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Anfield International Kindergarden - Kowloon Tong

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Ages 2 - 5 years

Fees HK$91,000 - 165,000

Type Co-educational

Anfield International Kindergarten in Kowloon Tong provides a British curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for children aged two years and eight months to over four years. The school operates within a self-contained, two-storey building that includes a well-stocked library, a specialist music room, and a drama and activity space. A garden and outdoor play area further support physical development and learning outside the classroom. The school is distinctively known for its Catholic foundation and the motto "Educating Hearts and Minds," aiming to foster character and faith alongside academic skills. Programmes include Kindergarten 1, 2, and 3, with options for half-day or full-day sessions. The curriculum emphasizes English language acquisition while incorporating Chinese Studies, Physical Education, and Music. Notably, the school maintains a specific ratio of one teacher for a maximum of ten pupils to support individual student growth.

Location

Anfield operates across four Hong Kong campuses: Kowloon Tong, Whampoa, Tai Wai, and SBKY. The Kowloon Tong campus is located at 5 Cumberland Road, Kowloon Tong. The Whampoa campus is at Laguna Verde Avenue, Laguna Verde, Whampoa Hung Hom. The Tai Wai campus is at No.1 Lung Pak Street, Tai Wai, Shatin, New Territories, and the SBKY campus is at Castle Peak Road, Mai Po, Yuen Long.

Stages

The school offers early-years provision at Kowloon Tong and Whampoa (Anfield International Kindergarten and Nursery) and primary provision at Tai Wai (Anfield School) and SBKY (Anfield St. Bosco Koon Ying School). This structure covers the full progression from early years to primary within the Anfield group.

Type

Anfield is a co-educational Catholic day school. The SBKY campus explicitly serves SEND pupils in a Catholic, inclusive setting.

Additional learning support

SEN provisions include a dedicated SENCO, who works at the Whampoa campus two days a week; an Inclusion Coordinator; 1:1 or small-group support via a Bosco Bears class; on-site Preschool Rehabilitation Services (OPRS) in partnership with NGOs; and on-site speech and language/occupational therapy through external providers.

Country affiliation

The curriculum is British-based, following the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and English National Curriculum influences; the school presents itself as a British-style international school in Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation

Catholic ethos and values underpin the school community.

School day structure

The school day runs from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Snack and lunch arrangements vary by stage: kindergarten/nursery receive on-site snacks; primary students bring their own snacks and lunches are brought by parents for full-day attendance.

Bus service

A school bus service is available for the Kowloon Tong campus (routes depend on parent requests and do not cover Hong Kong Island); the service is arranged with external providers and is independent of Anfield. There is also a bus option to Tai Wai (routes set by parents) and a bus option to SBKY (Yuen Long) leveraging SBKY staff on board to assist children. All travel arrangements require adult supervision for drop-offs/pickups.

Boarding Arrangements

Anfield International School does not offer boarding. There is a school bus service for the campuses, with routes arranged by parent requests and not covering Hong Kong Island. In kindergarten, there is a mandatory busing policy: all students are expected to use the school bus or safe public transport, and all children must be accompanied by an adult to and from school.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required for all Anfield pupils and include the Anfield uniform, a school sunhat, and an Anfield school bag. Items should be clearly labelled with the child's name, and jewellery is not allowed for safety reasons. Uniforms can be purchased by sending an order form and cheque to the Administration office or by visiting in person; cheques should be made payable to Timeless Workshop Ltd.

Food Options

Kindergarten and Nursery students are provided with healthy snacks each day, while Primary students bring their own snack. Lunch is not catered on site; full-day students must provide lunch, and there are no on-site catering facilities. Mealtimes are conducted in a comfortable setting with staff support.

House System

Anfield School uses a four-house system: Faith, Hope, Love and Charity. Houses compete across academics, sports, drama, and community activities, with house points awarded by staff and displayed during celebrations; term trophies are awarded to the winning house. Year 6 students elect House Captains and Vice Captains to lead their houses.

Governance and Ownership

The Anfield School Board governs the four campuses, with board members acting in the best interests of the schools and not managing day-to-day affairs except for non-educational matters. Shui Wah Education Institute Limited is the official governing body that holds the registration of Anfield International Kindergarten, Anfield International Nursery, and Anfield School with the Education Bureau.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

