Principal's Message

Dear KGV Families,

I hope your child has enjoyed a good week, and had a positive start to this half-term. A key theme we have focused on is community, linking closely with the ESF concepts of personalisation, belonging and engagement.

It has been wonderful to see our students immersed in the preparations for Sports Day, with all students participating in trial events and our cheerleading teams ready to bring a real sense of vibrancy to the occasion. The strong house identity plays such an important role at KGV, capturing the heritage and ambition of the school whilst building a clear sense of community for all students.

The PTSA is another key aspect of our community, and the engagement of our committee is so supportive of our students and parents. After the success of the KGV Gala Dinner, the PTSA are now fully into planning for the Winter Festival on the 5th December. This is sure to be another memorable occasion and more details will follow soon.

Our celebrations committee also brought joy and vibrancy to KGV this week, bringing light and colour to our Diwali celebrations. Happy Diwali to those in our community who celebrate this festival, and I wish you all a joyful and prosperous time.

Have a good weekend ahead.

Best regards,

Mark

Year 10 & 11 Message

During the assembly this week, students were reminded of the importance of their well-being to help them be successful. Wellbeing starts with them, they should focus on sleep, steps and socialising to stay healthy and happy. We continued discussing ways to establish habits that will help them develop into the capable individuals they aspire to be. We asked students to notice the things they do connected with wellbeing this week.

Congratulations to Kana Leung on her successful tennis tournament in Thailand.

Year 10 students are reflecting on Metacognition as part of the Learning Blueprint studies this weekend. Please ask them to explain what this means.

On Monday, we will run a study skills session for all Year 10 students where we outline how grading and assessment work, how to manage their time to complete work and revise sustainably, the schedule for the Learning blueprint and WIN time, how to use Century Tech and AI effectively to support revision and some options information to start thinking about for Year 12.

On Monday, we will run a full options information session with Year 11 students to start them thinking about their pathways for Year 12.

Sports day is on Wednesday for students in Years 10 to 13. Students should wear PE kit and make their way to Kowloon Tsai Park.

Years 7 | 8 | 9

It’s great to be back on campus this week following the break. The campus buzzed today as students enjoyed early celebrations of Diwali. Please take note of details and dates for upcoming events below.

Sports Day - Monday October 20th
Yr 7,8 and 9 all attend Sports Day 8.00 am-2.00pm at Kowloon Tsai

Those travelling on a School bus will be dropped off and picked up at Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground. All other students (Yr 7-9) should make their way to the Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground for 8.00 am and swipe in with their Octopus on arrival.

Wednesday 22nd October (Year 10 - 13 Sports Day)  all Year 7-9 students will attend School and have regular lessons, following the normal School timetable. Those students travelling on a School bus will be dropped off and picked up at KGV School as normal and should swipe in their Octopus card as normal at School.

Year 9 Options
The process of Year 9 options will start next week. There will be an assembly for Year 9 on Thursday in the Hall to introduce this to students. There will also be an information session for parents in the evening of the same day. They will be choosing their four optional subjects across different blocks and information can be found on Lionel.

Upcoming dates:
Crozier & Rowell Spirit Week -  Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October.

Interim reports are available for all students. They provide feedback on engagement and learning to parents and tutors early in the year. They may also provide an early warning for students with issues across multiple subjects.

To access your child's report: ESF App >Lionel 2 VLE > CCF > Progress Reports

If the report raises any questions for you, please contact your child's tutor in the first instance.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The KGV Sports Day is taking place over two days this year. Year 7-9 students on Monday 20th October, and Year 10-13 on Wednesday 22nd October. 

Monday 20th October: Is a normal school day for Year 12 and 13 students. The lesson timings have been slightly modified with lunch at the end of the day to allow those students taking the school bus to walk to Kowloon Tsai at 1.30 pm, supervised by teachers. Alternatively, students may leave campus at 1.25 pm or stay for lunch at KGV School and be dismissed at 2.05 pm.

Wednesday 22nd October: All Year 12 and 13 students will participate in Sports Day at Kowloon Tsai from 8.00 am to 2.30 pm. Students taking the school bus will be dropped off and picked up at KGV School before walking to the Sports Ground, with teacher supervision provided

Students should wear their PE kits, and are reminded to bring a packed lunch, snacks, and a water bottle. Please note that food deliveries are not permitted, and valuables should be kept to a minimum.

