Kennedy School admissions and interview worksheet

School facts

Type: international school
Gender: co-educational
Address: 詳見學校官網
District: Eastern District
Official verification: Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

What kind of learner does Kennedy School 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

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Kennedy School is an international school located in Eastern District, Hong Kong Island. As official information is unavailable, the following suggestions are based on common international school practices. Parents should verify all details on the school website.

Report highlights

School type: international school, likely follows an international curriculum.
No official website URL provided; parents must search for the school website.
Located in Eastern District; international schools often have independent admission procedures.
Medium of instruction and religious background to be confirmed.
Motto and educational philosophy to be found on the school website.
Application dates and procedures should be checked on official announcements.
Open days and interview formats may vary each year.

School values

Common international school values: holistic education.
Emphasis on multicultural inclusivity.
Possible focus on inquiry-based learning and critical thinking.

Family action plan

Visit the school website (if available) for detailed information.
Contact the school via phone or email for admission and open day schedules.
Prepare your child's learning portfolio or work samples in advance.
Research typical international school interview processes (e.g., group activities, one-on-one conversation).
Arrange language assessments in English or Putonghua if relevant.
Attend education fairs or school briefings.
Network with other parents for interview insights.

Parent interview prep

Prepare a self-introduction and family background statement.
Reflect on your child's strengths, interests, and reasons for choosing the school.
Understand the school's educational philosophy and curriculum features.
Prepare questions about student support and extracurricular activities.
Maintain an open attitude and demonstrate genuine concern for your child's development.

Child practice

Practice simple self-introduction in English or Putonghua.
Familiarize with basic vocabulary: colors, shapes, animals.
Engage in social games: turn-taking, sharing.
Read picture books and attempt simple Q&A.
Get comfortable interacting with strangers.

Interview prep signals

Possible group play session to observe social skills.
One-on-one conversation or picture card questions (language ability signal).
Parent interview may ask about educational philosophy.
Child may be asked to follow simple instructions.
Check the school website for interview format updates.

Parent FAQ

Which language will be used in the interview?

International school interviews are usually conducted in English, but may include Putonghua or Cantonese. Since Kennedy School has not provided its medium of instruction, please visit the school website or contact them directly to confirm the interview language.

Will it affect our application if we have no international background?

International schools generally value diversity and do not necessarily require prior international experience. However, parents should demonstrate alignment with the school's philosophy and a commitment to supporting their child's learning. During the interview, emphasize how your family education complements the school's values.

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 System EDB ePOA resources EDB POA 2026 leaflet and points system EDB School Places Allocation Systems overview CHSC Primary School Profiles CHSC POA overview POA School Net Boundaries data POA 2026 central allocation release