Our dynamic music, dance, drama and theatre tech programmes are designed to appeal to all ages and levels of experience.
Our performing arts programmes are led by a team of Hong Kong based and international practitioners who bring years of professional experience and energy to every session. In addition to these inspirational teachers and mentors, our students rehearse and perform in world class facilities that include a 350 seat professional grade theatre, 80 seat studio theatre, dance studios, music studios and noise-isolation practice spaces. Through the performing arts, HKA students develop confidence, resilience, flexibility, self-reflection and collaborative skills to take their talents to the next level.
MUSIC
Whether a budding musician or a seasoned performer, our vibrant music programme inspires passion in every participant. HKA students have access to instrumental lessons, songwriting tutorials, music production workshops and rock band, orchestra and choir ensembles through which all musical genres are celebrated. Our students perform in concerts, recitals and musical productions at HKA as well as at venues across Hong Kong and internationally.
THEATRE TECH
Sound, lights, stage design, filming and live-streaming are what put the finishing touches on an outstanding performance. Working with a director’s brief or exploring their reaction to an artistic stimulus, students learn to communicate emotion and symbolise concepts through the technical elements of theatre production, such as colour, shade, lines, makeup, set and costume design.
DRAMA
Poise, expression, communication and leadership are skills students nurture through the study of drama at HKA. Our annual school-wide productions and various After School Activities (ASAs) provide opportunities for our students to develop and hone their theatrical skills both on the stage and behind the scenes.
DANCE
From ballet to jazz, hip hop to contemporary, our after school dance programme builds skills and nurtures passion in children of all ages. Through dance, students develop body confidence, coordination and self expression.
HKA is proud to host the International Schools Theatre Association, ISTA Performing Arts Academy - the only one in the world!
The ISTA Academy brings together talented students from all over South East Asia and connects them with industry professionals via masterclasses, workshops and internships.
With over 40 years experience in collaborative theatre devising, the ISTA Academy offers an experience like no other for developing creative thinking, compassion and empathy.
"I have watched my 16 year old son transform into a confident young man who has learned to work creatively with others, command the stage and connect with an audience. These are invaluable skills that have benefited him already in his presentations and I have no doubt will be of enormous asset moving forward into the IBDP and beyond into whichever field he chooses to pursue."
"Pursuing your passion can give you the greatest happiness but as with any career that revolves around innovation or making your mark, young people need all the support they can get. At HKA I saw not only an abundance of musical talent but the support of an amazing community. "
John Altman, Composer
Mathea, HKA Alumni
"I’m grateful to have been given the opportunity to meet, learn from, and work with the most talented people, whether they were professional artists, teachers, or students. Thanks to them and their support, music became my way of speaking and a way to find my happy place: on stage, lost in the music, and just singing my heart out."
"Being part of the Theatre Tech Live-streaming team helped me to develop not only media production and storytelling skills but also allowed me to become a calm, critical and creative thinker."
Day 2: Half the class come in for 1 hour 30 minutes 8am – 9:30am with the other half from 10am – 11:30am. There will be an 8:00am and 11:30am bus available.
Day 3: Half the class come in for 1 hour 30 minutes 8am – 9:30am, with the other half from 10:30am – 12noon. There will be an 8:00am and 12:00pm bus available.
Day 4: All students in, 8am – 10:30am. Arrival and Dismissal bus available.
Day 5: All students in, 8:00 – 10:30am. Arrival and Dismissal bus available.
For children applying to Grade 2 and up, current grade level will also be a factor in grade placement decisions in addition to age.
Kindergarten
Day 1: First Day of School 8am – 12noon. Students will have scheduled group sessions of 30 minutes with the teachers and parents (3 students in a group). No bus available.
Day 2: Half the class in school morning and other half in an afternoon session without parents. 8am and 3pm bus available.
Day 3: All students attend half-day 8am – 12noon (including eating snack in the classroom). Arrival and Dismissal bus available.
Day 4: All students attend half-day 8am – 12noon (including lunch at school). Arrival and Dismissal bus available.
Day 5: All students attend half-day 8am – 12noon (including lunch at school). Arrival and Dismissal bus available.
Grade Level Equivalencies
For children applying to Grade 2 and up, current grade level will also be a factor in grade placement decisions in addition to age.
For other country grade level comparison inquiries please see here or contact our admissions team.
SCHOLARSHIP
ANNUAL FUND
Donations in support of ROAD
CAPITAL PROJECTS
LEARNER SUPPORT
CLUBS
Our Secondary School students have many opportunities to pursue their interests during lunchtime and after school clubs. Faculty and staff offer a variety of activities such as Math Competitions, Young Investors Club, and Student Media Team. Students can also join student-led groups and leadership teams that are supervised by faculty. These include Action for Refugees, Project Plastic, Sai Kung Stray Friends, ImpactHK, Dragonfly Council, Student Council and GCD Student Leadership Team.
ANNUAL FUND
The Annual Fund is a general fund that supports HKA’s operational budget. Unrestricted gifts to the Annual Fund help us realise additional innovative school projects not fully covered by tuition and the operational budget. Giving to the Annual Fund is a powerful way to support creative ideas and initiatives that bring HKA’s mission to life.
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LEARNER SUPPORT
HKA’s Learner Support programme caters to a wide range of students with diverse learning styles and needs. Inclusive education is at the heart of our mission, and HKA’s leadership in this area is known throughout the international school community.
15% of the student body is supported by this programme.
The Learner Support programme operates on an 80% recovery model. HKA is committed to subventing the remaining 20%.
HKA’s Learner Support programme is designed to ensure that all students can thrive in our rigorous learning environment. Inclusive education is at the heart of our mission, and HKA’s leadership in this area is known throughout the international school community. The Learner Support programme operates on an 80% recovery model. HKA is committed to subventing the remaining 20%.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes socio-economic inclusion. Families may apply for a range of means-tested scholarships. HKA also offers financial assistance to families experiencing short-term challenges.
HKA offers scholarships at the 30, 60 and 90 percent levels.
The school will offer as much scholarship support as funding allows.
CAPITAL PROJECTS
HKA seeks to stay ahead of the curve by investing in capital projects that enhance our capitivative learning environment. We strive to implement a new learning initiative capital project, community artefact, or renovated building infrastructure on an annual basis. These multi-phased, costly projects are not included in the annual operating budget. They are critical to the long-term viability and sustainability of the school.
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HKA is committed to diversity and inclusion, including socio-economic inclusion. Families may apply for a range of means-tested scholarships. HKA also offers financial assistance to families experiencing short-term challenges.
HKA offers scholarships at the 30, 60 and 90% levels.
The school offers as much scholarship support as funding allows.
How to Get Here
The following information will assist you in arriving at our campus. If you have any issues while travelling, feel free to call our Main Office on 2655 1111 for more advice.
“Sai Kung Rocket”: Mong Kok <-> Sai Kung ‘red-top’ from Dundas Street
MTR & Taxi
The nearest MTR stations are Wu Kai Sha, Choi Hung or Hang Hau and all are approximately 20/25min away by taxi. Click here for an image to show the taxi driver with the school address in English & Chinese (香港新界西貢惠民路33號).
Private Car
There is no parking on campus but there are 2 public car parks, one opposite and one behind the campus.
