Li Po Chun United World College

The school is part of the global United World College movement, which aims to make education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Its educational philosophy emphasizes intercultural understanding, mutual respect, and personal growth through a diverse, inclusive community. The school fosters global citizenship, empathy, and resilience by combining rigorous academics with experiential learning, community service, and a fully residential lifestyle.

The school offers the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for students typically in Secondary 4/5 or Years 10/11. The curriculum requires students to take six courses (three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level) across groups including Language and Literature (Chinese, English, Spanish), Language Acquisition (French, Mandarin, Spanish, English), Individuals and Societies (Economics, Business and Management, Geography, History, Global Politics, Environmental Systems and Societies), Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Marine Science, Environmental Systems and Societies), Mathematics, and The Arts (Visual Arts, Theatre). Students must also complete the three IB core requirements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), a 4,000-word Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). Additionally, the school runs a Youth Programme featuring workshops and conferences on peace, sustainability, and innovation for younger students in Secondary 1 to 4 (Years 7 to 10).

The school has a strong track record of academic success, with 40% of its students achieving an IB score of 40 or higher. Graduates transition to leading global universities, often supported by the UWC network and university guidance. Alumni have gone on to achieve notable professional milestones, such as appointments to diplomatic roles like Britain's Ambassador to the Holy See.

The school provides comprehensive student welfare and academic support, led by a Director of Student Welfare and a dedicated faculty who live on campus, allowing for timely intervention and guidance. Higher education planning is supported by a University Guidance team, including a Head of Universities Guidance Counselling and a Universities Guidance Counsellor, who assist students in transitioning to leading global universities.

Admissions are open to students currently studying in Secondary 4 or 5 (Years 10 or 11). Applicants holding a Hong Kong ID or dependent visa who require scholarship support apply through the UWC National Committee (UWCHK), while those who do not require scholarship support or do not hold a Hong Kong ID apply via the Global Selections Programme (GSP). The estimated all-inclusive fees for the 2025/2026 academic year are HK$324,000 for local Hong Kong students and HK$428,000 for overseas students, covering tuition, textbooks, boarding, food, and IB examination fees. Need-based scholarships and fee remissions are available, with over 50% of the student body receiving financial support, up to full scholarships.

While specific term dates are not detailed in the provided text, the school operates on an academic term schedule. Alumni and parent visits are welcomed during the academic term from Monday to Friday between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm, requiring at least one week of advance notice.

Perched on a lush campus on the edge of Ma On Shan Country Park in Shatin, the school features a 100% residential setup with student hostels and staff residences, where almost all faculty members live on campus. A key facility is the Lee Shau Kee Peace Education Centre, designed in partnership with M Moser Associates, which holds a Fitwel Certificate recertification for its healthy, sustainable building systems. The campus also includes a guard house for visitor check-ins and security.

The school offers a vibrant co-curricular program known as the "Quan Cai" program, which encompasses over 90 different activities, including student-led CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) initiatives. Students engage in diverse activities such as community service, environmental sustainability projects, and sports like swimming, where students compete in events like the HKGSA Swimming Competition. Additionally, students participate in external academic and design challenges, such as the "Tomorrow's Guestroom in the Hotel Industry" competition and the UNSDGs Debating Competition, as well as cultural exchange events and project weeks.