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Top Nursery, Preschools, And Kindergartens In Hong Kong 2025

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Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

Here is your ultimate guide to the top pre-schools, kindergartens, and nurseries in Hong Kong. We understand that finding the right educational institution for your child is a crucial decision, and that’s why we have gone the extra mile to bring you the most reliable information available – insights from other parents! By compiling their feedback, we have created a comprehensive list of preschools and kindergartens spanning from Central to Kowloon, encompassing various educational approaches such as IMS, Montessori, and ESF. Whether you’re looking for the best preschools in Hong Kong, a list of kindergartens, affordable options, or even plant nurseries, we’ve got you covered. We also provide details on dedicated teachers, fees, rankings for pre-nurseries in Hong Kong, and the appropriate age for pre-nursery enrollment. Little Steps is here to assist you in making informed decisions for your child’s early education journey in Hong Kong.

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  • Guidepost Montessori Hong Kong

    GUIDEPOST HONG KONG: 13 Locations In Hong Kong

    Montessori Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Experience the exceptional educational journey with Guidepost Hong Kong, a renowned school network now with 13 convenient locations (after integrating with Woodland Pre-Schools) throughout the city and a global presence of over 100 schools worldwide. Joining the Guidepost community ensures a seamless transition for your family, from pre-nursery to kindergarten, primary, and beyond, wherever your educational path leads.

    Guidepost Hong Kong proudly presents the Montessori Together program, catering to children aged 6 to 24 months, fostering a nurturing environment for their holistic development. Divided into Crawlers (6 -12 months) and Walkers (12 -24 months), this program stimulates independence and problem-solving skills. Book a trial here.

    With programs for children ages 6 months to 12 years, Guidepost Hong Kong offers the perfect foundation for your child's educational journey. Book a tour here.

    Guidepost Hong Kong, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Causeway Bay, Discovery Bay, Happy Valley, Kennedy Town, Mid-Levels, Pok Fu Lam, Repulse Bay and Sai Kung, +852 9126 6211, admissions@guidepost.hk, guidepost.hk

  • Acorn Playhouse Hong Kong

    ACORN PLAYHOUSE: Wong Chuk Hang

    Top Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Welcome to Acorn Playhouse, a dynamic oasis thoughtfully designed by parents to supercharge modern families. This isn't just another play space; it's a vibrant hub fostering a supportive community where lifelong learning dances hand-in-hand with character development for every family member. The play-based curriculum, tailored for ages 6-24 months, sparks kindergarten readiness by nurturing independence. Small, confidence-building classes ensure your child's seamless transition to kindergarten, while parents can embrace productivity in their cozy cafe and co-working space. Discover an array of enriching programs, including the "Acorn Junior Chef" cooking course for ages 2-6 years, igniting creativity and holistic growth through joyful, engaging activities. Learn more at Acorn Playhouse or connect at +852 3611 6766 or AcornWCH@mightyoaks.edu.hk.

    Acorn Playhouse, 3/F, Marina 8, Yip Fat Street, Wong Chuk Hang, +852 3611 6766, AcornWCH@mightyoaks.edu.hk, https://www.mightyoaks.edu.hk/wong-chuk-hang-campus

  • Mulberry House Preschool Hong Kong

    MULBERRY HOUSE INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN: Tai Po & Abderdeen

    International Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Mulberry House International Kindergarten (MHKG) has a bilingual immersion international kindergarten at the Mayfair By the Sea in Providence Bay, Tai Po as well as in Aberdeen. Mulberry House International Kindergarten offers an inquiry-based bilingual curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, underpinned by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for children aged 0 - 6 years old. They also offer an array of great extra-curricular activities (ECAs) such as activities for under 3s as well as STEM, Music, Arts, Sports, Literacy, and an exciting Forest School Program. Book a trial class and inquire about admissions at Hong Kong's unique bilingual inquiry-based immersive education!

    Mulberry House International Kindergarten, Admissions@MulberryHouseKG.commulberryhousekg.com

    • LG/F Kindergarten, Mayfair By The Sea I, 23 Fo Chun Road, Tai Po, Hong Kong, +852 5598 0909
    • G/F, Ocean Court, 3 Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen
  • Highgate House School

    HIGHGATE HOUSE SCHOOL: The Peak

    Steiner Waldorf Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Situated on the Peak with panoramic views of the mountains and sea, Highgate House School offers a tranquil retreat from the city bustle while ensuring easy and safe access. The school's exceptionally spacious classrooms enable children to move freely during their activities.

    The environment features a distinctive 3000 sq ft garden area with a specially designed space including a sandpit, water play, wooden climbing equipment, gardening, and a rabbit area, facilitating daily outdoor activities. Gardening is introduced early on, involving children in growing produce for soups or seasonal dishes. Equipped with all-weather clothing and footwear, students embrace the natural elements throughout the seasons.

