Buddhist Cheung Mui Kwai Kindergarten 2026 Guide | Quality Preschool in Tai O
Buddhist Cheung Mui Kwai Kindergarten is a non-profit kindergarten in Tai O, Lantau Island. Discover the school's curriculum, facilities, fees and 2026 admission info.
School Overview
Established in 1995, Buddhist Cheung Mui Kwai Kindergarten is located in Lung Tin Estate, Tai O, Lantau Island. As one of the long-standing non-profit kindergartens in the Islands District, the school operates with Buddhist principles of compassion and enlightenment, providing quality early childhood education for the Tai O community.
The school is a member of the Kindergarten Education Scheme, offering free half-day programmes for local children.
Educational Philosophy
Guided by the concept of whole-person development, the school focuses on nurturing children's balanced growth across five aspects: moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic. Through Buddhist educational values, the school aims to:
- Cultivate good moral character
- Develop independent thinking skills
- Build positive attitudes towards life
- Inspire creativity and observation abilities
Curriculum Highlights
Learning Through Play
Following the Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide (2017), the school implements a play-based learning approach. Key features include:
- Activities designed around children's life experiences
- Integration across multiple learning domains
- Ample opportunities for self-directed learning
- No writing requirements for nursery classes; no mechanical copying drills
Thematic Teaching
The school adopts thematic teaching, selecting focus themes each year for in-depth exploration. Through diverse artistic elements, children's creativity and observation skills are nurtured.
Biliteracy and Trilingualism
The school promotes biliteracy (Chinese and English) and trilingualism (Cantonese, English, and Putonghua) through daily teaching activities, building a strong language foundation for primary school.
School Facilities
With 4 classrooms accommodating approximately 100 students, the school offers well-equipped facilities:
| Facility | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Outdoor Playground | Physical activities and motor skill development |
| Indoor Playground | All-weather play space |
| Music Room | Music education |
| Computer Room | IT learning |
| Audio-visual Room | Multimedia teaching activities |
Staff and Classes
- Principal: Ms. Chiang Siu Yi
- Supervisor: Mr. Hong Po Sum
- Teacher-Student Ratio: Approximately 1:8 (AM session)
- Degree-holding Teachers: 3
The school values professional development to ensure teaching quality.
2026 Fees
As a member of the free education scheme, half-day tuition is free. Other reference fees:
| Item | Fee (HKD) |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $40 |
| Registration Fee | $900 |
| Summer Uniform | $155 |
| Winter Uniform | $172 |
| Tea and Snacks | $500 |
| Workbooks | $130 |
| Stationery | $100 |
Student Support
The school provides an adaptation period for new students. For children with special learning needs, the school coordinates with relevant organisations to provide appropriate support.
Parent Engagement
The school values home-school collaboration and organises various activities:
- Parent volunteer programme
- Parent days and classroom observation
- Parent-child excursions
- Parent-child design competitions and activities
Admission Information
- Application Period: September to November each year
- Phone: 2985 6544
- Fax: 2985 4060
- Website: www.bcmk.edu.hk
- Address: Room KG01, Kindergarten Block, Lung Tin Estate, Phase II, Tai O, Lantau Island, New Territories
Location Advantage
Tai O is a traditional fishing village on the western coast of Lantau Island. Children growing up here experience close contact with nature and the unique stilt house culture, offering an educational environment distinctly different from urban settings.
Information referenced from EDB school data. Please verify details with the school directly.