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Welcome to
IslandCA

Welcome to Island Christian Academy

We believe that Island Christian Academy is something
truly special – a Christian school dedicated to whole-child education,
where each student is empowered to flourish…

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Welcome from
Our Leadership

Welcome to Island Christian Academy! We believe that IslandCA is something truly special – a Christian school dedicated to whole-child education, where each student is empowered to flourish academically, physically, socially, and spiritually, located in the heart of Hong Kong Island.

We are excited about our students’ growth: not only their strong academic achievements and their high performance in independent assessments; but also their development into kind and generous members of our community who delight in learning from each other’s different cultural backgrounds, and who consistently support and encourage one another.

Since opening in 2012, IslandCA has strived to develop with excellence, building on Generations Christian Education’s more than 30 years of international school experience in Hong Kong and the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong’s more than a century of social services and educational ministry. We are proud to be Hong Kong’s first IPC Accredited School and an Accredited Member of the Council of International Schools.

We invite you to share in the diverse, nurturing, and joyful community that we are blessed with at Island Christian Academy. Our team looks forward, with anticipation, to facilitating and celebrating the growth of your child(ren) – developing a growth mindset and growing academically, physically, spiritually, and socially. This, of course, is in partnership with you as parents/guardians. We hope that you enjoy learning more about us on this website, and we welcome you to visit us in person on one of our school tours.

Blessings,

Jon Keelty (Principal), Joy Penner (Vice Principal), Becky Chau (Vice Principal), and Eleanor Cowling (Vice Principal)

Welcome from
Our Leadership

Welcome to Island Christian Academy! We believe that IslandCA is something truly special – a Christian school dedicated to whole-child education, where each student is empowered to flourish academically, physically, socially, and spiritually, located in the heart of Hong Kong Island.

We are excited about our students’ growth: not only their strong academic achievements and their high performance in independent assessments; but also their development into kind and generous members of our community who delight in learning from each other’s different cultural backgrounds, and who consistently support and encourage one another.

Since opening in 2012, IslandCA has strived to develop with excellence, building on Generations Christian Education’s more than 30 years of international school experience in Hong Kong and the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong’s more than a century of social services and educational ministry. We are proud to be Hong Kong’s first IPC Accredited School and an Accredited Member of the Council of International Schools.

We invite you to share in the diverse, nurturing, and joyful community that we are blessed with at Island Christian Academy. Our team looks forward, with anticipation, to facilitating and celebrating the growth of your child(ren) – developing a growth mindset and growing academically, physically, spiritually, and socially. This, of course, is in partnership with you as parents/guardians. We hope that you enjoy learning more about us on this website, and we welcome you to visit us in person on one of our school tours.

Blessings,

Jon Keelty (Principal), Joy Penner (Vice Principal), Becky Chau (Vice Principal), and Eleanor Cowling (Vice Principal)

VISION

So the next generation would know God, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children. Then they will put their trust in God and will not forget his deeds but will keep his commands. (Psalm 78:6-7)

MISSION

Island Christian Academy’s mission is…

  • To educate the whole child in a nurturing, vibrant and international community.
  • To cultivate individuals of character, compassion, courage and competence.
  • To inspire the next generations to be a global people of Christian faith, a people serving others.

VALUES

CHRIST CENTRED

(John 15:1)
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That in all we do and say, we will embody the mission and ministry of Christ; who through the constant messages of love, grace and truth, inspired and transformed those around him to seek excellence.

LOVING

(1 Cor 13:7)
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That we will love each other deeply, being motivated to serve all people, and be mindful of their interests and concerns. Love comes from God. It is more than mere feeling, it is a determination to empathise with others and act for their good. It is self-sacrificing and unconditional.

COMMUNITY

(Acts 4:31-32)
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We will reflect the essence of community, where acceptance and respect are our standards, in light of God’s love and truth. We will love and care for each other, tolerating our differences and guiding each other towards all truth, being mindful that God first loved each of us and desires us to be in relationship.

EXCELLENCE

(Phil 4:8)
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Through our collective actions and thoughts, we will strive for what is excellent. We will seek to do our best and try our hardest, not for self-promotion or praise, but that in our doing so we all reach and reflect the best standards to the world around us.

SERVICE

(Eph 6:7)
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As true leaders we will serve, beginning with a self-denying acceptance of the call to serve others. Imitating Jesus, we will submit to God in faithful expectation, as He then equips us to use our talents and skills creatively to serve others.

