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Discovery Bay International School - Sixth Form Campus

Hong Kong

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$196,900
Ages 16 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1983
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Discovery Bay International School
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Sixth Form
Introduction

Discovery Bay International School’s Sixth Form (Years 12–13) sits within a British-curriculum pathway from Early Years to Secondary in Discovery Bay, Lantau Island. Students typically study A Levels, with BTEC options available to broaden pathways. The Secondary learning environment features two computing/Design Technology suites with resources such as robotics and 3D printers, and students make use of a Blackbox theatre for performance. DBIS notes an emphasis on small class sizes and personalised support. Co-curricular options include FOBISIA Maths, Debating, Environmental Club, and ImpactHK service activities. The school operates a bus service, including Discovery Bay–Tung Chung connections, and publishes detailed fees and levy information (10 monthly instalments). DBIS is CIS-accredited and bases its curriculum on the English National Curriculum; the Sixth Form is located at Discovery Bay North Plaza.

This campus is part of Discovery Bay International School

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The Essentials

Discovery Bay International School - Sixth Form Campus has instruction in English.

Location
The Discovery Bay International School Sixth Form Campus is located at Discovery Bay North Plaza on Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Discovery Bay is a residential community around 25 minutes by ferry from Central, with convenient bus and ferry connections to Hong Kong Island and Tung Chung. The area is calm and family-oriented, with restricted private vehicle access and well-organised local transport.

Stages
The Sixth Form Campus serves students in Years 12 and 13 who are typically aged 16 to 18. These years represent the final stage of education at DBIS, where students pursue A Level and BTEC qualifications as part of the school’s British curriculum pathway.

Type
The Sixth Form Campus is part of DBIS, a co-educational international day school. The school does not provide boarding, and all students attend on a day-school basis. The campus maintains small classes and close links with the main Secondary site for specialist lessons.

Additional learning support
DBIS provides additional help through its Learning Enhancement and EAL departments. Students who require support for Special Educational Needs (SEN) receive targeted assistance in class and through specialist staff, while those learning English as an additional language are supported via small-group and in-class teaching.

Country affiliation
DBIS follows the British National Curriculum and offers A Level and BTEC qualifications in Sixth Form. It does not hold any national affiliation beyond its UK curriculum framework.

Religious affiliation
The school is non-religious and has no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day for Sixth Form students typically begins at around 8:20 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m. Students attend classes, tutorials, and supervised study sessions throughout the day. Inter-campus transport allows Sixth Formers to move between the Sixth Form and Secondary sites when required for subject lessons.

Bus service
DBIS provides a comprehensive school bus service operated by a contracted provider. Routes connect Discovery Bay with Tung Chung and South Lantau, and an inter-campus shuttle runs during the school day for students attending lessons at both the Secondary and Sixth Form campuses. Bus timetables and routes are published on the school’s website and the DBIS Hub for parents.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Discovery Bay International School - Sixth Form Campus ranges from HKD 196,900 for 2026/27.

Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee of HKD 2,000 is required upon submission of the online application form for entry into Year 12 or Year 13. New Sixth Form students must also pay a deposit equivalent to two months’ school fees (HKD 39,380) upon acceptance. This deposit is credited toward the September and October tuition instalments. Sixth Form students are not charged the School Development Levy that applies to other year groups.

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Sixth Form (Years 12–13): HKD 196,900
(Payable in 10 monthly instalments of HKD 19,690, from September to June)

Fees are billed monthly according to the school’s published schedule. Each instalment is due on the first day of the month, with an advance payment in July applied toward the September invoice.

Additional Fees
Uniforms, textbooks, and external examination fees are billed separately. Optional extracurricular activities and certain specialist materials may incur additional costs. There are no meal or boarding charges, as Sixth Form students attend on a day-school basis and may use Discovery Bay’s local dining facilities.

Refund Policy
Parents must provide 60 days’ written notice of withdrawal (excluding July and August). Failure to do so may result in a charge of 0.5 to 2 months’ tuition fees.
No refunds are offered in circumstances beyond the school’s control, such as severe weather, epidemics, or government closures.

Payment Options
Fees can be paid via AutoPay (Direct Debit), bank transfer, or cheque. Credit card payments are accepted with a small administrative surcharge. A late payment fee of HKD 200 per month applies after the 15th of each month, and HKD 100 is charged for returned payments. All billing and finance operations are handled by the DBIS Finance Office in Hong Kong.
Academics

Discovery Bay International School - Sixth Form Campus teaches British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification for students aged 16 to 18.

Curriculum
The Sixth Form at Discovery Bay International School follows the British curriculum, offering students in Years 12 and 13 the opportunity to pursue A Level and BTEC qualifications. These programmes allow students to specialise in subjects that align with their university and career aspirations, combining academic and applied learning options. A Levels are delivered through the Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International examination boards, while BTEC courses provide a vocational alternative focused on practical and project-based assessment. Sixth Form students also participate in personal development, leadership, and community service initiatives, designed to prepare them for higher education and life beyond school. Lessons are taught in English, and students may access specialist facilities on the main Secondary campus, including laboratories, design technology suites, and performance spaces.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission
Families begin the process by completing the online application form through the Discovery Bay International School website. A non-refundable application fee must be paid at the time of submission. Applicants are required to upload key documents, including recent school reports, a passport copy, and a student photo. For Sixth Form entry (Years 12–13), applicants should indicate their subject choices and provide predicted examination results or equivalent academic evidence.

2. Application Review and Acknowledgment
Once the application and payment are received, the Admissions Office acknowledges receipt and reviews the documentation. Applicants are placed in the waiting list system while the school assesses availability in the relevant year group. The Admissions team may contact families for clarification or to confirm additional supporting documents.

3. Assessment and Interview
Eligible applicants are invited to attend an academic assessment and an interview. For Sixth Form entry, students must demonstrate that they meet the entry requirements for A Level or BTEC study, including appropriate grades in IGCSE or equivalent examinations. Interviews may be conducted in person or online, depending on the applicant’s location.

4. Offer of Place
If the assessment and interview are successful and a place is available, the school issues an official offer letter. Parents must then complete an acceptance form and submit a deposit equivalent to two months’ tuition fees. This amount is credited toward the first two months of tuition. Offers are contingent upon the student holding a valid Hong Kong visa allowing study in Hong Kong.

5. Enrolment and Orientation
Once accepted, families receive an enrolment pack containing start dates, uniform information, and transport details. The school hosts an orientation programme before term begins, during which Sixth Form students meet their tutors, subject teachers, and peers. Orientation also includes guidance on academic expectations and the use of the school’s Hub portal for communication and resources.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly advertise or offer scholarships for Sixth Form students. No merit-based, academic, or financial scholarships are mentioned on the Discovery Bay International School website or in official admissions documents. All Sixth Form places are offered on a fee-paying basis, subject to space availability and academic eligibility.

Waitlist
Discovery Bay International School maintains a waiting list when year groups are at capacity. All applications, once processed and the application fee paid, are automatically added to this list. Priority is determined by several factors, including sibling status, returning families, and date of application fee payment. The school also notes that Premium School Development Levy (PSDL) holders and certain discretionary cases approved by the Principal may be given priority consideration. Applicants on the waitlist are contacted as soon as a suitable place becomes available. There is no rotating pool system in place.
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