AGES 5–10

OUR PRIMARY SCHOOL

Spanning Years 1 to 6, Primary School focuses on helping each child become an active participant in their learning, as they increase their independence and become an inquisitive thinker. Structured into Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 of the English National Curriculum, our students build their core academic skills in English and maths, while exploring a variety of other subjects, from music to science. 
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN PRIMARY SCHOOL

In Primary School at NAIS Hong Kong, we focus on rigorous academic development in English and maths, and we take a thematic approach to learning a variety of other subjects. This combination helps each child build their core skills as well as a range of knowledge in connection with the world.


Our specialist teachers teach art, music, drama, physical education (PE), Mandarin, and more to our Primary students. We also offer other languages: French from Year 5 onwards and Spanish from Year 6 onwards, as students get ready to enter Secondary School.

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OUR PERSONALISED APPROACH

Our expert teachers take a personalised approach to learning at NAIS Hong Kong. Throughout Primary School, they tailor the instruction to the interests, needs, goals, and aspirations of each child. With a child-centred approach, they can encourage each to be curious, ask questions, explore, and begin to do research to build their understanding. This helps make the class interactive, where every child participates and is engaged.

Our teachers also help each child build a positive mindset in and beyond the classroom, boosting their confidence and encouraging their overall academic success.

As part of a holistic approach to each child’s education, we help them become a well-rounded and responsible citizen, who wants to help our communities and make our world better. We have a PSCHE unit at the start of each year that focuses on the emotional wellbeing of our students. We also offer a pastoral care and many learning experiences that help each child build their own sense of purpose.

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THE ENGLISH NATIONAL CURRICULUM

Used by over 30,000 international schools in the UK and overseas, the English National Curriculum brings reassurance to parents and stability to students – important factors when moving between countries.

Our Primary School teachers take the best aspects of the rigorous English National Curriculum and adapt it to our international context in Hong Kong, shaping learning experiences that give our students the highest quality of education.

The English National Curriculum has stages of advancement, known as the ‘Key Stages’. Primary school spans Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2, from ages 5 to 7) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6, from ages 7 to 11). Students study English, Mandarin, mathematics, science, music, history, geography, STEAM subjects, and more.

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THE KEY STAGES

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Key Stage 1
Years 1 and 2
At Key Stage 1, we emphasise core skills in numeracy and literacy by focusing on guided reading, phonics, and mental maths. Students also study a variety of other subjects, grouped around themes and topics: science; history; geography; art; music; design technology; personal, social, health and citizenship education (PSHCE); information and communication technologies (ICT); and physical education (PE). 
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Key Stage 2
Years 3–6
At Key Stage 2, in addition to English and maths, we teach variety of subjects, grouped around themes and topics: science; history; geography; art; music; design technology; personal, social, health and citizenship education (PSHCE); information and communication technologies (ICT); and physical education (PE). Through every lesson, each child learns to take an active approach of owning their advancement.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT BISB

Every day, our campus is teeming with smiling, happy faces. This is thanks to the breadth of exciting experiences we offer, our teachers’ commitment to trying new things, and our supportive school culture.
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Good morning!
Our youngest children are always smiling. There’s lots of excitement at drop-off time, as our early years teachers welcome you and your child to class. After waving goodbye, it’s time for the day’s adventures to begin!
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good morning!
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Purposeful play
Every day is packed with purposeful play. Your child will run, jump, and climb in our colourful playgrounds – developing their gross motor skills – and get tactile with water, sand, and mud in our multi-sensory outdoor space.
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Forest School
It’s time for an adventure into the forest. Your child will become an explorer, discovering everything there is to know about animals and plants, looking for bugs, and getting active on our rope and climbing courses.
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Food for thought
From nutritious snack choices to healthy lunches, our chefs whip up tasty treats specifically designed for our smallest children. Eating a balanced diet gives our learners the energy they need to play and explore. And after lunch, there’s always time for a nap!
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Sharing our day
After a busy day of activities, we come together to share what we’ve learnt. This includes talking about our favourite things, reinforcing fundamental reading, writing, and maths concepts, and watching videos of everyone having fun.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT bisb

