Are you looking for an IB school in Hong Kong? Here, we find out more about the American School Hong Kong (ASHK), which is marking the start of its tenth anniversary year. Also, read on for details of its upcoming anniversary Open Day on 1 November!
About the school
ASHK offers a well-rounded education for ages five to 18, with the aim of encouraging students to develop as scholars and critical thinkers through high academic standards, holistic learning approaches and encouraging safe learning communities.
There have been some significant landmarks over the ten years. None more so than the school’s first Grade 12 cohort graduating from the school in 2023. More recently, ASHK students have been selected to travel to different parts of the world – including Germany, the Netherlands and South Korea – to perform at renowned festivals, including those hosted by the Association of Music in International Schools (AMIS).
Here are a few other things to know about this IB school in Hong Kong:
- ASHK is a part of the Esol Education group, which has nearly 50 years of expertise in operating international schools. It serves over 10,000 students, with affiliate schools in the Middle East, including in Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Nicosia and Aley.
- As an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) school, ASHK offers students the opportunity to pursue the IBDP in Grades 11 and 12.
- The school is additionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges (MSA). This means that, upon fulfilling requirements, students can obtain the equivalent of an American Secondary School Diploma.
The Class of 2025
The most recent cohort at ASHK was the school’s third graduating class. And they came away with some impressive results! The IBDP average score was 34.3, with a top score of 37, and 62 percent of students scoring at least one 6 or above in one of their IBDP subjects. Looking beyond high school, the Class of 2025 also received more than 60 university acceptances, with 42 percent receiving unconditional offers to various universities globally, including Juilliard, the University of Hong Kong and University College London (UCL).
A word from recent graduates of this IB school in Hong Kong
“Our school culture is very close-knit and friendly. What I appreciate most about our school is how small the community is; everyone feels comfortable talking with everyone else.” – Apple
“My favourite memory of ASHK was our trip to Düsseldorf in Germany as part of the AMIS International Jazz festival. That was a really great experience for me. It was so special to be there with peers and be in a big band at the festival.” – Matthew
“The school culture is very inclusive – there is a great connection between students and teachers. This allows me to build relationships that have been consistent and given me support throughout my studies at ASHK. ” – Jeremy
Coming Up! – find out more about ASHK in person
Join the school’s upcoming 10th-anniversary Open Day on 1 November, from 10am to 2pm, so you can experience the community and welcoming learning environment for yourself.  Meet the faculty, learn more about the KG-12 American and IBDP curriculum, and enjoy a fun-filled day at the campus in Tai Po. Attendees are eligible for an Application Fee waiver for mid-year 2025/26 entry or an August 2026 start date (for applications submitted by 17 November 2025).
Here here to register for the event.
American School Hong Kong is at 6 Ma Chung Road, Tai Po, New Territories.
3919 4100 | ashk.edu.hk
This article on an IB school in Hong Kong first appeared in the Autumn 2025 issue of Expat Living magazine. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
