About Us
Supporting over 1,500 student placements in top UK Boarding Schools annually as Hong Kong’s most reputable consultancy.
A Trusted Partner for UK Boarding Schools
At Britannia, we believe that finding the right educational pathway is a deeply transformative journey. We are privileged to support students in transitioning to their ideal UK institutions, ensuring that each individual is recognised as a unique character and never just a number.
Our consultative approach is widely recognised for centering on what truly makes a young person happy and successful. By prioritising wellbeing alongside ambition, we guide families towards environments where their child can naturally thrive.
Why British Education
Academic Excellence
British boarding schools are globally renowned for their unparalleled academic rigour and rich educational heritage. By offering small class sizes, specialist teaching, and highly tailored academic support, these prestigious institutions cultivate intellectual curiosity, independent thought, and a profound passion for lifelong learning, ensuring every pupil reaches their full academic potential.
Global Qualifications
A UK boarding education provides students with gold-standard qualifications, such as A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB), which are universally respected by elite universities and global employers. With dedicated university preparation and expert guidance, our pupils consistently secure placements at leading institutions, including Oxbridge and the Russell Group, opening doors to premier opportunities worldwide.
Modern World Readiness
Beyond the classroom, British boarding schools deliver exceptional pastoral care and an expansive co-curricular programme, fostering the holistic development of every child. By living in diverse and supportive residential communities, pupils build extraordinary resilience, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence, shaping them into confident, adaptable global citizens who are fully equipped to lead in a dynamic modern world.
Britannia aims to raise standards in education consultancy through transparency, professionalism, and honest advice. Every recommendation we make is focused on one goal, finding the right fit for each student and supporting their success at every stage.
Samuel Chan
Founder & Visionary
Samuel Chan is the founder of Britannia and a key figure in Hong Kong’s education consultancy sector. He studied in the UK from age 9, earning degrees in Economics from the University of Nottingham and Warwick.
In 2013, he returned to Hong Kong and established Britannia, which has since helped over 8,000 Asian students gain places at UK boarding schools and universities, including Oxbridge. Samuel has dedicated his life’s work to crafting superior education pathways, helping students unlock prestigious international opportunities.
- 8,000+ Successful Student Placements
- British Council’s Outstanding Alumni Award Recipient
- Strategic Leadership at True North International School
- UK Educated (Nottingham & Warwick Alumni)
Growth and Recognition
- Hong Kong Emerging Service Brand (2015)
- Top Service Brand (2017)
- Premier Service Brand (2019)
Of Hong Kong students in UK Boarding Schools worked with Britannia