Principal's Message

Dear KGV Families,

The spirit of togetherness and community has continued this week. It has been wonderful to see so many families join us for our rescheduled EOMD and Winter Concert. Being able to provide a showcase for our talented students helped to create an enjoyable end of term, with the exceptional performances lifting the spirits of everyone involved. 

Our fundraising efforts continued throughout the week, and the contributions of our parent community and the PTSA are very much appreciated. Some student groups have also started to volunteer to support the Tai Po community and we will continue to support in the new year.

Looking ahead to the start of next term, please be reminded the KGV field will be closed for renovations until August. This will include renovation of the Pavilion Changing Room. On days where students are timetabled for PE lessons, they will need to remain in KGV PE kit for the whole day.

The Y11 and Y13 groups will also have mock exams in January, and I hope they are able to take some breaks in between revision sessions over the holidays.

The first term of each academic year is a long and tiring one for all students, and I am sure they are ready to relax and enjoy the festive period with families and friends. During this time, I would encourage each student to reflect on their successes and consider how they have made strides forward to be their own remarkable. They should be proud of their achievements and reflective on areas for further growth.

Thank you for your support throughout this term, and I wish you and your families an enjoyable festive season.

Best regards,

Mark

It has been another incredible week of fundraising for victims of the Tai Po fire. Our students have engaged maturely and enthusiastically.

The Music concert, EOMD and interhouse cross-country have also been running this week, so it has been a busy and lively campus.

We wish all families a restful break and look forward to seeing students again on Monday, January 5th.

I have had a few concerning conversations this week with students worried about the Year 11 Mock exams. I shared the message below with all Y11 students yesterday. Please help your child to keep these internal practice tests in perspective so they are able to use them constructively to build towards the final exams.

Dear Year 11. It's important that you keep the mock exams in perspective. They are practice tests for you. Please treat them as a chance to test yourself and get feedback from your teachers. They will help you:

• Find gaps in your understanding
• Correct any misunderstandings
• Practise and get guidance on your exam technique
• Understand all the procedures for the final exams so there are no surprises.

The feedback will help you prepare for your finals. 

We're aware that some students get stressed and anxious about mocks. 

We want you to take them seriously and prepare well. That way, you'll get good feedback, and the revision will help with your learning. But remember, they are just for practice. 

Over the break, you should be doing regular revision, but also making sure you get rest, exercise, sleep and eat healthily. 

For reference: Y11 Mock timetable. Y11 Final exams timetable

Year 12 & 13 Message

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we reach this much-deserved winter break, it’s a great chance to pause and reflect on what has been a truly lively and engaging term for our senior students.

The unique character of KGV—that blend of valuing our history while driving forward with ambition—is clearest when you look at our Year 12s and 13s. Their commitment has been genuinely inspiring, whether it’s through the focused effort they put in every day in class, the fantastic leadership they show across school events, or the mature discussions they're having about university and their future paths. Every learning experience they jump into highlights the incredible potential they hold.

We know the senior school journey is a real team effort. Our dedicated teachers, the amazing Higher Education Team, and our support staff have worked tirelessly to provide the high level of teaching and emotional support that our Year 12s and 13s rely on. We are also grateful for the strong partnership we share with you, our parents, as we all work together to guide your young adults through these pivotal, exciting years.

A Focus on Examinations and the Break

For our Year 13 students, the break arrives at a critical juncture. I want to wish them all the very best of luck with their preparations for the mock exams in January. These exams are an essential stepping stone, offering crucial feedback that will inform their final steps towards the summer examinations.

My sincere hope is that all our senior students can achieve a crucial balance over the next few weeks:

• Enjoying quality time with family and friends.

• Resting and recharging for the intense term ahead.

• Revising consistently and strategically for their upcoming assessments.

We know that a well-rested mind is a more effective one. We encourage them to plan their time carefully to ensure they return in January feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the final half of the academic year.

Have a wonderful festive season, and I look forward to seeing the students return for the start of Term 2 on Monday 5th January.

Warm regards,

Term 1 Reports for Y11 and Y13

The term 1 summary report is now available in Lionel. 

The report summarises assessment grades and academic data for term 1.

Access the report from the ESF App. 
App > CCF > Progress Checks 

For students sitting mock exams in January, a report dedicated to those results and personalised feedback to help prepare for final exams will follow in February. 

