The Women's Welfare Club (Eastern District) Nursery Hong Kong - Historic Community Kindergarten in Shau Kei Wan 2026

School Background

The Women's Welfare Club (Eastern District) Nursery Hong Kong was founded in 1956 and has over 70 years of educational history. Located at the Ground Floor of Oi Ping House, Oi Tung Estate in Shau Kei Wan, this non-profit kindergarten is deeply rooted in the community, serving grassroots families. As an educational institution under The Women's Welfare Club (Eastern District) Hong Kong, the school upholds the mission of "providing parents and children with comprehensive, quality pre-primary educational services", nurturing the next generation that is "dare to try, keen to learn, willing to take up responsibilities and good at communicating".

The current principal is Ms. Lee Yuet Fan Gloria, with Ms. Ting Yuk Chee Christina GBS, JP as the supervisor. The campus has 4 classrooms with a capacity of approximately 63 students, maintaining an ideal teacher-student ratio of 1:11.3 to ensure each child receives adequate attention and care.

Educational Philosophy and Goals

The school is committed to promoting children's whole person development in ethics, intellect, physique, social skills and aesthetics, allowing children to grow in a joyful learning environment. Through close collaboration with parents, we cultivate the next generation with the following qualities:

Dare to Try: Encouraging children to explore new things and develop a spirit of challenge
Keen to Learn: Stimulating learning interest and establishing a proactive learning attitude
Willing to Take Up Responsibilities: Cultivating a sense of responsibility and learning accountability
Good at Communicating: Enhancing expression skills and building good interpersonal relationships

School Facilities

Although the campus is modest in size, the school makes full use of the space to provide a diversified learning environment:

Facility	Function
Indoor Playground	Provides safe space for physical activities and gross motor development
Music Room	Nurtures musical talent through music and movement and rhythm training
Small Group Activity Room	Facilitates small group teaching and project studies for deeper learning

Located within a public housing estate, the school is conveniently accessible for parents in the district.

Curriculum Features

Child-Centred Curriculum Design

The school strictly follows the Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide (2017) and adopts a "child-centred" teaching philosophy:

Does not require K1 children to write with pencil, respecting children's developmental stages
Does not require children to do mechanical copying or drill-and-practice arithmetic exercises, avoiding premature academic pressure
Learning through play, complemented by thematic teaching and diversified integrated activities to broaden children's life experiences

Multilingual Learning Environment

The school places special emphasis on language development, providing rich language learning opportunities:

Native English Teacher (NET): Professional native English teachers provide authentic English exposure
Putonghua Teacher: Developing "bi-literacy and tri-lingualism" abilities to prepare for primary school
Chinese Learning Support: Specialized Chinese language support for non-Chinese speaking children

Signature Programmes

Fancy Rope Skipping: Professional fancy rope skipping coaches train coordination and teamwork
Project Studies: Cultivating children's exploratory spirit and problem-solving abilities through thematic inquiry
Outdoor Learning: Arranging field trips and visits to broaden horizons

Teaching Approach

The school adopts interactive teaching, enhancing learning effectiveness through diversified teaching strategies:

Play-based Learning: Using play as the main learning mode for joyful growth
Small Group Teaching: Promoting peer interaction and social skill development
Project Studies: Cultivating critical thinking through in-depth inquiry
Field Experiences: Enriching learning through visits and field trips

Assessment Mechanism

The school uses continuous assessment to comprehensively understand children's development:

Weekly observation records
Monthly assessments
Biannual comprehensive assessments
Regular release of observation and assessment reports to parents

Home-School Collaboration

The school values parent participation and strengthens home-school communication through various channels:

Activity Type	Content
Parents' Meetings	Regular meetings to discuss school policies and child development
Seminars/Workshops	Providing parenting knowledge and educational information
Parents' Class Observation	Allowing parents to understand children's learning
Parent-Child Activities	Promoting parent-child relationships and family harmony
Parent-Teacher Association	Building a bridge for home-school communication
Parent Volunteer Groups	Encouraging parents to participate in school affairs

Special Education Support

Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Children

The school has received funding to support NCS children, providing comprehensive support measures:

Hiring additional teaching staff/teaching assistants to support NCS children learning Chinese
Encouraging NCS parent volunteers to enhance communication
Building a rich Chinese language learning environment
Creating an inclusive campus to promote student integration
Arranging teacher participation in continuous professional development courses

Support for Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school is participating in the On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services, collaborating with professionals to provide appropriate training or referral services for children with special educational needs.

Fee Information (2026 Academic Year)

Tuition Fees

Class Type	Annual Tuition	Free Scheme
Full-Day	$47,064	✅ Participating
Half-Day	Not Available	-

Note: The school participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme. Eligible students can receive tuition subsidies.

Other Fees

Item	Fee
Application Fee	$40
Summer Uniform	$405-410
Winter Uniform	$615-670
School Bag	$95
Textbooks	$476-781

Tea and snacks, workbooks, and stationery are free, reducing the financial burden on parents.

PN Class (Pre-Nursery)

The school offers a PN class with 19 students currently enrolled. The PN class provides early education for 2-year-olds, helping them adapt to group life and prepare for K1.

Admission Application

Application Period

The general application period is from September to November each year. Parents should check the school website for specific dates.

Contact Information

Phone: 2561 3409
Fax: 2516 7062
Website: http://www.ednursery.edu.hk
Address: G/F, Oi Ping House, Oi Tung Estate, Shau Kei Wan, Hong Kong

Quality Assurance

The school has passed the Education Bureau's Quality Review. The review report shows that the school meets standards in all aspects. Parents can refer to the Education Bureau Quality Review Report for details.

Summary

The Women's Welfare Club (Eastern District) Nursery Hong Kong is a community kindergarten with deep historical roots, particularly suitable for:

✅ Families residing in Shau Kei Wan or Eastern District ✅ Working parents seeking full-day care services ✅ Parents valuing a multilingual learning environment ✅ Families hoping for children to grow in a relaxed and joyful environment ✅ Non-Chinese speaking or SEN families

The school participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme with affordable fees, plus comprehensive parent support and special education services, making it a worthy choice for Eastern District parents.

References

Information in this article is accurate as of April 2026. Tuition and admission information is subject to the school's latest announcements. Parents are advised to contact the school directly for the latest admission details.