Discovery College

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  • Day School

  • 2006

  • $ 144K-191.3K

    • IB

School History & Details

The Discovery College (DC) was established in 2006 and is one of 21 schools run by the English Schools Foundation (ESF). To serve the needs of the local and expatriate communities in Hong Kong the DC was established by the English Schools Foundation. It is a full Years 1 to 13 school offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP) for Years 1-6, for Years 7-11 Middle Years Program (MYP), and for Years 12-13 Diploma Program (DP). As a Private Independent School, in its admission policy DC has no catchment area and from all over Hong Kong the students can apply to study. The school community enjoys exceptional facilities on its state-of-the-art campus. In addition to being an IB World School, DC is also fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Colleges and Schools (WASC) etc.

    School Values

  • Partnerships
  • Quality
  • Participation
  • International mindedness

    • The Discovery College's mission is to create a better world through education. The school's values include:-

    1. Partnerships: Working together to achieve goals.

    2. Quality: Valuing a reputation for high standards.

    3. Participation: Actively involving stakeholders.

    4. International mindedness: Embracing diversity.

School Achievements

Achievements

The Discovery College has had the following academic achievements:- 1. ICAS Medal: 15 students have won an ICAS Medal as the top student in a subject at their year level in Hong Kong. 2. InCAS assessment: 97.5% of Year 1 and 85% of Year 2 students exceeded the PIPs mean. 3. IB Diploma Visual Arts Showcase: Graduating visual arts students achieved the highest IB results across the DP subjects with an average of 6.5. DC also offers the following secondary awards:- 1. Academic Excellence. 2. Growth Awards. 3. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Community Engagement/CAS/Service Learning etc.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

The Discovery College celebrates a myriad of non-academic achievements, fostering well-rounded individuals. From award-winning sports teams to vibrant arts and community service initiatives, students excel beyond the classroom. The school's emphasis on holistic development empowers graduates to contribute meaningfully to society, creating a lasting impact. DC has several non-academic achievements, including:- 1. Sports: DC is accredited by the World Academy of Sports. DC also participates in the International Schools Sports Federation Hong Kong (ISSFHK). 2. Community engagement: DC awards students for their contributions to community engagement, service learning, and CAS. 3. Arts: DC awards students for their contributions to the arts. 4. Hosting: DC hosted the Asia-Pacific ATL Symposium. DC also has a budget surplus. In 2022, all 75 students in the graduating class earned their qualifications and were able to attend universities around the world, etc.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

The Discovery College boasts a diverse and accomplished alumni community. Graduates have excelled in various fields, from academia to arts, showcasing the school's commitment to holistic education. Their global perspectives and leadership skills reflect the college's emphasis on nurturing well-rounded individuals and making a positive impact worldwide. Some alumni of Discovery College include:- 1. Ashni Healey: IBDP graduate. 2. Amelia Klocek: IBDP graduate and law student at QMUL. 3. Matthew Ho: IBDP graduate, tutor, and graphic designer. Other alumni include:- Steven DINO, Sam Condon, Reyansh Budhdev, James Smith, and Anson Chai Chi Ming. Discovery College alumni can connect and the college through a Facebook group. Questions about the alumni program can be directed to "[email protected]" etc.

School Information

The Discovery College has a gross floor area of 24,500m², with a fully equipped indoor sports hall, a performing arts center, and plenty of high-quality educational facilities and amenities, includi...View moreView Less

English Schools Foundation (ESF).

Mr. James Smith.

Emma-Louise Cathrae (Head of Primary) & Mark POULSUM (Head of Secondary).

Link

+852 3969 1000

38 Siena Ave, Discovery Bay, Hong Kong

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Biology HL
  • Physics HL
  • Design Technology SL
  • Design Technology HL
  • Computer Science SL
  • Computer Science HL
  • History SL
  • Economics SL
  • Economics HL
  • Psychology SL
  • Psychology HL
  • Global Politics SL
  • Global Politics HL
  • English A: Literature HL
  • English A: Literature SL
  • English language and literature HL
  • English Language and Literature SL
  • Literature and Performance SL
  • Arabic B HL
  • Arabic B SL
  • Arabic ab initio SL
  • French B SL
  • French ab initio SL
  • Spanish ab initio SL
  • Business Management HL
  • Business Management SL
  • Environmental Systems and Societies SL
  • History – Africa and Middle East HL
  • History – United States of America HL
  • History – Asia and Oceania HL
  • History – Europe HL
  • IT GS HL
  • IT GS SL
  • Philosophy HL
  • Philosophy SL
  • Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
  • Social and Cultural Anthropology SL
  • World Religions SL
  • Biology SL
  • Chemistry HL
  • Chemistry SL
  • Physics SL
  • Environmental Systems and Societies HL
  • Sports Exercise and Health Science HL
  • Sports Exercise and Health Science SL
  • Analysis and Approaches HL
  • Analysis and Approaches SL
  • Applications and Interpretations HL
  • Applications and Interpretations SL
  • Music HL
  • Music SL
  • Visual Arts HL
  • Visual Arts SL

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