SEL is embedded within Anfield's values-based education. The Our Ethos page describes learning as a values-based, caring community that promotes respect, self-motivation, resilience and social responsibility in a safe and inclusive environment. Social-emotional learning is explicitly supported through dedicated SEL activities and peer-support opportunities across campuses. The ethos highlights nurturing relationships, collaboration and empathy as daily practice to support social and emotional development. The aim is for students to develop self-confidence, positive relationships and resilience in learning and life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Anfield describes its Whampoa campus as an inclusive school that welcomes children with varying levels of need and provides differentiated services to scaffold learning. A Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) works at the Whampoa campus two days per week to support learning and advise staff, including working with individuals or small groups in a push-in/pull-out model. An Inclusion Coordinator also works two days per week to support the learning of all students and provide strategies to teachers. For students needing extra support, 1:1 or 1:2 shadow support is available, delivered by teaching assistants in collaboration with the class teacher. On-site Preschool Rehabilitation Services (OPRS) provide on-site speech and language therapy and occupational therapy through partnering NGOs. The school is described as inclusive rather than a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The Language Centre provides development of English and Mandarin; classes are available for students aged 3-6 years and are held at the Kowloon Tong and Whampoa campuses. This indicates formal language support as part of the school's early years provision. At the primary level, English is prioritised as the language of instruction, with a strong emphasis on Putonghua Chinese as well. These elements show that English language development and EAL-style support are part of Anfield's programme.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the school's emphasis on social-emotional learning within its values-based approach. The Ethos highlights nurturing, empathy, respect, collaboration and peer support as core elements of everyday learning, contributing to students' wellbeing. The goals and learning framework stress resilience, self-motivation and personal growth, reinforcing mental wellbeing as part of academic and personal development. The explicit reference to dedicated SEL activities confirms a structured approach to students' emotional and social health.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is positioned as a top priority, with a commitment to keeping children safe from harm and promoting their welfare. The policy states that the welfare of the child is paramount and that staff and volunteers understand their safeguarding roles, receive appropriate training, and respond to concerns in accordance with procedures. Responsibilities for safeguarding are shared across staff, with specific leaders taking the lead and ongoing actions to protect students across campuses. Robust safeguarding arrangements and procedures are in operation at all times.

Admissions

1. Initiate contact and arrange a campus visit. Prospective parents are invited to arrange an individual visit to the School or attend an Open Day to get a real sense of the environment and meet key staff. This step helps families understand the school's ethos, class structure, and whether the setting suits their child.

2. Submit the online application and pay the application fee. Parents complete the application form online and pay a non-refundable application fee of HK$1,000 if their child is not already enrolled in Anfield International Kindergarten. The application fee does not guarantee a place. Admission is at the Head of School's discretion.

3. Attend the entry interview/assessment. Candidates for Year 1 are invited to attend an interview (individually or in small groups, typically starting in November for August entry). Year 1 entry is scheduled for August, while applications for other years may involve assessment and/or interviews throughout the year. For applicants with SEN or where SEN is considered, an individual screening may be used and additional documentation may be reviewed.

4. Understand selection and oversubscription criteria. If the School is oversubscribed after the entry assessment, priority is given to: native English speakers; children attending Anfield International Kindergarten; siblings of current Anfield students; a parent's full-time employment with Anfield; and the date of receipt of a complete application. The School states that no child will be treated unfavorably on grounds of race, nationality, gender, religion, disability, or socio-economic status.

5. Receive an offer and complete registration. If a place is offered, admission is subject to the Head of School's decision and a closing date for acceptance will be provided. To confirm entry, parents must submit a signed Acceptance Form and pay the non-refundable Registration Fee and the Tuition Deposit immediately. The Registration Fee is credited toward the first term's fees, and the Tuition Deposit is credited toward the last term's fees. Both are non-refundable if the place is not taken up.

6. Finalize entry requirements and onboarding. Upon acceptance, it is required that the child be in the appropriate age band for Year entry and, where applicable, provide documentation related to identity (Hong Kong ID or passport with residency status). If English is not the child's first language, the School notes that English as an Additional Language (EAL) support may be provided at additional cost to parents. Confirmation of entry includes completing the process and timely notice if withdrawing.

Scholarships

There is no scholarships program described in the current admissions materials for Anfield School.

Waitlist

If the number of registrations for a particular class reaches capacity, the class list is closed and a waiting list is brought into operation. This waiting list is used to fill vacancies as they arise after offers and along the admission cycle. The waiting list policy is described as part of the admission procedures to manage oversubscription.

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Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section)

Instructs in English

Ages 6 - 12 years

Pupils 900

Type Girls School, Co-educational

Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) is an all‑girls Catholic day school located at 130 Waterloo Road in Kowloon. The school began as a kindergarten on 11 February 1925 and, as enrolment grew, opened in a dedicated campus in 1937. Since 1997 the Primary Section has operated as a whole‑day, non‑boarding school for students in Primary 1–6. The school runs a school‑based curriculum designed by its Curriculum, Learning and Teaching Committee, with emphasis on holistic development, values education and STEAM‑oriented learning. English is the language of instruction in the English language curriculum; Chinese is taught as a separate subject, and Putonghua (Mandarin) is offered as an additional language. The Principal is Ada Chan. The school serves girls aged approximately 6–12 and provides a wide range of ECAs and clubs, including Debate Team, Drama Club (Cantonese) and STEM Club.

