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The ISF Academy

The ISF Academy

The ISF Academy

Average IB score in 2025

Average IB score in 2025

38.9

38.9

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

1 Kong Sin Wan Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong

1 Kong Sin Wan Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong

Average IB score in 2025

38.9

School profile

The ISF Academy, located in Hong Kong, is distinguished by its strong emphasis on bilingual immersion, offering instruction in both English and Chinese (Putonghua) across its curriculum. The school is notable for its comprehensive Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) program, which integrates the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) component of the IB Diploma Programme, encouraging students to engage in diverse activities ranging from arts to volunteer organizations. A unique feature of the academy is its commitment to sustainability, evidenced by its award-winning initiatives and facilities like the Centre for Renewable Energy Education and rooftop solar panels. The faculty's international diversity further enriches the learning environment, bringing a global perspective to the educational experience.

School profile

The ISF Academy, located in Hong Kong, is distinguished by its strong emphasis on bilingual immersion, offering instruction in both English and Chinese (Putonghua) across its curriculum. The school is notable for its comprehensive Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) program, which integrates the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) component of the IB Diploma Programme, encouraging students to engage in diverse activities ranging from arts to volunteer organizations. A unique feature of the academy is its commitment to sustainability, evidenced by its award-winning initiatives and facilities like the Centre for Renewable Energy Education and rooftop solar panels. The faculty's international diversity further enriches the learning environment, bringing a global perspective to the educational experience.

Head of school:

Head of school:

Dr. Oliver Kraemer

Dr. Oliver Kraemer

Type:

Type:

private

private

Boarding

Boarding

Boarding

Unavailable

Unavailable

IB Fees

IB Fees

YEAR 1: HK$303,530 - per year 2025-26

YEAR 2: HK$303,530 - per year 2025-26

IB Subjects Covered

Biology (SL/HL)

Business Management (SL/HL)

Chemistry (SL/HL)

Chinese Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Design Technology (SL/HL)

Economics (SL/HL)

English Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Geography (SL/HL)

Global Politics (SL/HL)

History (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (SL/HL)

Music (SL/HL)

Physics (SL/HL)

Psychology (SL/HL)

Theatre (SL/HL)

Visual Arts (SL/HL)

Admissions

Admissions

Admissions

Application opens

year-round

year-round

Application fee

HK$1,000

HK$1,000

Recruitment process

Recruitment process

Recruitment process

- Register on Friends of ISF (link: ) and complete the online application form.

- Complete the online application and upload required documents: passport-size photo, family photo, birth certificate, HKID or passport, recent school reports, a school reference form (Grades 2–11), and Chinese/English writing samples (Grades 2–11).

- Pay the HK$1,000 non-refundable application fee via PayPal and submit the application by the deadline (e.g., Nov 18, 2025 for Grade 6–11 entry).

- Attend Stage 1A assessments (written exams in Chinese, English, and Mathematics in late Nov 2025).

- If shortlisted, attend Stage 1B assessments in Jan 2026: oral interviews and group activities in English and Putonghua.

- Parents attend a Stage 2 meeting with senior staff (Feb–Mar 2026); bring original documents for verification.

- Receive the admission decision by early April 2026.

- If offered a place, confirm enrollment by submitting the online Enrollment Confirmation Form by the deadline and pay the required acceptance deposit (and capital contribution) to secure the place.

Address

Address

Address

Subjects

IB Subjects Covered

English Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Chinese Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Business Management (SL/HL)

Economics (SL/HL)

Geography (SL/HL)

Global Politics (SL/HL)

History (SL/HL)

Psychology (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (SL/HL)

Biology (SL/HL)

Chemistry (SL/HL)

Physics (SL/HL)

Design Technology (SL/HL)

Theatre (SL/HL)

Visual Arts (SL/HL)

Music (SL/HL)

Biology (SL/HL)

Business Management (SL/HL)

Chemistry (SL/HL)

Chinese Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Design Technology (SL/HL)

Economics (SL/HL)

English Language and Literature (SL/HL)

Geography (SL/HL)

Global Politics (SL/HL)

History (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL/HL)

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (SL/HL)

Music (SL/HL)

Physics (SL/HL)

Psychology (SL/HL)

Theatre (SL/HL)

Visual Arts (SL/HL)

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© 2026 Think Smart Tutoring. Not affiliated with the International Baccalaureate Organization. Information is provided for reference only.

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