Tuition and Fees
Canadian International School of Hong Kong is a not-for-profit school and its operating costs are met from school fees. Please read this section carefully as it details the fees charged in applying for a place at Canadian International School of Hong Kong and subsequent entry to the appropriate grade level including the following: application and assessment fees, school fees and debentures. Fees are reviewed annually and set by the school's Board of Governors in late spring for the following year.
Application & Assessment Fees
Application Fee (For online application processing, review and screening of application information and documents) | $2,350 |
Application Fee (Discounted) (For applicants who were on the waiting list the year prior to the year of entry) | $1,100 |
Assessment Fee (In-house assessment materials based on the entry level. One-on-one or group admissions assessment and/or Zoom interview) | $1,650 |
NOTE: All the above fees are in Hong Kong Dollars (HK$), they are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Payment for application and assessment fees should be made by credit card via the online application system.
SCHOOL FEES
2023/24 School Year (HK$)
Annual Tuition Fees
Grade | Tuition Fee |
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Early Years 1 (half day) / Early Years 2 (half day) |
$128,200 (International Track) |
Early Years 2 (full day) | $184,300 (Bilingual Track) |
Preparatory | $174,000 (International Track) $191,400 (Bilingual Track) |
Grade 1 to Grade 3 | $174,000 |
Grade 4 to Grade 5 | $175,700 |
Grade 6 | $185,000 |
Grade 7 to Grade 8 | $196,500 |
Grade 9 to Grade 10 | $215,700 |
Grade 11 to Grade 12^ | $227,100 |
^Students enrolled in the school on or before January 31, 2011 will be given a $7,000 annual credit to pay against Upper School tuition fees. This credit will be applied each year during the duration of the enrollment of the student in the Upper School, provided the student has continuously attended the school since January 31, 2011.
The tuition fee for Grade 4 and above includes the technology fee ($1,500), the IBDP examination fee ($6,000), and IBDP text book fee in Grades 11-12 ($2,000). Annual tuition fees are invoiced in two instalments. Full amounts of the annual capital levy (if applicable) and the entry fee (for new students) amounting to $12,500 are invoiced together with the first term tuition fee.
Please email our Finance Department if you have any questions.
Entry Fee
The entry fee of $12,500 is a ‘one time only’ fee for new students, is non-refundable and non-prorated. For students who leave the school and return within a two-year period, the entry fee will be waived.
Annual Capital Levy
Students admitted to CDNIS must either pay an annual capital levy or be covered by a debenture. The annual capital levy is a non-refundable fee of $38,000. The capital levy is used to meet the capital needs of the school such as the costs for the maintenance and development of the campus facilities, infrastructure and major equipment. Please note that the annual capital levy may be reviewed and adjusted from time to time.
Reservation Deposit
A reservation deposit of $80,000 is required for students enrolling in the school for the academic year 2023/2024. In order to secure a place, registration will only be completed after the school has received the reservation deposit and all outstanding tuition fees and other fees are settled.
Other Costs
Other education related costs on top of tuition may include but are not limited to: compulsory school uniforms, certain field trips and student activities for non-curricular programmes, cultural education programmes (Grade 3-5) and Experience Week programmes (Grade 6-12), milestone celebrations (Grade 8, Grade 12, etc), lunches (optional), school bus (optional), some educational resources and materials and the 1:1 iPad and laptop purchase programme for Grade 1 to 3 and Grade 4 to 12 students, respectively.
Note
- All fees are non-transferable.
- The school will not reserve a seat for a student if all the relevant fees have not been paid in full before the payment deadline. Students will not be allowed to attend classes if annual tuition fee, annual capital levy and entry fee are not paid.
- Parents are fully responsible for the payment of all fees, regardless of whether the fees are paid by their employers or other third parties.
- The school reserves the right to revise the above fees and policies at any time at its sole discretion.