Location

The Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) campus is located at 130 Waterloo Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong. It sits in the Kowloon Tong area, within Kowloon City District. Access is via Boundary Street for some admissions events, indicating the campus border and gate near Boundary Street.

Stages

The Primary Section covers the early years from Primary 1 to Primary 6. It sits alongside the Secondary Section, which serves grades from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6, forming a two-section school.

Type

The school is a girls-only Catholic institution operating as a day school. It is part of the Maryknoll Convent School system and does not function as a boarding school.

Additional learning support

The Primary Section participates in a school-wide approach to inclusive education. A dedicated Student Support Team coordinates support for learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and works with teachers and families, including access to professionals such as educational psychologists and speech therapists. Early identification and examination accommodations are among the measures described in school materials.

Country affiliation

There is no formal country affiliation; the school operates as a local Hong Kong Catholic school.

Religious affiliation

Catholic, affiliated with the Maryknoll Sisters. The school identifies as a Roman Catholic institution in Hong Kong.

School day structure

The school day typically starts around 8:00 a.m. and ends around 2:50 p.m., with a lunch break from 12:05 p.m. to 1:05 p.m. The Primary Section runs a full daytime schedule with multiple periods per day.

Bus service

Public information does not list a dedicated Maryknoll bus service for the Primary Section. Families typically use public transport or private arrangements. The campus area is served by nearby MTR options (Kowloon Tong Station) and bus routes around Boundary Street and Kowloon City. Example transit options near the school include Kowloon Tong Station and several bus routes in the area.

Application fees

- No application or registration fee is charged as part of the Primary One application/registration process; the published Primary One registration procedure does not list any application fee.

Tuition and school fees (by year group and per term)

- Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) is a government‑subsidised (aided) primary school and does not charge a school tuition fee for P1–P6. Annual tuition / school fee: HKD 0 for all year groups (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6). Per term tuition: HKD 0.

- The school does levy an annual 'tong fai' (school composite/activity) charge of HKD 6,000. This is reported as the school's published annual tong fai for the current school‑charge listing.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The tong fai is published as an annual charge (HKD 6,000). The school's public materials and the school charge summary do not list a detailed invoicing schedule or term-by-term billing dates for the tong fai. Parents should note the tong fai is described as an annual school charge.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Boarding is not offered by Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section); there are no boarding or accommodation fees. The school is a day primary school and published facility lists do not include boarding.

Other compulsory or recurring charges

- PTA fee: HKD 100 per year (published as the Parent‑Teacher Association annual fee).

- Other standard charges (listed school fee, other charges, approved charges for non‑standard items) are shown as not specified in the school charge summary; optional items commonly paid by parents (examples: school uniform, lunch, school outings, instrument hire or external activity fees) do not have fixed amounts published in the school's annual charge summary.

Refunds and fee remission

- There is no separate published refund policy for the tong fai or PTA fee in the school's publicly posted documents. Education reporting notes that the Education Bureau requires schools charging tong fai to provide fee remission/waivers for families with financial difficulty; the school's tong fai must be administered in line with that requirement. Specific refund or remission arrangements (timing, eligibility, documentation) are not detailed in the school charge summary.

Fee payment options and contact for payment queries

- The school's public pages and the annual charge summary do not specify payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, autopay). For payment arrangements or accepted payment channels, the school lists direct contact details: telephone numbers and a general school email address for enquiries. Use the published school contact details to confirm acceptable payment methods.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) supports social and emotional learning (SEL) through a whole-school mental health strategy aligned with the Education Bureau's 4Rs framework (Resilience, Rest, Relaxation, Relationships), with Gratitude added as a fifth pillar. The school operates a 4R Team and a Counselling Team as part of its Student Wellbeing structure. It launched the Maryknoll Mindfulness Patterns to help students unwind, focus, and cultivate calm; mindfulness practice has been extended across grades and corridors. It runs resilience, emotion-understanding and stress-management activities, and a Grace & Courtesy Campaign to strengthen social skills. The One-off Grant for Mental Health at School supports these universal and targeted actions, with documentation in the annual mental health report detailing school-wide routines and individual support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Primary Section publicly discloses support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students as the main SEN-related provision. An assigned dedicated teacher or team coordinates NCS support and related learning. The School Support Summary for 2023/24 shows modes such as pull-out learning, split-class or co-teaching, increased Chinese lesson time, and a school-based Chinese language curriculum. Additional measures include Chinese learning groups, bridging courses, paired-reading schemes, and peer cooperative learning, as well as home–school cooperation measures to support NCS families. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a dedicated SEN unit.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EAL: The school's English as an Additional Language support stems from its NCS education support framework, coordinated by a dedicated teacher/team. It uses in-class and pull-out approaches to Chinese language learning as part of Chinese acquisition for NCS students, and supports a school-based Chinese language curriculum and adapted materials. Other measures include Chinese learning groups, bridging courses, paired-reading schemes, and peer cooperative learning, with home–school cooperation to assist families. The School Support Summary for 2023/24 confirms these arrangements and the Education Bureau funding for NCS support.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is addressed through a Whole-School 4Rs framework (Resilience, Rest, Relaxation, Relationships) with Gratitude as a fifth pillar. The 4R Team, Counselling Team, and Value Education Team deliver wellbeing initiatives, including resilience workshops, mindfulness-based programming, and stress-relief art and activities. Maryknoll Mindfulness Patterns (Zentangle-inspired patterns) and Nagomi Pastel Art workshops provide structured techniques for calming and focus. Sleep and rest routines and the Grace & Courtesy Campaign support relationships and emotional regulation. The One-off Grant for Mental Health at School funds these actions and related resources, with formal reporting in the School's mental health documentation.

