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Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 841
Type Girls School
Opened 1925
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, French
Typical class size 29
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is an aided girls' school located at 5 Ho Tung Road in Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Secondary Section sits on the same Kowloon Tong campus as the Primary Section (primary at Waterloo Road) and moved to 5 Ho Tung Road in 1960 to accommodate increasing student numbers. The school follows a six-year, Form 1–Form 6 curriculum under a school-based curriculum framework designed to align with the Hong Kong education system and to support a seamless transition from junior to senior secondary education. English is the primary language of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese language taught as part of the core program. The school offers a broad range of co-curricular activities, including leadership opportunities through the Student Association, performing arts ensembles (e.g., choir and orchestra), and service-oriented clubs; it also participates in joint-school exchanges and competitions. The principal is Meimei Chan (as of August 2025).

5, Ho Tung Rd, Kowloon Tsai, Hong Kong

The Essentials

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) has 841 pupils, typical class sizes of 29, instruction in English.

Location
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is located at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Kowloon Tong is a residential district with good public transport links. The school is within walking distance of Kowloon Tong MTR Station and is served by multiple bus routes and minibuses.

Stages
The Secondary Section runs a two-tier program: a Junior Curriculum for the lower secondary years and a Senior Curriculum for the upper years (Form 4 to Form 6). The Junior Curriculum and Senior Curriculum pages outline the structure and offerings for each level.

Type
The school is an all-girls institution in the Hong Kong education system. It is an aided school and is operated by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited, with a Catholic identity emphasized in its values and sponsorship.

Additional learning support
The school provides Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with annual summaries of the support provided (e.g., 2024–2025). Facilities for Additional Learning Needs include ramps, an accessible lift, and accessible toilet facilities.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. The school is a Hong Kong-based institution run by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited.

Religious affiliation
Catholic. The school operates under Catholic education values as part of its sponsoring body and mission.

School day structure
A typical school day includes a morning Homeroom and a structured timetable of class periods with breaks and a lunch period; exact start and end times vary by form and year. Public timetables for Form 1 indicate an early start, with a first bell around 7:55 a.m. and Homeroom beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Bus service
The school coordinates a bus service with external providers. Bus routes commonly used by students include lines such as 1, 1A, 3C, 81C, 87D, and 281A; Kowloon Tong Station provides MTR access, and minibuses pass near the school for additional routes.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen on campus.

House System
The four Houses are Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, and Topaz.

Governance and Ownership
Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited is the School Sponsoring Body of Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) and Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section). The school is governed by an Incorporated Management Committee.
Fees
Application fees

- There is no application or registration fee charged for Form One discretionary applications to Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section).

Tuition fees (by year group and term)

- Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is a government‑aided secondary school and does not charge tuition. For all year groups (S1 to S6) the tuition fee is HKD 0 per term and HKD 0 per year.

Other compulsory annual charges

- Parent‑Teacher Association (PTA) annual fee: HKD 120.
- Student Union / Association annual fee: HKD 50.
- Approved charges for non‑standard items (annual): HKD 310 (listed as the approved non‑standard charge covering specified items).
- Other regular charges: HKD 0 (no other regular annual school fee listed).

These items are listed as annual charges.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The listed PTA fee, student union fee and approved non‑standard item charge are described as annual charges; specific billing dates and payment deadlines for those items are communicated to parents by the school or the PTA in school/PTA notices. The school's admissions documentation shows the administrative timetable for applications but does not publish a general tuition billing schedule because no tuition is charged.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) does not provide boarding facilities and no boarding or hostel fees are charged.

Other costs parents should expect (amounts not published as fixed school fees)

- Parents are responsible for routine out‑of‑pocket items where applicable, such as school uniform(s), textbooks and workbooks, stationery, school photographs, examination fees for public/optional examinations, transport (school bus or private arrangement), and charges for optional school trips, camps and some extracurricular activities. The school's published accounts of annual charges do not list standard tuition but do list the approved non‑standard item charge; costs for uniforms, textbooks and optional activities are arranged or communicated to parents as required and are not presented as a single annual tuition line.

Refund information

- There is no tuition to refund. For the other listed annual charges or for payments made for activities, uniforms or trips, a specific refund policy is not published in the school's public admissions or PTA information pages; refunds (if applicable) are handled according to the school's or PTA's policy and the terms communicated to parents for each charge or activity.

