Primary School education at Hiba Academy Hangzhou is founded on the vision and educational model for the College. The Hiba Values shape the learning journey experienced by pupils, while themes of bilingualism and Chinese culture and heritage are central to the way the curriculum has been designed.

Learning in Primary School is designed to build upon the experience in the Early Years phase of the school. We know that learning is richest when it is meaningful and coherent. The Primary School's curriculum is designed to ensure that there is a strong connection across all areas of learning. Pupils follow the Wellington College Education (China) immersion model in which pupils experience about 50% of their knowledge in Chinese and 50% in English. However, the learning is connected, so language acquisition is complementary. This is achieved by using the Zhejiang Province and Chinese National Curriculum as a rigorous framework and weaving into this the very best bilingual and primary practices from around the world.

In Grades 4 to 5, pupil learning is structured around a rigorous study of subject areas with bilingualism woven into the curriculum in a unique and challenging way. Pupils will study a broad curriculum including Chinese, English, maths, sciences, arts and technology-related subjects, with the opportunity for weaving learning together through a unique thematic approach within the curriculum.

As pupils approach Senior School whilst in Grade 6, learning is more structured around approaches to learning and curriculum content which is devised to establish the characteristics, aptitudes and learning skills needed to excel in all curriculum areas. The curriculum is structured to prepare pupils for a demanding and challenging Senior School education.

Pupils benefit from entering the House system in Grade 4, where their personal development is supported through a House Master and tutor who plays a fundamental role in guiding pupil learning and progress, along with social and emotional development.