Curriculum

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong highlights Outstanding Opportunities as a core value within Guiding Statements that also describe an ‘holistic approach, rooted in a broad and deep curriculum’ that is ‘inspired by the very best of British education’. Similarly committed to Reflection and Renewal, we remain proudly dedicated to the continual refinement of an ambitious and aspirational programme of study.

Our Curriculum

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong operates two distinct yet complementary educational options for children aged between 3 and 13*: the British International Pathway (BIP) and the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway (HQP). Most notably distinguished by the elected language of instruction, both programmes of study are founded upon the strength and rigour of the Early Years and Foundation Stage framework and the English National Curriculum.

_{*Years 7 and 8 starting 2026 subject to EDB approval}

Guiding Principles

Designed to support the development of a strong foundation of knowledge and understanding, the programme of study offered at Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong is closely aligned with the English National Curriculum. Objectives for learning are mapped into three distinct Key Stages, to ensure that students are suitably challenged and attain highly. Six guiding principles underpin provision.

A Shrewsbury education is:

Broad

We offer a wide range of subjects and experiences so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of our complex and interconnected world.

Balanced

We maintain proportional study of subjects so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of the power of knowledge and skills.  

Inclusive

We ensure varied representation so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of difference, diversity and the lives and experiences of others.

Creative

We encourage original and imaginative response so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of innovation and complexity.

Challenging

We provide appropriate stimulus so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of rigorous thinking, high attainment and bold aspiration.

Engaging

We capture the attention and focus of students so as to develop an understanding and appreciation of the benefits of intrinsic inspiration.

Thematic Learning

In order to encourage interconnected thinking, the curriculum at Shrewsbury has been arranged thematically. This means that learning in English, Mathematics, Science, Chinese, Physical Education, Music, Humanities, Computing, Drama, Art, Design and Citizenship is often interwoven within units of study lasting approximately six weeks. Themes have been selected to ensure that our talented, multilingual student body learn immersively and at depth.

The majority of lessons taught to students in Key Stage 1 are delivered by an assigned Class Teacher who plans carefully to maximise potential and secure continuous progress for every child.