    The curriculum at Highgate House School is designed to respect the essential nature of childhood, allowing children to develop their strengths in an environment carefully tailored to their needs. Emphasizing a home-like atmosphere in the early years, the school encourages learning through movement, exploration, and hands-on activities, laying strong foundations for academics and intellect. Established in 1992 in Repulse Bay as a family-run organization for the founders' own children, Highgate House School continues to uphold its family-oriented ethos.

    Highgate House - The Peak, Highgate House School, 100 Peak Road, The Peak, Hong Kong, +852 2849 6336,  info@highgatehouse.edu.hkhighgatehouse.edu.hk

  • Stamford American School Primary

    STAMFORD AMERICAN SCHOOL HONG KONG: Pre-Primary Through School In Ho Man Tin

    International Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Stamford American School Hong Kong offers world-class international education. They provide individualized learning for every child, based on an inquiry-driven education for children aged 5 to 18 years. The elementary years at Stamford (Pre-primary to Grade 5) build a strong foundation of skills and academics through the IB Learner Profile and American standards-based curriculum.

    Stamford American School Hong Kong,  25 Man Fuk Road, Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong, +852 2500 8688, admissions@sais.edu.hk, https://www.sais.edu.hk

     

  • Wilderness International Kindergarten Hong Kong

    WILDERNESS INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN: Kennedy Town

    Top Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Dedicated to creating an outstanding and secure learning environment, Wilderness International Kindergarten is committed to nurturing every aspect of your child's growth—intellectual, social, emotional, and physical—through play-based learning. The daily exploration of nature, combined with a mix of structured learning, inquiry-based discovery, and enriching play in their nature garden and designer classrooms, establishes a foundation for child-led learning. These experiences are thoughtfully planned and facilitated by their passionate and highly skilled educators, ensuring a secure and nurturing environment for your child's development.

    With expertise that fosters a holistic learning curriculum, their educators are committed to an emergent curriculum, reflecting the best practices in Early Childhood Education. This approach allows each program to be carefully curated and differentiated, supporting each student's individual pace of development. At Wilderness, they celebrate the unique differences of each child, emphasizing the importance of following their specific interests and nurturing their natural curiosity through their Reggio-Inspired approach. Join them on an empowering educational adventure at Wilderness International Kindergarten, where they shape the future of your child.

    Wilderness International Kindergarten, 85 Smithfield Road, Kennedy Town, +852 2595 9066, admissions@wilderness.asia, www.wilderness.asia

  • Yew Chung International Preschool HK

    YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Kowloon Tong

    Bilingual Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Yew Chung International School (YCIS) combines the best of both Eastern and Western cultures by promoting proficiency in the two major world languages, Chinese and English. YCIS nurtures its students to be outstanding leaders, and caring global citizens in a bilingual learning environment. Operating in Hong Kong for over 90 years and initially specializing in early childhood education, YCIS now provides education from early childhood through primary and secondary, culminating in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

    Yew Chung International School, 3 To Fuk Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong,+852 23387106, admissions@ycif.comwww.ycis-hk.com/

  • Woodland Pre-schools Hong Kong

    WOODLAND PRE-SCHOOLS: Multiple Locations In Hong Kong

    Early Year Foundation + Montessori Approach Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    For over 40 years, Woodland Pre-Schools have been creating memories for children 6 months to 6 years old. With 5 centrally located campuses all over Hong Kong, they prepare children for a successful transition into primary school by building the foundations of independent learning step by step. All campuses follow the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum with 2 using the Montessori approach.  What's more? Parents can select from English, bilingual or Pure Mandarin options too.

    Woodland Pre-schools, 5 locations in Hong Kong, +852 2559 4855, www.woodlandschools.com.  Check out the Little Steps video tour of Woodland Pre-schools here!

  • ESF Kindergartens Hong Kong

    ESF KINDERGARTENS: 5 Locations In Hong Kong

    ESF International Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    The five ESF International Kindergartens - Abacus, Hillside, Tsing Yi, Tung Chung and Wu Kai Sha - offer an English medium education for children aged 3 to 5 years. All five kindergartens cater for K1 and K2 children aged 3 to 5 years who attend for three hours a day, for either a morning or an afternoon session. The kindergartens offer safe and spacious learning environments which are designed specially to meet the needs of young learners. Students that attend an ESF International Kindergarten for two terms before the primary school interview will receive priority for an interview at ESF Primary Schools.

    ESF Kindergarten, 5 locations in Hong Kong, 852 25742351, info@esfcentre.edu.hk, www.esfkindergartens.org.hk.

