Who We Are
Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong (WASHK), a sister school of the UK’s renowned Wycombe Abbey, is a leading British international school for students aged 5 to 18 (Year 1 to Year 13). Established in 2019, the school combines Wycombe Abbey’s 130 years of British academic excellence with innovative learning.
WASHK is committed to strengthening core disciplines, including STEM subjects, English, and Mandarin proficiency, while fostering future-ready skills through dynamic modules in entrepreneurship, leadership, and digital literacy.
The school prides itself on cultivating self-motivated learners driven by intellectual curiosity and intrinsic passion, empowering them to excel academically and develop as future-ready leaders.
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Headmaster’s Welcome
“Welcome to Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong. Building on the traditions of Wycombe Abbey, the UK’s top performing boarding school, we offer a rigorous academic environment alongside a focus on personal development, giving our students a competitive academic edge as well as equipping them with the core skills needed for success at the world’s top universities.
We follow the British national curriculum, including IGCSEs and A-Levels, building a strong foundation in STEM, English, and Mandarin while going beyond traditional academics. Our future-focused approach, seamlessly integrating entrepreneurship, leadership, and our award-winning iSTEAM programme, helps our students develop critical thinking, creativity, adaptability, and real-world problem-solving skills, preparing them to thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.
Our school campuses are intentionally smaller than most international schools in Hong Kong and further afield, creating an environment where students are known as individuals and parents are valued members of the school community.
Our small class sizes, dedicated teaching staff and cutting edge digital technologies increase teacher-student interactions, creating opportunities for personalised academic feedback and support and ensuring that all students make the very best academic and personal progress.
At Wycombe Abbey Hong Kong, our students develop independence and self-motivation, ready to succeed in their next stage of education – whether at a top boarding school or university – as well as the confidence and resilience required to be tomorrow’s leaders.”
— Rob Fox, Headmaster
A Brief History
Founded in 2019, Wycombe Abbey Hong Kong is part of Wycombe Abbey International, a global family of schools established in 2015. This network extends the prestigious legacy of Wycombe Abbey in the United Kingdom, a world-leading boarding school with a rich history dating back to 1896.
Wycombe Abbey UK has long been celebrated for its academic excellence, consistently placing a remarkable number of students – roughly one-third annually – at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, with many others gaining admission to elite universities worldwide.
Since its inception, Wycombe Abbey Hong Kong has embodied the academic rigour and innovative spirit of its UK sister school. Having quickly established itself as a leading school in the region, it provides families with an exceptional British-style education, preparing graduates to attend top UK schools such as Wycombe Abbey UK, Eton College, and Cheltenham Ladies’ College.
Building on this success, Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong will further expand its impact with the launch of its own senior school in August 2025 (pending EDB registration).
“It is wonderful to see that the team are fulfilling Wycombe Abbey’s aim to provide an outstanding holistic education to each child at Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong.”
Mrs Jo Duncan
Headmistress at Wycombe Abbey School UK
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
At Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong, we empower self-driven scholars to become future leaders by blending the academic excellence of our British heritage, dedicated attention to each student, and pioneering innovation.
Our Vision
We don’t just prepare students for success—we aim to equip them to shape industries, lead communities, and tackle global challenges.
Our students graduate with intellectual curiosity and a passion for lifelong learning, adaptive thinking to thrive in a rapidly evolving world, unshakable confidence to excel at top global universities and in their careers, and leadership to drive meaningful change.
Values & Ethos
Our Values
Our values are the principles that guide the way we interact within our communities and are shared amongst all Wycombe Abbey schools. They are:
Trust
We foster strong relationships built on trust through good communication, willingness to listen and honesty.
Encouragement
We promote a positive atmosphere where all members of the community are supported to develop and fulfil their potential.
Mutual Respect
We seek to understand and embrace differences in people, ideas and experiences with tolerance and understanding.
Dynamism
We are a forward-thinking school that nurtures the leaders of tomorrow for a global workplace.
Excellence
We believe in the importance of striving to be exceptional in whatever we do by setting ambitious goals and taking ownership of our decisions and actions.
Balance
We understand the importance of supporting staff and pupils to thrive by maintaining a healthy mind and body.
Innovation
We are excited about creating the future through being open-minded, curious and embracing change.
Service
We recognise the great rewards that individuals reap from helping, supporting and giving to others, both within the school community and beyond it.
Our Ethos
Rooted in Wycombe Abbey UK’s distinguished heritage, we foster academic excellence and character in a supportive, close-knit community. Small class sizes and personalised learning ensure every student thrives, supported by experienced, UK and internationally-trained educators who inspire and challenge.
Our holistic approach balances tradition with innovation, cultivating curiosity and resilience, compassionate global citizenship, and future-ready leadership.
Through diverse co-curricular programmes and outstanding pastoral care, we prepare students to excel at top universities and make a lasting impact—with confidence, integrity, and a spirit of innovation.
Pastoral Care, Community, and Safeguarding
Pastoral Care
Creating a supportive environment is at the heart of our approach, ensuring every student feels valued, understood, and encouraged. Small class sizes ensure students build strong relationships with peers and teachers, fostering a close-knit community where they can thrive.
Dedicated form tutors provide individualised guidance, helping students develop socially, emotionally, and academically while building confidence, resilience, and independence. This holistic support system ensures that each student receives the care and mentorship needed to flourish both inside and outside the classroom.
Community
We cultivate a strong sense of community by hosting enriching events that bring parents and students together beyond the classroom.
From interactive wellbeing evenings featuring expert-led discussions on topics like digital wellness and student resilience to engaging weekend activities, we create meaningful opportunities for families to connect.
These initiatives foster lasting relationships, enhance student development, and strengthen our community.
Safeguarding
We prioritise student safety with the highest standards of safeguarding, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for all. A dedicated Senior Leadership Team member oversees comprehensive policies and procedures designed to protect student welfare at every level. Our safeguarding framework is continuously reviewed and strengthened, integrating best practices to uphold a culture of care and vigilance.
In addition, our rigorous staff recruitment and training process ensures that every member of our team is fully equipped to maintain a safe school community.
School Leadership
Our leadership team comprises highly qualified, exceptionally experienced, and deeply passionate professionals committed to driving innovation and empowering growth.
Our Staff
Our teaching staff consists of outstanding educators, all highly qualified with UK training and/or extensive international experience. They are dedicated to delivering the British curriculum with excellence, combining proven expertise with innovative teaching approaches to inspire and challenge every student.
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Our leadership team works in close partnership with the Board of Directors and Wycombe Abbey International to ensure rigorous oversight of educational quality and student outcomes. We recognise the growing demand in the Hong Kong region for top-tier British education infused with future-ready innovation—a vision we are steadfastly committed to delivering for our community.
