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Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section)

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 900
Type Girls School, Co-educational
Opened 1925
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Chamorro
Typical class size 30
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) is an all‑girls Catholic day school located at 130 Waterloo Road in Kowloon. The school began as a kindergarten on 11 February 1925 and, as enrolment grew, opened in a dedicated campus in 1937. Since 1997 the Primary Section has operated as a whole‑day, non‑boarding school for students in Primary 1–6. The school runs a school‑based curriculum designed by its Curriculum, Learning and Teaching Committee, with emphasis on holistic development, values education and STEAM‑oriented learning. English is the language of instruction in the English language curriculum; Chinese is taught as a separate subject, and Putonghua (Mandarin) is offered as an additional language. The Principal is Ada Chan. The school serves girls aged approximately 6–12 and provides a wide range of ECAs and clubs, including Debate Team, Drama Club (Cantonese) and STEM Club.

130 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong

The Essentials

Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) has 900 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
The Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) campus is located at 130 Waterloo Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong. It sits in the Kowloon Tong area, within Kowloon City District. Access is via Boundary Street for some admissions events, indicating the campus border and gate near Boundary Street.

Stages
The Primary Section covers the early years from Primary 1 to Primary 6. It sits alongside the Secondary Section, which serves grades from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6, forming a two-section school.

Type
The school is a girls-only Catholic institution operating as a day school. It is part of the Maryknoll Convent School system and does not function as a boarding school.

Additional learning support
The Primary Section participates in a school-wide approach to inclusive education. A dedicated Student Support Team coordinates support for learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and works with teachers and families, including access to professionals such as educational psychologists and speech therapists. Early identification and examination accommodations are among the measures described in school materials.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school operates as a local Hong Kong Catholic school.

Religious affiliation
Catholic, affiliated with the Maryknoll Sisters. The school identifies as a Roman Catholic institution in Hong Kong.

School day structure
The school day typically starts around 8:00 a.m. and ends around 2:50 p.m., with a lunch break from 12:05 p.m. to 1:05 p.m. The Primary Section runs a full daytime schedule with multiple periods per day.

Bus service
Public information does not list a dedicated Maryknoll bus service for the Primary Section. Families typically use public transport or private arrangements. The campus area is served by nearby MTR options (Kowloon Tong Station) and bus routes around Boundary Street and Kowloon City. Example transit options near the school include Kowloon Tong Station and several bus routes in the area.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen on campus. A tuck shop is available on campus.

Governance and Ownership
Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited is the School Sponsoring Body of Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) and Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section). The foundation's official website is foundation.mcs.hk.
Fees
*Application fees*

- No application or registration fee is charged as part of the Primary One application/registration process; the published Primary One registration procedure does not list any application fee.

*Tuition and school fees (by year group and per term)*

- Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) is a government‑subsidised (aided) primary school and does not charge a school tuition fee for P1–P6. Annual tuition / school fee: HKD 0 for all year groups (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6). Per term tuition: HKD 0.

- The school does levy an annual 'tong fai' (school composite/activity) charge of HKD 6,000. This is reported as the school's published annual tong fai for the current school‑charge listing.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*

- The tong fai is published as an annual charge (HKD 6,000). The school's public materials and the school charge summary do not list a detailed invoicing schedule or term-by-term billing dates for the tong fai. Parents should note the tong fai is described as an annual school charge.

*Boarding fees (if applicable)*

- Boarding is not offered by Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section); there are no boarding or accommodation fees. The school is a day primary school and published facility lists do not include boarding.

*Other compulsory or recurring charges*

- PTA fee: HKD 100 per year (published as the Parent‑Teacher Association annual fee).

- Other standard charges (listed school fee, other charges, approved charges for non‑standard items) are shown as not specified in the school charge summary; optional items commonly paid by parents (examples: school uniform, lunch, school outings, instrument hire or external activity fees) do not have fixed amounts published in the school's annual charge summary.

*Refunds and fee remission*

- There is no separate published refund policy for the tong fai or PTA fee in the school's publicly posted documents. Education reporting notes that the Education Bureau requires schools charging tong fai to provide fee remission/waivers for families with financial difficulty; the school's tong fai must be administered in line with that requirement. Specific refund or remission arrangements (timing, eligibility, documentation) are not detailed in the school charge summary.

