PLK Tin Ka Ping Siu Hong Kindergarten Review | Tuen Mun
PLK Tin Ka Ping Siu Hong Kindergarten was founded in 1983, with a capacity of 556 students, the largest in Po Leung Kuk system. This article provides an in-depth review.
School Overview
PLK Tin Ka Ping Siu Hong Kindergarten is located in Siu Hong Court, Tuen Mun, founded in 1983. It is the largest kindergarten under Po Leung Kuk, participating in the Free Kindergarten Scheme to provide quality and affordable pre-school education.
Basic Information
| Item | Information |
|------|-------------|
| Address | Level 3, Commercial Centre, Siu Hong Court, Tuen Mun, NT |
| Phone | 2466 8131 |
| Founded | 1983 |
| Sponsoring Body | Po Leung Kuk |
| School Type | Non-profit |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Supervisor | Ms. Helena Tung Ching Yee |
| Principal | Ms. Cheung Fung Mei |
| Free Scheme | ✅ Yes |
School Size
- Classrooms: 7
- Student Capacity: 556 (largest in PLK system)
- Staff: 26
- Teacher-Student Ratio: Approx. 1:9.5-9.9
Why Choose This School? ⭐
1. Po Leung Kuk Brand Assurance
Po Leung Kuk is one of Hong Kong's largest educational organisations with rich experience and assured quality.
2. Free Scheme School
Participating in government Free Kindergarten Scheme, half-day classes are basically free.
3. Trilingual Education
Fully implements bilingual and whole-language teaching, emphasising trilingual development.
4. Positive Education Campus
Building positive campus culture, integrating sex education, emotional management, moral, civic and national education.
5. Passed EDB Quality Review
Received "Meeting the standards" rating from EDB Quality Review.
Educational Philosophy & Curriculum
Mission Statement
"To create a happy, safe, caring, warm learning environment with good teacher-student interaction and parent-teacher collaboration, letting children have a happy school life and a colourful childhood."
Curriculum Features
- Curriculum Type: Local
- Language: Trilingual (Chinese, English, Putonghua)
- Teaching Approach: School-based integrated design activities
Teaching Methods
- Theme, project and design-based teaching
- Multiple intelligence learning environment
- Exploration, questioning, data collection, group discussion
- Fun learning, building positive and interactive attitudes
Important Commitments
The school promises:
- ❌ No writing required for nursery class children
- ❌ No mechanical copying exercises
- ❌ No drilling calculation practice
Fees
Tuition
The school participates in Free Kindergarten Scheme:
- Half-day: Basically free
- Application Fee: HK$40
- Registration Fee: HK$970
Other Fees (Annual)
| Item | Fee |
|------|-----|
| Summer Uniform | HK$450 |
| Winter Uniform | HK$900-940 |
| School Bag | HK$60 |
| Tea & Snacks | HK$800 |
| Textbooks | HK$1,390-1,450 |
| Workbooks | HK$595-675 |
Facilities & Environment
Campus Facilities
- 🎮 Outdoor Playground
- 🏠 Indoor Playground
- 🎵 Music Room
- 🎨 Activity Room
- 📚 Teaching Resources Room
- 📖 Reading Zone
Teaching Staff
- Total Staff: 26
- Degree Holders: 23 (88%)
- Teacher-Student Ratio: Approx. 1:9.5-9.9
Admission Information
Application Period
Generally accepts applications in September-October.
Student Support
Comprehensive student support services:
- New student adaptation activities
- Positive education activities
- Various health checks
- School social worker workshops
- P1 transition activities
- Sex education and health talks
Nearby Amenities
Transport
- MTR: Siu Hong Station, about 5-minute walk
- Light Rail: Siu Hong Station
- Bus: Multiple routes
Community
Located in Siu Hong Court Shopping Centre:
- Complete community facilities
- Convenient shopping
- Near Light Rail and MTR
- Popular with young families in Tuen Mun
Special Support
NCS Student Support
- Received grant for NCS student support
- Rich Chinese language learning environment
- Inclusive campus
- Teacher professional development
SEN Support
- On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services
Suitable for Which Families?
✅ Recommended for:
- Families living in Tuen Mun
- Families seeking Free Scheme schools
- Families embracing positive education
- Families valuing trilingual education
- Families wanting children to grow in a large school
⚠️ May need to consider:
- Families living on HK Island or Kowloon
- Families preferring small class teaching
- Families preferring private or international schools
Information for reference only. Please contact the school directly for the latest information.