It is the first international boarding and day school in Hong Kong and is the third in the Harrow family of schools in the Asia region. Harrow School in London, England (which was formally founded in 1572) is a top-notch, blue chip school. Harrow School Hong Kong seeks to replicate elements of the educational philosophy and practices from their London school such as high expectations of students and teachers; excellence in academic work; excellence and a high degree of participation in extra-curricular pursuits; high quality pastoral care; a genuine focus on the individual; and the development of leadership skills.