Enrollment Requirements
Connect to our Platforms
Course Selections
The School Day
Campus Security
Getting To and From School
School Uniform
School Lunches
Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)
Tuition Fees
Parent School Association (PSA)
Important Contacts

The following must be completed in order for your child to begin school. Please submit /complete the following before the first day of school if you have not done so.

• Visa – If your child is not a Permanent Resident of Hong Kong, a valid long-term Hong Kong Visa must be obtained and presented to the school before your child starts school.

• All students must be living with at least one parent who is in full-time residence in Hong Kong. If parents are not living with their child full-time in Hong Kong, a blood-related guardian with Hong Kong residency must be appointed. If a guardian is appointed, Guardianship Form A and B must be completed and signed.

– Form A (in English) / Form A (in Chinese) to be completed by Parents
– Form B (in English) / Form B (in Chinese) to be completed by Guardians
(Please also read the overview (in English) / overview (in Chinese) for our general policy on guardianship)

• Family Security Cards – Complete the Family Security Card Application Form here (see Campus Security section for more information).

• Tuition Fee Payment – Please see the Tuition Fee section for information on payment options.

• For safeguarding purposes, we require the email and Hong Kong local number of parents or guardians. To update your contact details, click here.

If you have any questions regarding any of these checklist items, please do not hesitate to contact your Admissions Manager. You can also reach the Admissions Office at +852 2500 8688 or via email at admissions@sais.edu.hk.

To maintain a close parent-school partnership, please log into our platforms and check them regularly.

You may refer to the “How to Stamford” Guide > for detailed instructions on logging into our platforms.

If you need help logging into our platforms, don’t hesitate to send an email to contact our ICT Team > – they will be happy to assist you.

COURSE SELECTIONS (Pre-Primary to Grade 10)

Please complete this form for all students to let us know your preferences:
https://stamfordamericanschool.formstack.com/forms/new_student_course_selections

PRE-PRIMARY TO GRADE 8 – Modern Language Preference

We offer students the option to learn Mandarin (or more commonly known as Putonghua using simplified characters) or Spanish. You may only choose one option. For example, if Spanish is chosen, the student will not have any Chinese lessons. Please complete this form online as soon as possible:

Note:
*Students who require English as an Additional Language (EAL) support are strongly advised not to select Spanish if their mother tongue is Chinese to allow for faster acquisition of English.

**Once the daily modern language lesson is confirmed (either Mandarin or Spanish), changes cannot be made within the same academic year.

GRADE 9 TO 10 – Course Selection Preference
While most courses for grade 9 and 10 are pre-set for you, you do have some preferences to indicate for three subjects: modern language, mathematics and the arts. The preferences you indicate below will be used together with conversations and documentation (past school records) to help build your schedule.

Stamford’s School Calendar can be found here.

Student attendance/ dismissal arrangement
Please inform the School Office of any absences via the Student Leave Request on iSAMS before 7:45 am. Early leave and changes in dismissal arrangements before 10 am. 

Please refere to the “How to Stamford” Guide for step by step instructions on submitting a leave request.

At Stamford, these constitute an Extended Leave and will require Principal approval:

• PP-G8: absence of five school days or more
• G9-G12: absence of three school days or more

Any extended leave request should be filed on the Student Leave Request. The School Office will then consult with the Principal and confirm your application via email.

At Stamford, we take security very seriously and want to ensure that all parents/guardians/helpers, as well as students and staff, have the proper identification needed to enter the campus.

Parents, guardians, helpers, and all students must have photo Security ID Cards. Each family (excluding students) is entitled to 3 Photo Security ID cards. Replacement of lost cards will incur a fee.

How to Apply

Please click here > to submit your student or family ID Card application.

Photo Requirements:
– One standard passport-size photo in high-resolution JPEG is required.
– Students must wear the Stamford school uniform in the photo.
– The suggested background is blue.
– The student’s head and shoulder should be shown.
– The student must be centered, and the image needs to be clear.

