An International Baccalaureate (IB) school in Hong Kong is a school that has been authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to deliver one or more of its globally recognized academic programmes. Hong Kong has one of the highest concentrations of IB schools in Asia because of its international population, English medium education environment, and long history as a global financial center.

These schools often serve both expatriate  hong kong ib school  families and local students seeking an internationally transferable curriculum. Most IB schools in Hong Kong are private or international in nature, although a few local schools have adopted IB tracks.

There are three main IB programmes that Hong Kong schools commonly offer: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). A smaller number also offer the Career-related Programme. The IB Diploma Programme is particularly valued because it is widely accepted by universities worldwide, including in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and Hong Kong’s own universities.

Students in IB schools are not only exposed to academic content but are trained in research, writing, critical thinking, global citizenship, and interdisciplinary inquiry. The approach emphasizes concepts, not rote memorization, and encourages independent learning through extended essays, internal assessments, and service projects.

In Hong Kong, IB schools typically teach in English, though Mandarin and Cantonese may be offered as additional languages. Class sizes tend to be smaller than in public schools, and facilities are often modern, reflecting the tuition-supported model. Fees are high relative to local schools, and admissions can be competitive.