In 1966, supported by the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, their dream was realized and Hong Kong International School was founded. Only a year later, the cornerstone was lain on the school's first building. Nestled into the rolling hills overlooking Repulse Bay, it housed 120 students. Today, over 2,600 students and 480 faculty and staff occupy the four separate campuses of Hong Kong International School.
Board members are diverse in their backgrounds, yet united in their leadership mission.
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges since 1971 has continuously accredited Hong Kong International School. The HKIS school community exhibits caring and respectful behavior and attitudes toward themselves and others, which celebrates the unique traditions and diversity of the HKIS community. These characteristics create a positive school climate that fosters student learning. The faculty, administration, support staff, parents and community members are committed to processes of improvement designed to move to the next level of excellence for the organization and for student learning. The administration and faculty are committed to assisting students in the development of their spiritual identities.