A note for Student ID cards:
August joiners: Please wait for student photo taking as school resumes.
Mid-Year Joiners: Please note that ID cards are printed in batches. If you require enrollment verification in the meantime, you may use the temporary ID card provided or request a letter from our School Office Team. For more information, please call 3467 4500.

Permanent Family Security ID Cards will be distributed to the student when they are ready, upon receipt of your registration form. Permanent Family Security ID Cards will include individual photos.

Temporary Student ID Card & Family Security ID Cards
– Will be distributed on the first day of school.
– Temporary cards do not have individual photos printed on them.

Ho Man Tin Campus (Pre-Primary – Grade 8)

Families are strongly encouraged to walk, use the school bus (Ho Man Tin Campus), or take public transport, as there is no parking available on campus and only limited public parking nearby, with congestion expected during peak hours. Private vehicle drop‑off requires prior approval. For safety reasons, Elementary students must be collected by a parent or authorized caregiver, while Secondary students may travel independently with parent approval.

School Bus Registration

Register for the Semester 1 Bus online here.

For further information, please contact Stamford’s Transport Team at transport@sais. edu.hk. Castle Brothers can be contacted for inquiries after confirmation by email: castlebrothers2018@gmail.com

West Kowloon Campus (Grades 9-12)

West Kowloon Campus is located in a residential complex, and we strictly prohibit private cars drop-off at the peak hours of morning arrival and afternoon dismissal. If you must drive, the nearest drop-off point would be Olympian City 1.

There is no school bus service for the West Kowloon Campus. High School students are encouraged to walk to and from school independently. We recommend that students take public transportation and walk to school. The nearest MTR station is Olympic Station.

The personal appearance of Stamford students should reflect respect for the school and the international community so as not to distract from their learning. Stamford is a place of work and study, and therefore, appropriate dress is neat, clean, modest, and in good repair.

All students are expected to wear the full school uniform at all times, including during online learning, field trips, and on school buses. Please ensure that all items belonging to your child are clearly labeled with your child’s name, such as hats, uniforms, backpacks, water bottles, etc. You may embroider or personalize your child’s hat to help them easily identify their belongings. Students should come to school in their PE uniform on their PE lesson days. 

As the temperature changes, students may wear the winter uniform when they see fit. Students are expected to wear full school uniforms at all times, so if wearing winter trousers, please also wear the winter polo shirt.

The full uniform policy is printed in the Parent and Student Handbook.

Purchasing

Our school uniform is supplied by Aston Wilson Limited. Uniforms can be purchased online for pick-up or delivery, or via post. Please use Stamford American School’s School Code for online ordering: [SAISD54PV].

 Families may also visit the store in person.

Aston Wilson is located at:

• 2/F Will Strong Development Building, 59 Parkes Street, Jordan, Kowloon
  Tel. (852) 2523 2517 | WhatsApp: 9540 2814
  
• 8th Floor, China Pacific Industrial Building, No.10 Wing Hong Street, Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon
  Tel. (852) 3598 0073 | WhatsApp: 9540 2814
  

For uniform information, please click here for details.

Meals and Cafe

Students are required to bring a healthy snack to school each day. They may also choose to bring a packed lunch from home or purchase lunch through our school catering service, Sodexo, who provide a range of balanced meal options for students across both campuses.

Due to health and safety on both campuses, no lunchbox deliveries will be accepted.

Sodexo Lunch menus for August to September:

• HMT Campus Lunch Menus > (for PP-G8)
• WK Campus Lunch Menus > (for G9-G12)

About School Lunch

• PP-G3: Students having school lunch must pre-order their meals. The chosen meals will be set out for them during lunchtime. *Please refer to your unique login information sent in your Welcome email. 

PP – G3 Next Step:

• Read this short Sodexo Mobile App Guide >.
• Download the App by scanning the QR code in the guide or search for “Sodexo ( Hong Kong) by HKT” on the Google Play Store > or App Store >.
• Log in with your child’s unique ID.
• The system will require you to change your password on your first login.
• Payments should be settled immediately on the App after selecting the meals.
• G4-G5: Students may buy lunch at the canteen (accept Octopus Card only). Pre-ordering meals will be available from October 2026.

