School worksheet

School 9a286c70 admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for School 9a286c70: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
aided primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
1986
Sponsoring body
ChristianKowloon 五旬節會有限公司
Religion
Christian
Teaching language
Chinese(包括:Putonghua)及English
Motto
信、望、愛
Phone
2670 0103
Address
New Territories 粉嶺璧峰路四號
District
North District
POA school net
81
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does School 9a286c70 appear to support best?
  • How will the commute affect sleep, reading time and after-school activities?
  • What should the portfolio prove: language, curiosity, service, arts, sports or self-care?
  • If there is an interview, will the child face individual tasks, group play, parent questions or written observation?

Tonight's practice

Use short, varied practice instead of rehearsed scripts. Prepare one parent explanation of fit, one child self-introduction and one calm recovery phrase for questions the child does not understand.

Official report review

Report highlights and interview prep signals

Official report-like documents or pages were found on the school website.

Research statusOfficial report source found
Official report sources14
TypesSchool Development Plan, School Report, Annual School Plan, report
Pentecostal Gin Mao Sheng Primary School is a Christian subsidized school in the Northern District of New Territories, using Chinese (including Putonghua) and English as medium of instruction. The school emphasizes whole-person education, focusing on spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic development. It promotes cross-curricular learning and positive education to foster lifelong learning and positive values.

Report highlights

  • The school implements cross-curricular learning and reading; thematic learning was piloted in Primary 1 and 4 in 2024/25 and will expand to Primary 2 and 5 in 2025/26.
  • Positive education is promoted through display areas and a positive reading corner in the library, focusing on character strengths such as self-discipline, care, courage and gratitude.
  • Student attendance rate reached 98.18% in 2024/25, with a tardiness rate of only 0.22%, reflecting good discipline.
  • 65% of teachers have over 10 years of teaching experience; 94% hold recognized teaching qualifications.
  • The school offers diverse extracurricular activities including STEM, music, visual arts, and service learning, and organizes annual STEAM DAY and external competitions.
  • The school provides comprehensive student counseling services, with a 2025/26 theme of 'Joyful and Confident Growth' focusing on positive emotions and parent-child relationships.
  • Home-school cooperation is strong, with parent phone calls, talks and workshops to support student development.

School values

  • Christian values: Faith, Hope, Love
  • Whole-person education: Spiritual, Moral, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Aesthetic
  • Positive education: Cultivating optimistic attitudes and character strengths
  • Lifelong learning: Cross-curricular learning and reading

Family action plan

  • Learn about the school's Christian background and mission; discuss the meaning of Faith, Hope and Love with your child.
  • Check the school website for cross-curricular and positive education activities; share relevant information with your child.
  • Help your child establish good routines to ensure punctual attendance, aligning with the school's high attendance standards.
  • Encourage your child to participate in diverse activities such as STEM, music, or service learning to develop interests and potential.
  • Read books together regularly, especially those related to school themes.
  • Attend parent talks and workshops organized by the school to understand its values education and counseling approach.
  • Maintain communication with the school and consider joining parent volunteer programs or the 'Sunshine Phone' initiative.

Parent interview prep

  • Familiarize yourself with the school motto (Faith, Hope, Love) and mission to naturally incorporate them in conversations.
  • Be ready to share how your family supports your child's whole-person development, such as extracurricular activities and reading habits.
  • Understand the school's specific measures for cross-curricular learning and positive education, e.g., thematic learning and character strengths.
  • Demonstrate your emphasis on discipline and responsibility, perhaps by mentioning family routines for chores or homework.
  • Express a positive attitude toward home-school cooperation, e.g., willingness to volunteer or attend school events.
  • Dress neatly and arrive on time to show respect for the school.

Child practice

  • Encourage your child to confidently talk about their interests and daily activities, such as favorite subjects or hobbies.
  • Practice a simple self-introduction: name, age, kindergarten, and interests.
  • Teach basic manners: greeting others, saying thank you, waiting in line.
  • Help your child identify their strengths, e.g., 'I like helping others' or 'I love reading'.
  • Practice conversing with adults, maintaining eye contact and responding to questions.
  • Prepare simple questions your child can ask, like 'What books are in the library?' or 'What activities can I join?'

Interview prep signals

  • The school emphasizes cross-curricular learning and reading; they may ask if your child enjoys reading and which books they like.
  • With a focus on positive education, they might prompt your child to share how they handle difficulties or help others.
  • Good discipline and attendance are valued; they may observe your child's behavior and politeness.
  • Given the Christian background, simple questions about values like 'What does love mean to you?' may be asked.
  • The school offers diverse activities; they may ask about your child's interests and extracurricular experiences.

Parent FAQ

How does the school cater to individual differences among students?

According to school plans, teachers use differentiated instruction strategies such as group activities and varied assessments (oral reports, project-based learning). They also use student interest and learning style surveys. The school provides remedial rooms and gifted education programs to support students of different abilities.

What are the specific arrangements for cross-curricular learning?

In the 2025/26 school year, the school plans thematic learning for Primary 2 and 5, integrating subjects like Chinese, General Studies, and Visual Arts, with joint lesson planning meetings. In 2024/25, Primary 1 studied 'Animal Homes' and Primary 4 'Exploring Hong Kong' through field trips and cross-disciplinary activities.

How does the school cultivate positive values in students?

The school uses morning assemblies, growth lessons, positive education activities (e.g., 'Birthday Star' program, character strength displays) and service learning to foster gratitude, care, courage, etc. The 2025/26 theme is 'Joy and Confidence' to enhance positive emotions and self-image.

How can parents get involved in school life?

The school has a parent sunshine phone program, parent talks and workshops, and encourages parent volunteers. Parents can also participate through parent representatives on the Incorporated Management Committee. The school website has a 'Student Growth' section with parent resources.

Practice bank

1,000 categorized interview prep questions

Use the school notes above to choose categories, then practise short natural answers. The full bank supports category, difficulty, random draw and read-aloud practice.

100 prompts

Self-introduction

Name, age, strengths, interests and recovery phrases.

100 prompts

Family life

Daily routines, parent support, chores and weekends.

100 prompts

Daily habits

School readiness, sleep, packing, manners and responsibility.

100 prompts

General knowledge

Weather, transport, safety, time, community helpers and Hong Kong context.

100 prompts

Situations

Empathy, conflict, honesty, safety and problem solving.

100 prompts

Picture talk

People, actions, place, sequence, feelings and story ending.

100 prompts

Maths

Counting, comparison, patterns, money, time and explain-your-method prompts.

100 prompts

English

Natural English answers for food, family, school, books and feelings.

100 prompts

Listening

One-step to multi-step instructions for attention and sequencing.

100 prompts

Group play

Sharing, turn-taking, joining games and handling disagreement.

Sources

Official sources to verify first

Rechecked against official sources on 26 June 2026. Until 2027 cycle dates are announced, confirm every deadline with the latest EDB notice.