Mulberry House International Kindergarten - Southside Campus

Mulberry House International Kindergarten’s Southside Campus is located at Ocean Court on Aberdeen Praya Road in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island. The campus sits beside the harbour in a quieter residential area of Aberdeen. It is accessible by multiple bus routes, with the nearest stop at Ocean Court. The surrounding area includes residential complexes and family-oriented neighbourhoods within a short travel distance to Central and Pok Fu Lam.

The school provides early childhood education for children aged 6 months to 6 years. Programmes span Under 3s (including playgroup and toddler classes), Pre-Nursery, Nursery (K1) and Kindergarten (K2 and K3). These levels cover infant/toddler care, early years, preschool and kindergarten.

Mulberry House International Kindergarten is a day school offering co-educational early childhood programmes. It does not offer boarding. Children may attend half-day or extended-day programmes depending on year level.

The school does not publish information regarding additional learning support or Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. No details are provided about specialist staff, SEN policies or tailored support.

The school is an international kindergarten in Hong Kong and is not affiliated with any specific country. Its curriculum is guided by the UK Early Years Foundation Stage.

The school has no stated religious affiliation.

Mulberry House offers Half-Day and Extended-Day programmes for children in Under 3s, Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Kindergarten. Meals are not included, and children attending extended-day classes bring packed lunch and snacks. Exact start and end times are not publicly stated.

A school bus service is available for Southside families. Routes are planned to cover areas including Mid-levels, Pok Fu Lam, Baguio Villa, Bel Air, Larvotto, Sham Wan, South Horizons and Aberdeen City Centre, subject to demand. Parents can request detailed route information directly from the school.

Mulberry House International Kindergarten’s curriculum is guided by the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and delivered through a bilingual model offering dual-language, pure English or pure Mandarin streams. Learning is play-based and inquiry-led, with coverage of communication and language, early literacy and numeracy, physical development, and social–emotional growth. Under 3s, Pre-Nursery, Nursery (K1) and Kindergarten (K2–K3) follow the same EYFS framework, adapted to each age group through activities such as stories, sensory play, early mathematics, hands-on exploration and project-based themes. Chinese Culture and Values, Nature & Food Education and Forest School experiences are integrated across the programme as part of regular learning. The school also offers enrichment through its ECA Programme, which includes Language Arts in English and Mandarin, S.T.E.A.M., creative arts, musical theatre and sports.

The school highlights six core values—Love, Kindness, Respect, Harmony, Trust and Wisdom—which guide interaction and behaviour across the campus. It presents these values as part of children’s daily experiences, shaping how they work with teachers and peers. The Forest School programme provides regular outdoor exploration that encourages responsibility, confidence and cooperation. Parent partnership is described as an important element of school life, with weekly feedback and termly reports that help families support their children’s development. The school does not publish details of a structured SEL curriculum, specialist SEL staff or formal SEL initiatives.

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Mulberry House offers bilingual and single-language programmes in English and Mandarin, but does not describe any separate EAL support services. The website does not mention designated EAL teachers, targeted language acquisition programmes, or additional support for children new to English. Therefore, the school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision.

The school incorporates nature-based learning, including Forest School and Nature & Food Education, which are described as supporting children’s confidence, curiosity and sense of responsibility. Parent engagement is emphasised through seminars and one-to-one consultations, which may indirectly support children’s wellbeing. However, the school does not publish information about counsellors, mental-health staff, or dedicated wellbeing programmes. The website does not detail formal structures for monitoring or supporting students’ mental well-being.

The school does not publicly disclose safeguarding or child protection policies. There is no mention of designated safeguarding staff, procedures for reporting concerns or formal safeguarding training. The only policy linked on the website relates to privacy and data protection rather than child safety.

1. Initial enquiry and school tour
Parents are encouraged to begin the process by arranging a Private School Tour or attending an Information Session for Prospective Parents. These sessions introduce the school’s bilingual programmes, learning approach, and campus environment. Bookings are made through the online form or by contacting the admissions team. Families can ask questions about language streams, class arrangements, and daily routines during these visits.

2. Prepare and submit the application
Parents complete the application form and submit required documents, including two passport-sized photos, the child’s birth certificate or passport with a valid visa, and copies of the parents’ identification documents. An Application Fee of HKD 40 is paid at the time of submission. Applications may be submitted online or delivered directly to the campus, after which the school sends a confirmation email within approximately seven working days.

3. Assessment and parent–child visit
Shortlisted families are invited for an assessment session, which may take place in a small-group or 1-to-1 play setting. Parents accompany their child during this visit, and teachers observe the child’s interaction, comfort and developmental readiness. The school notes that it welcomes families of all nationalities and that priority may be given to foreign passport holders. Parents also attend an admissions meeting to discuss alignment between family values and the school’s educational approach.

4. Placement decision
Following the assessment, the admissions team reviews the child’s profile and the availability of places in the relevant age group. Successful families receive a placement offer via email, including information about the child’s class, teachers and start date. If a class is full, the child may be offered a place on the waiting list. The decision is based on the child’s assessment and the school’s capacity in each age group.

5. Acceptance and registration
Families who choose to accept an offer confirm the place by paying the Registration Fee of HKD 970, which is non-refundable. This payment secures the child’s enrolment for the upcoming academic year. After confirming, families receive guidance on uniforms, class arrangements and start-of-year transition schedules. This step completes the admissions process.

The Mulberry House International Kindergarten website does not mention any scholarships, financial aid schemes, or bursaries.

Mulberry House International Kindergarten uses a standard waitlist system. If the relevant class or programme is full at the time of application, the child is placed on the waiting list after completing the assessment process. The website does not provide further details about waitlist priority, duration, or movement.