Australian International School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$20K – US$34K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 4–18
Students: 1,200
Location: Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Australian International School Hong Kong is the only school in Hong Kong offering Australian curriculum, making it a natural choice for Australian families. However, teacher discussions reveal concerning management issues, with reports of high turnover, toxic leadership, and poor treatment of staff, particularly new hires.
Founded in 1991 and located on twin campuses connected by a bridge in Kowloon Tong, AISHK serves students from Reception to Year 12 following the Australian academic calendar (January to December). The school offers a dual pathway in senior years, allowing students to complete either the NSW Higher School Certificate or IB Diploma. With fees ranging from HK$134,000-156,500, it sits in the middle tier of Hong Kong's international school market. The school's unique positioning as Hong Kong's only Australian curriculum provider makes it particularly appealing to southern hemisphere families.
Teacher discussions paint a troubling picture of the school's management culture. Multiple current and former staff describe the leadership as deceptive, with one long-term teacher warning others to avoid the school entirely. Reports suggest particularly poor treatment of new staff members, with management described as firing teachers 'like it's a sport.' Despite these internal challenges, the school maintains its appeal for families specifically seeking Australian qualifications and calendar alignment, though the workplace culture concerns may impact educational quality and staff stability.
What parents value
- –Only school in Hong Kong offering Australian curriculum and calendar alignment
- –Dual pathway option with NSW HSC or IB Diploma in senior years
- –Connected twin campuses in convenient Kowloon Tong location
- –Appeals particularly to Australian and southern hemisphere families
- –Mid-tier fees make it more accessible than premium Hong Kong schools
Points of consideration
- –Serious teacher concerns about toxic management and high staff turnover
- –Reports of poor treatment of new staff and deceptive leadership
- –Limited curriculum options compared to schools offering multiple pathways
- –Workplace culture issues may impact teaching quality and stability
- –Less prestigious than Hong Kong's tier 1 international schools
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 5 | 19,950 |
| Preparatory – Year 6 | 5 | 23,309 |
| Year 7 – Year 10 | 11 | 26,885 |
| Year 11 – Year 12 (HSC) | 15 | 28,214 |
| Year 11 – Year 12 (IB) | 15 | 33,897 |
Fees converted from HKD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 192 |
| Assessment Fee | 64 |
| Reservation Deposit | 3,193 |
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Academic Results
Class of 2025: 100% IB Diploma Programme pass rate, average score of 38 points (global average 29.3), 41% of the cohort scored 40 points or above, and over 70% achieved at least one Grade 7 result. 56% of HSC students achieved Band 5 or 6, and 33% of HSC students achieved an ATAR above 90. University destinations include Australian Institute of Music, Adelaide University, Australian Catholic University (Sydney), and others across Australia, Asia, and globally.
Extra Curriculars
Over 80 activities across sports (athletics, swimming, cross country), performing arts (instrumental music, drama), visual arts and design, STEM, and special interest clubs. Competitive teams participate in sports carnivals (e. g.
Purpose-built campus in Kowloon Tong featuring a 25m indoor swimming pool, 240m² green roof ("living classroom"), 200m running track, sports halls, libraries, science laboratories, IT suites, and dedicated spaces for music, drama, and art. No boarding houses (day school). (AISHK Campus at a Glance, Tutopiya School Guide).
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- Registered international school with Hong Kong Education Bureau EDB
- Not publicly listed.
Accreditations
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- ACAMIS member
- Apple Distinguished
Student Body
Approximately 1,100 students from Reception (age 4) to Year 12. Multi-cultural community with priority given to Australian and New Zealand passport holders. Average class size is 20-25 students (maximum 20 in Reception).
Leadership
Mina Dunstan - Head of School
Mina Dunstan is an international educational leader with Hong Kong and Australia, currently serving as Head of School at Australian International School Hong Kong since December 2022.
