St. Stephens College Preparatory admissions and interview worksheet

School facts

Type: private primary school
Gender: co-educational
Founded: 1938
Sponsoring body: 聖士提反書院教委會
Religion: Christian
Teaching language: English
Motto: 篤信多能
Phone: 2813 0272
School website: https://www.sscps.edu.hk
Address: 香港赤柱黃麻角道30-32號
District: Southern District
Official verification: Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

What kind of learner does St. Stephens College Preparatory 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 sources8

Typesreport

St. Stephen's College Preparatory School is a private English-medium primary school in Southern District, Hong Kong, with a Christian foundation and the motto 'Uttermost Faith, Abundant Ability'. It offers boarding and ethics education programmes. As official school reports are currently unavailable online, parents are advised to visit the school website for the latest information.

Report highlights

Private English-medium primary school in Hong Kong Island Southern District.
Christian faith-based education with motto 'Uttermost Faith, Abundant Ability'.
Offers boarding programme and ethics education curriculum.
Facilities include library, ethics programme, and boarding facilities.
Admission information (briefing, P1 application) available on school website.
Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and Alumni Association exist.
School website provides timetables, school bus routes, and menus.

School values

Christian values
Uttermost Faith, Abundant Ability
Holistic education
English learning environment

Family action plan

Check school website regularly for news and admission updates.
Note dates for P1 admission briefing and application period.
Explore boarding programme details and requirements.
Attend school open days or campus tours if available.
Discuss school's English-medium and Christian culture with child.
Prepare child's basic documents and photos for application.
Contact school directly for annual reports or school plans.

Parent interview prep

Familiarize with school history, mission, and curriculum.
Reflect on how family values align with Christian education.
Prepare questions about boarding life and extracurriculars.
Understand expected parent involvement (e.g., PTA).
Demonstrate understanding of school motto.
Dress appropriately and maintain a calm demeanor.

Child practice

Practice basic English conversation and self-introduction.
Read stories or view photos related to the school.
Discuss the meaning of 'faith' and 'ability'.
Practice polite greetings and interaction with strangers.
Enhance focus and answering skills through games.
Encourage child to share personal interests and talents.

Interview prep signals

Interview may include simple English conversation and group activities.
School may value child's confidence and expressiveness.
Questions about family's views on Christian education possible.
Observation of cooperation and problem-solving skills.
Prepare examples related to 'Uttermost Faith, Abundant Ability'.

Parent FAQ

What is the medium of instruction? Is there Chinese class?

The school uses English as the medium of instruction. Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) is typically part of the curriculum; please check the school website or briefing for details.

Will the P1 interview be conducted in English or Cantonese?

The school has not specified the interview language. As an English-medium school, English is likely used. Prepare for both English and Cantonese/Putonghua communication, and confirm at the admission briefing.

How do I apply for the boarding programme?

Boarding programme details are on the school's 'Curriculum' page. Contact the school office directly for application procedures and fees.

What qualities does the school look for in students?

Based on the motto 'Uttermost Faith, Abundant Ability', the school values students' confidence, talents, and all-round development, with a foundation in Christian values emphasizing academic, moral, and physical growth.

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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 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