Application Timeline Helper
Pick a target intake year and level to get a general month-by-month checklist. This is general guidance only, not specific to any one school — always check each school's official deadlines.
March 2026· 18 before intake
Research schools — shortlist by curriculum, location, school type and philosophy.
June 2026· 15 before intake
Attend open days, school tours, and information sessions.
August 2026· 13 before intake
Gather required documents: birth certificate, passport, immunisation record, school reports and references.
September 2026· 12 before intake
Register for and prepare for entrance assessments (e.g. CAT4, MAP, or the school's own entrance test).
October 2026· 11 before intake
Submit online applications and pay application fees before each school's deadline.
December 2026· 9 before intake
Attend assessments, entrance exams and/or interviews as scheduled by each school.
February 2027· 7 before intake
Receive offers; pay the reservation deposit to confirm a place if accepted.
May 2027· 4 before intake
Settle the debenture or annual capital levy, and any remaining enrolment paperwork.
July 2027· 2 before intake
Arrange uniforms, school bus, and attend new-student orientation if offered.
September 2027
Intake month — first day of school.
This checklist is general guidance based on typical Hong Kong international school admissions cycles. Deadlines, exam requirements, and processes vary by school — always confirm directly with the schools you're applying to.