CARITAS NURSERY SCHOOL - KENNEDY TOWN 2026 | Quality Full-Day Early Childhood Education in Central & Western
Established in 1964, Caritas Nursery School - Kennedy Town is a well-established non-profit nursery school in Central & Western District, offering quality full-day programs. Child-oriented with focus on moral education and whole language approach, staff-student ratio 1:5.6, with professional counseling support.
School Overview
CARITAS NURSERY SCHOOL - KENNEDY TOWN is a non-profit nursery school located in the Central and Western District of Hong Kong. Established in 1964, the school has over 60 years of educational experience. As part of Caritas Hong Kong Education Service, the school upholds the motto "Be Faithful, Diligent and Stay Simple; Love God and One Another" and is committed to fostering the balanced and holistic development of young children in moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic, and spiritual aspects.
Located at 27 Pokfield Road, Kennedy Town, within the Caritas Social Centre, the school provides quality full-day education services for children aged 2-6 and participates in the government's Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| School Type | Non-profit-making |
| Organization | Caritas Hong Kong |
| Founded Year | 1964 |
| Principal | Ms. To Wai Ching |
| Supervisor | Madam Leung Chi Kin Gloria |
| Student Category | Co-educational |
| Free Scheme | ✅ Joined |
| PN Class | ✅ Available (Currently 10 students) |
Curriculum & Teaching
Curriculum Design
The school follows the "Kindergarten Education Curriculum Guide" (2017) to plan curriculum. Based on children's physical and psychological development and interests, the curriculum is designed with the "child-oriented" principle, integrating the following learning domains:
- Language
- Self and Society
- Early Mathematics
- Physical Fitness and Health
- Arts
- Science and Technology
The school particularly emphasizes religious and moral education, language education, and the development of creative thinking. Children in nursery classes will not be asked to write, and there will not be mechanical copying exercises or drills on calculation.
Teaching Features
1. Whole Language Learning Approach
The school integrates Integrated Curriculum and Whole Language Learning Approach. Children are encouraged to re-write stories and create children's rhymes, which lays down a good foundation for language development.
2. English Shared Reading Program
Through the Shared Reading Approach and Phonemic Awareness activities, the school strengthens children's English abilities, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, preparing them well for future learning.
3. Project Learning & Situational Learning
The school organizes individual, group, and interactive team activities. Through the implementation of Project Learning Approach and Situational Learning, children's spontaneous learning and problem-solving skills are nurtured, and their creative thinking is fostered.
Assessment Methods
The school adopts continuous assessment throughout the school year. Each child's learning progress is kept in the "Children Physical and Psychological Development and Learning Record" and "Individual Learning Portfolio." Regular individual meetings with parents are conducted to discuss children's growth and learning plans, ensuring every child receives appropriate learning support.
School Facilities
The school has 7 classrooms with a capacity of 93 students. The campus is equipped with the following professional facilities:
| Facility | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Indoor Playground | Provides safe activity space regardless of weather |
| Music Room | Music education and movement activities |
| Multi-function Counselling Room | Professional counseling and individual support services |
Faculty Strength
The school currently has 8 staff members, with 7 teachers holding degrees, representing a high proportion of professional qualifications. The staff-student ratio is maintained at 1:5.6, far exceeding the average kindergarten level, ensuring every child receives adequate attention and care.
Student Support
Moral Education
The school emphasizes moral education. "Children Month" and "Love and Care Campaign" are launched annually to develop children's qualities of forgiving, respecting, loving, helping, and accepting each other.
Adaptation Support
- Mixed Age Activities: Promote interaction among children of different ages
- New Student Adaptation: Help new students transition smoothly
- Primary School Preparation: Prepare children for primary school life
Special Educational Needs Support
The school has professional counseling teachers who provide individual learning curriculum and behavioral guidance for children with emotional and special learning needs. The school is currently joining the On-site Pre-school Rehabilitation Services, providing comprehensive support for children and parents in need.
Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Children
The school receives grants to support non-Chinese speaking (NCS) students, creating an enriched language environment for mastery of the Chinese language and an inclusive learning environment to facilitate students' integration.
Family-School Collaboration
Caritas Nursery School - Kennedy Town emphasizes family-school collaboration, providing diverse channels for parent participation:
- Class Observation: Parents are invited to school for class observation and individual interviews
- Parent-Teacher Association (PTA): Members and parent volunteers are regularly invited to participate in planning and leading children's activities
- Parent-Child Library Service: Promotes parent-child reading culture
- Parent Meetings & Parenting Education: Enhance parents' childcare knowledge
- School Activity Newsletter: Published regularly to strengthen parents' understanding of children's learning progress
Fee Information (2025/26 School Year)
The school has joined the government's Free Quality Kindergarten Education Scheme. Parents only need to pay partial fees:
| Class | Monthly Fee | Annual Fee | Meal Fee (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery (WD) | $1,464 | $17,568 | $234 |
| K1 (WD) | $1,464 | $17,568 | $234 |
| K2 (WD) | $1,464 | $17,568 | $234 |
Other Fees
- Application Fee: $40
- Summer Uniform: $55
- Winter Uniform: $65-250
- School Bag: $69
- Textbooks: $232-615 (depending on grade)
The above fees are for reference only. Please refer to the school's latest announcement for actual charges.
Application Information
Eligibility
The school provides full-day programs for children aged 2-6, including:
- PN Class (age 2-3)
- Nursery (K1)
- Lower Kindergarten (K2)
- Upper Kindergarten (K3)
Contact Information
- Address: 2/F Block A, 1/F (Portion), M1/F (Portion) & 2/F of Block B, Caritas Social Centre - Kennedy Town, 27 Pokfield Road, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong
- Phone: 2816 8008
- Fax: 2816 8009
- Website: http://ktns.caritas.org.hk
Quality Review
The school has passed the Education Bureau's Quality Review, with the review report confirming that the school meets quality standards. Parents can view the EDB Quality Review Report for more details.
School Vision
The school is committed to nurturing children to become individuals full of Loving, with initiative in Learning, and with Leading potential (3L educational philosophy), laying a solid foundation for children's future development.
References
- Education Bureau - Kindergarten Profiles 2025/26
- Caritas Nursery School - Kennedy Town - Quality Review Report
- Education Bureau - School Fee Information
Information is accurate as of April 2026. Parents are advised to contact the school directly for the latest admission information and to arrange a school visit.