Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Kindergarten 2026 Guide | Lamma Island's Only Kindergarten

School Overview

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Kindergarten was established in 1961 and is the only kindergarten on Lamma Island. Operated by the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, the school is located in Yung Shue Wan, surrounded by lush greenery and offering an exceptional natural environment for children to learn and grow.

As a non-profit kindergarten participating in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme, the school provides tuition-free half-day sessions for eligible local students.

Basic Information

Item	Details
School Name	Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Kindergarten
Chinese Name	天主教露德聖母幼稚園
Sponsoring Body	Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong
Founded	1961
Address	DD 3 Lot No 1709, Lamma Island, New Territories
District	Islands
Phone	2982 0359
Fax	2982 4956
Website	www.ololckg.edu.hk

School Type & Admission

Item	Information
School Type	Non-profit-making
Student Category	Co-educational
Free Scheme	Participating
Classrooms	2
Capacity	Approx. 116 students
Staff	4
PN Class	Not available

2026 Fees & Charges

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Kindergarten participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme. Eligible local students enjoy tuition-free education.

Miscellaneous Fees Reference

Item	Fee (HKD)
Application Fee	$30
Registration Fee	$900 (deductible)
Summer Uniform	$349
Winter Uniform	$743
School Bag	$66-105
Tea & Snacks	$800
Textbooks	$674-890
Stationery	$70-83

Fees are for reference only. Please confirm with the school for actual charges.

Curriculum Features

Teaching Approach

The school follows the local curriculum aligned with the Education Bureau's curriculum guidelines, focusing on six learning areas:

Physical Fitness & Health
Language
Early Mathematics
Science & Technology
Self & Society
Arts & Creativity

Language Development

The school emphasizes language development through:

English Interest Activities: Led by specialist teachers to foster children's interest in English
Non-Chinese Speaking Support Group: Provides engaging Chinese learning experiences for non-Chinese speaking children

Nature-Based Education

Located on Lamma Island with vast outdoor spaces, children regularly:

Connect with nature
Participate in outdoor activities
Engage in sensory exploration

This unique learning environment is rare among Hong Kong kindergartens.

Educational Philosophy

Following Catholic educational principles, the school nurtures children to:

Respect God and Love Others: Building proper values
Care for the Community: Developing a spirit of service
Appreciate Creation: Learning to cherish the beautiful things created by God

Multicultural Campus

Lamma Island is home to families from around the world, creating a diverse student body. In this multicultural environment, children learn to:

Respect different cultures
Live harmoniously with others
Enjoy the pleasures of community life

Student Support

New Student Orientation

The school provides pre-school activities for new students each year, allowing children and parents to familiarize themselves with the school environment together.

Individual Support

Teachers understand each child's learning progress through continuous observation and assessment records, providing appropriate support based on individual needs.

Special Educational Needs

The school participates in the On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services to provide professional support for children with special educational needs.

Non-Chinese Speaking Student Support

The school receives funding to support non-Chinese speaking children, including:

Additional teaching staff for Chinese language support
Creating a rich Chinese language learning environment
Building an inclusive campus
Professional development programs for teachers

Assessment Methods

The school employs diverse continuous assessment approaches:

Ongoing teacher observation and documentation
Regular distribution of assessment reports
Parent meetings
Classroom observations
Parent feedback collection
Child's Growth Portfolio as the final report

Parent Engagement

The school values home-school cooperation through regular activities:

Parent-Teacher Association
Parents' Day
Parent-Child Outings
Christmas Parties
Graduation & Closing Ceremonies
Parent Seminars
Parent-Child Workshops
Chinese Cultural Activities

Quality Review

The school has passed the Education Bureau's Quality Review and has been assessed as Meeting the Standards, demonstrating compliance with EDB requirements across all areas.

2026 Admission Information

Application Period

Applications are generally accepted from September to November each year. Please check the school website for details.

Application Method

Download the application form from the school website or collect in person
Complete the form with required documents
Submit in person or by mail

Required Documents

Copy of child's birth certificate
Recent photo of child
Copy of parent's identification document
Proof of address

Transportation

The school is located in Yung Shue Wan, Lamma Island. Parents and children need to take a ferry:

Central Pier No. 4 → Lamma Island (Yung Shue Wan)
Journey time: approximately 25-30 minutes

From Yung Shue Wan pier, it's about a 5-10 minute walk to the school.

Summary

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Kindergarten is the only kindergarten on Lamma Island with over 60 years of educational history. The school offers a beautiful natural environment with spacious outdoor areas, allowing children to grow surrounded by nature. With its multicultural campus atmosphere, professional teaching team, comprehensive support services, and participation in the free kindergarten scheme, it is an excellent choice for families living on Lamma Island.

Information sourced from the Education Bureau and official school data. Last updated: April 2026. Please confirm actual details with the school.