School worksheet

School 468dd125 admissions and interview worksheet

Original admissions worksheet for School 468dd125: shortlist notes, interview questions, portfolio prompts and official-source checks.

School facts

Type
aided primary school
Gender
co-educational
Founded
1958
Sponsoring body
Catholic香港教 District
Religion
Catholic
Teaching language
Chinese
Motto
敬主愛人,修德力學
Phone
2874 8311
Address
香港鴨脷洲利東邨第二期
District
Southern District
POA school net
18
Official verification
Confirm every school fact with CHSC, EDB and the school's official website.

Questions before applying

  • What kind of learner does School 468dd125 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 sources5
TypesAnnual School Report, School Report, Annual Report
St. Peter's Catholic Primary School is grounded in the five core Catholic values, focusing on character development, mental well-being, and national identity. It promotes positive education through 24 character strengths and a culture of appreciation, with facilities like a sports base and garden to support holistic development.

Official documents and evidence limits

5 official report-like source(s) were found, including Annual School Report, School Report, Annual Report. The interpretation below is limited to the collected official evidence and treats interview advice as preparation signals, not confirmed formats.

Key items parents should notice

  • Parent interview angle: School integrates Catholic core values (Truth, Justice, Love, Life, Family) into lessons and activities; 96.6% of students agree activities foster positive values (2024/25 report).
  • Parent interview angle: Mental Health Days with no homework, a sports base, and garden are provided; 95.9% of students report improved mental health awareness (2024/25 report).
  • Parent interview angle: Seven Good Methods (e.g., good routine, diet) promoted; assessment policy optimized with fewer exams and no-homework days; 92% of students find it stress-relieving (2024/25 report).
  • Parent interview angle: National and security education systematically integrated; APASO data shows national identity scores above Hong Kong average (2024/25 report).
  • Parent interview angle: St. Peter's Reward Scheme and appreciation cards encourage character strengths; 95% of students understand the school's character education focus (2022/23 report).
  • Parent interview angle: Native English teachers and English-rich environment; English lesson time accounts for 20.3% (P1-P3); exchange activities conducted (2022/23 report).
  • Parent interview angle: It is a feeder school to St. Peter's Secondary School, offering advantages in secondary school placement (school history).
  • 聖伯多祿天主教小學 preparation should connect school information with the child's daily learning habits, not only the wish to enter a good school.

Development direction and fit

  • Preparation can be framed around "Honor God and love others; cultivate virtue and strive in learning": parents should explain home support and children should give small examples.
  • Preparation can be framed around "Five Catholic core values: Truth, Justice, Love, Life, Family": parents should explain home support and children should give small examples.
  • Preparation can be framed around "Positive education and 24 character strengths": parents should explain home support and children should give small examples.
  • Preparation can be framed around "Culture of appreciation and caring campus": parents should explain home support and children should give small examples.
  • Preparation can be framed around "National identity and national security education": parents should explain home support and children should give small examples.
  • 資助小學 / 香港島南區 / 中文 / 天主教 is useful context for explaining family-school fit.
  • If the latest development plan is not public, ask about curriculum, reading, student support and home-school partnership at open day.

School values in parent-interview language

  • "Honor God and love others; cultivate virtue and strive in learning" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "Five Catholic core values: Truth, Justice, Love, Life, Family" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "Positive education and 24 character strengths" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "Culture of appreciation and caring campus" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "National identity and national security education" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "天主教 educational background" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "中文 learning environment" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.
  • "whole-person development" should be supported with a family example, such as reading, caring for family, completing small tasks or working with peers.

Useful school-aligned phrases

Honor God and love others; cultivate virtue and strive in learningFive Catholic core values: Truth, Justice, Love, Life, FamilyPositive education and 24 character strengthsCulture of appreciation and caring campusNational identity and national security education天主教 educational background中文 learning environmentwhole-person developmentreading habitsself-care, self-learning and reflectionhome-school partnershippositive character

Parent answer bank

Why do you choose 聖伯多祿天主教小學?

We are not choosing 聖伯多祿天主教小學 only for reputation. We value the signals around Honor God and love others; cultivate virtue and strive in learning, Five Catholic core values: Truth, Justice, Love, Life, Family, Positive education and 24 character strengths. At home, we support reading, self-care and polite conversation, and we are ready to work with teachers to understand our child's needs.

