TWGHS Katherine Ma Kindergarten Review | Tuen Mun

School Overview

TWGHS Katherine Ma Kindergarten is located in Yan Tin Estate, Tuen Mun, founded in 2019. It is one of the newest kindergartens under TWGHS, featuring rock-climbing wall, performance area, and Amazing Blocks Wall.

Basic Information

| Item | Information |

|------|-------------|

| Address | G/F, Yat Tin House, Yan Tin Estate, Tuen Mun, NT |

| Phone | 2885 7313 |

| Founded | 2019 |

| Sponsoring Body | Tung Wah Group of Hospitals |

| School Type | Non-profit |

| Gender | Co-educational |

| Supervisor | Ms. Tang Ming Wai |

| Principal | Ms. Lo Lai Wan |

| Free Scheme | ✅ Yes |

School Size

Classrooms: 7
Student Capacity: 364
Staff: 18
Teacher-Student Ratio: Approx. 1:7.8-10.8

Why Choose This School? ⭐

1. TWGHS Brand

TWGHS is one of Hong Kong's largest charitable organisations with assured quality.

2. Newest Facilities

Opened in 2019 with state-of-the-art facilities including rock-climbing wall, performance area, Amazing Blocks Wall.

3. Free Application

Application fee is $0 (free), one of the few kindergartens without application fee.

4. Highly Qualified Teachers

94% of teachers hold degrees (17 teachers), extremely professional team.

5. Scholarship System

Outstanding Student Scholarship, Language Scholarship, and Art Scholarship available.

Educational Philosophy & Curriculum

Mission Statement

"In accordance with TWGHS educational mission, providing diverse pre-school services. Encouraging children to develop positive values through 'Diligence, Frugality, Loyalty and Faithfulness'."

Curriculum Features

Curriculum Type: Local
Language: Trilingual (bilingual classes available)
Teaching Approach: Picture book teaching, life themes, integrated arts

5A Education Goals

Attitude - Good attitude
Active-learning - Active learning
Artistic Sensibility - Aesthetic sense
Advocacy - Promoting mindfulness
Adaptability - Adapting to the world

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: $0 (Free)
Registration Fee: HK$970

Other Fees (Annual)

| Item | Fee |

|------|-----|

| Summer Uniform | HK$76-273 |

| Winter Uniform | HK$226-582 |

| School Bag | HK$83 |

| Tea & Snacks | HK$600 |

| Workbooks | HK$259-387 |

Note: Textbooks and stationery are free, overall fees are low.

Facilities & Environment

Campus Facilities (Highlights)

TWGHS Katherine Ma has exceptionally modern facilities:

🏠 Indoor Playground
🎵 Music Room
🎮 Multi-Purpose Playroom
🧗 Rock-Climbing Wall
🎭 Performance Area
🎨 Painting Wall
📚 Reading Corner
🧱 Amazing Blocks Wall
🌱 KMK Garden

Teaching Staff

Total Staff: 18
Degree Holders: 17 (94%)
Teacher-Student Ratio: Approx. 1:7.8-10.8

Admission Information

Student Support

Comprehensive support including:

New student adaptation activities
K-P1 transition activities
In-school social work service
Individual counselling
Community collaboration
Outstanding Student Scholarship
Language Scholarship
Art Scholarship
Interest class subsidies

Nearby Amenities

Transport

MTR: Siu Hong Station, about 10-minute walk
Bus: Multiple routes passing Yan Tin Estate
Minibus: Multiple routes available

Community

Located in Yan Tin Estate, Tuen Mun:

New public housing estate
Modern facilities
Complete community amenities
Young families gathering

Special Support

NCS Support

Received grant for NCS student support
Additional teaching staff
Rich Chinese language environment
Inclusive campus

SEN Support

On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services
Individual learning support
Emotional counselling
Parent support services
"Sunshine Kids" programme

Suitable for Which Families?

✅ Recommended for:

Families living in Tuen Mun
Families seeking Free Scheme schools
Families valuing modern facilities
Families embracing TWGHS philosophy
Families seeking highly qualified teachers

⚠️ May need to consider:

Families on HK Island or Eastern Kowloon
Families preferring historic traditional schools
Families preferring Christian/Catholic schools

Information for reference only. Please contact the school directly for the latest information.