Fee payment options

- The school's public pages and PTA pages list the charge items but do not publish a standardized list of accepted payment methods for those charges. Payment methods and instructions (for PTA items, trips, non‑standard charges, etc.) are communicated to parents in school or PTA notices; parents should follow the payment instructions provided in those notices or contact the school/PTA directly for the available payment channels.
Academics

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) offers a six-year, school-based curriculum for Forms 1–6, organized into Junior (S1–S3) and Senior (S4–S6) phases, with Extended Learning Programmes and STEAM Education integrated into the School-based Curriculum. In junior secondary, most subjects are taught in English while Chinese Language, Chinese History and Putonghua are provided under Chinese MOI, reflecting a bilingual delivery aligned with HK guidelines. In senior secondary, four core subjects are English Language, Chinese Language, Mathematics, and Citizenship and Social Development, and students generally study three elective subjects from a broad range of options. Elective subjects cover sciences, humanities, business, ICT and the arts, including Economics, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Geography, History, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Information and Communication Technology, Literature in English, Visual Arts and Music. The curriculum emphasises cross-curricular and experiential learning, with an Extended Learning Programme in Form 4, STEAM initiatives in earlier forms, and other school-based activities to support holistic development and HKDSE preparation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) at Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is supported through a formal Pastoral Care framework and a dedicated counselling program. Each year, external organisations are invited to speak to students on topics such as sex education, life education, resilience, stress management, and wise use of social media to meet students' developmental needs. Smileys is a mindfulness and positive psychology initiative run with training from a clinical psychologist, featuring Smileys Week, class visits, and service to the community. The Counselling team—including educational psychologists, a clinical psychologist, a speech therapist, and school social workers—provides consultations, training sessions, and counselling services to support learning, peer relationships, and other aspects of school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) concentrates its SEN-related provision on Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with a dedicated teacher/team coordinating support. Language-support measures for NCS students include pull-out learning, longer Chinese lessons, cross-curricular Chinese learning, a school-based Chinese curriculum, and adapted teaching materials, plus after-class support. Inclusive practices include translating major notices, cultural integration activities, and opportunities for NCS students to interact with Chinese-speaking peers, as well as home–school cooperation with bilingual communication and information for parents about options.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is implemented through the Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) educational support framework, coordinated by a dedicated staff team. Measures to assist NCS students include translating major notices on the school website, and creating opportunities for learning and interaction with Chinese-speaking peers, including involvement in uniform groups and community service. Additional language support features encompass cross-curricular Chinese learning and a school-based Chinese curriculum, with after-class support available for students needing extra help.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through counselling and wellbeing initiatives. The school hosts talks and workshops on resilience, stress management, and responsible use of social media to meet students' educational needs. Smileys promotes positive psychology and mindfulness, with activities such as Smileys' Week and class visits led by a clinical psychologist. Extra support comes from Educational Psychologists, a Clinical Psychologist, a Speech Therapist, and School Social Workers who provide consultations, training, and counselling for students facing learning or social challenges.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed through targeted programmes and activities in the Secondary Section. The F.1 Anti-Bullying Workshop (January 10, 2024) trained students on zero tolerance of bullying and appropriate responses by bystanders. Character Education emphasises guidance, reflection, and a whole-school approach to wellbeing and safety, with the Prefect Board serving as student leaders in promoting welfare. Additional safeguarding-related activities are integrated into school life, including ongoing counselling and pastoral care provisions.
Parent Experience

History
Maryknoll Convent School opened on 11 February 1925 with 12 students in the convent parlour at 103 Austin Road, under Sr Mary Paul. It moved to 248 Prince Edward Road in 1931, and in 1937 a new campus at Waterloo Road became the main site. World War II interrupted operations in 1941 when the Sisters left Hong Kong, and the school reopened in 1945. In 1960 the secondary section moved to 5 Ho Tung Road, while the primary section remained at Waterloo Road, and in 2008 the Main Building was declared a Hong Kong Declared Monument. Governance and sponsorship evolved through the late 20th and early 21st centuries with the Maryknoll Student Association established in 1967, a Staff Council in 1971, the MCS Educational Trust in 1992, the PTA in 2001–02, and the MCS Foundation becoming the sponsoring body in 2005, with the centenary celebrated in 2025.

Community
The Maryknoll Convent School Secondary Section community brings together current students, alumnae, parents, and staff who engage in ongoing activities and events throughout the year. The Centenary Open House in 16 February 2025 and the Centenary Relay for Love 3.0 in April 2025 showed the breadth of participation across generations. Religious and service activities underpin the community, with regular Masses, pilgrimages, and charity work coordinated by student groups such as the Catholic Society and Legion of Mary. The PTA engages families in school life through events and programs that connect home and school.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Maryknoll Convent School Secondary Section PTA coordinates parent–teacher–student collaboration and is based at 5 Ho Tung Road; its contact is pta.mcsss.hk@gmail.com. The PTA runs AGM meetings and a range of activities including religious and cultural events, workshops, and family programs (e.g., Ba Ma Day, a Christmas Party, Parent Breakfast gatherings, and Love for Bunnies: parent-child volunteer days). It also supports events such as the Jubilee Pilgrimage and Movie Nights and hosts activities like a Chinese Painting Workshop. Ba Ma Day is one of the PTA's signature events, with activities held in 2024 and 2025.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is located at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. A school library is available to students for study and research. The school offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities, with a Student Association, four Houses (Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz), and various clubs and teams across academic, arts, languages, service, and sports. The school promotes Green Education and campus sustainability initiatives, including efforts to create a green campus and campus-wide environmental programs. A campus eco-tour website highlights the outdoor spaces and greenery on the Maryknoll campus.