*Fee payment options and contact for payment queries*

- The school's public pages and the annual charge summary do not specify payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, autopay). For payment arrangements or accepted payment channels, the school lists direct contact details: telephone numbers and a general school email address for enquiries. Use the published school contact details to confirm acceptable payment methods.
Academics

Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 12.

Curriculum
Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) uses a school-based curriculum designed by the Curriculum, Learning and Teaching Committee to foster holistic development, with a focus on self-reflection and self-directed learning through 'From me to ME', the 5E learning cycle, STEAM, and BYOD to promote blended learning. Values education and gifted and cultural education are integrated, aligned with Education Bureau initiatives and reflecting the Catholic ethos of the school. The English Language program is core and emphasizes immersive, practical language use, supported by the English Ambassadors scheme and English ECAs such as Debate Team, Drama Club, and Battle of the Books. The Chinese Language curriculum covers language and literature with exposure to classical texts and a Chinese Culture Self-Study Program. The Mathematics curriculum is organized around five strands (Number, Algebra, Measures, Shape & Space, Data Handling), with Primary 2-6 Maths Team involvement and year-specific activities such as Kakuro for Primary 1 and Rummikub for Primary 4, plus online-learning platforms. A broad spectrum of ECAs supports the curriculum and holistic development, including debating, drama, mathematics, STEM, and service learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) supports social and emotional learning (SEL) through a whole-school mental health strategy aligned with the Education Bureau's 4Rs framework (Resilience, Rest, Relaxation, Relationships), with Gratitude added as a fifth pillar. The school operates a 4R Team and a Counselling Team as part of its Student Wellbeing structure. It launched the Maryknoll Mindfulness Patterns to help students unwind, focus, and cultivate calm; mindfulness practice has been extended across grades and corridors. It runs resilience, emotion-understanding and stress-management activities, and a Grace & Courtesy Campaign to strengthen social skills. The One-off Grant for Mental Health at School supports these universal and targeted actions, with documentation in the annual mental health report detailing school-wide routines and individual support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Primary Section publicly discloses support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students as the main SEN-related provision. An assigned dedicated teacher or team coordinates NCS support and related learning. The School Support Summary for 2023/24 shows modes such as pull-out learning, split-class or co-teaching, increased Chinese lesson time, and a school-based Chinese language curriculum. Additional measures include Chinese learning groups, bridging courses, paired-reading schemes, and peer cooperative learning, as well as home–school cooperation measures to support NCS families. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a dedicated SEN unit.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL: The school's English as an Additional Language support stems from its NCS education support framework, coordinated by a dedicated teacher/team. It uses in-class and pull-out approaches to Chinese language learning as part of Chinese acquisition for NCS students, and supports a school-based Chinese language curriculum and adapted materials. Other measures include Chinese learning groups, bridging courses, paired-reading schemes, and peer cooperative learning, with home–school cooperation to assist families. The School Support Summary for 2023/24 confirms these arrangements and the Education Bureau funding for NCS support.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through a Whole-School 4Rs framework (Resilience, Rest, Relaxation, Relationships) with Gratitude as a fifth pillar. The 4R Team, Counselling Team, and Value Education Team deliver wellbeing initiatives, including resilience workshops, mindfulness-based programming, and stress-relief art and activities. Maryknoll Mindfulness Patterns (Zentangle-inspired patterns) and Nagomi Pastel Art workshops provide structured techniques for calming and focus. Sleep and rest routines and the Grace & Courtesy Campaign support relationships and emotional regulation. The One-off Grant for Mental Health at School funds these actions and related resources, with formal reporting in the School's mental health documentation.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.
Parent Experience

History
Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) began as a kindergarten for 12 children in the Maryknoll Sisters' parlor at 103 Austin Road on 11 February 1925. A proper campus at the Waterloo Road–Boundary Street corner was completed in 1937 and opened to about 400 students. The school suspended in 1941 during World War II and reopened on 8 January 1946 after repairs. In 1961 the secondary section moved to its own building on 5 Ho Tung Road, adjacent to the primary section, enabling the Primary Section to expand. From 1992 governance and sponsorship evolved: the MCS Educational Trust was established, the Primary Section became a whole-day school in 1997, the MCS Foundation took sponsorship in 2005, and the main building was declared a monument in 2008; the school celebrated its centenary in 2025.

