Dsc International School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$19K – US$22K
Curriculum: OSSD
Age Range: 4–18
Students: 1,000
Location: Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
DSC International School operates from Taikoo Shing on Hong Kong Island, serving students through secondary level with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) programme. Established in 1987, the school offers an alternative Canadian pathway to families seeking North American qualifications in Hong Kong's competitive international education sector.
Founded in 1987 and located at 5-7 Tai Fung Avenue in Taikoo Shing, DSC International School provides Canadian curriculum education through the Ontario Secondary School Diploma programme. The OSSD pathway distinguishes it from the numerous IB and British curriculum schools throughout Hong Kong, offering families a North American qualification route that can facilitate university applications to Canadian and US institutions. The school's position in the established Taikoo Shing residential district on Hong Kong Island provides accessibility to families living in eastern Hong Kong areas.
The school's focus on the OSSD programme allows students to earn credits through Ontario's flexible system, which can accommodate different learning styles and academic strengths compared to more examination-focused curricula. With annual fees around HK$147,100 paid in monthly instalments, DSC positions itself within Hong Kong's mid-tier international school pricing structure. However, limited public information about specific facilities, student demographics, leadership team, or recent academic outcomes means families would benefit from direct contact with the school to understand their current offerings and educational approach.
What parents value
- –Ontario Secondary School Diploma programme offers Canadian qualification pathway
- –Established since 1987 with decades of experience in Hong Kong
- –Located in accessible Taikoo Shing residential area on Hong Kong Island
- –Fees paid in convenient monthly instalments
- –Alternative to IB and British curriculum options in Hong Kong
Points of consideration
- –Limited public information about facilities, leadership, and current programmes
- –OSSD pathway may be less familiar to families considering other international curricula
- –School profile suggests smaller scale compared to Hong Kong's major international institutions
- –Prospective families would need direct engagement to understand current educational offerings
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Grade 1 | 5 | 18,788 |
| Grade 1 to Grade 8 | 6 | 19,886 |
| Grade 9 and Grade 10 | 14 | 20,627 |
| Grade 11 and Grade 12 | 16 | 21,470 |
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 | 128 |
| Textbook and Resources Deposit (Grade 1-12) | 128 |
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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
- Registered with Hong Kong EDB #215791 primary/secondary
- Not publicly listed.
Accreditations
- Ontario private school #879037
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- ACAMIS corporate, ISSFHK, HK Sports Institute Elite Athlete-friendly
- No FOBISIA, EARCOS, Round Square, etc
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
Dr. Jason Walter - Head of School
Dr. Jason Walter joined DSC International School in 1998 as a grade 4 homeroom teacher and has advanced through various leadership roles over 28 years, including Deputy Principal, Principal, and now Head of School, while also serving as a parent whose children are DSC alumni pursuing education careers.