How will your family support the school?

We will respect the school's language, religious or cultural background, keep stable routines at home, build reading habits and follow up early if teachers identify a support need.

What makes your child a good fit?

Our child is still growing, but we see progress in curiosity, sharing, listening and completing small responsibilities. We hope 聖伯多祿天主教小學 can help continue that growth.

How do you prepare if the child feels nervous?

We avoid memorised long scripts. We practise short self-introduction, picture talk, situations, listening instructions and polite recovery phrases.

High-quality questions to ask the school

  • How does the school build self-care, self-learning and reading habits in the junior years?
  • How do teachers observe children's personality, social confidence and emotional needs?
  • What home habits are most useful for parents to support?
  • How does the school support children with different learning paces or slower warm-up styles?
  • What curriculum or student-development direction is the school prioritising now?
  • How does the school follow up when a child needs language, social or attention support?

Family action plan

  • Discuss the school's motto and philosophy with your child; talk about how to practice 'loving others' at home.
  • Encourage your child to participate in service learning or volunteer work to develop empathy and responsibility.
  • Implement the 'Seven Good Methods' at home (e.g., good sleep, healthy eating) to build healthy habits.
  • Share one thing you appreciate about your child daily to reinforce the school's appreciation culture.
  • Engage in gardening or nature activities to connect with the school's garden and life education.
  • Watch flag-raising ceremonies or national education programs together to strengthen national identity.
  • Read value-based picture books or Bible stories together to prepare for religious education.

Child practice

  • Practice self-introduction: name, interests, favorite subject or activity.
  • Prepare to share a story of helping someone (e.g., at school or home).
  • Learn a simple prayer or Bible verse (e.g., 'God is love') for possible religious segments.
  • Show cooperative and rule-following behavior, such as taking turns in group activities.
  • Express interest in school facilities like the sports base, garden, library.
  • Practice answering questions like 'What kind of learning do you like?' and 'How do you handle difficulties?'

Interview prep signals

  • The school values alignment between family and school values; parents may be asked about their views on Catholic education.
  • Interviews or observation sessions may assess the child's character strengths such as initiative, cooperation, and politeness.
  • Given the focus on mental health, the school may inquire about the child's emotional management and family support.
  • National education is a priority; the child may be observed for basic knowledge of national symbols (flag, anthem).
  • The culture of appreciation is prominent; parents should be ready to discuss how they practice appreciation at home.

Summary judgement

聖伯多祿天主教小學 preparation should focus on whether the child can grow steadily with support from both family and school. Parents should connect official information to concrete home practice: reading, manners, self-care, emotional regulation, cooperation and natural expression.

Parent FAQ

Is the school open to non-Catholic families? How is religious education handled?

According to school reports, religious cultivation is core but the school welcomes all backgrounds. Non-Catholic families need not worry; the school uses atmosphere and activities to introduce Catholic values. Parents can support by allowing children to join prayer sessions, pilgrimages, etc., to foster spirituality and character.

What is the assessment policy like? Will P1 students feel pressured?

The school has optimized its assessment policy by reducing the number of exams and offering mock assessments for P1 to aid transition. No-homework days and Mental Health Days also reduce stress. According to the 2024/25 report, 92% of students find these measures helpful. The school emphasizes joyful learning.

How does the school support students' mental health?

The school organizes Mental Health Days, has a sports base and garden, promotes the 'Seven Good Methods,' and practices Baduanjin morning exercise. Student guidance personnel and an educational psychologist are available. Families can support by fostering healthy routines and emotional expression.

What extracurricular activities are available? How can my child participate?

Activities cover service learning, STEM, environmental gardening, religious groups, etc. The 'One Person One Duty' scheme and service learning allow hands-on experience. Children can choose based on interest, e.g., Little Christ Pioneers, flag-raising team, garden guide.

What are the advantages of being a feeder school to St. Peter's Secondary School?

As a directly affiliated primary school, P6 students receive priority consideration in the Secondary School Places Allocation system. While the school reports do not provide specific placement data, parents can check the school website for the latest secondary school information.

What should parents avoid in the interview?

Avoid saying only that the school is famous, high-performing or convenient. Connect the school's values to home practice and the child's real habits.

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.