We accept rolling applications, parents can apply anytime for current or future years of entry. For future year of entry, applicants will be contacted for assessment in the fall prior to the academic year they have applied for.

What is the Assessment Procedure?

We conduct a face-to-face assessment in English in order to ensure that your child will be successful when enrolled at Stamford. Our assessments focus on speaking, listening and reading and are considered in conjunction with previous school reports and a teacher recommendation by our review committee. The assessment is designed to be as relaxed as possible and offers an opportunity for us to meet your child, get to know him/her better as well as answer any questions he/she may have about life as a Stamford student.

What Curriculum Does Stamford Follow?

Stamford uses an American standards-based curriculum, based on the rigorous and proven American Education Reaches Out (AERO) and Common Core Plus standards. Students can also pursue the IB Diploma Programme.

How Does the Bilingual Program Work? What Are The Benefits?

The bilingual program aims for students to be able to read, write, and communicate orally in both Mandarin and English. Students learn both languages through their core subjects which include STEMinn and other inquiry focused levels. This program is for parents who want their children to achieve their highest possible fluency in both languages.

What Grade Does the IB Diploma Start?

Students can choose to participate in the IB Diploma Programme which begins from Grade 11 until graduation in Grade 12. Students not in the IB Diploma program will continue to study the rigorous Stamford curriculum.

High School (Grades 9-12) | Stamford American School HK

High School Grade 9 - 12

IB World School

Stamford American School Hong Kong is through-train IB World School that offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). All graduates will receive the Stamford American US High School Diploma accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), which provides your child a passport to universities globally. Children can also pursue the full IBDP or select curated IB courses to broaden their horizons as over 5,000 universities accept the IBDP in 100 countries.

A Stamford High School education provides:

25+ high school course options
Three graduation pathways/diploma options
Cornerstones Program – Four real-life, hands-on projects with industry mentors
Culminating Grade 10 Sophomore Project
In-demand skills from Stamford’s integrated STEMinn program
Bilingual IBDP option
Personalized University Counseling services
Complete service-learning student portfolio

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American Standards: Building A Strong Academic Foundation for Global College Destinations

The foundation of the Stamford curriculum is the proven American Education Reaches Out and Common Core Plus standards. The adoption of grade-level standards ensures that students have the skills and concepts in each subject to be ready for success in the next grade. Ultimately students are prepared for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or diploma pathway of choice. A particular focus on math, literacy, and sciences helps set this curriculum apart from other through-train IB schools.

At Stamford, students learn through an engaging inquiry-based approach that promotes hands-on learning and the application of knowledge across multiple subjects. Using the curriculum standards as a framework allows teachers to accelerate and personalize instruction to maximize student growth. Ongoing assessments throughout the year ensure students stay on track for successful graduation.

In-Demand Skills

Success today is not measured by grades alone; students must possess the life skills nurtured by an IB education, such as solid communication skills, risk-taking, and daring to ask bold questions. Stamford is the only school to offer an integrated STEMinn program (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Innovation) and Cornerstones (hands-on experience with industry expert mentors). Stamford graduates have an advantage over their peers as these programs allow them to build a portfolio of innovative projects while developing the top globally in-demand skills.

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