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School D88c49cb admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for School D88c49cb: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
aided primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
2002
Sponsoring body
Catholic香港教 District
Religion
Catholic
Teaching language
Chinese（包括：Putonghua）及English
Motto
在基督內，自強不息
Phone
2327 3332
Address
Kowloon 黃大仙蒲崗村道172號學校村
District
Wong Tai Sin District
POA school net
45
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does School D88c49cb 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 sources7
TypesAnnual School Report, Annual Report, School Report, School Development Plan, Annual School Plan
Tsz Wan Shan Catholic Primary School is a government-aided school that emphasizes holistic development based on the five core Catholic values (Truth, Justice, Love, Family, Life). It offers instruction in Chinese (including Putonghua) and English, with NET teachers and a focus on values education through diverse learning activities and service learning.

Report highlights

  • School motto: 'Persevere in Christ'. Emphasis on Catholic values education with a school-based virtue framework (e.g., benevolence, responsibility, gratitude).
  • In 2024-25, 100% of teachers hold a bachelor's degree, about 98% have a teaching diploma, and 32.76% hold a master's degree.
  • Class structure: 5 classes per grade (P.1 had 4 in 2024-25). High student attendance rate.
  • Facilities include STEM multi-purpose room, language learning room, central library, and smart interactive screens in all classrooms.
  • Transfer students require conduct B or above, passing grades, and must take written exams in Chinese, English, and Math.
  • Strong home-school cooperation with PTA and regular parent activities.
  • Lesson time allocation shows higher percentages for Chinese (including Putonghua), English, and Math; religion and library lessons are included.

School values

  • Five core Catholic values: Truth, Justice, Love, Family, Life.
  • School-based virtues: perseverance, responsibility, gratitude, benevolence.
  • National identity and national security education.
  • Service learning and community care (e.g., Francis Kitchen, elderly services).

Family action plan

  • Discuss Catholic core values with your child and encourage practice at home.
  • Cultivate self-discipline and organization skills (e.g., punctuality, packing school bag).
  • Read Chinese and English stories daily to improve language skills.
  • Involve your child in simple chores or community service to experience caring for others.
  • Teach basic manners and rule-following, such as queuing and greeting.
  • Check the school website and parent handbook for school routines and leave procedures.

Parent interview prep

  • Familiarize yourself with the school's mission and Catholic core values, and think about how to align with them at home.
  • Prepare your child's personal information and copies of recent report cards (if applicable).
  • Ensure your child's appearance is neat and follows school uniform and hair guidelines.
  • If there is an interview, prepare your child's interests or achievements (if any).
  • Understand the school's reward and discipline system and communication channels (e.g., handbook, phone).

Child practice

  • Practice self-introduction in complete sentences, including name, age, and hobbies.
  • Be able to share a simple story about helping others.
  • Recognize basic Chinese and English words and simple math concepts (e.g., counting, addition/subtraction).
  • Develop habits of waiting in line and listening quietly.
  • Practice reading short Chinese and English sentences.

Interview prep signals

  • The school values character; interviews may include situational questions testing empathy and moral reasoning.
  • Transfer students must pass written exams; interviews may further assess learning attitudes.
  • The school values home-school cooperation; parent interviews may ask about alignment with school philosophy and family education approach.
  • Experiences in service learning (e.g., Francis Kitchen) could be discussed in interviews.
  • The school uses a 'Tsz Wan Shan Person' e-reward system; interviews may observe positive behavior.

Parent FAQ

How does the school handle lateness or absence?

According to the parent handbook, students must arrive by 7:55 am. Lateness is recorded and every five latenesses result in one demerit. Sick leave requires a doctor's note upon return; personal leave needs prior written application. Seven consecutive absences are reported to the Education Bureau.

Does the school provide lunch arrangements?

Parents can choose to bring lunch, have the child bring their own, or subscribe to the school's lunch provider. Monthly order forms are distributed.

What documents are needed for transfer student application?

A completed application form, copy of birth certificate/ID, most recent report card copy, and copy of the student handbook's first page. Conduct must be B or above and all subjects passing. Eligible candidates will be invited for written exams in Chinese, English, and Math.

How does the school implement values education?

The school has a school-based values education framework focusing on a specific virtue each year (e.g., 2025-26: 'perseverance'). It is integrated through morning assemblies, subject activities, service learning, and reward schemes to help students practice Catholic core values in daily life.

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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