Community
Maryknoll Day in October fosters connection with Maryknoll's history through talks, activities, and a centenary letter-writing project, with input from staff, alumni, and Sr. Betty Ann. All Saints Day Mass is observed on campus, bringing together Fr Daniel Kim, students, and staff to honour the Maryknoll Sisters and the Catholic tradition. In 2025, Centenary Mass on February 11 and a Centenary Open House on February 16 engaged thousands of Maryknollers and the wider community in celebrating 100 years.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The MCSPS PTA was established in 2000. It consists of nine ordinary members and eight ex-officio members. The PTA's leadership for 2025–2026 includes Chairperson Ms. Athena Tso, Vice-Chairperson Ms. Vilian Sum, and ex-officio Member Ms. Ada Chan, with officers covering roles such as Treasurer, Secretaries, Academic Officer, Recreation Officer, Liaison Officer, and General Affairs Officer. The PTA's mission is to foster a strong partnership between parents, teachers and the school to support student learning and well-being; advocate for the needs and interests of students, parents and teachers; promote community involvement through events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities; facilitate effective communication; and raise funds for school programs and improvements. The PTA maintains channels such as a Newsletter and a PTA Channel for communication and operates through the school office to engage families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) has a campus equipped to support a broad range of learning and student life. The facilities include dedicated STEM spaces (STEM Room and STEM Makerspace) and a New Wing Computer Room for technology-enabled learning. Creative spaces include a Digital Music Room, Music Room, and a Visual Arts (VA) Room, alongside a Heritage Centre for historical and cultural studies. On the sports and outdoor front, the campus features a swimming pool, a basketball court, and covered playgrounds, with additional outdoor play areas. In addition, the campus provides a canteen, a prayer room, an assembly hall, and several specialized learning rooms across the premises.

Sports Facilities
Sports and outdoor facilities include a swimming pool for aquatic activities and PE, a basketball court for team sports, and a covered playground for supervised outdoor activity. Additional outdoor play areas are available for daily physical activity and after-school programs.

Academic Facilities
STEM Room and STEM Makerspace support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities. The New Wing Computer Room provides ICT facilities for lessons, coding, and digital projects. Visual Arts (VA Room) and the Music-related spaces (Music Room and Digital Music Room) support arts education. The Heritage Centre and the NCS Room offer resources and dedicated spaces for project work and school activities beyond regular lessons.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The campus supports extracurricular work in music and arts through the Music Room, Digital Music Room, and VA Room. STEM-related clubs and activities can use the STEM Makerspace and STEM Room. The Heritage Centre provides a venue for exhibitions and cross-curricular projects, while the Assembly Hall and Auditorium host performances and assemblies. Other spaces such as the Canteen and Prayer Room support student life surrounding ECAs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Primary Section offers clubs and competitions for academically inclined students. Battle of the Books, Debate Team, Maths Team and Maths Club are among the options, with Time to Talk available as well. The STEM Club provides hands-on projects and technology exploration.

Arts & Creative
Arts activities include Drama Club (Cantonese) and Drama Team, plus Junior and Senior Choir. Instrumental groups include Chinese Orchestra, Handchime Team, Strings Orchestra and Wind Band. Visual arts include Ink Painting Club and Puppet Crafts Club; dance groups include Junior Chinese Dance Team and Senior Chinese Dance Team.

Cultural & Language
Cantonese-language drama supports language expression. Chinese culture is represented by Junior and Senior Chinese Dance Teams, Chinese Instrumental Classes and Chinese Orchestra. These activities promote cultural awareness and language appreciation beyond the classroom.

Social & Hobbies
Brownies, MCS Explorers and Young Pioneers of Christ offer social and service-oriented activities. Filmit and IT Club provide technology- and media-related hobbies. Go Green Club focuses on environmental topics, while Time to Talk supports peer communication.

