Ho Oi Day Nursery (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen) - Quality Non-profit Kindergarten in Kowloon City 2026
Ho Oi Day Nursery, established in 1997 and sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen, is located in Kowloon City District. It offers quality whole-day early childhood education, participates in the Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme, maintains a 1:8.5 teacher-student ratio, provides PN classes, and features child-centered spiral-theme teaching approach.

School Overview
Ho Oi Day Nursery (嗇色園主辦可愛幼兒園), sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen, was established in 1997 and has nearly 30 years of educational experience. Located on the ground floor of Harmony Garden in Kowloon City District, the school is easily accessible and is a trusted non-profit kindergarten among parents.
The school upholds Sik Sik Yuen's spirit of "universal relief and moral education," committed to providing quality pre-primary education services for children in the district. As a participant in the Education Bureau's "Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme," parents can enjoy government subsidies to reduce tuition burdens.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1997 |
| School Type | Non-profit-making |
| District | Kowloon City |
| Free Scheme | ✅ Participating |
| PN Class | ✅ Available (14 places) |
| Student Category | Co-educational |
| Capacity | 97 students |
| Staff | 13 members |
| Teacher-Student Ratio | 1:8.5 |
Vision and Mission
Ho Oi Day Nursery adheres to the educational philosophy of "child-centered" and "teaching children in accordance with their aptitude," creating an enjoyable learning environment for children. Through all-rounded curriculum complemented with excellent teaching staff, the school inspires children's individual potential.
The school emphasizes:
- All-rounded Development: Balanced development in moral, intellectual, physical, social, and aesthetic aspects
- Self-directed Learning: Inducing children's initiative and ability to learn
- Group Learning: Training interpersonal and communication skills through group experience
- Solid Foundation: Laying a foundation for lifelong learning
Curriculum Features
Spiral-Theme Based Teaching
The school designs curriculum based on children's characteristics, needs, abilities, interests, and life experiences, adopting a spiral-theme based teaching approach to help children learn in a relaxed and pleasant environment, achieving all-rounded and well-balanced development.
The curriculum follows the "Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide" (2017). Children of nursery classes will not be asked to write, and there will not be mechanical copying exercises and drills on calculation.
Child-Centered Learning Approach
The school adopts a child-centered teaching and learning approach, incorporating:
- Exploration activities
- Arts-integrated activities
- Free play sessions
Children are encouraged to observe and explore their surroundings to inspire thinking and strengthen self-directed learning abilities.
Biliteracy and Trilingualism
To cultivate children's language development of "Biliteracy and Trilingualism," the school provides a language-rich environment through diversified activities such as songs, stories, contextual learning, and games, allowing children to gain exposure to Cantonese, English, and Putonghua language materials.
Chinese Culture Experience
The school designs a variety of interesting learning activities to cultivate children's interest in:
- Chinese literature
- Martial arts
- Art
- Traditional food culture
Facilities
Located on the ground floor of Harmony Garden, the school features:
| Facility | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Indoor Playground | Provides safe play space for physical development |
| Music Room | Conducts music activities to cultivate interest in music |
| Multi-purpose Room | Hosts various types of learning activities |
Teaching Staff
The school has 13 staff members with a teacher-student ratio of 1:8.5, ensuring each child receives adequate care and attention. Among the teaching team, 11 teachers hold degree qualifications, demonstrating excellent professional standards.
Principal Ms. Leong Mio Chu leads the team in providing quality early childhood education services.
Student Assessment
The school uses continuous observation to assess children's learning effectiveness, regularly providing:
- Assessment reports
- School life reports
- Personal development portfolio records
Student Support Services
New Student Adaptation
- New student adaptation arrangements
- Primary one transition program to facilitate smooth transition
Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students
The school has received Grant for Support to NCS Students, with measures including:
- Creating an inclusive learning environment to facilitate students' integration
- Facilitating professional development for teachers
- Developing effective strategies to help NCS students learn Chinese
Special Educational Needs Support
The school is participating in On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services, cooperating with other schools and community organizations. Referral cases can receive professional support from the Social Welfare Department's occupational therapy, physiotherapy, psychologist, language therapy, and other professional teams.
Home-School Cooperation
The school values home-school cooperation and regularly organizes diversified parent-child activities:
- Parents' Day
- School picnics and outings
- Booth games days
- Seminars
- Volunteer services
- Workshops
- Festival celebrations
- Parent-child day trips
- Visit activities
- Parent-child classes
These activities enhance parent-child communication and relationships.
Fee Information (2026 Academic Year)
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Tuition | Free Scheme (Government Subsidy) |
| Application Fee | $40 |
| Summer Uniform | $368-$538 |
| Winter Uniform | $455-$784 |
| School Bag | $110 |
| Textbooks | $410-$750 |
Note: The above information is from the Education Bureau website. Please contact the school for actual fees.
Admission Information
- Application Period: September to November annually
- Contact: 2760 8360
- School Website: https://www2.siksikyuen.org.hk/education-services/kindergartens-and-child-care-centres/ho-oi
Address
G/F Shop 1A, 1B, 2A & 2B, Harmony Garden, 55 Kowloon City Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon
Quality Assurance
The school has passed the Education Bureau's Quality Review, receiving accreditation that parents can trust.
References
- Education Bureau - Kindergarten Profiles 2025/26
- Education Bureau - Quality Review Report
- Ho Oi Day Nursery Official Website
Information is accurate as of April 2026. Parents are advised to contact the school directly for the latest admission information.