As part of the English Schools Foundation(ESF), our students are supported by the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong, providing them the resources and opportunities not found outside of ESF Schools.
A key motivation at Glenealy School is to cultivate a sense of belonging among all members of our community. Through our curriculum, our social experiences and our community events, we aim to facilitate open engagement with shared human values and experiences.
Our pedagogical practices are used to engage children in exploring the environment around them, make connections to their world and encourage them to take action.
To nurture curious, connected collaborators, we cultivate an overall educational approach that inspires learning both inside and beyond the classroom, fostering a sense of belonging, trust, and creativity. By promoting inclusivity and connection, we create a supportive community where every student feels valued and empowered to contribute.
Our extensive ECA programme unlocks diverse learning beyond the classroom - from performances to tournaments, enriching students with over 70 engaging experiences each year.
Learning grows the more children, peers, adults & the community are connected to it. We are dedicated to cultivating strong community engagement through partnerships that forge community spirit.
Glenealy School is proud to offer a Primary Years Programme (PYP) curriculum that provides progressive and innovative learning experiences for your children. Our curriculum is grounded in the principles of an International Baccalaureate (IB) education, which emphasizes holistic development and cultivating lifelong learners.
At Glenealy School, our PYP Programme aims to empower your children to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and compassionate global citizens. We invite you to join us in this exciting journey as partners in your child's education.
At Glenealy, we wholeheartedly celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively embracing the evolving needs of our community. Our goal is to create learning environments where every child feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive.
We immerse our students in the beauty of the natural environment through engaging field trips, outdoor learning, and projects that cultivate a sense of environmental stewardship from an early age. Our adventure camps and cultural immersion trips provide transformative experiences that enhance teamwork, promote personal growth, and broaden global perspectives. These unforgettable opportunities are truly highlights of the Glenealy experience.
We empower our students through leadership opportunities that allow them to express their ideas and drive positive change within our community. Our House Leaders organize events that promote teamwork and school spirit, while Student Ambassadors help connect new students and families. This engagement fosters a sense of ownership and belonging, inspiring everyone to actively participate in school life.
Our dynamic after-school program and sports teams provide over 100 diverse experiences, designed to develop skills, nurture talents, and foster collaboration with other schools. These enriching opportunities not only enhance individual growth but also promote teamwork and community engagement.
We celebrate the vibrant world of creativity through both visual and performing arts. Our students are encouraged to explore and express their artistic talents in diverse ways, including painting, sculpture, music, dance, and theatre. This varied approach allows them to discover their passions and develop their unique voices in a supportive environment.
At Glenealy, we wholeheartedly celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively embracing the evolving needs of our community. Our goal is to create learning environments where every child feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive.
We immerse our students in the beauty of the natural environment through engaging field trips, outdoor learning, and projects that cultivate a sense of environmental stewardship from an early age. Our adventure camps and cultural immersion trips provide transformative experiences that enhance teamwork, promote personal growth, and broaden global perspectives. These unforgettable opportunities are truly highlights of the Glenealy experience.
We empower our students through leadership opportunities that allow them to express their ideas and drive positive change within our community. Our House Leaders organize events that promote teamwork and school spirit, while Student Ambassadors help connect new students and families. This engagement fosters a sense of ownership and belonging, inspiring everyone to actively participate in school life.
Our dynamic after-school program and sports teams provide over 100 diverse experiences, designed to develop skills, nurture talents, and foster collaboration with other schools. These enriching opportunities not only enhance individual growth but also promote teamwork and community engagement.
We celebrate the vibrant world of creativity through both visual and performing arts. Our students are encouraged to explore and express their artistic talents in diverse ways, including painting, sculpture, music, dance, and theatre. This varied approach allows them to discover their passions and develop their unique voices in a supportive environment.
At Glenealy, we wholeheartedly celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively embracing the evolving needs of our community. Our goal is to create learning environments where every child feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive.
We immerse our students in the beauty of the natural environment through engaging field trips, outdoor learning, and projects that cultivate a sense of environmental stewardship from an early age. Our adventure camps and cultural immersion trips provide transformative experiences that enhance teamwork, promote personal growth, and broaden global perspectives. These unforgettable opportunities are truly highlights of the Glenealy experience.
We empower our students through leadership opportunities that allow them to express their ideas and drive positive change within our community. Our House Leaders organize events that promote teamwork and school spirit, while Student Ambassadors help connect new students and families. This engagement fosters a sense of ownership and belonging, inspiring everyone to actively participate in school life.
Our dynamic after-school program and sports teams provide over 100 diverse experiences, designed to develop skills, nurture talents, and foster collaboration with other schools. These enriching opportunities not only enhance individual growth but also promote teamwork and community engagement.
