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Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong

WASHK

Part of Wycombe Abbey International, Founded 2019

Updated July 2026

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Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong (WASHK) is a private British international day school serving students aged 5 to 18 from Year 1 to Year 13. Established in 2019, the school operates across two campuses, with its Prep School located in Aberdeen and its Senior School in Kowloon City.

Teaching approach

The school's educational philosophy combines the academic heritage of its UK sister school with future-ready innovation and holistic development. It aims to cultivate self-motivated, independent learners who possess intellectual curiosity, resilience, and leadership skills. The school emphasizes a supportive, close-knit community with small class sizes to ensure personalized academic feedback and emotional wellbeing.

Programmes

The school follows the British National Curriculum, culminating in IGCSEs and A-Levels, alongside the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in the Sixth Form. Core subjects of English, Mathematics, and Chinese (Mandarin) receive equal instructional time to foster bilingual proficiency. The curriculum is enhanced by a bespoke, skills-based iSTEAM programme, an Entrepreneurship curriculum, and a Super-Curricular Pathway from Year 9 onwards that offers specialized career tracks in fields such as law, engineering, and life sciences.

Outcomes

The school prepares its students for transition to prestigious UK boarding schools, including Wycombe Abbey UK, Eton College, and Cheltenham Ladies' College, as well as top global universities. Through its rigorous A-Level curriculum and independent research projects like the EPQ, graduates develop the critical thinking, self-discipline, and academic credentials necessary for success in higher education and future careers.

Student support

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Learning support

For students in Years 3 to 8 with limited English proficiency but strong academic potential, the school provides an Intensive English (IE) Programme that integrates the British and Cambridge Global English curricula. This personalized programme utilizes small class sizes to transition pupils into mainstream classes, typically within two terms. In the Senior School, the institution collaborates with BE Education to offer on-site, one-to-one tutoring after school hours.

Frequently asked questions(5)
What curriculum does Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong offer?
Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong offers National Curriculum (England), IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
How much is tuition at Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong?
Annual tuition at Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong is HK$188K–HK$218K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What ages does Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong teach?
Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong enrolls students aged 5 to 18.
Is Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong a day or boarding school?
Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong is a day school.
Where is Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong located?
Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong is an international school in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Years 1-55–9HK$188K
Years 6-810–12HK$198K
Years 9-1113–15HK$208K
Years 12-13 (Sixth Form)16–18HK$218K
Other fees(4)
Other fees
Deposit· A non-refundable and non-transferrable advance payment of HK$18,800 (for Years 1-5) or HK$19,800 (for Years 6-8) is required to confirm a place. This is offset against the first month's tuition fee.HK$18.8K
Enrolment fee· Annual Capital Levy (ACL) of HK$35,000 (Years 1-8) or HK$45,000 (Years 9-13) is required. It is non-redeemable, non-refundable, and non-transferable.
Meals· Lunches are excluded from the annual tuition fees.
Bus / transport· School bus fees are excluded from the annual tuition fees.

Admissions

Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis throughout the year for Year 1 to Year 8 at the Prep School, and Years 9, 10, and 12 at the Senior School. The selection process requires an online application, supporting documents, and age-specific assessments, which range from group evaluations in numeracy and English for Years 1–2 to CAT4 online tests, written exams, and interviews for older years. Annual tuition fees range from HK$188,000 to HK$218,000, supplemented by an annual capital levy of HK$35,000 to HK$45,000.

Calendar

The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with published schedules and term dates available for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years.

Facilities

Climbing wallScience labsLibrarySports fieldOutdoor areaSTEM labArt roomDining hallMusic roomTheatre / auditorium

About the campus

The Prep School campus in Aberdeen features a central multi-purpose atrium, two iSTEAM labs, science laboratories, a library, a 15-metre indoor climbing wall, an outdoor sports ground, and a rooftop sports pitch. The Senior School campus in Kowloon City is equipped with an art studio, a design and iSTEAM lab, a multipurpose drama and music studio, a library, a modern cafeteria, and a dedicated Sixth Form Centre with collaborative co-working spaces. Additionally, students utilize external facilities, including premier hockey pitches at the Hong Kong Football Club and local sports grounds.

Co-curriculars

The school offers an extensive extracurricular activities (ECA) programme with over 50 clubs, extending the school day by two hours until 5:00 PM. Activities span sports such as football, basketball, and rugby, alongside creative pursuits like drama, dance, choir, orchestra, and robotics. Students also participate in academic and leadership opportunities, including Model United Nations, debate teams, Chemistry and Maths Olympiads, and a student-run tea business.

  • Rob Fox
    Rob FoxHeadmaster

    Mr. Fox is the Headmaster of Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong, having commenced in April 2024. He has over 25 years of experience in education, previously serving as Headmaster at Packwood Haugh Prep School in the UK and Assistant Head (Pastoral) at Harrow International School in Hong Kong. He holds a degree in Geography from Bristol University and a PGCE from Nottingham University.

  • John Williams
    John WilliamsDeputy Head (Senior School)

    John Williams serves as the Deputy Head (Senior School).

  • Feifei Yang
    Feifei YangDeputy Head (Prep School)

    Feifei Yang serves as the Deputy Head (Prep School).

  • Katelin van Strijp
    Katelin van StrijpAssistant Head Academic (Prep School)

    Katelin van Strijp serves as the Assistant Head Academic (Prep School).

  • Matthew Haslam
    Matthew HaslamAssistant Head Co-Curricular (Whole School)

    Matthew Haslam serves as the Assistant Head Co-Curricular (Whole School).

  • Heidy Tai
    Heidy TaiHead of General and Administration

    Heidy Tai serves as the Head of General and Administration.

  • Carrie Lee
    Carrie LeeHead of Marketing

    Carrie Lee serves as the Head of Marketing.

  • Kate Fox
    Kate FoxHead of Admissions

    Kate Fox serves as the Head of Admissions.