Safeguarding

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.

Admissions

1. Decide your admission path for Primary 1. Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) uses two main entry routes: Central Allocation (EDB) and Special Admission (school-based). For Central Allocation in 2026, the Education Bureau will inform eligible families in mid‑January 2026 to make school choices via the POA e-platform, and those bound to their ePlatform account with iAM Smart+ may submit the Choice of Schools Form electronically. Special Admission is a separate route; details are published on the school site in mid‑May each year.

Waitlist

The school's Primary One process operates through Central Allocation (EDB) and a School-based Special Admission route, followed by a Discretionary Places (DP) process handled by the school. The Education Bureau central allocation allocates places “as far as possible” based on parental choice, and the school publishes DP results as part of its allocation process.

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Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)

Instructs in English

Ages 12 - 18 years

Pupils 841

Type Girls School

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is an aided girls' school located at 5 Ho Tung Road in Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Secondary Section sits on the same Kowloon Tong campus as the Primary Section (primary at Waterloo Road) and moved to 5 Ho Tung Road in 1960 to accommodate increasing student numbers. The school follows a six-year, Form 1–Form 6 curriculum under a school-based curriculum framework designed to align with the Hong Kong education system and to support a seamless transition from junior to senior secondary education. English is the primary language of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese language taught as part of the core program. The school offers a broad range of co-curricular activities, including leadership opportunities through the Student Association, performing arts ensembles (e.g., choir and orchestra), and service-oriented clubs; it also participates in joint-school exchanges and competitions. The principal is Meimei Chan (as of August 2025).

Location

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is located at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Kowloon Tong is a residential district with good public transport links. The school is within walking distance of Kowloon Tong MTR Station and is served by multiple bus routes and minibuses.

Stages

The Secondary Section runs a two-tier program: a Junior Curriculum for the lower secondary years and a Senior Curriculum for the upper years (Form 4 to Form 6). The Junior Curriculum and Senior Curriculum pages outline the structure and offerings for each level.

Type

The school is an all-girls institution in the Hong Kong education system. It is an aided school and is operated by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited, with a Catholic identity emphasized in its values and sponsorship.

Additional learning support

The school provides Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with annual summaries of the support provided (e.g., 2024–2025). Facilities for Additional Learning Needs include ramps, an accessible lift, and accessible toilet facilities.

Country affiliation

No formal country affiliation is stated. The school is a Hong Kong-based institution run by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited.

Religious affiliation

Catholic. The school operates under Catholic education values as part of its sponsoring body and mission.

School day structure

A typical school day includes a morning Homeroom and a structured timetable of class periods with breaks and a lunch period; exact start and end times vary by form and year. Public timetables for Form 1 indicate an early start, with a first bell around 7:55 a.m. and Homeroom beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Bus service

The school coordinates a bus service with external providers. Bus routes commonly used by students include lines such as 1, 1A, 3C, 81C, 87D, and 281A; Kowloon Tong Station provides MTR access, and minibuses pass near the school for additional routes.

Application fees

- There is no application or registration fee charged for Form One discretionary applications to Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section).

Tuition fees (by year group and term)

- Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is a government‑aided secondary school and does not charge tuition. For all year groups (S1 to S6) the tuition fee is HKD 0 per term and HKD 0 per year.

Other compulsory annual charges

- Parent‑Teacher Association (PTA) annual fee: HKD 120.
- Student Union / Association annual fee: HKD 50.
- Approved charges for non‑standard items (annual): HKD 310 (listed as the approved non‑standard charge covering specified items).
- Other regular charges: HKD 0 (no other regular annual school fee listed).