We celebrate the vibrant world of creativity through both visual and performing arts. Our students are encouraged to explore and express their artistic talents in diverse ways, including painting, sculpture, music, dance, and theatre. This varied approach allows them to discover their passions and develop their unique voices in a supportive environment.
"I'm happy at Glenealy school because I can learn math and the Unit of Inquiry."
"I'm happy at Glenealy school because I can learn math and the Unit of Inquiry."
Mashrabah - Student - Year 2
2 / 3
“My favourite thing about Glenealy is playing football at lunchtime with my friends, and p.e class. I also love the Long-Distance running ECA.”
“My favourite thing about Glenealy is playing football at lunchtime with my friends, and p.e class. I also love the Long-Distance running ECA.”
Tom - Student - Year 4
3 / 3
“I love Glenealy because I feel like I belong. Everyone here is welcome and treated the same way.”
“I love Glenealy because I feel like I belong. Everyone here is welcome and treated the same way.”
Emily - Student - Year 6
1 / 4
“As a new parent at Glenealy, I’ve felt welcomed from the start. The teachers are approachable, and school events and the parent-teacher association make it easy to connect with other families. It didn’t take long to feel part of the community, and I’m confident my children are receiving a well-rounded education.”
“As a new parent at Glenealy, I’ve felt welcomed from the start. The teachers are approachable, and school events and the parent-teacher association make it easy to connect with other families. It didn’t take long to feel part of the community, and I’m confident my children are receiving a well-rounded education.”
Alison Rooney, Mother of Maisie and Hugh, Year 3 and Year 1 students
2 / 4
“We enjoy walking to school with both our children every day and bumping into their friends along the way - witnessing their growth and friendships established! Glenealy creates a loving and close community where our children feel happy, safe and engaged which we think is crucial to their development as a whole person.”
“We enjoy walking to school with both our children every day and bumping into their friends along the way - witnessing their growth and friendships established! Glenealy creates a loving and close community where our children feel happy, safe and engaged which we think is crucial to their development as a whole person.”
Tammy & Justin Cheng - Parents of Jake and Janelle, Year 5 and Year 3 students
3 / 4
“We asked our kids why they love school so much and these are some of the responses they give: “Teachers are kind and they teach kids to be kind and caring”; “We’re learning new things everyday and it’s fun learning”. Our kids are very proud to be a part of ESF Glenealy, they wake up, every morning, full of energy and looking forward to going to school. This is such a great experience as parents.”
“We asked our kids why they love school so much and these are some of the responses they give: “Teachers are kind and they teach kids to be kind and caring”; “We’re learning new things everyday and it’s fun learning”. Our kids are very proud to be a part of ESF Glenealy, they wake up, every morning, full of energy and looking forward to going to school. This is such a great experience as parents.”
Juan Ramon Barcelona, Father of Bruno, Year 4
4 / 4
What attracted us to Glenealy was its small size and it being a local community school. Walking our children to school and meeting other families along the way is a great way to get to know the students and their families. With only 2 classes per year the children (and parents) get to know each other very well and this helps foster a great sense of belonging and friendship.
What attracted us to Glenealy was its small size and it being a local community school. Walking our children to school and meeting other families along the way is a great way to get to know the students and their families. With only 2 classes per year the children (and parents) get to know each other very well and this helps foster a great sense of belonging and friendship.
Catherine Lawrenson, Mother of George and Sylvie, Year 3 and Year 5 students and Samuel and Louis, Glenealy Alumni
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"33 years doing what I loved the most, and now in the twilight of my years, with the help of social media and the internet, find myself shrouded in memories and still, even now at 82, teaching the children of children I taught in Glenealy. Now living in Surrey UK, I can sit and revel in the number of Hong Kong visitors who found time to visit me and to listen to the many ‘Life after Glenealy
stories.’
My aim in those early years was simply to arouse a thirst for music and drama and through fun and performance, promote confidence in communication. We now see ex Glenealians, leaders in their chosen fields all around the world, standing up and making themselves heard.
Long may it continue.
My very best wishes to the Principal, teachers, educational assistants, pupils and wonderful site staff. So many happy memories!"
"33 years doing what I loved the most, and now in the twilight of my years, with the help of social media and the internet, find myself shrouded in memories and still, even now at 82, teaching the children of children I taught in Glenealy. Now living in Surrey UK, I can sit and revel in the number of Hong Kong visitors who found time to visit me and to listen to the many ‘Life after Glenealy
stories.’
My aim in those early years was simply to arouse a thirst for music and drama and through fun and performance, promote confidence in communication. We now see ex Glenealians, leaders in their chosen fields all around the world, standing up and making themselves heard.
Long may it continue.
My very best wishes to the Principal, teachers, educational assistants, pupils and wonderful site staff. So many happy memories!"
