Creative Secondary School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$22K – US$31K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 12–18
Students: ~800
Location: Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Creative Secondary School Hong Kong is a small IB World School founded in 2006, offering both IB Diploma and Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) pathways with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. The school maintains minimal visibility in Hong Kong's international education discussions, operating as a lesser-known option for families seeking bilingual IB education with Chinese educational elements.
CSS operates under Principal Stephen Hindes, providing IB Middle Years Programme leading to both IB Diploma and HKDSE qualifications for university entrance. The school positions itself as part of the Creative Schools continuum alongside Creative Primary School, emphasizing a blend of international and Chinese educational philosophies. The dual pathway approach allows students to pursue either international university applications through IBDP or local Hong Kong tertiary admissions through HKDSE.
The school promotes its small class sizes with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, suggesting personalized attention within its intimate community. Recent activities include participation in educational symposiums and hosting alumni speakers like Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia honoree Maurice Chong. However, CSS generates virtually no discussion in parent forums or teacher networks compared to Hong Kong's established international schools, indicating a quiet presence in the competitive market.
What parents value
- –Small class sizes with 9:1 student-teacher ratio enabling personalized attention
- –Dual pathway offering both IB Diploma and HKDSE for flexible university applications
- –IB World School accreditation with full MYP to DP continuum
- –Blend of international and Chinese educational approaches
- –Recent alumni achieving recognition including Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree
Points of consideration
- –Very limited parent discussions and community visibility compared to established Hong Kong international schools
- –No available information on fees, facilities, or academic results
- –Minimal teacher feedback or reputation data in education forums
- –Small school size may limit extracurricular offerings and peer networks
- –Lack of detailed university placement statistics or outcomes data
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| F1 – F2 | 12 | 22,179 |
| F3 | 14 | 22,928 |
| F4 | 15 | 24,522 |
| F5 (HKDSE) | 16 | 25,177 |
| F5 (IBDP) | 16 | 31,246 |
| F6 (HKDSE) | 17 | 25,184 |
| F6 (IBDP) | 17 | 31,245 |
Fees converted from HKD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
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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
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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
Stephen Hindes - School Principal
Stephen Hindes is the School Principal at Creative Secondary School in Hong Kong (since January 2024), with over 20 years of experience in international education including roles as Assistant Principal, Head of Holistic Student Development, Head of Pastoral Care, and science teacher at HKUGA College, focusing on leadership, positive education, student wellbeing, and IB curriculum implementation.