  • The Harbour School Hong Kong

    THE HARBOUR SCHOOL: Kennedy Town

    Top Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Located in Kennedy Town, The Harbour School’s campus for Pre-K and K (4 to 6-year-old) called the Harbour Village is over 4000 square feet of indoor space providing exceptional and personal education in a high teacher to student ratio setting to prepare its students for primary school and more. As the saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child, and so the Harbour Village is an intentionally small school where each student knows and is known by the whole community. The first step in learning is to love it and at THS, our faculty wholeheartedly embrace this by making the learning experience special and joyful for each student. Students here learn to develop their interpersonal skills and confidence to advocate for themselves and for others. The Harbour School is WASC-accredited and offers a Pre-K to Grade 12 program based on the U.S. curriculum, emphasizing on 21st-century skills including creativity, collaboration, communication, and empathy. Students enrolled in the Harbour Village will automatically receive a place in Grade 1 at The Grove, THS’s primary school.

    The Harbour School, 2/F, 23 Belcher's Street, Kennedy Town, +852 3612 1090, admissions@ths.edu.hk, www.ths.edu.hk

  • City Kids Pre-School: Mid-levels Hong Kong

    CITY KIDS PRESCHOOL: Mid-Levels

    Play-Based Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    A favorite in the Midlevels, City Kids is set in a beautiful historical building surrounded by greenery.  Offering both playgroups and preschool for kids 2.8-5 years, this gem provides a play-based curriculum in a bright natural setting.  The outdoor playground is a favorite for the kiddos and a perk for a city-based school.

    City Kids Pre-School, 2/F, East Wing, 12 Borrett Road, Midlevels, Hong Kong, +852 25224446, officemanager@citykidshk.orgwww.citykidshk.org.

  • Invictus Hong Kong

    INVICTUS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HONG KONG: Singapore's Award-Winning Primary School

    Singapore Kindergarten In Hong Kong

    Singapore's award-winning primary school, Invictus in Hong Kong accepts students in Kindergarten 1 to Year 13 (3-18 years). Invictus School Monterey Place campus located at Tseung Kwan O offers courses for K1 to Year 6. The Chai Wan campus offers courses for Middle and High school. With fees for primary at only HKD$100,000 per year, Invictus is among the most affordable private education options in Hong Kong, while simultaneously being certifiably world-class quality-wise!

  • Kent College Hong Kong

    KENT COLLEGE HONG KONG: Opening Soon!

    Hot off the press, the UK independent school Kent College is planning to open a campus in Hong Kong following the successful launch of a Dubai branch. The 130-year-old Kent College in Canterbury, UK is a co-ed independent school for students aged three months through to 18 years. The school is yet to make a new announcement on its previous plan to open a Hong Kong campus in August 2020.

    Kent College Hong Kong, +852 3151 5588, info@kentcollge.hkwww.kentcollege.hk

  • Norwegian International School

    NORWEGIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (NIS): 2 Locations In New Territories

    International Kindergarten In Hong Kong

    Norwegian International School (NIS) is a school like no other in Hong Kong. It’s a school where you’ll find wide-open spaces, lush greenery, and students who love to spend time learning both indoors and outdoors. It’s a school where the students, families, and staff truly are a learning community together. NIS, at both its Primary and Kindergarten campuses, showcases the very best of life in Tai Po. Learning about the world around them in the classroom leads seamlessly into time spent outdoors, where students help vegetables grow over the course of weeks and study with wonder the decades-old trees that tower above them in the playground.

    • Norwegian International School (NIS)www.nis.edu.hk
      • Primary Campus: 170 Kam Shan Road, Tai Po, New Territories, +852 2658 0341, office@nis.edu.hk
      • Kindergarten Campus: 175 Kwong Fuk Road, Tai Po, New Territories, +852 2638 0269, kinder@nis.edu.hk
  • French English Academy Hong Kong

    FRENCH ENGLISH ACADEMY: Southern District

    Best Preschools, Pre-Nursery, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    The French English Academy is a bilingual kindergarten conveniently located near the scenic Repulse Bay beach. The core subjects are taught in French and English, and designed to help children acquire creative thinking, pattern recognition, and problem-solving. The huge space offers an outdoor playground, indoor sandbox, and space for nap time. For more about the school curriculum, click here.

    French English Academy, 109 Repulse Bay Road Hong Kong, +852 2388 0026, info@feahk.com, www.feahk.com

  • Mills International Preschool Hong Kong

    MILLS INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL: Yau Tong

    International Preschools & Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Mills offers a caring and stimulating environment for up to 300 girls and boys aged 6 months to 6 years. The school provides a rigorous and international education following the British National Curriculum with Mandarin as an integrated language. It partners with Kids’ Gallery and Star English to bring you a vast range of co-curricular activities. Each classroom is fully equipped with the latest learning aids and technology.

    Mills International Preschool, The Spectacle, 8 Cho Yuen Street, Yau Tong, Hong Kong, +852 27176336, preschool@millsinternational.edu.hkhttps://mills.edu.hk/.

