Sun Island English Kindergarten 2026 Guide | 40+ Years in To Kwa Wan
Sun Island English Kindergarten, established in 1984, is a non-profit kindergarten in Kowloon City District. Offering PN classes, trilingual curriculum, native English teachers, and 12 classrooms with diverse facilities. 2026 fees and admission info included.
School Overview
Sun Island English Kindergarten was founded in 1984 and has been serving the To Kwa Wan community for over 40 years. As a non-profit institution in Kowloon City District, the school upholds the belief that "quality education is built on passion for continuous improvements." The school strives to provide a pleasurable learning environment that nurtures self-esteem, self-caring ability, self-learning spirit, and decent personality, laying a solid foundation for lifelong learning.
Located at 152 Pau Chung Street, To Kwa Wan, the school occupies three floors (lower ground, ground, and first floor) with 12 classrooms and a capacity of approximately 318 students. The school employs 21 staff members, including 15 degree-qualified teachers, maintaining a teacher-student ratio of approximately 1:8 to ensure personalized attention for each child.
2026 Fees and Charges
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Half-day Tuition | HK$29,460/year |
| Full-day Tuition | HK$56,160/year |
| Application Fee | HK$40 |
| Registration Fee | HK$970 |
| Summer Uniform | HK$410 |
| Winter Uniform | HK$1,053 |
| School Bag | HK$135 |
| Tea & Snacks | HK$180-360 |
| Textbooks | HK$2,000-2,030 |
The school participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme, providing fee subsidies for eligible local students.
Curriculum Highlights
Five Development Domains
The curriculum is structured around five developmental goals: physical development, cognitive development, language development, affective and social development, and aesthetic and cultural development. Learning areas including bilingual literacy, mathematics, physical activities, science, personal growth, social skills, and arts are integrated comprehensively into daily activities based on themes relevant to children's everyday experiences.
Trilingual Education
The school emphasizes language development with small group activities led by native English-speaking teachers, allowing children to acquire English naturally. A dedicated Putonghua room supports Mandarin learning, achieving true biliteracy and trilingualism (Chinese, English, and Putonghua).
Activity-Based Learning
The school employs activity-based teaching, group activities, and project-based learning to encourage active exploration. Following the Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide (2017), the school does not require nursery students to write with pens or engage in mechanical copying or drilling exercises.
Enrichment Activities
- Off-campus visits and field trips
- Reading programmes
- Parent-child activities and carnivals
- Participation in external competitions and events
Campus Facilities
The school features diverse specialized rooms and activity spaces:
- Indoor Playground: For gross motor activities
- Music Room: Developing musical interest and rhythm
- English Room: Creating an immersive English learning environment
- Reading Room: Cultivating reading habits and self-learning
- Putonghua Room: Providing a Mandarin language environment
- Blocks Building Area: Developing logical thinking and creativity
Pre-Nursery (PN) Programme
The school offers a Pre-Nursery (PN) programme for children aged 2. With approximately 17 PN students, the programme provides appropriate transitional activities to help young children adapt to group settings and prepare for nursery class.
Student Support
- Free extended care services: Supporting working parents
- Adjustment period for new students: Smooth transition support
- Primary One preparatory programme: Preparing for primary school
- Non-Chinese speaking (NCS) support: Additional teaching staff, translation services, and inclusive campus initiatives
Home-School Partnership
The school values home-school communication through various parent activities:
- Parent-school communication app
- Briefings and parent-teacher meetings
- Parent education workshops and seminars
- Primary school visits
- Parent-child carnivals, picnics, and sports day
Assessment Approach
Teachers assess student progress through observation and documentation of daily learning activities. Progress is reported to parents through evaluation forms, observation records, and summary assessments. All reports and supporting materials are filed in each student's personal "Student Portfolio," providing a comprehensive record of the child's growth.
Contact Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | LG/F, G/F & 1/F, Pau Chung Building, 152 Pau Chung Street, To Kwa Wan, Kowloon |
| Phone | 2714 5545 |
| Fax | 2834 3322 |
| Website | www.sunisland.edu.hk |
Source: Education Bureau Kindergarten Profile. Information is for reference only. Please verify with the school for the latest details.