Peak School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$18K
Curriculum: International
Age Range: 5–11
Students: ~350
Location: The Peak, Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Peak School is an ESF primary school founded in 1911, located on The Peak serving students aged 5-11 with the English National Curriculum. As part of Hong Kong's subsidized ESF network, it offers quality international primary education at relatively accessible fees through the debenture system, though it operates with limited visibility compared to Hong Kong's tier-one international institutions.
Operating from its elevated location at 20 Plunketts Road on The Peak, Peak School serves approximately 400-500 students across Years 1-6, representing over 30 nationalities in a diverse community of expatriate and local Hong Kong families. The school follows the English National Curriculum adapted for an international context, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, STEM, arts, and social-emotional learning through a primary-focused approach. As an ESF institution, it benefits from the foundation's quality assurance and accreditation through WASC and CIS memberships.
The school's fee structure reflects ESF's subsidized model, with annual tuition around HK$130,000 plus a HK$500,000 refundable debenture, making it more accessible than premium private international schools like HKIS while maintaining international standards. Graduates typically progress to ESF secondary schools such as Island School or South Island School, where they can pursue the IB Diploma Programme. The campus features modern primary facilities including classrooms, playgrounds, library, IT labs, and specialist rooms for art, music, and science, though it maintains a smaller scale compared to Hong Kong's larger international school campuses.
What parents value
- –Part of the established ESF network with over a century of history since 1911
- –Relatively accessible international education through subsidized fees and debenture system
- –Diverse student body representing 30+ nationalities
- –Strong progression pathway to quality ESF secondary schools
- –Prime location on The Peak with dedicated primary facilities
- –English National Curriculum adapted for international context
Points of consideration
- –Primary-only school requiring transition to secondary education elsewhere
- –Debenture system requires significant upfront capital investment
- –Limited visibility compared to Hong Kong's tier-one international institutions
- –Smaller scale facilities compared to major private international schools
- –Competition for places within the ESF system
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 to Year 6 | 5 | 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 |
| Acceptance Deposit | 3,551 |
| NCL Year 1 | 4,853 |
| NCL Year 2 | 4,598 |
| NCL Year 3 | 4,343 |
| NCL Year 4 | 4,087 |
| NCL Year 5 | 3,832 |
| NCL Year 6 | 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
Anita Simpson - Head of School
Anita Simpson serves as Head of School at the American International School of Hong Kong, focusing on maintaining the school's vision and fostering a culture of learning and innovation from Early Childhood to Grade 12.
