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Taught languages English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, French
Typical class size 29
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is an aided girls' school located at 5 Ho Tung Road in Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Secondary Section sits on the same Kowloon Tong campus as the Primary Section (primary at Waterloo Road) and moved to 5 Ho Tung Road in 1960 to accommodate increasing student numbers. The school follows a six-year, Form 1–Form 6 curriculum under a school-based curriculum framework designed to align with the Hong Kong education system and to support a seamless transition from junior to senior secondary education. English is the primary language of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese language taught as part of the core program. The school offers a broad range of co-curricular activities, including leadership opportunities through the Student Association, performing arts ensembles (e.g., choir and orchestra), and service-oriented clubs; it also participates in joint-school exchanges and competitions. The principal is Meimei Chan (as of August 2025).
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) has 841 pupils, typical class sizes of 29, instruction in English.
Location
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is located at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Kowloon Tong is a residential district with good public transport links. The school is within walking distance of Kowloon Tong MTR Station and is served by multiple bus routes and minibuses.
Stages
The Secondary Section runs a two-tier program: a Junior Curriculum for the lower secondary years and a Senior Curriculum for the upper years (Form 4 to Form 6). The Junior Curriculum and Senior Curriculum pages outline the structure and offerings for each level.
Type
The school is an all-girls institution in the Hong Kong education system. It is an aided school and is operated by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited, with a Catholic identity emphasized in its values and sponsorship.
Additional learning support
The school provides Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with annual summaries of the support provided (e.g., 2024–2025). Facilities for Additional Learning Needs include ramps, an accessible lift, and accessible toilet facilities.
Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. The school is a Hong Kong-based institution run by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited.
Religious affiliation
Catholic. The school operates under Catholic education values as part of its sponsoring body and mission.
School day structure
A typical school day includes a morning Homeroom and a structured timetable of class periods with breaks and a lunch period; exact start and end times vary by form and year. Public timetables for Form 1 indicate an early start, with a first bell around 7:55 a.m. and Homeroom beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Bus service
The school coordinates a bus service with external providers. Bus routes commonly used by students include lines such as 1, 1A, 3C, 81C, 87D, and 281A; Kowloon Tong Station provides MTR access, and minibuses pass near the school for additional routes.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application fees
- There is no application or registration fee charged for Form One discretionary applications to Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section).
Tuition fees (by year group and term)
- Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is a government‑aided secondary school and does not charge tuition. For all year groups (S1 to S6) the tuition fee is HKD 0 per term and HKD 0 per year.
Other compulsory annual charges
- Parent‑Teacher Association (PTA) annual fee: HKD 120. - Student Union / Association annual fee: HKD 50. - Approved charges for non‑standard items (annual): HKD 310 (listed as the approved non‑standard charge covering specified items). - Other regular charges: HKD 0 (no other regular annual school fee listed).
These items are listed as annual charges.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The listed PTA fee, student union fee and approved non‑standard item charge are described as annual charges; specific billing dates and payment deadlines for those items are communicated to parents by the school or the PTA in school/PTA notices. The school's admissions documentation shows the administrative timetable for applications but does not publish a general tuition billing schedule because no tuition is charged.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) does not provide boarding facilities and no boarding or hostel fees are charged.
Other costs parents should expect (amounts not published as fixed school fees)
- Parents are responsible for routine out‑of‑pocket items where applicable, such as school uniform(s), textbooks and workbooks, stationery, school photographs, examination fees for public/optional examinations, transport (school bus or private arrangement), and charges for optional school trips, camps and some extracurricular activities. The school's published accounts of annual charges do not list standard tuition but do list the approved non‑standard item charge; costs for uniforms, textbooks and optional activities are arranged or communicated to parents as required and are not presented as a single annual tuition line.
Refund information
- There is no tuition to refund. For the other listed annual charges or for payments made for activities, uniforms or trips, a specific refund policy is not published in the school's public admissions or PTA information pages; refunds (if applicable) are handled according to the school's or PTA's policy and the terms communicated to parents for each charge or activity.
Fee payment options
- The school's public pages and PTA pages list the charge items but do not publish a standardized list of accepted payment methods for those charges. Payment methods and instructions (for PTA items, trips, non‑standard charges, etc.) are communicated to parents in school or PTA notices; parents should follow the payment instructions provided in those notices or contact the school/PTA directly for the available payment channels.
Academics
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.
Curriculum
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) offers a six-year, school-based curriculum for Forms 1–6, organized into Junior (S1–S3) and Senior (S4–S6) phases, with Extended Learning Programmes and STEAM Education integrated into the School-based Curriculum. In junior secondary, most subjects are taught in English while Chinese Language, Chinese History and Putonghua are provided under Chinese MOI, reflecting a bilingual delivery aligned with HK guidelines. In senior secondary, four core subjects are English Language, Chinese Language, Mathematics, and Citizenship and Social Development, and students generally study three elective subjects from a broad range of options. Elective subjects cover sciences, humanities, business, ICT and the arts, including Economics, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Geography, History, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Information and Communication Technology, Literature in English, Visual Arts and Music. The curriculum emphasises cross-curricular and experiential learning, with an Extended Learning Programme in Form 4, STEAM initiatives in earlier forms, and other school-based activities to support holistic development and HKDSE preparation.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Admission framework and routes. Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) follows the Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) system. Students are admitted either through discretionary places or via the Education Bureau's (EDB) allocation process. For discretionary places, applicants may apply to up to two secondary schools participating in the SSPA system; this school's discretionary places total 54 for 2026–2027 (subject to final approval). The school confirms these arrangements and directs applicants to use the SSPA framework for entry.
Scholarships
Maryknoll Convent School offers an Internal Scholarships program that recognises outstanding students across categories such as academic work, civic awareness, community service, creativity, leadership, music and art, spiritual devotion, and sports.
The school also highlights External Scholarships and Awards with multiple entries per year (e.g., Jockey Club Volunteer Together programs and other disciplinary/organizational scholarships).
Waitlist
There is no separate, school-run waitlist published for admission. Admissions are governed by the SSPA system, with discretionary-place announcements and allocations managed through the EDB framework.
School Events
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FAQs
What type of school is Maryknoll Convent School Secondary?
It is a Catholic girls' secondary school at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, offering Forms 1 through 6 with a centenary history.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school follows the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) curriculum with extended learning opportunities.
How many students attend the school?
The Secondary Section has approximately 841 students across Forms 1-6.
Does the school charge tuition fees?
The school operates as a government-aided school, so tuition is free for local students.
What learning support is available?
The school concentrates SEN provision on Non-Chinese Speaking students with a dedicated teacher coordinating support, language assistance measures and educational resources.
Is the school co-educational?
No, Maryknoll Convent School Secondary Section is an all-girls school.
Where is the school located?
The school is at 5 Ho Tung Road, Kowloon Tong, in a residential neighbourhood accessible by public transport.
What is the school's religious affiliation?
The school is a Catholic institution with strong connections to the Maryknoll Sisters and Catholic educational tradition.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school offers extended learning programmes alongside the core HKDSE curriculum, including enrichment and community service opportunities.
When was the school founded?
Maryknoll Convent School has a centenary history, having been established as part of the Maryknoll educational mission in Hong Kong.