These items are listed as annual charges.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The listed PTA fee, student union fee and approved non‑standard item charge are described as annual charges; specific billing dates and payment deadlines for those items are communicated to parents by the school or the PTA in school/PTA notices. The school's admissions documentation shows the administrative timetable for applications but does not publish a general tuition billing schedule because no tuition is charged.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) does not provide boarding facilities and no boarding or hostel fees are charged.

Other costs parents should expect (amounts not published as fixed school fees)

- Parents are responsible for routine out‑of‑pocket items where applicable, such as school uniform(s), textbooks and workbooks, stationery, school photographs, examination fees for public/optional examinations, transport (school bus or private arrangement), and charges for optional school trips, camps and some extracurricular activities. The school's published accounts of annual charges do not list standard tuition but do list the approved non‑standard item charge; costs for uniforms, textbooks and optional activities are arranged or communicated to parents as required and are not presented as a single annual tuition line.

Refund information

- There is no tuition to refund. For the other listed annual charges or for payments made for activities, uniforms or trips, a specific refund policy is not published in the school's public admissions or PTA information pages; refunds (if applicable) are handled according to the school's or PTA's policy and the terms communicated to parents for each charge or activity.

Fee payment options

- The school's public pages and PTA pages list the charge items but do not publish a standardized list of accepted payment methods for those charges. Payment methods and instructions (for PTA items, trips, non‑standard charges, etc.) are communicated to parents in school or PTA notices; parents should follow the payment instructions provided in those notices or contact the school/PTA directly for the available payment channels.

Food Options

The school has a canteen on campus.

House System

The four Houses are Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, and Topaz.

Governance and Ownership

Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited is the School Sponsoring Body of Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) and Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section). The school is governed by an Incorporated Management Committee.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) at Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is supported through a formal Pastoral Care framework and a dedicated counselling program. Each year, external organisations are invited to speak to students on topics such as sex education, life education, resilience, stress management, and wise use of social media to meet students' developmental needs. Smileys is a mindfulness and positive psychology initiative run with training from a clinical psychologist, featuring Smileys Week, class visits, and service to the community. The Counselling team—including educational psychologists, a clinical psychologist, a speech therapist, and school social workers—provides consultations, training sessions, and counselling services to support learning, peer relationships, and other aspects of school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) concentrates its SEN-related provision on Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with a dedicated teacher/team coordinating support. Language-support measures for NCS students include pull-out learning, longer Chinese lessons, cross-curricular Chinese learning, a school-based Chinese curriculum, and adapted teaching materials, plus after-class support. Inclusive practices include translating major notices, cultural integration activities, and opportunities for NCS students to interact with Chinese-speaking peers, as well as home–school cooperation with bilingual communication and information for parents about options.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is implemented through the Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) educational support framework, coordinated by a dedicated staff team. Measures to assist NCS students include translating major notices on the school website, and creating opportunities for learning and interaction with Chinese-speaking peers, including involvement in uniform groups and community service. Additional language support features encompass cross-curricular Chinese learning and a school-based Chinese curriculum, with after-class support available for students needing extra help.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through counselling and wellbeing initiatives. The school hosts talks and workshops on resilience, stress management, and responsible use of social media to meet students' educational needs. Smileys promotes positive psychology and mindfulness, with activities such as Smileys' Week and class visits led by a clinical psychologist. Extra support comes from Educational Psychologists, a Clinical Psychologist, a Speech Therapist, and School Social Workers who provide consultations, training, and counselling for students facing learning or social challenges.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is addressed through targeted programmes and activities in the Secondary Section. The F.1 Anti-Bullying Workshop (January 10, 2024) trained students on zero tolerance of bullying and appropriate responses by bystanders. Character Education emphasises guidance, reflection, and a whole-school approach to wellbeing and safety, with the Prefect Board serving as student leaders in promoting welfare. Additional safeguarding-related activities are integrated into school life, including ongoing counselling and pastoral care provisions.

Admissions

1. Admission framework and routes. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) follows the Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) system. Students are admitted either through discretionary places or via the Education Bureau's (EDB) allocation process. For discretionary places, applicants may apply to up to two secondary schools participating in the SSPA system; this school's discretionary places total 54 for 2026–2027 (subject to final approval). The school confirms these arrangements and directs applicants to use the SSPA framework for entry.

Scholarships

Maryknoll Convent School offers an Internal Scholarships program that recognises outstanding students across categories such as academic work, civic awareness, community service, creativity, leadership, music and art, spiritual devotion, and sports.

The school also highlights External Scholarships and Awards with multiple entries per year (e.g., Jockey Club Volunteer Together programs and other disciplinary/organizational scholarships).

Waitlist

There is no separate, school-run waitlist published for admission. Admissions are governed by the SSPA system, with discretionary-place announcements and allocations managed through the EDB framework.

