Carmel School, Hong Kong campus

Carmel School, Hong Kong

Key Stats

Annual Fees: US$11K – US$30K

Curriculum: IB

Age Range: 2–18

Students: ~400

Location: Hong Kong

Updated February 2026


In Brief

Carmel School Hong Kong appears to be a Christian international school in the Kwai Tsing District offering IB curriculum to approximately 1,200 students across 30 classes. Founded in 1982 by the Evangelical School Development Incorporation, it has maintained strong academic performance with multiple subjects achieving 90%+ pass rates in public examinations.

Established in 1982 by Ms. Lam Lai Bing under the Evangelical School Development Incorporation, Carmel School has operated for over four decades as a Christian educational institution in Kwai Tsing District. With approximately 1,200 students organized across 30 classes and 70 staff members, the school has maintained steady enrollment while developing its academic programs. The institution introduced Liberal Studies to its curriculum in 1992, later integrating these studies into Form One curriculum by 2005 to align with Hong Kong's evolving educational requirements.

Academic performance has been consistently strong, with thirteen subjects achieving 90% or above pass rates in HKCE and HKAL examinations over a three-year period, including seven subjects with 100% pass rates. The school adopted online learning through the eClass platform starting in 2004-05, providing individual accounts for all teachers and students to support learning beyond school hours. Recent educational innovations include flipped classroom initiatives where 28 students acted as teachers, instructing faculty about diverse topics from chess to Japanese culture, demonstrating the school's commitment to student-centered learning approaches.

What parents value
  • Strong academic performance with multiple subjects achieving 90%+ pass rates
  • Four decades of educational experience since 1982 founding
  • Early adoption of technology with online learning platforms since 2004
  • Active extracurricular program with awards in speech, music, drama, and sports
  • Reading Award Scheme to enhance language proficiency and reading culture
  • Christian values integrated into educational approach
Points of consideration
  • Limited recent information available about current programs and facilities
  • School data suggests local Hong Kong curriculum focus rather than full international program
  • Location in Kwai Tsing District may be less convenient for some international families
  • Student demographics and international community composition unclear

Annual Fees

Year GroupAgeUSDTotal Annual Fee
Tzutzik and Ganeynu310,793
Nursery and Pre-Kindergarten314,560
Kindergarten and Elementary425,876
Elsa High School Main Stream1425,876
Elsa High School International Stream1430,317

Fees converted from HKD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.

Additional Fees

FeeAmount
Application Fee (Ganeynu, Nursery, Pre-K)128
Application Fee (Kindergarten, Elementary, High School)192

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Carmel School, Hong Kong campus

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

Mrs. Rachel Friedmann - Principal

Rachel Friedmann is the Principal of Carmel School Hong Kong, where she has served for nearly 18 years leading the Jewish international IB continuum school with emphasis on academic excellence, STEAM, and pastoral care. Previously, she was Deputy Head at Hasmonean High School in the UK from 2005 to 2008.