasis on mathematics, science, bilingual proficiency (English and Putonghua), and 21st-century skills. The structure provides a seamless pathway from Singapore MOE curriculum in preparatory and primary/lower secondary years to IGCSE (with consistently high A/A* rates around 80%) and the IB Diploma Programme. Small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a non-selective yet supportive environment ensure personalised attention while preparing graduates exceptionally well for admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, Yale, Duke, NUS, and HKU.
Pastoral Care and Community Life
Pastoral care and character education are central to SISHK’s values driven philosophy. The school fosters a caring, inclusive culture that strengthens self-awareness, social-emotional competencies, and moral development through dedicated pastoral lessons, life skills programmes, and school wide initiatives.
With students from over 20 nationalities, it builds a connected community emphasising active citizenry and resilience in a supportive, family oriented setting suitable for both local and expatriate families.
Co-Curricular Life
SISHK offers a vibrant and diverse co-curricular programme that supports holistic development. Students participate in a wide range of options including sports and games, visual and performing arts, clubs and societies, uniformed groups, and community service. These activities encourage discovery of talents, teamwork, leadership, and personal growth beyond the classroom, complementing the academic focus with opportunities for innovation and real-world application.
Why We Recommend Singapore International School Hong Kong for Our Students
We recommend SISHK for families seeking a disciplined, bilingual Singaporean-influenced education in a caring, international environment. It suits motivated students who thrive with structured academic rigour, strong STEM foundations, bilingual immersion, and clear pathways to IGCSE and IB success.
Hong Kong families (local or expatriate) aiming for top universities worldwide or a balanced yet challenging pathway will appreciate its high standards, values-based approach, and supportive community without excessive intensity.