Community & Service
Service learning is a core component of student development. Students participate in service projects and community outreach to make a positive impact. This work helps develop empathy, teamwork and leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and physical activity are central to student life, with an Athletics Club and teams for badminton, basketball, gymnastics, table tennis and volleyball. Outdoor pursuits and regular PE support physical health and teamwork. Creative and performing arts offerings also contribute to wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is taught through a comprehensive English Language Curriculum that emphasizes active participation, reading and writing, and communication. The English program is supported by the English Ambassadors scheme and English ECAs such as the Debate Team and Drama Club. The Chinese language program covers Chinese language and literature, with activities in reading, writing, listening, and speaking; it includes reading classical Chinese literature and a self-directed Chinese Culture Learning Program. Putonghua (Mandarin) is offered as a language subject, with Putonghua-focused activities and competitions featured in school events.
Reputation

Awards
World Scholar's Cup (Stockholm Global Round, 2024): Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) earned multiple medals in the Stockholm Global Round (Super Junior Division), including Gold in Debate and other individual and team recognitions, reflecting strong performance across events and events like Team Debate. This is recorded as a school-level achievement in the English 2024-2025 page.

Hong Kong Mathematics and Olympiad and related competitions (2024–2025): The school earned a Team Gold award at the 2024 Hong Kong Mathematical and Olympiad Open and related events, along with multiple individual Golds and other medals in math/Olympiad categories, and a Team Silver in the 2024 Hong Kong Inter-school Math and Olympiad Elite. These are presented as school-level achievements in the Mathematics 2024-2025 page.

Second HK Online Math Challenge 2024: The Maryknoll Primary Section team was recognised with the “Excellent School Award” (small year group) in the Second HK Online Math Challenge 2024, highlighting school-wide performance in an online competition.
Other 2024–2025 mathematics recognitions: The school's math program also notes awards such as First Class Gold and Gold Awards in various categories (individuals) and Team Gold in other mathematics contests, as documented on the Mathematics 2024–2025 page. While individual awards are listed for students, there are multiple explicit team-level recognitions attributed to the Maryknoll Primary Section.
World Maths Championship 2024: The school earned an Achiever's Trophy (2nd position) and Gold medals in multiple categories, reflecting a strong performance across the competition. These are listed under the 2024 Math/OL competitions on the Mathematics page.
Hong Kong Youth Mathematics Elite Cup 2024: The school secured Champion in a 2024 edition of the Hong Kong Youth Mathematics Elite Cup, reflecting top results in a regional math competition.
2025 HKMO Open and AIMO Open (Hong Kong / Asia-wide math competitions): The school earned Gold medals in both the HKMO Open and the Asian International Mathematics Olympiad Open in 2025, highlighting high achievement in international math contests.
Bay Cup / Bay Area Cup (Greater Bay Area math competitions) 2025: The school attained top prizes in Bay Cup-style regional math contests, as documented in the 2024–2025 math competition records.
All-Hong Kong School Chinese & English Handwriting / Speech-related events (2024–2025) and related school-wide performance: Several school-recorded language and handwriting/ speech festival recognitions are posted as achievements for the school, showing cross-cubed academic celebration; these are listed in the Achievements/English and Chinese sections of the site.

Accreditations
- The school operates within the Hong Kong Catholic Education framework and is guided by the principles of the Hong Kong Catholic Diocese. This provides a Catholic ethos and values-driven framework for governance and school life.
Educational Trust and Sponsoring Body: The Maryknoll Convent School Educational Trust was established in 1992 to support the school's operation and development, and the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation was established in 2005 to sponsor the school. These bodies form the formal governance and funding structure for the school.

- The Maryknoll Convent School Foundation acts as the sponsoring body for the school, providing governance and sponsorship through its foundation structure.

- Curriculum alignment with Education Bureau guidelines: The school's curriculum and educational approach are described as aligning with Education Bureau initiatives, indicating governance and curricular alignment with public standards in Hong Kong.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Decide your admission path for Primary 1. Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section) uses two main entry routes: Central Allocation (EDB) and Special Admission (school-based). For Central Allocation in 2026, the Education Bureau will inform eligible families in mid‑January 2026 to make school choices via the POA e-platform, and those bound to their ePlatform account with iAM Smart+ may submit the Choice of Schools Form electronically. Special Admission is a separate route; details are published on the school site in mid‑May each year.

Waitlist
The school's Primary One process operates through Central Allocation (EDB) and a School-based Special Admission route, followed by a Discretionary Places (DP) process handled by the school. The Education Bureau central allocation allocates places “as far as possible” based on parental choice, and the school publishes DP results as part of its allocation process.
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