Yk Pao School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$28K
Curriculum: Chinese
Age Range: 5–8
Students: -
Location: Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
YK Pao School Hong Kong is a new bilingual IB candidate school opening September 2026, building on 18 years of success from its Shanghai sister campuses that achieve 100% IB pass rates and Ivy League placements. Starting with Years 1-3 in Kowloon East before moving to a permanent Kowloon Tong campus in 2028, it offers immersive English-Putonghua education emphasizing Chinese culture and character development.
Founded by the YK Pao Education Foundation to honor shipping magnate Sir YK Pao, the school extends the proven model of YK Pao Shanghai, which has topped bilingual school rankings by Hurun Report and Forbes China. Under founding head Cathy Braithwaite's leadership, the Hong Kong campus will follow an interdisciplinary global framework as an IB candidate school, planning the Primary Years Programme with enhanced Putonghua and Mathematics courses. Future pathways include IB Middle Years Programme, Hong Kong or overseas options, or boarding at YK Pao Shanghai for high school years.
The school begins operations at a temporary Kowloon East campus accommodating the first cohort of at least 100 students in Primary 1-3, before relocating to an over 8,000 square meter permanent facility in Kowloon Tong by 2028. This not-for-profit institution targets families seeking genuine bilingual education that integrates Chinese cultural values with global citizenship, differentiating itself from purely English-medium IB schools through its immersive Putonghua environment and character development focus rooted in Chinese philosophy.
What parents value
- –Builds on 18-year track record of Shanghai campuses with 100% IB pass rates and Ivy League/Oxbridge placements
- –Immersive bilingual English-Putonghua education with enhanced Chinese cultural integration
- –IB candidate school status with planned Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme pathways
- –Not-for-profit foundation model focused on whole-person development and character education
- –Permanent 8,000+ square meter Kowloon Tong campus planned for 2028 with modern facilities
- –Leadership team with experience establishing successful bilingual international education
Points of consideration
- –Brand new school opening 2026 with no Hong Kong track record or student outcomes yet
- –Temporary campus in Kowloon East for first two years before permanent facility available
- –IB candidate status and EDB approvals still pending - not guaranteed
- –Fee structure not publicly disclosed, requiring direct contact with school
- –Limited to Years 1-3 initially, requiring transition planning for older students
- –Heavy emphasis on Chinese culture and Putonghua may not suit all international families
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Years 1 – 3 | 5 | 28,099 |
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
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Accreditations
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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
Cathy Braithwaite - Founding Head of YK Pao School Hong Kong
Cathy Braithwaite brings 27 years of experience in UK education, most recently as Head of Gresham’s Prep School, named Best Public School at the Tatler School Awards 2026.
