Grade Placement
Grade level placement is based on the cut-off date of August 31. Since we are an international school and enroll children from various educational systems, we have found it most successful to place children with peers of similar age. Each class has a wide range of academic abilities and skill levels, and our teachers are experienced in supporting and challenging all children to reach their fullest potential throughout the school year.
Withdrawals
If transferring to another school, a written notice should be given to the Office of Admissions as soon as the withdrawal is confirmed. School records that need to be sent to another school will be provided by respective divisions upon request. Families leaving HKIS will receive an exit survey via email to complete the withdrawal process. Any questions concerning re-enrollment or withdrawal should be addressed to the Office of Admissions.
Changes in address or telephone number should be updated online at https://powerschool.hkis.edu.hk/public, and communicated to the child's teacher as soon as possible.
Orientation and Hopes and Fears
At the very beginning of the school year, parents and children have an opportunity to meet the teachers and receive a brief orientation to the grade level program before school actually begins. Parents may use this time, called Hopes and Fears, to provide information about the child’s learning styles and preferences and any other information that may help the child’s adjustment. The specific time for your orientation/Hopes and Fears meeting will be sent to you before school starts.
