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PLK Camoes Tan Siu Lin Primary admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for PLK Camoes Tan Siu Lin Primary: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
DSS primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
1999
Sponsoring body
保良局
Teaching language
English
Motto
愛敬勤誠
Phone
2367 3318
Address
Kowloon 油麻地海庭道19號
District
Yau Tsim Mong District
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does PLK Camoes Tan Siu Lin Primary 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 sources6
TypesAnnual School Report, School Report, Annual School Plan, School Development Plan, report
Po Leung Kuk Camões Tan Siu Lin Primary School is a DSS English-medium school focused on whole-person development in moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic aspects. School reports highlight efforts to strengthen student ownership of learning and create a positive school culture, with diverse activities and advanced facilities.

Report highlights

  • The school's motto is 'Love, Respect, Diligence, Integrity'.
  • Over 90% of teachers and 80% of parents agree students are proactive learners (2024/25 Annual School Report).
  • Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, mindfulness room, and music complex.
  • Offers third languages (French, Japanese, Spanish) and STEAM education.
  • Organises themed weeks (Language, STEAM, Sports Day) to enhance learning.
  • A DSS school with fee remission and scholarships available.

School values

  • Whole-person development: moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic.
  • Student initiative: encourages self-directed learning and exploration.
  • Global perspective: through third languages and international exchanges.
  • Social responsibility: active volunteering and community service.

Family action plan

  • Visit the school to observe facilities and learning environment.
  • Discuss the school motto with your child and practice related values at home.
  • Encourage your child to engage in extracurricular activities, especially languages or STEAM.
  • Review the school report highlights to understand expectations.
  • If needed, research fee remission procedures in advance.
  • Cultivate your child's independence and proactive learning habits.

Parent interview prep

  • Familiarise yourself with the school's vision of whole-person education.
  • Prepare to discuss how your family supports the school's values.
  • Attend open days to observe teaching methods and ask questions.
  • Practice with your child on self-introduction (English preferred).
  • Be ready to share examples of your child displaying love, respect, diligence, integrity.

Child practice

  • Practice a simple self-introduction in English (name, age, hobbies).
  • Be able to talk about favourite extracurricular activities.
  • Learn basic manners like greeting, thanking, waiting in line.
  • Develop focus and listening skills through stories or games.
  • Encourage curiosity and asking questions.

Interview prep signals

  • School values proactive learning; interview may assess attitude.
  • Emphasis on third language and STEAM suggests possible related tasks.
  • Motto may be reflected in questions about character.
  • Whole-person approach may involve group activities or observations.

Parent FAQ

Will the interview be conducted in English?

As an English-medium school, the interview likely includes English components. Check official announcements. Prepare your child for basic English instructions and conversation.

How does the school assess student potential?

Based on reports, the school looks for active learning and whole-person development. The interview may observe interest, focus, and cooperation. Parents can foster these at home.

What are the criteria for fee remission?

The school offers fee remission and scholarships. Specific criteria are not detailed in the reports; please visit the school website or contact the office for details.

Are extracurricular activities compulsory?

The school offers a wide range of activities. While not mandatory, participation can showcase holistic development. Encourage your child to choose one or two activities of interest.

2024/25 Annual School Report (PDF format) - 20252025/26 Annual School Plan (PDF format) - 20272024/25 - 2026/27 School Development Plan (PDF format) - 20272025/26 Plan on the Use of the Life-wide Learning and Sister School Grant (PDF format) - 2026Po Leung Kuk Camões Tan Siu Lin Primary School - 2026Year Plan 2003-2004 - 2026
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.

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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.

EDB Primary One Admission SystemEDB ePOA resourcesEDB POA 2026 leaflet and points systemEDB School Places Allocation Systems overviewCHSC Primary School ProfilesCHSC POA overviewPOA School Net Boundaries dataPOA 2026 central allocation release