Individual School Profile
SCHOOL NAME:CLEARWATER BAY SCHOOL
https://www.cwbs.edu.hk/
About ESF The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds. There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. Clearwater Bay School ESF Clearwater Bay School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School serving the Sai Kung, Clearwater Bay and Tseung Kwan O communities in the Eastern New Territories of Hong Kong. We are accredited by both the Council of International Schools and the International Baccalaureate Organization and offer a world class international primary education to students in Years 1 to 6. There is strong demand for admissions and the school is currently at capacity with 720 students enrolled. Our school values create a safe, welcoming learning environment that fosters care, respect and intercultural understanding. We value and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of students and families who come from more than 35 different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. Through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), we develop our students’ creativity, confidence and willingness to achieve their personal best. High standards of academic achievement combined with a strong emphasis on the arts, physical education and sport provides students with a comprehensive, well-rounded curriculum. Specialist Chinese, physical education, music and library programmes are also taught. An extensive co-curricular programme provides opportunities for students to participate in a range of arts, sport and special interest activities. We cater to the individual learning needs of students through a developmentally appropriate curriculum that is differentiated to extend students needing further challenge and to support students who experience difficulties. Specialist learning support, English as an additional language and counselling services are available. We have skilled and passionate staff and an active parent community who work collaboratively to create a learning community that strives to provide every student with the best possible education.
Contact details
DD 229 LOT 235 CLEAR WATER BAY ROAD SAI KUNG NT
Email: Tel: 23583221Fax: 23583246
Level |
Age of students |
Primary medium of instruction |
Places |
Year of establishment |
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ESF Primary |
5-11 |
English |
720 |
1992 |
School fees (HKD) 2023/24 school year |
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126,200-126,200
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Accreditation (Year of last review) |
District |
Status |
Curriculum |
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Sai Kung District |
Non-profit making |
IB |
Special arrangement for incoming families |
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It is possible for online applications to be submitted for admissions to ESF while families are overseas and before relocation to Hong Kong. The ESF introduced the Nomination Rights scheme in November 2012 to facilitate any family wishing to ‘fast track’ on a school’s wait list. Corporate Nominees gain first priority for admissions. Individual Nomination Rights Nominees will gain a priority behind siblings. All applicants are required to satisfy our entry requirements for admissions. Please refer to the ESF website for details: http://www.esf.edu.hk/esf-nomination-rights. |
Support for students with special education needs | Financial assistance / scholarship | Facilities for hire |
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Students with moderate special needs can be accommodated through the School’s learning assistance program. |
ESF’s Financial Assistance Scheme is available for families who have encountered “sudden and unexpected” change of circumstances during the period of 12 months immediately prior to date of application. |
Please contact the school for further details. |