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HKBU Affiliated Primary admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for HKBU Affiliated Primary: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
DSS primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
2006
Sponsoring body
香港浸會大學
Religion
Christian
Teaching language
English
Motto
敏求篤信明辨力行
Phone
2637 2277
Address
New Territories 沙田石門安睦里6號
District
Sha Tin District
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does HKBU Affiliated Primary 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 sources17
TypesAnnual School Report, School Report, Annual Report, School Development Plan, Annual School Plan
Hong Kong Baptist University Affiliated School Wong Kam Fai Secondary and Primary School is a direct-subsidy English primary school offering a 12-year through-train education with a Christian whole-person development focus. Official reports highlight nurturing students with a growth mindset, bilingual proficiency, digital literacy, and a global outlook with national pride.

Report highlights

  • Founded in 2006 as the first university-affiliated through-train school in Hong Kong (source: annual reports).
  • Teaching medium is English; equal emphasis on Chinese and IT literacy (source: school mission statement, all reports).
  • Major Concern 2022/23: Foster lifelong and innovative learners through growth mindset, goal-setting, and risk-taking (source: 2022/23 Annual School Plan).
  • Balanced internal and external assessments; learning support, reading programs, and e-learning are integral (source: 2020/21 report, Section 7).
  • Student development covers moral, civic, guidance, SEN support, scholarships, and overseas exchange (source: annual reports, Section 8).
  • Christian background but inclusive of all faiths (source: school mission).

School values

  • Whole-person development: spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic
  • Bilingual emphasis: English medium with strong Chinese and IT literacy
  • Growth mindset: encouraging risk-taking, self-evaluation, and continuous improvement
  • Global perspective and national pride: cultivating internationally minded citizens with patriotic hearts

Family action plan

  • Develop your child's bilingual ability (English and Putonghua), especially oral expression and listening comprehension.
  • Encourage participation in diverse activities (sports, arts, service) to build interests and a portfolio.
  • Establish a regular reading routine (both Chinese and English books) and discuss stories with your child.
  • Practice simple goal-setting with your child, such as 'I will learn to ... today' and review progress.
  • Attend school open days and explore the website to understand campus culture and curriculum.
  • Discuss with your child that 'failure is part of learning' to build resilience and a growth mindset.
  • If your child has special educational needs, learn about the school's support policies (SEN support mentioned in all reports).

Parent interview prep

  • Familiarize yourself with the school's mission: whole-person development, Christian education, bilingualism, and IT literacy; show alignment in interactions.
  • Prepare a simple portfolio of your child's works (art, certificates) to showcase diverse development.
  • Note the school's emphasis on home-school cooperation (e.g., 'Home-School Liaison' in reports); be ready to share how your family supports the school's vision.
  • Pay attention to recent Major Concerns (e.g., growth mindset) and reflect how your family encourages this.
  • Avoid overemphasizing academic scores; focus on character, interests, and learning attitudes.

Child practice

  • Practice self-introduction in both English and Chinese, including name, age, and favorite activity.
  • Role-play simple questions like 'What is your favorite hobby?' or 'How do you handle a challenge?'.
  • Encourage your child to talk about a book or story, showing language ability.
  • Teach turn-taking and cooperation through games.
  • Practice basic manners: greeting, making eye contact, and saying 'thank you'.

Interview prep signals

  • Can your child answer questions in English? The school uses English medium, so basic language proficiency may be assessed.
  • Does your child show confidence and willingness to try new things? Growth mindset is a key value.
  • Group activities may be used to observe cooperation and sharing behaviors.
  • Parent questions may focus on understanding of whole-person education rather than just academics.
  • Displaying a specific talent (music, sports) may be a plus but is not essential.

Parent FAQ

Q: Is automatic promotion to secondary school guaranteed? Do students need to take an exam?

A: The school is a 12-year through-train school, so Primary 6 students generally proceed directly to the secondary section without participating in the central allocation. Please confirm with the school for the latest policy.

Q: Is there a tuition fee? Are there fee remission schemes?

A: As a direct-subsidy school, tuition is charged. Annual reports (e.g., 2020/21, Section 9) mention scholarships and fee remission programs. Contact the school for details.

Q: Does the school require students to be Christian?

A: The school operates on Christian principles but welcomes students of all faiths. The mission emphasizes 'Christian heritage and concern for others' without compulsory religious activities.

Q: What abilities are assessed in interviews? How should we prepare?

A: Based on reports, the school values language ability (Chinese and English), cognitive skills, social interaction, and problem-solving. Prepare by encouraging reading, play-based learning, and polite behavior. Actual formats are confirmed by the school.

Annual Report 24/25 - 2025Annual Report 20/21 - 2021Annual Report 21/22 - 2022Annual Report 22/23 - 2023Annual Report 23/24 - 2024Annual School Plan 22/23 - 2023Annual School Plan 23/24 - 2024Annual School Plan 21/22 - 2022
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