Early Years & Primary

HKFIS had the privilege of welcoming the famous street artist Tim Marsh, known for his work with patterns and geometric shapes. Over three days, the artist guided fifteen second-year art students at TKO in creating a gigantic mural. Together, they explored various graffiti techniques under the artist's supervision, fostering a dynamic and friendly learning environment. The mural depicts Hong Kong, featuring a giant snake weaving between skyscrapers, symbolizing the Year of th

Global Competences and International Mindedness We have been developing our program for international-mindedness with an extra focus on global competencies.  This is in line with the school's sustainable development committee and the IEYC/IPC refocus.  Working with students, teachers and parents, we created our new definition of Global Competency for IS Primary FI:S “ At FIS Global competent learners are and , other backgrounds and apply to global issues.” Global Competenc

Did you know we have such a young writer at FIS? Landon’s book, The Pig’s Hunt , is now available in bookstores throughout Hong Kong and is creating quite a buzz among grades 4 to 6 students. Excitement grew even more after Landon was invited to S.K.H. Lee Shiu Keung Primary School as a guest author. This marked Landon’s first real public speaking experience, and he did an outstanding job. He prepared a slide presentation and confidently handled 20 Q&A questions from the aud

Overview For the second consecutive year, students from the international and French sections (Ce2, Cm1, Cm2, and years 4, 5, and 6) embarked on an extraordinary cultural journey as part of the  Share-Project . The highlight of this educational initiative was a theatrical performance at the  Jardine's Lookout campus , where the acclaimed French theatre company  Chorus  brought the timeless tale of  Pinocchio  to life. A Unique Learning Experience Building on the resounding su

Just before the CNY holidays, three of our campuses were treated to the vibrant and energetic spectacle of traditional lion dances. The lively performances, accompanied by rhythmic drumbeats and festive music, filled the air with excitement and joy. The dancers spread good luck and positive energy and amazed our little ones with their colourful lion costumes. This cultural celebration brought students and staff together, marking a memorable start to this Year of the Snake. He

Primary code of conduct: RESPECT / COOPERATION / SELF-EVALUATION / ENGAGEMENT / ORGANISATION  Right from the start, FIS primary students are encouraged to have a sense of belonging and respect for the school and community. Our shared French and International Primary Code of Conduct will help all those involved in school life to work together for the benefit of all. We believe that it is important that every member of the school community feels valued and respected and that ea

As we start this new year, we wish you all the best for a year filled with happiness, success, and health. May each day be an opportunity for our students to grow, learn, and thrive. Happy New Year to everyone; may 2025 be an exceptional year for each of you! In this first newsletter of 2025, we want to remind you about an important program at our three primary campuses that supports a positive school environment: the Shared Concern Method (SCM). What is the Shared Concern Me

A warm welcome to both new and existing families as the second term begins after the December break. It is great having our students back on the campuses. Naming Uniform Items Due to the changeable weather, the school reminds parents to ensure that all FIS uniform items, such as cardigans, jumpers, and fleece jackets, are labelled with your child's name. It has been noticed that some students are wearing non-uniform jumpers, so parents are kindly requested to ensure their chi

In late November, in the TKO auditorium, a colorful and eventful play was performed: "Dear Parents," co-written by Armelle Barnier Patron . The author, not only of plays, honored us with her presence in Hong Kong, sharing her inspiring journey with our students who were not disappointed. Thanks to her, her good humor, and sincerity, our students were able to understand a little more about the process of creating a book (for children) and also discover various aspects of the

At FIS, we are always looking for innovative ways to engage our children in physical activity and expose them to new experiences. For 5 weeks in October and November, we had the incredible opportunity to host the Kung Pow Kings Hockey coaches for a special 5-week program designed for our CP and Year 2 children during the Shared Project . This initiative not only highlighted the excitement surrounding hockey but also showcased the unique international perspectives brought by

I had the pleasure of organizing a writing contest for the CM1 and CM2 classes on the theme of professions that do not exist. Students were invited to imagine jobs close to reality or completely absurd in order to explore their creativity and dream of original and extravagant professions.

Encouraging a better understanding of the local cultural environment  Most of our students are not native to Hong Kong and have a broader knowledge of various places around the world compared to many children. As an international school, we aim to cultivate this extensive knowledge by organising local visits that allow the discovery of the culture, tradition, and history of their adopted country. It is in this perspective that on Tuesday, 26th November, the CM1 SIA (B & G) cl

1. Le harcèlement scolaire. Primaire, collège, lycée : les solutions qui marchent (Emmanuelle Piquet) - in French Comment débute le harcèlement scolaire ? Quelles questions poser à son enfant pour savoir s'il en est victime ? Quels rôles les adultes – parents ou enseignants – peuvent-ils jouer ? Comment arrêter un harcèlement par SMS ou sur Facebook ? Chaque année, de nombreux élèves en France sont confrontés au harcèlement scolaire. Grâce aux conseils d'Emmanuelle Piquet, ps

In partnership with the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC), we have arranged for a free Hockey coaching session for ANY child in Y5/6, CM1/CM2 at the HKFC Hockey Pitch. The session will be run by professional coaches employed by the HKFC. The session is open to all; however, we will have to cap numbers if we have too many; on a first-registered, first-served basis. It is a fantastic opportunity to introduce the children to a new exciting sport, which many simply do not know exist

Living together and learning collective effort - CE2 camps By the end of November, all of our CE2 students from the Jardine’s and TKO campuses will have experienced a memorable time during their 3-day camp in Sai Kung. Through activities such as kayaking, giant paddle boarding, and dragon boating, they will have been able to develop skills that serve collective effort and promote autonomy. These shared moments will undoubtedly have forged valuable bonds of cohesion among them

Our Students are spirited and confident  Y4 - Y6 Overnight camps We partner with Ark Eden to ensure our camps meet the criteria outlined in our IPC curriculum and link to sustainable development goals (SDGs). Ark Eden works closely with our coordinators to ensure that the activities allow for a progression of skills and challenges from year three to year six. Health and safety are paramount for all of our trips. Please note for year three we will now run day camps only, not o

Mahohi Nguyen Tang is a young student in the French section at FIS. It is his unwavering passion for surfing and his recent accomplishments in this field that have caught our attention. Indeed, at the age of 10, with determination and perseverance, he has succeeded in joining the Junior National Surf Team of Switzerland , the country from which his parents come. This is an achievement that marks the beginning of an exciting adventure with already two major competitions in the

This year, and for the first time across all grade levels from CP (1st grade) to CM2 (5th grade), national assessments are being introduced. This is an institutional initiative mandated by the French Ministry of National Education. The aim is to assess the level of mastery of fundamental skills acquired in previous years. The analysis of the results of these assessments has three objectives: 1. Detailed analysis of student progress at the beginning of the year Indeed, these n

Our students are spirited and confident In our early years (Nursery and reception) at CW and TKO, we will be inviting parents to “stay and play” and discover how our youngest learners learn through the IEYC curriculum.  Parents will also be invited to be “secret readers” to surprise our early years students by reading stories from their home country in their mother tongue.  At FIS, we are fortunate to have such spirited and confident students who strive to reach their true

In Mandarin class, to celebrate the Moon Festival, the CM2 students of our TKO campus immersed themselves in the cosmic universe with an activity as delicious as it was fascinating: the Moon phases, OREO-style! This fun activity involved manipulating the black and white parts of the biscuit to represent the new moon, the full moon, the first quarter, the first crescent, and so on. Once the work was completed, the students were happy and proud to share their lunar creations.