For those families who did not meet with teachers already, Learning reviews will be available following the mock exams.

Following an immensely eventful and enjoyable term 1 for CAS Activities, it would be great to see an equivalent level of enthusiasm for the term 2 programs. There are still several CAS activities with available spaces that started in Term 1 and will continue into Term 2, so please ensure the students sign up. Allocation is happening early in the first week back after the Christmas break, so please see some notes about what happens next:

• Students can sign up for Term 2 activities until Sunday, 4th January 2026. Term 2 programs start the week of 12th January 2026
• For any activities that are oversubscribed, the system will randomly allocate students to ensure a fair distribution.
• Students/parents will receive an email/App message informing them if they have been successfully placed 
• If students are not allocated, they will remain on the waitlist and be notified when a space becomes available
  • Here are a number of our popular paid programs for term 2 that still have space:
  • Baking Term 2 - (Wednesday 15.30 - 16.45)
  • Golf Training at the HK Golf Club Term 2 (Tuesday)
  • Guitar for All Levels Term 2-3 (Monday)

Fees for the above activities are listed in the description. You will be notified on how to pay the provider to secure the spot. 

Remember to check the KGV CAS Activities website for all things related to the activities program (KGV CAS Website). Information about how to sign up, withdrawal, allocation and parental approval can be found here. 

Please note: Due to the upcoming pitch closure across Terms 2 and 3, the CAS program has made adjustments. This means that some development programs will not run during these terms, and training for certain sports may have to take place off-site. Students impacted by these necessary changes will be notified directly, and all relevant information will be shared with them and also made available on Lionel.

Finally, I would like to thank parents for your support in allowing students to take part in the CAS program. I would also welcome any feedback or suggestions you have to improve the CAS Program by identifying particular activities that you would like to see offered at KGV.

Dean Beard

CAS, Service Learning and Activities Coordinator

Due to student privacy protocols, we require parental consent before releasing student information to external organisations. Please complete this form to make a formal request. Requests will only be processed upon receipt of parental permission.

KGV’s standard lead time for teachers to prepare references is four working weeks from the date parental permission is received.

This process does not apply to higher education applications (i.e. university admissions). Those references are managed separately by the H.E. Team.

Gifted & Talented Programmes
Students interested in external extension programmes for specifically designed for gifted & talented students outside of KGV should refer to this website for guidance: https://sites.google.com/kgv.hk/kgv-extension-opportunities, instead of using the request form.

The KGV H.E. Team wishes you all a Happy Festive Season!

Link for term break: Forbes article: “College Admission Leaders Share Tips for Talking to Teens at the Holidays

YEAR 13
The H.E. Team has been busy supporting our Year 13 students for their university applications since the beginning of Term 1, including regular reminders to students about internal and external deadlines

UCAS – Internal deadline for students to complete their UCAS applications was 21 Nov. This would allow the H.E. Team to check student submissions and prepare all necessary documents before the UCAS equal consideration deadline on 14 Jan 2026. Any UCAS applications submitted and paid after 21 Nov will be processed by the H.E. Counsellors within seven school days after student’s submission.

Application to other countries: If students plan to submit any university applications during the term break, it is crucial that students inform their H.E. counsellor of the following details by the end of school day on Thu, 11 Dec:
- University Name and Programme
- Student’s Deadline
- Counsellor’s Deadline (i.e., the deadline for any supporting documents from the school)

YEAR 12
Smart Head Start for Your Post-Secondary Pathways: We shared with students and parents a checklist (attached) of activities to be completed over the term break. Completing the checklist will put students in an excellent position when we return in Term 2.

HE Visits @ KGV (Students ONLY)
7 Jan 2026 – Durham @ SSC1

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.

H.K.
22-25 Jan 2026 – HK Education & Careers Expo 2026

U.K.
Various dates: University of Cambridge – Webinar for international applicants
9 Jan 2026 – Royal Veterinary College on Tour Hong Kong – Prospective Student Session

EUROPE
15-16 Dec – Dutch University College Webinar

KGV Higher Education & Careers Team

Dear Parents,

On behalf of KGV Xueciety, our school’s student-led blood health advocacy group, we cordially invite all parents & alumni to our first-ever Blood Bank Day event on the 24th January*! (*date can be subject to change depending on donor turnout)

We’re partnering with the Hong Kong Red Cross to provide a unique, hands-on opportunity for the KGV community to get involved and participate in. By mobilising our collective power as a community, we’re able to support hospitals and provide life-saving healthcare to individuals within our wider community in Hong Kong.

