Bradbury School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$18K
Curriculum: International
Age Range: 5–11
Students: ~700
Location: Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Bradbury School is an ESF primary school in Mid-Levels serving students ages 4-11 with the English National Curriculum. As part of Hong Kong's established ESF network, it offers subsidized international education in a prestigious hillside location, though it maintains a lower profile compared to ESF's secondary schools.
Bradbury School operates as part of the English Schools Foundation network, Hong Kong's oldest international school system established in the 1960s. Located at 43C Stubbs Road in Mid-Levels East, the school serves primary-aged students from Reception through Year 6 following the English National Curriculum adapted for international learners. The hillside location provides easy access to Mid-Levels residential areas while maintaining the inquiry-based learning approach characteristic of ESF institutions.
As an ESF primary school, Bradbury offers the subsidized fee structure that makes international education more accessible compared to private alternatives, with annual fees estimated around HKD 100,000-120,000. Students typically progress to ESF secondary schools like Island School or South Island School after completing Year 6. The school serves a mixed population of local Hong Kong families and expatriate communities, reflecting the broader ESF demographic profile of approximately 70% local and 30% international students.
What parents value
- –Part of the established ESF network with decades of international education experience
- –Subsidized fees make quality international education more accessible
- –Prime Mid-Levels location with easy access to residential areas
- –English National Curriculum provides familiar pathway for UK and international families
- –Natural progression route to well-regarded ESF secondary schools
Points of consideration
- –Limited information available about specific facilities and programs compared to other Hong Kong international schools
- –Primary-only education requires transition planning for secondary years
- –ESF schools have competitive admission processes with waiting lists
- –Fewer extracurricular options typical of smaller primary-focused institutions
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 17,753 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 17,753 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 17,753 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 17,753 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 17,753 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 17,753 |
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 | 358 |
| Enrolment Deposit | 3,551 |
| Capital Levy – Year 1 entry | 4,853 |
| Capital Levy – Year 2 entry | 4,598 |
| Capital Levy – Year 3 entry | 4,343 |
| Capital Levy – Year 4 entry | 4,087 |
| Capital Levy – Year 5 entry | 3,832 |
| Capital Levy – Year 6 entry | 3,576 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Hong Kong's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from across Asia and beyond. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Kate Gower - Principal
Kate Gower is Hong Kong born and bred, bringing a diverse background in international education from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Her dedication lies in nurturing students to achieve excellence inside and outside the classroom through a holistic approach to realize each student's maximum potential.
