What this page helps you decide
- Start with official EDB, CHSC and school information before relying on parent rumours.
- Turn the topic into a short checklist: what to verify, what to ask, and what to practise.
- Keep the child's temperament, commute, language readiness and family budget in the decision.
1
Confirm the rule
Use EDB/CHSC first for eligibility, school nets, deadlines and result channels.
2
Separate routes
Do not mix POA strategy with DSS/private school interview strategy; they reward different preparation.
3
Build a fallback
A good plan includes allocation, independent-school applications and post-result steps.