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St. Joseph's Anglo-Chinese Primary School

Instructs in English

Type Boys School

St. Joseph's Anglo-Chinese Primary School is a private, Catholic, single‑sex primary school for boys in Kowloon, Kwun Tong District. Founded in 1958 by Rev. Bro. Paul Sun, the school operates a full‑day program for Primary 1 to Primary 6 and is overseen by the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong. The school teaches primarily in English, supported by a language‑rich environment that also promotes Putonghua. An English phonics focus is integrated through the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) program, helping students learn pronunciation, spelling, and vocabulary independently. The campus currently houses 18 classes and a range of facilities including a central library, a Gifted Learning Centre, and a Multimedia Learning Centre. In addition to core academics, the school offers STEAM Education and Gifted Education programs, with various pull‑out and whole‑class initiatives. Transport options include a school bus service and nanny van routes. The school is located at 57 Kwun Tong Road, Kowloon, close to Ping Shek Estate.

Location

St. Joseph's Anglo-Chinese Primary School is located at 57 Kwun Tong Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The campus sits in the Kowloon area along Kwun Tong Road and is served by local public transport options. Public transport accessibility is supported by the school's bus service arrangements.

Stages

The school serves Primary 1 to Primary 6. Admissions materials show a P.1-6 intake for the 2026-2027 cycle, confirming the level range.

Type

The school is Private and operates as a Whole Day, all-boys primary school. It is sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong and offers full-day sessions for its students.

Additional learning support

The campus includes a Gifted Learning Centre. No explicit dedicated SEN department is listed on the public pages, though the centre supports advanced learners within the school's offerings.

Country affiliation

Country affiliation: None. The school is a private Catholic primary school sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong.

Religious affiliation

Catholic. The school identifies Catholic denomination and is sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong.

School day structure

The school operates as a full-day program. There are core curricular offerings and additional programmes such as Wednesday Programmes, with after-school activities available. School bus services are provided to support transport.

Bus service

School transport is provided by Sun Bus Ltd. The school lists active bus routes and nanny van routes, with Sun Bus contact details for arrangements.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

St. Joseph's Anglo-Chinese Primary School supports social and emotional learning through its Gifted Education programmes, including an Educational Psychologist-led Creative Workshops and additional initiatives such as Self-management Skills and the Affective Miracle Box to boost self-esteem.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides a Discipline & Counselling Department, led by Ms Yip Wai Ling, indicating counselling and discipline support; there is no publicly disclosed information about a dedicated SEN unit or the specific SEN categories supported.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The Language-Rich Environment (LRLE) policy establishes an English-language rich environment and an emphasis on English and Putonghua usage, with English used as the language of instruction in many subjects.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the Discipline & Counselling Department and Educational Psychologist involvement in Gifted Education programmes, including Self-management Skills and Affective Miracle Box.

Safeguarding

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.

Admissions

1. Online Primary One application window opens for the 2026-2027 intake on June 1, 2026. Applications are submitted online via the SJACPS Primary One application portal (application.sjacps.edu.hk).

2. The online portal is the principal channel for submitting the application and for receiving updates. You can access the application page and find the contact details there. The portal is explicitly linked from the school's Admissions section.

3. A Special Application PDF is available on the P.1-6 Admissions page, which indicates there are routes beyond the standard online application. The document is named SpecialApplication.pdf and is hosted via the school's admissions area. Its exact scope and eligibility requirements are not published in the public summary, so families should consult the admissions office for precise guidance.

4. For questions or to confirm timelines and requirements, contact the admissions team by phone, fax, or email as listed on the admissions page. “Primary 1 (2026-2027)” and the 2026–2027 cycle details are published in the school's admissions area. If you need, I can help outline the likely steps after an application is submitted based on HK norms, but the school's site itself provides only the online application start date and contact details.

Scholarships

The school does offer scholarships and grants. Public summaries indicate that SJACPS maintains multiple scholarships and grants to encourage student excellence across academic and non-academic areas.

Waitlist

The school does not publish a formal waitlist or pool policy on its admissions pages.

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St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section)

Instructs in English

Ages 11 - 18 years

Fees HK$30,000 - 32,000

Pupils 1141

Type Girls School

St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) is a historic, single‑sex Catholic DSS secondary school for girls located at 140 Leighton Road in Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island. It was founded in 1854 and moved to its current site in 1914; the present building was completed in 1981. The campus includes separate buildings for Secondary, Primary and Pre‑school sections, and facilities such as an indoor heated swimming pool, a library, a Studio/Media Lab, and the Smart Oasis green building. The school offers HKDSE and GCE A‑Levels, and supports a broad programme of arts, languages and STEM through specialist facilities and programmes. Fee remission and scholarships are available, with policies in place to provide financial assistance and academic/non‑academic awards to qualifying students. Open days and anniversary events continue to celebrate the school's long history and community.

Location

The school is located at 140 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. This places it on Hong Kong Island in the Wan Chai District. The campus sits in an urban Causeway Bay area that hosts a range of amenities and transport options.