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When a student joins the school at a time other than the beginning of a school term, the annual capital levy (if applicable) and entry fee will be payable in full, and tuition fees will be charged on a pro-rata basis (based on a 10-month school year) according to the following arrangement:
- Student joining between 1st and 15th day of a month: full month’s tuition fee will be charged
- Student joining between 16th and last day of a month: half a month’s tuition fee will be charged
Debentures
Students admitted to CDNIS must either pay an annual capital levy or be covered by a debenture. The capital levy is used to meet the capital needs of the school such as the costs for the maintenance and development of the campus facilities, infrastructure and major equipment.
Highlights of the CDNIS Debenture Programme
- Applicants who hold a CDNIS debenture or who have applied for a debenture will be given priority upon meeting the admission assessment requirements.
- If your child has applied for our Early Years 1, Early Years 2, or Preparatory programme, CDNIS will guarantee the nominated child will be given an admission interview/assessment.
- The debenture holder will be exempted from paying the annual capital levy, which is payable by non-debenture holders.
- A debenture or application for a debenture does not guarantee the placement of an applicant. All candidates must be assessed and must meet the school's entry criteria.
- For more information about debentures, please contact the Debenture Programme Manager.
Payment Deadlines
Applicants/Incoming students
Payment deadline | |
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Application Fee | Upon the online submission |
Assessment Fee | As indicated in notice |
Reservation Deposit | Per acceptance letter |
Tuition Fee*, Annual Capital Levy and Entry Fee | As stated in the invoice |
*When a student joins the school at a time other than the beginning of a school term, the annual capital levy (if applicable) and entry fee will be payable in full, and tuition fees will be charged on a pro-rata basis (based on a 10-month school year) according to the following arrangement:
- Student joining between 1st and 15th day of a month: Full month’s tuition fee will be charged
- Student joining between 16th and last day of a month: Half a month’s tuition fee will be charged
Current Students
Refunds
- The reservation deposit for new students is non-refundable.
- The reservation deposit for returning students is refundable in full only if written notice is received on or before a date to be announced in February/March preceding a school year.
- Tuition fee is refundable on a pro-rata basis (based on a 10-month school year) only if the school receives three full months’ written notice of withdrawal. In the event that formal notice is not received in the manner prescribed, three months' tuition fee is payable in lieu of notice.
- All other fees are non-refundable.
Payment Methods
Applicants/Incoming Students
Fees/capital levy must be settled in Hong Kong Dollars. The school does not accept cash, PayMe, cheque or cash cheque payments.
Application Fee & Assessment Fee | Payments must be made by credit card (Visa or Mastercard only) through our online application process. |
Reservation Deposit, Entry Fee & Other Fees | Payments are to be made by bank transfer (see details below). You must email an image of the transfer slip to Admissions Payment Proof. Please quote your child’s full name as payment reference in the email. |
For Bank Transfer
Beneficiary Bank | The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
Account Name | Canadian International School of Hong Kong Limited |
Bank Code | 004 |
Account Number | 499-106128-001 |
SWIFT Code | HSBCHKHHHKH |
Bank Address | HSBC Main Building, No.1 Queen's Road Central, Hong Kong |
Current Students
Fees/capital levy must be settled in Hong Kong Dollars. The school does not accept cash, PayMe, cheque or cash cheque payments.
Please ensure your child’s 6-digit student ID number (as shown on your child’s report card and previous account statements sent via email) is referenced on your remittance so that our Finance Department can credit your child’s account accordingly. Payments can be made via the following channels:
Credit Card and E-Banking Bill Payment |
Credit card payments are accepted via your Hong Kong personal online banking platform (see details below). |
PPS | PPS payments can be made via phone or online (CDNIS Merchant No. is 9471). When using PPS, please select 01 as bill type and use your child’s 6-digit student ID number as bill payee account number for payments. |
Direct Debit | For those students with direct debit already set up, the school will arrange auto-debit payments around 1 week before the payment deadline and will inform the parents in advance. Please ensure the direct debit limit can cover the payment amount and there are sufficient funds in your bank account. |
Overseas Bank Transfer |
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For E-banking Bill Payment:
Select "Bill Payment" | |
Category | Primary or Secondary Education |
Merchant | Canadian International School of Hong Kong |
Bill Type | 01 |
Bill Payee Account No. | 6-digit student ID number |
Select payment using your Visa or Mastercard credit card account or saving accounts.
