Former Kowloon British School

The Former Kowloon British School is the oldest academic building put in place for the children of foreign residents living in Hong Kong. It is positioned in 136, Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Kowloon. This historic school opened for education on 19 April 1902.

During the 1900's, Ho Tung who was later known as Sir Robert, granted a sum of 15,000 dollars to the local government in order to instigate a school in Kowloon. The vision of Sir Robert came true and as a result the school opened its doors for education by the Governor, Blake.

The Former Kowloon British School started off as merely a primary school that provided education for not more than 60 students. However by the mid 1930's the school grew rapidly and transformed itself in to a secondary school with about 300 pupils.

This unique school is built according to typical Victorian style architecture. However it was later revamped to comply with local climatic conditions. Therefore, special features such as high ceilings, broad verandas and pitched roofs were incorporated.

Since 19 July 1991, the Former Kowloon British School was known as a "declared monument". Currently the building that once housed the former prestigious school is home to the Antiquities and Monuments Office. Following the World War II, it was used by The Family Welfare Asscoiation and Tsim Sha Tsui Kaifong Association.

Some of the school's Principals were Miranda Main, E.Edwards, G.Hamilton, G.Nightingale, J.Ralston and so much more.

The main highlight of this outstanding colonial attraction is its hall that occupies a central position of the building. Teacher's rooms and class rooms are positioned on either sides of the main hall.

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