Stages

The Secondary Section serves Form 1 to Form 6 for girls aged about 11 to 18. It operates as the secondary arm of St. Paul's Convent School, which also includes a Primary Section (P1–P6) and other early years divisions. Students in the secondary program follow the HKDSE pathway.

Type

St. Paul's Convent School is a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school. It is a single-sex, girls-only Catholic school run by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres.

Additional learning support

Additional Learning Needs (SEN) support is provided. A dedicated SEN team works with form teachers, subject teachers, parents, and social workers to support students.

Country affiliation

No formal country affiliation is stated beyond its Catholic identity.

Religious affiliation

Catholic, administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres in Hong Kong.

School day structure

The secondary school day runs from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays.

Bus service

The school does not operate a dedicated school bus service.

Application fees

- No separate application or registration fee is published for the Secondary Section. The public school profile for the Secondary Section lists no ‘Other Charges / Fees' or application fee for secondary applicants.

Tuition fees (by year group)

- School-wide published chargeable (tuition) fees are stated as annual amounts as follows:
- Form 1 (S1): HKD 30,000 per year.
- Form 2 (S2): HKD 30,000 per year.
- Form 3 (S3): HKD 30,000 per year.
- Form 4 (S4): HKD 32,000 per year.
- Form 5 (S5): HKD 32,000 per year.
- Form 6 (S6): HKD 32,000 per year.

- The published figures appear as annual school fees; no per-term fee amounts are published publicly for the Secondary Section. The public school profile shows the annual chargeable fees but does not provide a published breakdown by term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's public materials list the annual chargeable fees but do not publish a standard billing schedule or detailed payment terms for tuition (for example, per-term or instalment deadlines and surcharges are not published in the materials available online). The fee remission and scholarship pages describe how remissions and scholarships are administered, but a standard tuition invoicing timetable and payment-terms document is not published in the public pages.

- Scholarship payments (where scholarships are awarded) are paid in two equal instalments by direct credit to the parent's designated bank account; the school issues scholarship offer letters and the payments are scheduled in November and March. (This applies to scholarship disbursement only, not to general tuition invoicing.)

Boarding fees

- The Secondary Section does not publish any boarding or hostel facilities or boarding fees. No boarding/hostel charge is listed in the school profile for the Secondary Section. The school is listed as a day secondary school (no boarding fees published).

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, association fees, etc.)

- Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fee: HKD 500 per year is listed as an annual charge.

- The school's public profile does not publish fixed amounts for uniforms, textbooks, field trips, uniform purchase, student ID replacement, extracurricular charges or other ‘non-standard' items for the Secondary Section; the profile shows ‘Approved Charges for Non-standard Items' and ‘Other Charges / Fees' as blank for the Secondary Section. This indicates no standard published amounts for those items in the public profile. Individual items (textbooks, camps, trips, instrument tuition, extra-curricular camps or overseas trips) are commonly charged separately by most schools, but no specific standard figures for those items are published for the Secondary Section.

Refund information

- The school maintains a formal Fee Remission Scheme and may grant fee remission up to 100% in cases of proven financial hardship or emergency circumstances; fee remissions and scholarships are awarded annually and the school provides a self-assessment platform and application procedures for fee remission. The fee remission policy and the availability of emergency assistance are published in the school's fee-remission documentation.

Fee payment options

- The school's publicly listed pages and school profile provide the chargeable amounts and fee-remission/scholarship procedures but do not publish a comprehensive list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, FPS/PayMe/PPS, in-person cheque, or credit-card gateway information) in the public profile. No standard payment-method text (credit card / bank account number / online payment gateway) is published in the public pages inspected.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are worn in two seasons: winter and summer. Winter uniform includes a plain long-sleeved white shirt, knee-length navy-blue pleated skirt, a navy cardigan or blazer, and a navy-blue or white scarf; summer uses a plain white blouse designed by the school with a knee-length tartan skirt. All seasons require a tartan tie, the school badge, white three-quarter stockings, and white Oxford-lace-up shoes (white with black middle); deviation from the uniform may prevent participation in school functions.

House System

There are six houses: Cavell, Curie, Keller, Kenny, Mason and Morris. Each house is named after a notable historical figure (e.g., Cavell, Curie, Keller, Kenny, Mason, Morris) and houses compete in inter-house events such as the annual sports day and swimming gala.

