Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) 2026 - Quality Non-Profit Kindergarten in Islands District

School Overview

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) is a non-profit kindergarten located in the Islands District, operated by the Sunshine Island Foundation. Established in 2003, the school is situated at Shop K01, G/F, Coastal Skyline, 12 Tung Chung Waterfront Road, New Territories, conveniently located near Tung Chung MTR Station.

The school participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme, enabling eligible children to receive free quality kindergarten education. With over 20 years of experience, Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) is committed to providing quality pre-primary education services to local families.

Basic Information

Item	Details
School Type	Non-profit-making
Student Category	Co-educational
Year Established	2003
Number of Classrooms	5
Approved Capacity	222
Staff Total	16
Teacher-Student Ratio	Approximately 1:7
Contact Phone	2420 1068
School Website	http://www.sunisland.edu.hk

Educational Philosophy and Features

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch)'s vision is "to provide quality pre-primary education and lay the foundation for life-long learning, to render a pleasurable learning environment to nurture self-esteem, self-caring ability, self-learning and decent personality." The school believes that "quality education is built on passion for continuous improvements," constantly enhancing teaching quality.

Educational Goals

The school's curriculum is built on five major developmental areas:

Physical Development - Promoting gross and fine motor skills through diverse physical activities
Cognitive Development - Fostering children's spirit of exploration and problem-solving abilities
Language Development - Building foundations in bi-literacy and tri-lingualism
Affective & Social Development - Cultivating good character and social skills
Aesthetic & Cultural Development - Inspiring artistic potential and cultural literacy

The school strictly follows the "Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide" (2017) to plan curriculum. Children of nursery classes will not be asked to write, and there will be no mechanical copying exercises or drills on calculation, allowing children to learn and grow in a natural and pleasant environment.

Curriculum Design and Teaching Features

Curriculum Planning

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) designs curriculum around children's daily life experiences, integrating bi-literacy and tri-lingualism, mathematics, physical fitness, science, personal development, social skills, and art into classroom activities. The curriculum is relevant to children's life experiences, making learning meaningful and engaging.

Teaching Approach

The school employs diverse teaching methods, including:

Activity-based approach - Learning through hands-on experiences
Group activities - Promoting peer interaction and cooperative learning
Activities led by English-speaking teachers - Providing authentic English language contexts
Project-based activities - Developing inquiry and problem-solving skills
Off-campus visits - Broadening children's horizons and life experiences
Reading programmes - Establishing good reading habits
Parent-child activities - Strengthening parent-child relationships and home-school collaboration

Learning Assessment

The school assesses children's learning progress through continuous observation and recording. Teachers observe students' performance during daily learning activities and report to parents through assessment reports and observation records. All learning progress assessment reports are filed in each student's "Student Portfolio," enabling parents to clearly understand their children's growth trajectory.

Facilities and Environment

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) is equipped with comprehensive learning facilities, providing a safe and comfortable learning space for children:

Outdoor Playground - Allowing children to engage in outdoor activities, developing gross motor skills and exploring nature
Indoor Playground - Providing safe indoor activity space, weather-independent
Small Library - Cultivating children's reading interest and habits
Free Play Area - Enabling children to choose learning activities autonomously, developing self-learning abilities

Located within the Coastal Skyline residential area, the school enjoys a beautiful and tranquil environment away from busy roads, providing a safe learning environment for children.

2026 Admission Arrangements

Application Information

Application Fee: HK$40
Registration Fee: HK$970 (half-day programme)
Application Period: Generally from September to November each year (please contact the school for the latest arrangements)

Fee Reference

The school participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme. Eligible children can enjoy free half-day programmes. Other miscellaneous fees reference (2026):

Item	Fee (HKD)
Summer Uniform	$410
Winter Uniform	$1,053
School Bag	$135
Tea & Snacks	Free
Textbooks	$2,000 - $2,030
Workbooks	$23
Stationery	$200

The above fees are for reference only. Actual charges are subject to school announcement. For details, please refer to the School Fee Certificate.

Student Support Services

New Student Adjustment

The school provides an adjustment period for new students to help them gradually adapt to school life. Additionally, the school offers preparatory programme for student adjustment to primary one study for K3 students, helping children smoothly transition to primary school.

Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) has received Grant for Support to NCS Students, providing comprehensive support measures:

Appointing additional teaching staff/assistants to support NCS students learning Chinese
Arranging interpretation/translation services
Engaging NCS parent volunteers
Creating an enriched Chinese language learning environment
Joining the "C-for-Chinese@JC" Project as an affiliated school

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support

The school is joining the On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services, providing appropriate support for children with special educational needs.

Home-School Collaboration

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) values home-school communication and collaboration, offering diverse parent participation activities:

Parent-school communication app - Facilitating instant communication
Briefings for parents of new students - Helping parents understand school operations
Parent-teacher sharing meetings - Promoting two-way communication
Parent education workshops/seminars - Enhancing parents' parenting knowledge
Visits to primary schools - Helping parents prepare for their children's transition to primary school
Parent-child carnival, picnics and sports day - Strengthening parent-child relationships

Quality Assurance

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) has passed the Education Bureau's Quality Review, receiving professional recognition. Parents can view the Quality Review Report to understand the school's teaching quality.

The school has 11 teachers with degree qualifications. The teaching team is professional and experienced, committed to providing quality pre-primary education for children.

Conclusion

Sun Island Kindergarten (Tung Chung Branch) is a quality non-profit kindergarten in the Islands District, emphasizing learning through play and holistic child development. The school offers free quality kindergarten education with well-equipped facilities and a professional teaching team, providing appropriate support for NCS students and children with special educational needs. For parents residing in the Tung Chung area, this is a worthwhile option to consider.

For more information about admission arrangements for the 2026/27 school year, parents are advised to contact the school directly or visit the school website for the latest updates.

References

Information in this article is as of April 2026. Parents are advised to contact the school directly for the latest admission information.