Fee increase confirmed

FRom the ESF:

The Executive Committee of the English Schools Foundation (ESF) have considered recommendations made to them by ESF’s Finance Committee preparatory to reaching a decision on the level of school fees for the 2007-08 academic year. The discussion was a long one because the Executive Committee were acutely aware of parents’ concerns about a fee increase – these were highlighted by the Chairman of the JCPTA, among others. However, the Committee believe they have a duty to strike a balance between maintaining affordability and ensuring that ESF schools continue to offer an excellent education.

Bearing in mind the investments required in both physical infrastructure and the quality of teaching and learning, we have determined that fees need to increase to the following levels with effect from August:
Primary – HK$54,300 ($5,430 x 10 months) – an increase of 5.44%Secondary – HK$85,000 ($8,500 x 10 months) – an increase of 2.91%

These fees are subject to approval by the Education and Manpower Bureau.