FAQs

GENERAL INFORMATION - After School Aquatics 

What is the HKIS ASA Swim Academy?

HKIS’s Co-Curricular program, called ASA Swim Academy, offers a variety of aquatic activities after school and on Saturdays including learn-to-swim lessons, learn-to-train sessions, water polo, and Junior Lifeguarding. All HKIS Primary and Middle School students, regardless of age, grade, or swimming ability, are welcome! To learn more about the program levels, refer to the HKIS PE Aquatics page.

Where do ASA Swim Academy lessons take place?

At the Repulse Bay campus’s state-of-the-art 25-meter swimming pool. The pool’s water and air are heated to 29-30C and the depth is adjustable to meet the needs of all our learners.

Will I get a refund if my child’s plans change? I would like to know Terms and Conditions before I register.

• By registering, you agree that your child participates at their own risk. HKIS, their employees, and coaches shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever arising from personal injury, illness or loss/damage to property.

• Students will not be accepted into a class until the registration fee has been paid or a credit applied.

• Once registration is finalized, fees are immediately due and payable. 

• All fees are non-refundable and no credit will be offered for withdrawals once students are accepted into a class.

• No credits or makeup classes will be provided should lessons be canceled: by the participant; because of inclement weather; by school closures or by other Department of Education / Government directives relating to after school activities, unless it be a special case approved by the Head of the School.

• By registering and/or attending a class, you agree that your child will abide by the above rules and regulations and any other procedures and protocols in place at any given time as communicated. By taking part in any of our classes you are agreeing that your child is fit to participate and understands that sport carries inherent risk of physical injury.

Can non-HKIS students register for the ASA Swim Academy?

Due to high demand and popularity, lessons are only offered to students of HKIS.

R1 AND R2 INFORMATION

What lessons does the Aquatics Academy offer for R1 and R2?

New and returning R2 students will be able to register for Aquatics Academy swim lessons without any prior screening or testing. Lessons will be offered on Saturday mornings. Groups are based on students' swimming abilities and water confidence.

The Aquatics Department follows a learn-to-swim program specifically designed for young learners. Games and playful activities are integrated into the program along with a wide range of fundamental swimming skills. Lessons for R1 students will be offered also on Saturdays during Term 2.

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS INFORMATION

The ASA Swim Academy offers Grades 6-8 students a Learn To Train group on Mondays, Water Polo on Wednesdays, an Artistic Swimming group on Fridays, and a Junior Lifeguarding group during Term 2. Middle School students need to make their own way to the Repulse Bay campus for 4pm classes. Those that are registered bus riders can submit a bus change for these days and easily arrive on time. For more information about MS buses please contact Ms Sally Yau at syau@hkis.edu.hk

When is my child’s class scheduled to swim as part of their curricular program in the 2023-2024 school year?

All Primary students take swim lessons as part of the HKIS Aquatics program at some point of the school year. Below is a general schedule. Your classroom teacher will provide you with more specific dates.

R1: October - November 2023

R2: August - September 2023

Grade 1: February - June 2024

Grade 2: February - June 2024

Grade 3: November 2023 - February 2024

Grade 4: February - June 2024

Grade 5: August - November 2023

How can I register my child for Swim Academy lessons?

The SchoolsBuddy platform is used for registration and payment for ASA Swim Academy, along with other HKIS activity programs. Families are required to set up a SchoolsBuddy account prior to registration day and become familiar with the platform. For help setting up an account contact help@hkis.edu.hk.

After School Care will take place from 3:00pm - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday in the Upper Primary Dining Hall (4th Floor). Students will be directed to their respective activities 5 minutes before they are scheduled to begin. All Grade 3-5 students registered in a 4:00pm Activity will automatically be registered for ASC. 

All Grade 3-5 students registered in a 4:00pm Activity will automatically be registered as eligible to attend ASC. You may however withdraw your child if you are not going to use it every week by completing this form

All Grade 3-5 students registered in a 4:00pm Activity will automatically be registered as eligible to attend ASC. You may, however, withdraw your child if you are not going to use it every week by completing this form

General FAQs regarding buses, dismissals, vaccination requirements for weekdays and weekends etc. are all located on the main Activities page - click here to be redirected.

Will I get a refund if my child’s plans change or classes are cancelled due to inclement weather or Government closures? I would like to know Terms and Conditions before I register.

• By registering, you agree that your child participates at their own risk. HKIS, their employees, and coaches shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever arising from personal injury, illness or loss/damage to property.

• Students will not be accepted into a class until the registration fee has been paid or credit applied.

• Once registration is finalized, fees are immediately due and payable. 

• All fees are non-refundable and no credit will be offered for withdrawals once students are accepted into a class.

• No credits or makeup classes will be provided should lessons be canceled: by the participant; because of inclement weather; by school closures or by other Department of Education / Government directives relating to after school activities, unless it be a special case approved by the Head of the School.

• By registering and/or attending a class, you agree that your child will abide by the above rules and regulations and any other procedures and protocols in place at any given time as communicated. By taking part in any of our classes you are agreeing that your child is fit to participate and understands that sport carries inherent risk of physical injury.

How do I check my child’s swimming level?

Swimming levels can be checked on the SchoolsBuddy platform. See this short tutorial video explaining how to check your child’s swimming level.