Academic Facilities
The library is a central academic facility for study and research.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities include a wide range of clubs and teams across categories such as academic groups, performing arts, languages, service, and sports. The Student Association and a four-house system (Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz) help organize events and leadership opportunities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) offers a wide range of clubs and activities across six categories: academic groups, interest groups, performing arts groups, religious groups, sports teams, and service groups. The Student Association provides leadership opportunities and cultural exchange through events such as joint-school leadership training programmes, local exchanges, Maryknoll's Got Talent, and the annual funfair. The school operates Form 1 and Form 4 Extended Learning Programmes (ELP) designed to foster holistic development, with emphasis on reflective thinking and self-management. STEAM Education focuses on real-world problem solving and inquiry, with activities organized outside the classroom to extend learning across STEAM disciplines.

Arts & Creative
The Clubs and Teams framework includes a performing arts category that supports drama and music activities. Joint-school events feature drama performances and Chinese Orchestra concerts. These arts activities provide platforms for students to showcase talents during school events and competitions. Maryknoll's Student Association also runs events like Maryknoll's Got Talent as part of arts engagement.

Cultural & Language
Cultural and language activities are fostered through language clubs, cultural societies, and exchange programs coordinated by the Student Development team. A Joint-school Exchange Programme with Wah Yan College Kowloon occurred in 2025, enabling students to attend lessons at partner schools and participate in joint activities. The school runs local exchanges and cultural events that promote cross-cultural understanding, with platforms for student expression such as Maryknoll's Got Talent and other cultural events.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs and Teams span six categories, including academic, interest, performing arts, religious, sports, and service groups, offering social and hobby-based activities. Inter-house events such as Cheering Competition, Dodgeball, Cookery Contest, and Talent Quest foster peer connections and mentorship across forms. Joint-school events and student-led activities provide informal gatherings for pursuing personal interests, while service groups offer opportunities to engage with the community.

Community & Service
Community service and volunteering are promoted through religious and moral education activities, including Catholic Week, donation drives, and volunteer work led by the Catholic Society. Service groups within the clubs framework undertake outreach and social responsibility initiatives. Pastoral care and guidance, including counselling, support students' community service and wellbeing. Leadership structures such as the Prefect Board coordinate service and community activities.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership is fostered through the Student Association, which coordinates leadership training and joint activities. The Prefect Board provides leadership training and serves as role models for peers. The Careers and Life Planning Committee supports career development and mentoring opportunities. Mentoring and professional skill-building opportunities are offered through school programmes and events such as mentorship gatherings.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Inter-school sports events and school sports teams promote physical fitness. A recent inter-school swimming competition demonstrates active participation. Counselling and pastoral care services support students' mental health and wellbeing. Character Education activities and the Prefect Board cultivate resilience, healthy relationships, and personal growth.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Chinese are the languages taught; English Language and Chinese Language are core subjects in the Senior Curriculum. The school provides dedicated support for NCS students, including cross-curricular Chinese learning and a school-based Chinese language curriculum, as well as in-class and pull-out Chinese language support and increased Chinese lesson time. Additional after-class support for Chinese language learning is available as part of the NCS support framework, with measures to promote an inclusive learning environment and to assist parents with information about schooling and progression.

Bilingual Teaching
The Senior Curriculum lists English Language and Chinese Language as core subjects, indicating bilingual language use across the curriculum. The school provides Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students with a dedicated team and school-based measures. Support includes in-class Chinese language support, pull-out Chinese language lessons, increased Chinese lesson time, cross-curricular Chinese learning, and a school-based Chinese language curriculum, with adjustments made to suit each student's progress and needs.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission framework and routes. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) follows the Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) system. Students are admitted either through discretionary places or via the Education Bureau's (EDB) allocation process. For discretionary places, applicants may apply to up to two secondary schools participating in the SSPA system; this school's discretionary places total 54 for 2026–2027 (subject to final approval). The school confirms these arrangements and directs applicants to use the SSPA framework for entry.

Scholarships
Maryknoll Convent School offers an Internal Scholarships program that recognises outstanding students across categories such as academic work, civic awareness, community service, creativity, leadership, music and art, spiritual devotion, and sports.

The school also highlights External Scholarships and Awards with multiple entries per year (e.g., Jockey Club Volunteer Together programs and other disciplinary/organizational scholarships).

Waitlist
There is no separate, school-run waitlist published for admission. Admissions are governed by the SSPA system, with discretionary-place announcements and allocations managed through the EDB framework.
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