School worksheet

School 012a513e admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for School 012a513e: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
aided primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
1955
Sponsoring body
Catholic香港教 District
Religion
Catholic
Teaching language
Chinese(包括:Putonghua)及English
Motto
明辨篤行
Phone
2713 9233
Address
Kowloon 何文田俊民苑
District
Kowloon City District
POA school net
34
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does School 012a513e 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 sources11
Typesreport
The school website highlights a school-based curriculum, transition from kindergarten, gifted education, e-learning, and Catholic holistic development. Due to limited official reports, parents should visit the school website for detailed information.

Report highlights

  • Medium of instruction: Chinese (including Putonghua) and English. Motto: 'Discern and Practice'. Catholic background.
  • Features school-based curriculum, kindergarten-primary transition, gifted program, and BYOD e-learning.
  • Student development includes religious, moral, civic, and national security education.
  • Offers multiple intelligence classes, uniform teams, school teams, and overseas exchanges.
  • Has Parent-Teacher Association and Alumni Association.
  • Website provides P1 admission procedures but no explicit interview or test details.

School values

  • Catholic educational spirit: Discern and practice, care for others
  • Holistic development: Academic and moral balance
  • National identity: National security education
  • Multiple potentials: Gifted and multiple intelligence programs

Family action plan

  • Visit school website for P1 admission procedures and deadlines.
  • Read the 'Notes for P1 Discretionary Places' and 'Notes for P1 Waiting List Application'.
  • Look out for school open days or information sessions.
  • Discuss the school motto 'Discern and Practice' with your child.
  • Foster basic self-care and social skills in your child.

Parent interview prep

  • Prepare child's personal documents and relevant certificates.
  • Understand the school's Catholic background and decide alignment.
  • Observe your child's interests to help them express during interviews.
  • Practice communicating with your child in Chinese (including Putonghua) and simple English.

Child practice

  • Encourage reading picture books and sharing feelings.
  • Train focus and ability to follow instructions through games.
  • Teach basic manners like greeting and thanking.
  • Let children join group activities to learn cooperation.

Interview prep signals

  • School may observe children through interactive games or group activities.
  • Possible parent interview to understand family education philosophy.
  • Putonghua and English language skills may be noted.
  • Religious and moral values may be referenced in questions.

Parent FAQ

Will the interview include Putonghua?

As Putonghua is part of the teaching language, simple Putonghua questions may appear. Familiarize your child with basic Putonghua phrases.

Are non-Catholic families welcome?

The school welcomes students from all backgrounds, but parents should respect its Catholic core values such as care and discernment.

Does the school offer a transition program for P1?

The school website has a 'Kindergarten-Primary Transition' section. Check there for specific arrangements.

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.