KGV Sports Days are not just about competition; they play a vital role in building community spirit within KGV. Sports Day fosters teamwork, camaraderie, and school pride as students cheer for their peers and engage in friendly competition. We believe that these experiences help strengthen our school community and create lasting memories.

We are looking forward to two fantastic days filled with sportsmanship and community spirit!

Have a lovely weekend!

The KGV Higher Education Office coordinates all school references and grade summaries, including potential exit & summer programmes.

Due to student privacy protocols, we require parental permission before releasing student information to any external party. Requests will only be processed upon receipt of parental permission.

To request a school reference or grade summary, please complete this form, Please allow a minimum of four working weeks for teachers to prepare the references.

NOTE: This process does not apply to higher education applications, as those references are managed separately.

Students interested in external extension programmes outside of KGV should refer to the information on this website for guidance: https://sites.google.com/kgv.hk/kgv-extension-opportunities .

KGV Higher Education & Careers Team

YEAR 13

Link of the week: EducationUSA

Y13 1-1 H.E. meetings started since Mon, 18 August. Students are encouraged to book their appointments via Google Classrooms at the soonest.

UK Early applications. All UK Early applications for KGV students were submitted.

US applications – Early Decision & Early Action applications. Students should have inputted their list of applications into their Unifrog accounts by 13 Oct, to ensure that all necessary supporting documents are ready to meet individual institution’s application deadline. Failure to do so may result in applications not properly supported.

YEAR 12
Link of the week: UCAS Subject Spotlights

All Year 12 H.E. Google Classrooms are set up for students by their H.E. Counsellors. The Google Classroom will serve as the primary platform for sharing H.E.-related information.

In the meantime, students are encouraged to reach out with any questions related to higher education.

H.E. EVENTS shared via KGV Higher Education Events Calendar

KGV is not responsible for the quality of external events. All information is subject to change by event organisers.

HE Visits @ KGV (Students ONLY)
27 Oct – University of Bristol , Lunch @ LRC2
28 Oct – Indiana University, Lunch @ SSC1-2
13 Nov – Cornell University

H.K.
25 Oct – HKU Info Day
25 Oct – EdUHK Info Day
1 Nov – HKUST Info Day
1 Nov – Lingnan University Info Day

U.K.
Various dates in Oct – Cambridge Applicant Webinars Series
20 & 21 Oct – Discover Durham Live
21 Oct – Oxford In-person Info Session in HK
27 Oct – Durham University Archaeology Day
30 Oct – University of Bath Undergraduate Virtual Open Day

EUROPE
Various dates in Oct – Sciences Po Undergraduate Admission Webinar Series
Various dates in Oct – BIMM University Berlin – Virtual Open Evenings
29 Oct – Dutch University Consortium Webinar

U.S.A.
Various dates in Oct – USC UG Academic Virtual Info Session

CANADA
23 Oct, 4 Nov & 6 Dec – University of Toronto (HK) Foundation Scholarships Info Session

NEW ZEALAND
29 Oct – Massey University Webinar: What does the future of music sound like

KGV Higher Education & Careers Team

An Unforgettable Evening!

We are thrilled to share the remarkable success of our 130th Anniversary Gala Dinner, held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the iconic Regent Hong Kong. This special event was co-hosted by the school and the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), bringing together parents, staff, alumni, and key community representatives. We were also honoured to welcome distinguished guests, including Dr Christine Choi, the Secretary for Education of Hong Kong, alongside ESF senior leaders, ESF Board Members and School Council members.

The atmosphere was truly glamorous and electric! Guests enjoyed an evening brimming with captivating performances, exquisite cuisine and a true celebrative spirit. Our talented students and staff showcased their artistry, sharing the stage with professional entertainers to create a sensory feast. The night culminated in a vibrant performance by the Red Stripes, who have a strong connection with KGV and ESF.

The success of the Gala Dinner is a testament to the incredible spirit and generosity of everyone involved. A heartfelt thank you to our sponsor, the PTSA, performers, and every guest who contributed to making this night a milestone celebration! The funds raised through the auction will directly support student projects and scholarships, ensuring a lasting impact on our community. We will share more details through the school's social media and the following newsletters. Stay tuned for more updates.

Please click the links below to see some highlights from the incredible evening.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DPVvoaYCgIF/

https://www.instagram.com/p/DP3UF6MEk6W/?img_index=1

20 - 24 October 2025