YK Pao School is an international Chinese school, founded in memory of the renowned Hong Kong shipping magnate and philanthropist Sir Yue-Kong Pao. With over 1200 students, the school offers a unique Year 1-12 programme bringing together and integrating Chinese and international students, teachers, and curricula. The Secondary school offers a British-style boarding programme with a rich co-curricular programme including sports, the arts, and community service. The school's China Discovery Programme gives Year 9-12 students the opportunity for short-term enrolment at Pao School. Student study a combination of specialised courses in Chinese language, history and culture, along with a core academic programme in English. They live in the school's dormitories and share rooms with local Chinese classmates. The goal of the programme is to allow students to make substantial progress in Chinese language study, gain a deeper understanding of the culture and traditions of China, develop the skills to navigate effectively across different cultures, and develop a high-degree of independence, maturity, and decision-making skills.