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The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.
At ESF, we are deeply engaged in what makes for a world-class education for now and for the future. To be an ESF Principal is to play a significant role in shaping this conversation. We are ambitious for our students, our people and our ESF family. Our Principals are key to realising our ambition and to our ongoing development and success.
We now seek a new Principal for ESF Discovery College, a vibrant and forward-thinking community and high-performing school. With a strong commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment, ESF Discovery College is renowned for its exceptional teaching practices, academic excellence, and innovative approach to education. The school cultivates success through a dynamic teaching team, driving advancement in both learning and teaching.
As an ESF Principal, you will be empowered to drive change, manage complex issues, innovate and continually improve outcomes. We seek a world-class leader who can build on Discovery College’s many existing strengths and lead it forward with vision and ambition. The appointee will offer significant senior leadership and management experience, strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrable track record in cultivating innovation. A commitment to contributing to the wider development and strategic direction of ESF as a member of the Executive Leadership Committee is essential.
We have engaged the services of a professional search firm, Perrett Laver, to assist us in this search. Should your profile align with our requirements and be of interest to us, representatives from Perrett Laver may reach out to you directly for further evaluation and discussion. We appreciate your understanding and interest in our organization.


The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.
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About Us
The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.
There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.


About the Team
Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.
The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.
The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.
The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.
The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.