Every day, our campus is teeming with smiling, happy faces. This is thanks to the breadth of exciting experiences we offer, our teachers’ commitment to trying new things, and our supportive school culture.
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Specialist subjects
It’s a critical time in your child’s education, which is why we personalise academic learning through themed projects and hands-on activities. From English and Mathematics to history and geography, every day throws up new challenges.
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SPecialist subjects
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Creative collaborations
Exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School and MIT add a thrilling dimension to every student’s education. Your child will learn from the very best artists, performers, instrumentalists, and scientific minds, who’ll inspire them to fulfil their potential.
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Meaningful change
It’s time for your child to make a difference. Empowered to understand and exercise their rights - and to promote the rights of others - they'll increase their social impact and work towards the UN Global Goals, becoming a conscientious changemaker in the process.
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Sporting superstars
Our secondary students represent BISB with pride. Training, honing their skills and keeping fit, our talented sports stars compete for our BISB Wolves teams against schools in Hungary and beyond.
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Doing what you love
3D gaming, Warhammer, debating, yoga, football, basketball, dance, gymnastics, and a variety of choirs and orchestras – our more than 100 co-curricular clubs offer something for everyone.
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Every day, our campus is full of smiling, happy faces. This is thanks to the breadth of exciting experiences we offer, our teachers’ commitment to trying new things, and our supportive school culture.
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Set for success
Our IBDP develops the next generation of creators, thinkers, and futuremakers. Every day, your child will pursue their passions, specialise in their chosen subjects, and take part in CAS activities that broaden their skillset. This sets them up for the brightest of futures.
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Set for success
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Role models
On our peer mentor programme, your child will become a role model for our younger students. Offering advice and friendship, organising games and activities, and making sure no one feels left out, our magnificent mentors contribute to a positive culture around the school.
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Creativity, Activity and Service
Extraordinary CAS opportunities are part of every IBDP student’s day. Learning the piano or guitar, joining our school musical production, playing basketball or volleyball, or organising charity events like our 24-hour Sun Run, the world is your child’s oyster.
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Create your own future
At this vital stage in their education, we make sure your child has the time and space to make big decisions. This includes potential university courses to study or gap year programmes to follow.
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Thinking differently
From our senior changemakers club – where students explore pressing environmental issues – to writing for our economics journal or competing in the Ritangle maths challenge, we offer a range of co-curricular activities that put our students’ thinking skills to the test.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT NAIS HONG KONG

Every day is different at NAIS Hong Kong. That’s down to our variety of learning experiences, exceptional teachers, and exclusive Nord Anglia collaborations with world-leading organisations.
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Good morning!
Every day begins delving into class or a vibrant morning assembly, where we foster an upbeat spirit and sense of community. We’ll might celebrate achievements, share announcements, or jump into inspiring hands-on activities.
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Good morning!
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An interactive classroom
No matter the subject – English, mathematics, science, or social studies – our students are actively participating, sharing their solutions and asking questions. Thanks to our expert teachers, the classroom becomes abundant with critical thinking and collaboration.
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Pause and reset
Over a delicious meal prepared by our talented kitchen staff or a packed meal from home, our students tend to their nutrition at lunchtime. They also catch up with friends and refuel for continued learning into the afternoon.
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Understanding the world
Afternoon classes in subjects like languages, computer literacy, and environmental studies stimulate every child’s curiosity, encouraging them to think on their own. Through demonstrations and hands-on activities, learning comes to life in the world.
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Follow your interests
Our ECAs have something for everyone – robotics, drama, sports, coding, and music, to name just a few! We encourage everyone to try new opportunities, and students have fun building their skills while fostering friendships over common interests. 
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OUR WORLD-RENOWNED CURRICULA AT NAIS HK

Our international curricula allow our students to learn at the best standards in the world. What’s more, we enrich the curricula with opportunities to uncover unique interests, so every child can follow their passion and create their path to their top-pick university.

OUR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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