School worksheet

School A2dd01ae admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for School A2dd01ae: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
aided primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
1963
Sponsoring body
Catholic香港教 District
Religion
Catholic
Teaching language
Chinese
Motto
克明峻德
Phone
2328 8033
Address
Kowloon 竹園道53號天馬苑
District
Wong Tai Sin District
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does School A2dd01ae 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 sources2
TypesSchool Development Plan, Annual School Plan
Catholic Po Chai Primary School, with the motto 'Illustrate Virtue', is dedicated to providing quality holistic education covering spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic aspects. The school's self-evaluation report highlights the need to boost student confidence and initiative, and to enhance classroom teaching effectiveness. Parents can learn about the school's emphasis on Catholic core values (Life, Love, Family) and its focus on nurturing self-learning and creativity.

Report highlights

  • School mission: provide holistic education in a joyful environment, fostering care for society and the nation.
  • Focus on Catholic core values: Life, Love, Family.
  • Self-evaluation indicates students lack confidence and are passive; need to improve questioning and expression.
  • Teachers use the PIE (Plan-Implement-Evaluate) model for curriculum development.
  • School has a 'Self-Enhancement Reward Scheme' to encourage self-discipline and progress.
  • Strong home-school cooperation with active Parent-Teacher Association.
  • Continuous curriculum improvement includes reading components and e-learning platforms for self-study.

School values

  • Holistic education: spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic
  • Catholic core values: Life, Love, Family
  • Cultivating self-learning and creativity
  • Building a loving family atmosphere

Family action plan

  • Discuss the school motto 'Illustrate Virtue' with your child and encourage practicing virtues daily.
  • Create a home environment that encourages questions and expression to boost confidence.
  • Foster self-learning habits such as regular reading and completing simple tasks independently.
  • If religious, share Catholic values with your child; if not, emphasize respect and love.
  • Attend school open days or parent events to observe teaching style and student interaction.
  • Check the school website for the latest development plans and reports to understand current priorities.

Parent interview prep

  • Understand the school's Catholic background and mission, and consider how you align with holistic education.
  • Prepare examples of how you support your child's multi-faceted development (e.g., hobbies, reading habits).
  • Note the school's self-reported need to improve student confidence; be ready to discuss how you encourage initiative at home.
  • Familiarize yourself with the 'Self-Enhancement Reward Scheme' and consider how your child might participate.
  • Prepare questions about how the school caters to individual differences (e.g., small group teaching, support services).

Child practice

  • Practice expressing ideas clearly, e.g., describing a happy event or favorite subject.
  • Show a willingness to learn by asking questions or sharing a book you've read.
  • Be able to explain the school motto 'Illustrate Virtue'.
  • Prepare a short story about overcoming a challenge or persisting with practice.
  • Demonstrate basic politeness: greeting, eye contact, and answering questions.

Interview prep signals

  • The school may observe your child's confidence and communication skills to gauge learning motivation.
  • Parent interviews might explore how family education aligns with the school's holistic development goals.
  • Questions may touch on your understanding and practice of Catholic core values.
  • Since the self-evaluation emphasizes student initiative, the interview may include interactive activities to spark curiosity.
  • These are inferred signals from school reports; actual interview format should be confirmed with the school.

Parent FAQ

How does the school boost students' confidence and learning initiative?

According to the school development plan, teachers use brain-based learning strategies, group discussions, and encouraging questions to enhance participation. The school also has a 'Self-Enhancement Reward Scheme' to recognize progress in academics, behavior, and service. Parents should check the school website for updated measures.

How is Catholic education integrated into daily teaching?

The school bases its curriculum on the five core Catholic values (Life, Love, Family, etc.) through religious classes, moral activities, and assemblies. The self-evaluation shows initial implementation in the previous cycle, with future integration of national and life education. Non-Catholic families are welcome; the school respects diverse backgrounds.

What support does the school provide for students with special educational needs?

The school offers small group teaching, school-based educational psychological services, speech therapy, and a scheme for newly arrived children. Individual accommodations (e.g., homework and assessment adjustments) are available. Detailed information can be found on the school website's 'Student Support' page.

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.