Governance and Ownership

St. Paul's Convent School is sponsored and administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres. Since September 2004 it has operated under the Direct Subsidy Scheme, as a non-profit institution governed by its sponsoring religious body.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through the School Social Work Service. Two school social workers, Ms Sheh and Miss Leung, provide individual counselling and deliver diversified programmes. They collaborate with teachers and parents to support students facing academic, social or emotional challenges and to foster personal growth. Students are encouraged to chat with the social workers if they feel troubled, and topics related to personal growth are explored. The social workers' offices are on 2/F Room 213 and 5/F Room 512A, with contact via the Caritas Office on 2523 0060 on scheduled days. This arrangement reflects the school's commitment to SEL and student wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

St. Paul's Convent School provides Special Education Needs (SEN) support. The Education Bureau profile lists Special Education Needs Support as Yes and notes that the SEN team works closely with form teachers, subject teachers, parents, and the school's social workers to support students adequately and holistically. For incoming students, the school provides Orientation Programme, Individualized Support via school-based e-learning platforms, the Big Sister Scheme where senior students mentor newcomers, and Parental Support to connect families with the school community. The Education Bureau profile does not describe the school as a specialist SEN institution, indicating SEN support is provided within a Direct Subsidy Scheme secondary school.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the Primary Medium of Instruction; Cantonese is listed as an additional language. ESL/EAL provisions are evidenced by IGCSE ESL (English as a Second Language) offerings within the curriculum. Form One Bridging Course provides targeted English language support for new entrants to ease transition to secondary schooling. These provisions demonstrate structured language-support measures as part of the school's curriculum and transition processes.

Mental Wellbeing

The School Social Work Service provides mental wellbeing support through individual counselling and diversified programmes. The service aims to facilitate students' growth and development via counselling and personal-growth activities, and it works in collaboration with teachers and parents to support students facing challenges. Students are encouraged to seek guidance from the social workers for coping strategies and personal development. The social workers' offices (2/F Room 213 and 5/F Room 512A) offer accessible support on regular days, with contact through the Caritas Office at 2523 0060. This framework underpins the school's emphasis on mental wellbeing within its broader SEL approach.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and child protection are supported through the School Social Work Service, with two social workers providing counselling and welfare programmes and working with teachers and parents to safeguard student welfare. The school also engages in safeguarding-oriented education, including National Security Education Day 2025 to promote safeguarding of national security. Orientation programmes for incoming students and the Big Sister Scheme provide additional safeguarding-related support by helping students adjust and connect with mentors. Public information shows these safeguarding-related activities and services are in place as part of the school's welfare and protection framework.

Admissions

1. The school operates as a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school and does not participate in the Education Bureau's Central Allocation Scheme. Applications for Form One are invited from across Hong Kong and beyond, rather than being limited to a central queue. The school also makes clear that fee remission is available to all enrolled students, with the remission level determined by a Reckoner-based scoring system and by a Self-Assessment Platform that applicants can use to gauge eligibility.

2. The Form One admission process is conducted via online applications for Form One Places. The school details a merit-based selection path that includes multiple interview stages; in recent cycles, short-listed candidates proceed to a second interview after the first interview. When the 2025–2026 cycle was active, the page indicated that the application for Form One Places had closed and provided a route to the second-interview process for shortlisted candidates.

3. First-round interviews are part of the process. Shortlisted applicants are invited to attend the first interview, and successful candidates are then moved to the second-interview stage. In the published materials, candidates were instructed to bring the First Interview Form and to collect the Second Interview Form at the school reception before proceeding to the second interview.

4. The second interview is scheduled for a specific date (for example, March 15, 2025 in one cycle). Shortlisted candidates' numbers appear on a published list, and those not on the list may be considered unsuccessful. If a candidate's number is on the second-interview list, the family proceeds with the interview at the school at the arranged time.

5. Outcome notification follows the second interview. The published materials show a named list of applicants for the second interview and indicate that those not listed may be deemed unsuccessful. Successful candidates typically move toward the final offer and related enrollment steps, which are coordinated by the school's admissions team and can involve campus tours or informational sessions.

6. Fees and financial support are an explicit part of admissions. All students are eligible to apply for fee remission, with remission levels expressed as a percentage of the school fee based on a Reckoner scoring system. There is a dedicated Self-Assessment Platform to determine eligibility, and the principal can adjust remission levels in consultation with the Fee Remission / Scholarship Team.

Scholarships

Scholarships and financial assistance are an established part of the school's admissions ecosystem. Academic scholarships are available to all enrolled students and do not require a separate application; the school's scholarship team reviews academic performance to determine allocations. Non-academic scholarships require nominations from teachers-in-charge of extracurricular activities or functional groups and the nominees submit a portfolio for assessment. The school also notes that scholarship payments can be disbursed in two equal installments and that the policy is updated periodically, with the latest documented revision in mid-2025. The school also maintains a Fee Remission Scheme, with eligibility determined via a self-assessment platform and a Reckoner-based scoring system; maintenance allowances may be provided in hardship cases. In 2024–2025 the school reported that it allocates a portion of tuition revenue to both fee remission and scholarship programs, with the aim of supporting up to a substantial share of students.

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