Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$13K – US$19K
Curriculum: IB · British
Age Range: 5–18
Students: ~1,900
Location: Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School is a private through-train school in Hong Kong offering bilingual education from primary through IB Diploma, with a reputation for academic rigor and well-behaved students. While teacher discussions highlight it as a stepping stone school with demanding workload, the institution maintains solid academic results despite some controversy over political content in 2019.
Founded in 2002 by Po Leung Kuk charitable organization, CKY operates from Piper's Hill in Kowloon as a through-train school serving students from primary through secondary levels. The school follows a bilingual curriculum structure incorporating both British and IB programmes, culminating in the IB Diploma Programme for senior students. Teacher feedback consistently describes CKY as academically rigorous with hardworking students who achieve strong results, though the workload for staff can be intense particularly in the primary section.
The school gained unwanted attention in 2019 when homework assignments containing pro-government political messaging sparked parent complaints and public discussion about political neutrality in education. Despite this controversy, CKY maintains its reputation for producing polite, academically focused students in a well-resourced environment. Teacher recruitment discussions position it as a stepping stone school where educators gain IB experience, though salaries are reportedly below market rate compared to Hong Kong's tier-one international institutions.
What parents value
- –Strong academic reputation with hardworking, well-behaved students achieving good results
- –Through-train system providing continuity from primary through IB Diploma
- –Bilingual education approach combining British and IB curricula
- –Good facilities and pleasant campus location in Piper's Hill area
- –Opportunity for teachers to gain IB experience and professional development
Points of consideration
- –Teacher salaries reportedly below market rate for Hong Kong international schools
- –Demanding workload particularly for primary section teachers
- –Previous controversy over political content in curriculum materials
- –Viewed as a stepping stone school rather than destination for experienced educators
- –Limited visibility compared to Hong Kong's tier-one international institutions
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 to Year 5 | 5 | 12,750 |
| Year 6 to Year 8 | 10 | 16,577 |
| Year 9 to Year 10 | 13 | 18,578 |
| Year 11 to Year 12 | 15 | 18,766 |
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 | 51 |
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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
Jenny Chong - Head Principal
Jenny Chong serves as Head Principal of Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School, a private independent bilingual school in Hong Kong offering education from primary through IB Diploma.