For Overseas Bank Transfer:
Beneficiary Bank | The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
Account Name | Canadian International School of Hong Kong Limited |
Bank Code | 004 |
Account Number | 499-106128-001 |
SWIFT Code | HSBCHKHHHKH |
Bank Address | HSBC Main Building, No.1 Queen's Road Central, Hong Kong |
FAQ
APPLICANTS/INCOMING STUDENTS
Payment
What are the payment methods?
Application & Assessment Fee
Payments must be made by credit card (Visa or Mastercard only) through our online application system.
All other fees (Reservation Deposit, Entry Fee and Other Fees)
Payments are to be made by bank transfer. You must email an image of the transfer slip to Admission Payment Proof. Please quote your child’s full name as payment reference in the email.
Beneficiary Bank | The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
Account Name | Canadian International School of Hong Kong Limited |
Bank Code | 004 |
Account Number | 499-106128-001 |
SWIFT Code | HSBCHKHHHKH |
Bank Address | HSBC Main Building, No.1 Queen's Road Central, Hong Kong |
What should I do if I miss the payment deadline?
Please contact our Admissions Department.
School Fees
Is a Debenture required for entry?
Students admitted to CDNIS must either pay an annual capital levy or be covered by a debenture. The annual capital levy is non-refundable. Canadian International School of Hong Kong is a not-for-profit private school. The capital levy is used to meet the capital needs of the school such as the costs for the maintenance and development of the campus facilities, infrastructure and major equipment. Please note that the annual capital levy may be reviewed and adjusted from time to time. For more information about debentures, please contact the Debenture Programme Manager.
What is the Annual Capital Levy?
Students admitted to CDNIS must either pay an annual capital levy or be covered by a debenture. The annual capital levy is non-refundable. The capital levy is used to meet the capital needs of the school such as the costs for the maintenance and development of the campus facilities, infrastructure and major equipment. Please note that the annual capital levy may be reviewed and adjusted from time to time.
Scholarships
Does CDNIS offer any scholarships?
CDNIS is committed to encouraging and rewarding excellence of our newly admitted Upper School students. Scholarships are awarded annually to deserving new Upper School students who have shown a consistent track record of high performance and achievement in their previous school(s). You may find more details on the Scholarships page.
Current Students
Payment
- I received an email reminding me to pay my child's school fees, but I already paid the fees.
- When does the school send out the tuition fee invoices?
- When will I know my payment was successful?
- Can I pay by credit card?
- May I settle my child's school fees by cheque?
I received an email reminding me to pay my child's school fees, but I already paid the fees.
Please email an image of the transfer slip to the Finance Department.
Please ensure your child’s 6-digit student ID number (as shown on your child’s report card and previous account statements sent via email) is referenced on your remittance so that our Finance Department can quickly locate the payment and credit your child’s account accordingly.
When does the school send out the tuition fee invoices?
When will I know my payment was successful?
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes. Credit card payments are accepted via E-Banking Bill Payment. You can settle via your Hong Kong personal online banking platform.
For E-banking Bill Payment:
Select "Bill Payment" | |
Category | Primary or Secondary Education |
Merchant | Canadian International School of Hong Kong |
Bill Type | 01 |
Bill Payee Account No. | 6-digit student ID number |
Select payment using your Visa or Mastercard credit card account or saving accounts.
May I settle my child's school fees by cheque?
No, our school does not accept cheques. Instead, you may deposit the cheque directly into the school’s bank account through any HSBC branch or HSBC cheque depositing machine.
Please email an image of the transfer slip to the Finance Department.
Please ensure your child’s 6-digit student ID number (as shown on your child’s report card and previous account statements sent via email) is referenced on your remittance so that our Finance Department can credit your child’s account accordingly.