HOPE

(Isa 40:31, Lam 3:25)
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We will demonstrate that our hope is in God, He enables us to be courageous, assured and able to persevere. Hope is the end result of displaying perseverance. Confidence in the future comes from a person, Jesus, the “living hope”.

JOY

(Neh 8:10)
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Joy is a deep sense of delight, largely unseen, which remains regardless of circumstances. It is based on our hope in Jesus Christ.

Shared Vision

Building on our Vision, Mission, Motto, and Values, Island Christian Academy has developed the following Shared Vision for our Students which informs our day-to-day approach to guiding our students’ development.

The Story of
Island Christian Academy

In 2011, Generations Christian Education approached the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong with their proposed school concept, based on the long-held dream of the Small World Christian Kindergarten community for a Primary School founded on the same vision, mission, and values as the kindergarten. Through the collaboration of these two Christian organisations, Island Christian Academy welcomed its first students to the 70 Bridges Street campus in August 2012. Since that time, IslandCA has established itself as a thriving educational community in the heart of Hong Kong Island. The school is known for its strong sense of community, caring environment, and high quality learning, and has been recognised for excellence in implementing the International Primary Curriculum, being awarded accredited status in 2016 after just four years of operation. IslandCA became an accredited member of the Council of International Schools in 2019.

Island Christian Academy has strong roots in Hong Kong. Generations Christian Education has served internationally-minded families in Hong Kong for over 34 years, and operates and manages the school through a formal agreement with the school sponsoring body, the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong. The historic 70 Bridges Street school site dates back to 1912, when it was originally a youth hostel. Today, remnants of the original stone can still be seen in Island Christian Academy’s first aid room on the ground floor.

For more information, please visit the websites of Generations Christian Education or the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong.

The Story of
Island Christian Academy

In 2011, Generations Christian Education approached the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong with their proposed school concept, based on the long-held dream of the Small World Christian Kindergarten community for a Primary School founded on the same vision, mission, and values as the kindergarten. Through the collaboration of these two Christian organisations, Island Christian Academy welcomed its first students to the 70 Bridges Street campus in August 2012. Since that time, IslandCA has established itself as a thriving educational community in the heart of Hong Kong Island. The school is known for its strong sense of community, caring environment, and high quality learning, and has been recognised for excellence in implementing the International Primary Curriculum, being awarded accredited status in 2016 after just four years of operation. IslandCA became an accredited member of the Council of International Schools in 2019.

Island Christian Academy has strong roots in Hong Kong. Generations Christian Education has served internationally-minded families in Hong Kong for over 34 years, and operates and manages the school through a formal agreement with the school sponsoring body, the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong. The historic 70 Bridges Street school site dates back to 1912, when it was originally a youth hostel. Today, remnants of the original stone can still be seen in Island Christian Academy’s first aid room on the ground floor.

For more information, please visit the websites of Generations Christian Education or the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong.

Generations Christian Education is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Island Christian Academy. Generations is a not-for-profit organisation that has over 30 years of experience in education in Hong Kong, beginning in 1986 with Small World Christian Kindergarten and growing to include Norwegian International School, Island Christian Academy (In collaboration with the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong), and Small World (Generations) Playgroup. For more information about Generations, including career opportunities at Island Christian Academy, please visit our website.
Generations Christian Education Website

In Collaboration With

The Chinese YMCA was founded in 1901, with education ministries being a core part of its identity since 1908. The Chinese YMCA is committed to the belief that children need to grow in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA logo of a balanced triangle is a constant reminder that a balance of all three is vital to healthy living, and the organisation’s motto “To Serve, Not To Be Served” reminds us of the mission of Jesus, who “did not come to be served. Instead, he came to serve others” (Mark 10:45).
Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong Website

Work With Us

Careers at Island Christian Academy

Island Christian Academy’s passionate educators and dedicated support staff are at the heart of our dynamic, supportive learning community. We’re committed to lifelong learning, growth, and always seeking to improve our practices – which our International Primary Curriculum and Council of International Schools accreditations give testimony to.

We are located in Hong Kong’s bustling Sheung Wan, just a short walk from Central and with vibrant residential areas close by. Hong Kong is an international city drawing people from all over the globe, creating opportunities for a vast range of cultural experiences. Our city is well-known as a culinary and shopping destination, and also for its stunning harbour and rugged country parks.

Backed by the strong not-for-profit educational history of both Generations Christian Education and the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong, Island Christian Academy is a school that is deeply focused on serving our community.

We hope that you’ll join us as we serve together. Please click here for details of current openings.

CURRENT OPENINGS