YK Pao Education Foundation to open YK Pao School Hong Kong,welcoming first students August 2026. Ceremony on May 29,2026, made it official,offering fresh educational option in region .
School aims to meet rising demand for international bilingual education. Focuses on well-rounded development. Its motto,"Learning with Joy,Living with Purpose," emphasizes not just academics but also cultural heritage and global awareness.
Launch event at Asia Society drew over 100 attendees . Among them,Dr. Christine Choi, JP,Secretary for Education. Family of Sir YK Pao, school's namesake, attended too,along with educational leaders,entrepreneurs,and students from Shanghai and Hong Kong campuses.
Education Bureau's support crucial for setting up school at 4 Rose Street,Kowloon. Helped shape curriculum and infrastructure,laying strong groundwork for its educational model .
During ceremony,speakers honored Sir YK Pao's legacy,highlighting his role in connecting Hong Kong,China with world. His contributions to education include founding Ningbo University and starting Sino-British Friendship Scholarship,helping many scholars broaden horizons.
Sir YK Pao's philanthropy left lasting mark,supporting libraries, universities,and community facilities. YK Pao Education Foundation dedicated to carrying on his vision. Focus on primary and secondary education,bringing together educators who believe in power of meaningful learning.
As YK Pao School Hong Kong prepares to open, it starts new chapter in education . Can it nurture students with compassion,integrity, purpose…?