  • Kornhill International: Quarry Bay Hong Kong

    KORNHILL INTERNATIONAL: Quarry Bay

    Top Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Kornhill International Nursery and Kornhill Anglo-Chinese Kindergarten provide a holistic educational program for boys and girls between the ages of 2 to 6 years. The curriculum is developed with both international and local students in mind, with a merging of curriculum elements from both overseas and local programs. This includes Mandarin lessons starting from K1.

    Kornhill International Nursery, 16 Hong Shing Street, Kornhill, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2884 4186, inkids@kornhill-edu.comwww.kornhill-edu.com

  • Fairchild Junior Academy: Sai Ying Pun Hong Kong

    FAIRCHILD CANADIAN NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN: Sai Ying Pun

    Early Learning Framework & Reggio-Emilia Approach Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Fairchild Canadian Academy places great emphasis on nurturing well-rounded children. By providing children with a sensory-rich and play-focused environment with learning experiences in creative arts, music and movement, STEM, and nature exploration, children can achieve life-long skills in an authentic and meaningful way. Fairchild Kindergarten offers high-quality early childhood education programs based on the Early Learning Framework from Ontario and the Reggio Emilia approach for children from 2 to 6 years old with international and dual-language (English and Mandarin) streams. They also have a playgroup offering play-based programs for children from 12 months.

    Fairchild Kindergarten, G/F & 1/F, Kong Chian Tower, Block 1, 351 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Ying Pun, HK, +852 28032638, info@fairchild.edu.hkwww.fairchild.academy

  • Box Hill International Kindergarten And Pre-schools Hong Kong

    BOX HILL INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTENS AND PRE-SCHOOLS: Various Locations

    International Preschools & Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Box Hill (HK) International Kindergartens and Pre-schools were started in Australia and they adopt the EYFS program with English as the medium of instruction providing a full immersion of English learning environment for young children. Their Chinese curriculum both in Cantonese and Mandarin also gives children key skills for interfacing with various types of primary schools. The schools are led by professional and experienced teachers, children will be enjoying a joyful yet meaningful learning journey at Box Hill through abundant purposely planned activities.

    Box Hill (HK) International Kindergarten and Pre-schools, 3 branches, click here for full addresses and contact details, https://boxhill.edu.hk/

  • Maple Bear Canadian International School Hong Kong

    MAPLE BEAR CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN HONG KONG: New Territories

    International Kindergarten In Hong Kong

    Located amidst Tseung Kwan O's greenery, Maple Bear offers a safe and spacious environment for children to explore and engage with nature. The kindergarten provides knowledge and skills for children aged 18 months to 6 years to lay the foundation for elementary school. The curriculum is designed to reflect on the best Canadian bilingual education, integrated with a child-centric and activity-driven approach to empower the future generation.

    Maple Bear Canadian International Kindergarten Hong Kong, Shop 7, G/F Alto Residences, 29 Tong Yin Street, Tseung Kwan O, +852 2813 4887, admissions@maplebear.hk, www.maplebear.hk

  • Climbing Wall Shrewsbury Hong Kong

    SHREWSBURY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HONG KONG: Preschool And Kindergarten In TKO

    International Preschool & Kindergarten In Hong Kong

    Offering a bespoke program of study to students between the ages of 3 and 11, the team at Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong knows a thing or two about primary education and the journey of successful graduation.  Stamford builds social-emotional skills through the Second Step Program, focusing on outdoor education and developing life skills. Students develop diverse skills through the IB Learner Profile, Approaches to Learning, and a broad range of specialist courses in the arts, science, languages, and more.

    Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong, 10 Shek Kok Road, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, +852 2480 1500, admissions@shrewsbury.edu.hk,  https://www.shrewsbury.edu.hk/

  • Singing Rightmind Hong Kong.

    RIGHTMIND INTERNATIONAL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN: Ap Lei Chau

    Top Nursery, Preschools, Kindergartens In Hong Kong

    Rightmind is a school rich in Chinese classical wisdom with a focus on promoting early literary skills to give your child the foundation of love for reading from their early years. With the teaching of Putonghua, English, French and Spanish, they expand your child's ability to communicate with the world and experience different cultures.

    The first six years are of paramount importance when it comes to the formation of character, and staff teach by example. Through Dizigui, Rightmind Kindergarten has been delivering the best virtues for your children for more than ten years.

    Rightmind International Nursery and Kindergarten
    Shum Wan campus: G/F Broadview Court, No 11 Shum Wan Road, Hong Kong, +852 2795 1018, South Horizons campus: UG/F, Block 26-28, South Horizons, Phase 4, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong, +852 2875 0452, hello@rmkg.edu.hk, www.rmkg.edu.hk

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