Liz Ryan - Vice Principal and Music Teacher from 1970 to 2003
2 / 3
"Attending Glenealy Junior School in the late '70s to early '80s was formative and memorable. Miss Handyside, both feared and respected, set high standards that shaped our work ethic and values. Her discipline created a strong foundation, while the friendships and unique school spirit made those years unforgettable."
"Attending Glenealy Junior School in the late '70s to early '80s was formative and memorable. Miss Handyside, both feared and respected, set high standards that shaped our work ethic and values. Her discipline created a strong foundation, while the friendships and unique school spirit made those years unforgettable."
Marie-Louise Li - Class of 1983
3 / 3
“As a Glenealy alumnus, it’s exciting to have sent all three of my children to the school at which I grew up, while at the same time experiencing how in the intervening years, Glenealy has transformed from strength to strength, still providing a solid foundation where each child can thrive.”
“As a Glenealy alumnus, it’s exciting to have sent all three of my children to the school at which I grew up, while at the same time experiencing how in the intervening years, Glenealy has transformed from strength to strength, still providing a solid foundation where each child can thrive.”
Ali Ebrahim, class of ‘93
What’s new at Glenealy School?
Even the weather couldn't dampen the spirits of the Glenealy girls cricket team as they played in the Hong Kong and Island Schools cricket competition. Another morning of great performances from our newest school team!
Year 3 have been inquiring into how light travels. We went to the science museum and then when we came back we started designing our own experiments to test what happens when you block light and what reflecting light means. We have even created our own dark cave to help us explore!
Way to go Glenealy biathletes! This week, they took on FIS and won the top spots in both the A and the B team races. It was great to see so many supporters there to cheer Glenealy on. Especially the next generation of biathletes who are already keen to join in.
Another great performance from our male cricketers today. This time they played against the schools on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. They finished a brilliant 5th out of the 15 teams. Amazing work again!
It was a morning full of discovery for the Year 4’s as they were visited by the Discovery Dome Planetarium. They journeyed through the brain and visited some of the body systems they have been inquiring about during their Who We Are unit of inquiry. It was a fantastic experience that let the Year 4’s ‘see’ some of the organs and body systems they have been learning about
Year 5 have been inquiring into equivalent fractions. They made fractions with post-it-notes and then looked for patterns and rules to explain what they had made. This allowed them to make connections and show physical examples of equivalent fractions.
For the 3rd day in a row the Glenealy students have done us proud. This time it was at the Island Schools tennis tournament. All the players did amazing, especially Jake & Nathanael who won the division 2 competition and Luke & Liam who took silver in the division 3 competition.
This week Year 4 students began their mathematical inquiry into Space & Shape where they made some initial connections between 2D and 3D shapes. They then had to use a Venn Diagram to sort (and re-sort) and classify 3D shapes in a variety of different ways.
We were thrilled to welcome our new Year 1 children and their families for a delightful play visit! The children enjoyed exploring the Year 1 classrooms and patio, while parents had the chance to connect with one another and meet members of our PTA. It was a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit and excitement for the school year ahead!
Another fabulous day of sport from the Glenealy students. This time, it was the turn of the biathletes to wow in the pool and on the pavement at the Island Schools Biathlon race. Their hard work in training is evident in the fantastic results they produced today, especially Daniel, who took 1st place. Way to go biathletes!
Even the weather couldn't dampen the spirits of the Glenealy girls cricket team as they played in the Hong Kong and Island Schools cricket competition. Another morning of great performances from our newest school team!
Year 3 have been inquiring into how light travels. We went to the science museum and then when we came back we started designing our own experiments to test what happens when you block light and what reflecting light means. We have even created our own dark cave to help us explore!
Way to go Glenealy biathletes! This week, they took on FIS and won the top spots in both the A and the B team races. It was great to see so many supporters there to cheer Glenealy on. Especially the next generation of biathletes who are already keen to join in.
Another great performance from our male cricketers today. This time they played against the schools on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. They finished a brilliant 5th out of the 15 teams. Amazing work again!
It was a morning full of discovery for the Year 4’s as they were visited by the Discovery Dome Planetarium. They journeyed through the brain and visited some of the body systems they have been inquiring about during their Who We Are unit of inquiry. It was a fantastic experience that let the Year 4’s ‘see’ some of the organs and body systems they have been learning about
Year 5 have been inquiring into equivalent fractions. They made fractions with post-it-notes and then looked for patterns and rules to explain what they had made. This allowed them to make connections and show physical examples of equivalent fractions.
For the 3rd day in a row the Glenealy students have done us proud. This time it was at the Island Schools tennis tournament. All the players did amazing, especially Jake & Nathanael who won the division 2 competition and Luke & Liam who took silver in the division 3 competition.
This week Year 4 students began their mathematical inquiry into Space & Shape where they made some initial connections between 2D and 3D shapes. They then had to use a Venn Diagram to sort (and re-sort) and classify 3D shapes in a variety of different ways.
