Carmel School
Hong Kong
American with a Judaic Studies program
nursery though grade 8
bus/car
Pretty old brick colonial building on Borrett Road. Cramped with little outdoor space and poor facilities.
The standards are very low and the administration is cliquish and self-protecting. Very little is done with the idea of repatriation. The Israeli students fall behind, while the American/European students spend too much time on Judaic studies. No interest is taken in the host country and the experience of living in Hong Kong. Chinese is basically non-existent on the campus. This school has been disappointing and we can't wait to get back to school in the States.
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Beware. I cannot recommend this school unless you are an orthodox Jew who wants your children to be cut off from the vibrancy and diversity of Hong Kong. The teachers are poorly compensated and the school prefers local hires instead of traditional recruiting. This school was the worst mistake I have made on my family's behalf and I am not alone in this sentiment. Of course this is my opinion, I encourage you to examine the school and make your own decision. Keep the inconsistent class sizes in mind as well as the teacher turnover.
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