Early round sign-ups close on the 15th December, so act quickly and secure your spot as a registered donor here: https://forms.gle/rvx53WJ5TcL2Gp4M9

If you have any queries, please contact angm2@kgv.hk (Astro, Senior Leader & Co-Founder) or wangj7@kgv.hk (Jack, Senior Leader & Co-Founder) for more information.

Yours sincerely,

KGV Xueciety Leadership team

End of Term Sports Summary

What a huge term for KGV Lions school sport! We extend our sincerest congratulations to all participants, coaches, teachers, and parents involved. Your dedication and support have made this a very successful term, with numerous teams competing fiercely across various leagues.

SWIMMING

ISSFHK Swimming Championships Highlights

Our swimmers achieved outstanding individual and team results at the recent ISSFHK Swimming Championships:

• Atlas Ayhan (U14 Boys): Secured 1st place in the 50m Breaststroke and 2nd place in the 50m Butterfly.
• Gabby Lutz (U16 Girls): Swept both the 100m Freestyle and 50m Freestyle, earning 1st place in both events.
• Khloe Yu (U16 Girls): Clinched 1st place in the 50m Butterfly.
• Ginny Yuen (U20 Girls): Took 2nd place in the 50m Breaststroke.
• Hannah Liu (U20 Girls): Achieved 2nd place in the 50m Freestyle and 3rd place in the 100m Breaststroke.
• Isabel Toller (U14 Girls): Earned 2nd place in the 50m Freestyle.
• U16 Girls Medley Relay (Khloe Yu, Katie Lee, Gabby Lutz, Chloe Tam): Secured an impressive 1st place finish.
• U20 Girls Medley Relay (Bianca Kwok, Hannah Liu, Ginny Yuen, Emily Blackshaw): Finished strong in 2nd place.
• U20 Girls 4x50m Relay (Bianca Kwok, Hannah Liu, Ginny Yuen, Emily Blackshaw): Finished in 3rd place.

FENCING

ISSFHK Fencing Championships

We had some great results at the fencing championships over the weekend. Highlights include;

Belva Cheung - 1st in U20 girls sabre

Blaydn Cheung - 4th in U14 boys sabre

U14 Boys - 2nd overall

Well done to all competitors

CRICKET

Senior Boys Cricket

The senior boys cricket team played their semi final on Wednesday afternoon. In a closely fought match, the team lost by a heart breaking 1 run. It was a great semi final and the team has had an exceptional season.

ISSFHK Season 1 Finals Results Summary

We saw incredible performances across multiple team sports, with many teams reaching the final stages of their competitions. Most of these teams compete in Division 1 of ISSFHK putting them against the best teams across international schools. Highlights include:

Well done to everyone involved in these teams for your outstanding effort and achievement.

ATHLETICS

HKSSF Athletics

Congratulations to our athletes for their outstanding achievements at the HKSSF Athletics Championships! Our Boys team finished 1st overall and earned promotion to Division 1 with 3rd in A Grade, 1st in B Grade, and 1st in C Grade. The Girls team narrowly missed out on promotion by just 5 points.

A comprehensive summary or results can be found in the December 5th newsletter.

Sports Currently Underway…

The momentum continues with several ISSFHK sports currently in progress:

• Basketball
• U16 Football
• Tennis
• X-country mini meets (championships 23rd Jan)

Additionally, many HKSSF sports are underway, including Badminton, Football, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball and senior boys and girls hockey.

Looking Ahead To Term 2 and 3: Training and Facilities

The next two terms will present significant challenges as the school field is being replaced, resulting in the loss of access to our field and hard court area. This means that some trainings and matches will need to be taken off-site and our development programmes will be reduced.

Students involved in teams will be informed of specific arrangements as soon as they are confirmed. We understand this requires flexibility, but we will persevere and continue to provide the best possible sporting opportunities for all our students. We look forward to the opening of the new turf!

We wish everyone an enjoyable Chrstmas break and look forward to more sporting success in the coming terms.

5 - 9 January 2026