We were thrilled to welcome our new Year 1 children and their families for a delightful play visit! The children enjoyed exploring the Year 1 classrooms and patio, while parents had the chance to connect with one another and meet members of our PTA. It was a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit and excitement for the school year ahead!
Another fabulous day of sport from the Glenealy students. This time, it was the turn of the biathletes to wow in the pool and on the pavement at the Island Schools Biathlon race. Their hard work in training is evident in the fantastic results they produced today, especially Daniel, who took 1st place. Way to go biathletes!
Even the weather couldn't dampen the spirits of the Glenealy girls cricket team as they played in the Hong Kong and Island Schools cricket competition. Another morning of great performances from our newest school team!
Year 3 have been inquiring into how light travels. We went to the science museum and then when we came back we started designing our own experiments to test what happens when you block light and what reflecting light means. We have even created our own dark cave to help us explore!
Way to go Glenealy biathletes! This week, they took on FIS and won the top spots in both the A and the B team races. It was great to see so many supporters there to cheer Glenealy on. Especially the next generation of biathletes who are already keen to join in.
Another great performance from our male cricketers today. This time they played against the schools on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. They finished a brilliant 5th out of the 15 teams. Amazing work again!
It was a morning full of discovery for the Year 4’s as they were visited by the Discovery Dome Planetarium. They journeyed through the brain and visited some of the body systems they have been inquiring about during their Who We Are unit of inquiry. It was a fantastic experience that let the Year 4’s ‘see’ some of the organs and body systems they have been learning about
Year 5 have been inquiring into equivalent fractions. They made fractions with post-it-notes and then looked for patterns and rules to explain what they had made. This allowed them to make connections and show physical examples of equivalent fractions.
For the 3rd day in a row the Glenealy students have done us proud. This time it was at the Island Schools tennis tournament. All the players did amazing, especially Jake & Nathanael who won the division 2 competition and Luke & Liam who took silver in the division 3 competition.
This week Year 4 students began their mathematical inquiry into Space & Shape where they made some initial connections between 2D and 3D shapes. They then had to use a Venn Diagram to sort (and re-sort) and classify 3D shapes in a variety of different ways.
We were thrilled to welcome our new Year 1 children and their families for a delightful play visit! The children enjoyed exploring the Year 1 classrooms and patio, while parents had the chance to connect with one another and meet members of our PTA. It was a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit and excitement for the school year ahead!
Another fabulous day of sport from the Glenealy students. This time, it was the turn of the biathletes to wow in the pool and on the pavement at the Island Schools Biathlon race. Their hard work in training is evident in the fantastic results they produced today, especially Daniel, who took 1st place. Way to go biathletes!
Even the weather couldn't dampen the spirits of the Glenealy girls cricket team as they played in the Hong Kong and Island Schools cricket competition. Another morning of great performances from our newest school team!
Year 3 have been inquiring into how light travels. We went to the science museum and then when we came back we started designing our own experiments to test what happens when you block light and what reflecting light means. We have even created our own dark cave to help us explore!
Way to go Glenealy biathletes! This week, they took on FIS and won the top spots in both the A and the B team races. It was great to see so many supporters there to cheer Glenealy on. Especially the next generation of biathletes who are already keen to join in.
Another great performance from our male cricketers today. This time they played against the schools on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. They finished a brilliant 5th out of the 15 teams. Amazing work again!
It was a morning full of discovery for the Year 4’s as they were visited by the Discovery Dome Planetarium. They journeyed through the brain and visited some of the body systems they have been inquiring about during their Who We Are unit of inquiry. It was a fantastic experience that let the Year 4’s ‘see’ some of the organs and body systems they have been learning about
Year 5 have been inquiring into equivalent fractions. They made fractions with post-it-notes and then looked for patterns and rules to explain what they had made. This allowed them to make connections and show physical examples of equivalent fractions.
For the 3rd day in a row the Glenealy students have done us proud. This time it was at the Island Schools tennis tournament. All the players did amazing, especially Jake & Nathanael who won the division 2 competition and Luke & Liam who took silver in the division 3 competition.
This week Year 4 students began their mathematical inquiry into Space & Shape where they made some initial connections between 2D and 3D shapes. They then had to use a Venn Diagram to sort (and re-sort) and classify 3D shapes in a variety of different ways.
We were thrilled to welcome our new Year 1 children and their families for a delightful play visit! The children enjoyed exploring the Year 1 classrooms and patio, while parents had the chance to connect with one another and meet members of our PTA. It was a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit and excitement for the school year ahead!
Another fabulous day of sport from the Glenealy students. This time, it was the turn of the biathletes to wow in the pool and on the pavement at the Island Schools Biathlon race. Their hard work in training is evident in the fantastic results they produced today, especially Daniel, who took 1st place. Way to go biathletes!
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