ESF among 8 school operators that failed to meet non-local student targets
- Posted on April 7, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Hong Kong's Education Bureau has identified eight school operators struggling with international student enrollment, with some institutions recording non-local student percentages as low as 39%, significantly below the mandated targets ranging from 50% to 98%. This shortfall highlights challenges faced by educational operators in attracting and retaining foreign students, raising questions about school competitiveness and internationalization strategies in the region's education sector.
ESF among 8 school operators that failed to meet non-local student targets
Education Bureau says non-local enrolment at some schools dropped to as low as 39 per cent, well below required targets of 50 to 98 per cent.
