English Schools Foundation 英基學校協會

Perspective. Passion. Purpose. The Legacy Deepens. 🌍✨

The celebration continues! Turn your attention to the next group of our exceptional achievers as we continue to spotlight the brilliant minds who earned perfect scores this year.

True excellence is never one-dimensional. What makes this year's top scorers so remarkable isn't just their identical, flawless scorecard — it’s how radically different they are from one another. The sheer diversity of their ambitions proves that there is no single path to changing the world. Together, these 27 distinct voices form a collective force that represents the absolute best of our global community.

➡️ Swipe through to meet the rest of the cohort, and dive deep into their full features via https://join-us.esf.edu.hk/ib45/ 🔗 Explore their stories, hear their raw perspectives, and see how they plan to shake up the world next.

The Blueprint of Tomorrow: Welcome to the Class of 2026 🚀

The results are in, and the future is looking incredibly bright. Today, we are thrilled to spotlight the first group of our 2026 IB45 cohort. These individuals haven’t just achieved academic perfection; they have spent their time with us proving that true brilliance lies in what you do with what you learn.

A perfect IB score is a massive milestone, but it’s only a fraction of their story. Beyond the 45 points, these scholars are advocates, creators, problem-solvers, and deep thinkers who have left an indelible mark on our school community. Their success is a powerful testament to their relentless drive and the incredible support system surrounding them.

🔗 Ready to be inspired? ➡️Swipe through to meet the first wave of this year's top achievers, and hit https://join-us.esf.edu.hk/ib45/ to read about the unique paths they carved to get here.

This is just the beginning. Stick around for the next post! 🌟

We are proud to share the amazing work happening in our Career Development Service team, where we help every student get a chance to explore the world of work.

Our programme supports senior secondary students with diverse learning needs to build confidence, independence, and real workplace skills through supported work placements in the community.

This year, our students are learning and growing in a wide range of workplaces, including The Children’s Centre, Escapade Sports, The Helena May, Hong Kong Baptist University Library, Kids4Kids, Learning Bridge, and Promise Paws Rescue. From libraries and learning spaces to sports and charity organisations, our students are showing what they can do for the community and making meaningful contributions.

We are incredibly grateful to our long-term partners Escapade Sports, Hong Kong Baptist University, the Helena May, and Learning Bridge for their continued collaboration and unwavering support over the years.

A warm welcome also goes to our new employer partners, The Children’s Centre, Kids4Kids, and Promise Paws Rescue. Thank you for opening your doors and being part of this journey.

Together, we create inclusive and supportive workplaces that strengthen our future community.

【ESF Assembly Showcase】

As we approach the last week of term, let's reflect on the recent exciting happenings across the ESF Community.

🎨 Stunning visions of the future took center stage at City Hall for the 2026 ESF Art Exhibition, which captivated visitors under this year’s inspiring theme, ‘Tomorrow.’ The gallery proudly showcased over 150 imaginative artworks created by our talented students spanning from Pre-K to Year 13. Adding to the creative diversity, ESF Explore made its first appearance at the exhibition with a collaborative piece. The event beautifully reflected the artistic vision and technical skill of our young creators, making it a memorable celebration of the visual arts.

🕹️ The digital arena exploded with energy during the 2026 ESF Esports Tournament, bringing together 18 elite primary and secondary teams to face off in Minecraft’s ‘Bridge Your Friends!’. Students demonstrated incredible strategy and fast-paced collaboration throughout the brackets. In the Secondary division, ESF Renaissance College Hong Kong claimed both 1st and 2nd place, with ESF King George V School securing 3rd place. Meanwhile, the Primary division saw Peak School Hong Kong take home the championship, followed by ESF Bradbury School in 2nd and ESF Beacon Hill School in 3rd.

🧑🏻‍🍳 Things heated up in the kitchen for the ESF Chef 2026 competition at KGV, where our student chefs showcased incredible culinary creativity under the theme Year of the Fire Horse. Judged by professional chefs from Black Sheep Restaurants, junior pairs mastered flavour contrasts while senior individuals crafted "fiery" two-course menus. Gloria Wan of ESF Sha Tin College took home the Senior Championship, while Leanna Ku and Aria Seto of ESF South Island School claimed the Junior title. The event was a spectacular celebration of teamwork and culinary excellence!

🗣️ Words became weapons of wit at WIS during the 2026 ESF Chinese Debate Competition, which brought together eight secondary schools to showcase exceptional eloquence, teamwork, and critical thinking. Debaters tackled complex, real-world topics — from university major selection to the impact of AI on language learning — impressing the audience with their advanced Chinese fluency. Following a series of highly competitive rounds, ESF Discovery College emerged as the tournament Champion, followed by Singapore International School in 2nd place, ESF Renaissance College Hong Kong in 3rd place, and ESF West Island School in 4th place.

Welcome to the front row of the ESF 2026 Esports Tournament! 🔥🎮

We’ve captured the action right in the eye of the storm to give you a closer look at the details that make these plays possible. This year, the tournament brought together 18 elite teams across our primary and secondary schools. The energy was electric across the board, from intense secondary group battles to our incredible primary students.

By freezing the action, you get to see exactly what it takes to climb the ranks as our players fight for the ultimate Champion title.

Let’s dive into the atmosphere and experience ESF student esports at its absolute finest.

【ESF Assembly Showcase】

Join us as we relive the best highlights from across the ESF community recently!

We are proud to announce the debut of the first-ever ESF Chinese Debate Team! Students from ESF Sha Tin College, ESF Island School, and ESF South Island School represented the Foundation at the prestigious Hong Kong "Zongheng Cup" on April 19th. The team demonstrated exceptional skill and quick thinking in two intense rounds against Yew Chung International School and Wa Ying College. Special congratulations go to our two students who were named "Best Debater" for their outstanding performances. This competition was not just a match, but a significant milestone in our students' linguistic and analytical growth. We look forward to seeing this team reach even greater heights in the future!

Community Spirit at ESF Glenealy School was high at the International Family Day. Their energy made the celebration truly special. The day was packed with joy, starting with a high-energy "Wake and Shake" led by their Y6 dancers, followed by a wonderful whole-school picnic and an afternoon of fantastic community-run workshops.

The TED x Youth "Lost and Found" event at ESF Sha Tin College was an absolute masterclass in perspective. Attendees were taken on a journey from the microscopic world of atoms to global discussions on cultural identity and language diversity. A huge thank you to their six incredible student speakers and guest teacher for sharing their profound insights on what it means to lose, search, and be found.

The stage came alive this week as Y11 ESF Discovery College students presented their production of She Kills Monsters. Transporting the audience from 90s Ohio straight into a fantastical D&D world, the entirely student-led performance had friends and family laughing, gasping, and cheering from the edge of their seats. We are incredibly proud of the brilliant theatre-makers they have become!