Hong Kong international, private school enrolment grows amid drop in student numbers
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According to official statistics, enrolment at Hong Kong's international and private schools has increased for a third consecutive year, while the overall student population has declined. This growth follows the introduction of a government talent scheme in 2022. Kindergartens and local public primary schools are most affected by the decline, with 30 preschools (3% of all kindergartens) closing or set to close this academic year. The trend highlights the impact of talent attraction policies on educational demand.
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According to official statistics, enrolment at Hong Kong's international and private schools has increased for a third consecutive year, while the overall student population has declined. This growth follows the introduction of a government talent scheme in 2022. Kindergartens and local public primary schools are most affected by the decline, with 30 preschools (3% of all kindergartens) closing or set to close this academic year. The trend highlights the impact of talent attraction policies on...
Government talent scheme in 2022 led to increased enrolment in international and private schools.
A government talent scheme was introduced in 2022
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Enrolment at Hong Kong's international and private schools grew for a third consecutive year
South China Morning Post- Government talent scheme in 2022 led to increased enrolment in international and private schools.
- Local public schools and kindergartens are declining, with 30 preschools closing.
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Loaded language removedEnrolment at Hong Kong’s international and private schools grew for a third consecutive year following the introduction of a government talent scheme in 2022, despite an overall decline in the city’s student population, according to official statistics.
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Enrolment at Hong Kong's international and private schools grew for a third consecutive year
South China Morning PostA government talent scheme was introduced in 2022
South China Morning PostThe city's overall student population is declining
South China Morning PostKindergartens and local public primary schools experienced the most severe decline
South China Morning Post30 preschools (3% of all kindergartens) have shut down or are set to close this academic year
South China Morning Post