• G5: Students may purchase hot soup noodles from the Noodle Station during lunch (payment by Octopus Card only).

• G6-G12: Students will buy their lunch at the canteen or Noodle Station (payment by Octopus Card only). No pre-ordering available.
  • Lion Cafe Access: Secondary students may purchase snacks and drinks at the Lion Cafe during designated times approved by the Principals (accept Octopus Card only).

Water Bottle 
Please provide your child with a refillable water bottle labeled with your child’s name and class code.

Stamford offers a variety of after-school and team activities from 3:00 – 5:00 pm as part of our CCA Program, to enhance students’ experience and allow time to explore interests in a structured way. CCAs run three times a year to enable students to maximize the breadth of activities offered. Registration information for each term will be shared with families. Registration for CCA will take place on the SchoolsBuddy App.

Mid-year joiners can contact the CCA Team > for support. CCA information will be shared before each term.

CCA TRANSPORT FOR HO MAN TIN CAMPUS (PRE-PRIMARY – GRADE 8)

CCA buses will drop students off at limited central points and taking the CCA bus will incur an additional cost. Parents will receive CCA bus pricing at time of CCA enrollment.

TUITION FEE SCHEDULE
Information about tuition fees and payment can be found here. If you have any questions, please contact our Finance Department at finance@sais.edu.hk or contact +852 2500 8613.

DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLAN
Tuition fee invoices are issued per semester and are payable by monthly direct debit. Please contact our finance team > for the Direct Debit Authorization Form. Please note that setting up the Direct Debit with your bank may take 6-8 weeks, so we recommend you start this process as soon as possible.

Stamford’s Parent School Association (PSA) partners closely with the school to create a sense of belonging for students and families.

VOLUNTEERING

The Executive Committee of the PSA has established sub-committees to support the work of the PSA, aligned with the school’s guiding statements and strategic direction. These sub-committees include the following:
• School Liaison
• Social / Events
• Careers and Community Links

If you are interested in volunteering with the PSA or any of the sub-committees, or want to get more involved but aren’t sure how, please contact the PSA by email at PSA@stamfordamerican.edu.hk. You will be contacted about upcoming opportunities to get involved in the school community. 

STAMFORD COMMUNITY CONNECT FOR NEW FAMILIES

We believe in building a cohesive, engaged parent community in Stamford that supports and enriches our students’ development. We also recognize that it can be a daunting time for parents who are new to our school community.

Through Stamford Community Connect, the PSA offers the opportunity for new parents to connect with our existing families, to share their experiences, and to exchange their knowledge. Similar to a “buddy” arrangement, we hope this will provide another avenue for new families to settle in. New families, please register your interest here.

For more information reach out to PSA at PSA@stamfordamerican.edu.hk

You can reach out to the below individual contacts if you have any questions. We are happy to help.

School Office – Short notice absence, CCAs, family ID card, update family contact, lost & found
E: schooloffice@sais.edu.hk
T: 3467 4500

Admissions – Questions about capital levy, enrolling siblings
E: admissions@sais.edu.hk
T: 2500 8688

Finance – Change in billing details, payment method, questions about charges or credits
E: finance@sais.edu.hk
T: 2500 8613

Health Center – Change in medical information, sharing of absence details, vaccinations
E: nurse@sais.edu.hk
T: 3467 4512

ICT Help (Troubleshooting) – School platform connection issues, anything related to devices
E: ICThelp@sais.edu.hk
T: 3467 4500

Transportation enquiries – Bus routes, bus fees/payments, schedules
E: transport@sais.edu.hk
T: 3467 4500

School Bus Service After confirmation (Castle Brothers)
E: castlebrothers2018@gmail.com
T: 2555 2088

School Lunch 

School Uniform (Aston Wilson)
W: https://www.sais.awlonline.com.hk
T: 2523 2517

Communications – General question, suggestion/feedback. If you are unsure who to contact – contact us!
E: communications@sais.edu.hk

Homeroom/Advisory Teacher – Questions about the child’s progress, learning, and well-being, wanting to connect with a specialist teacher.