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APPLICATION FORM

Please complete all sections of the application form:

Name of Applicant:__________________________________________Chinese Character: _________ (Family Name) (First Name) (Middle Name)

Sex: M/F Race:______________ Citizenship:________________ Passport No.:______________

Birthdate:_______________ Birth Cert No.:______________Place of Birth: __________________ (dd/mm/yy)

Hong Kong ID No.:______________________________ Hong Kong Permanent Resident: Yes/No Languages/dialects spoken by child:

Home Language English Putonghua Others ________________

1st Language English Putonghua Others ________________

2nd Language English Putonghua Others ________________

Language to be interviewed: English Putonghua (for PY applicants only)

Primary and Secondary Applicants will be interviewed in both English and Putonghua.

Name and address of schools attended (first school first):

Name & Country Language of Level Date (mm/yy)

Instruction (Enrolled-Left) (Enrolled-Left)

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Complete address of present or last school: _____________________________________________

_________________________________ Phone: _________________ Fax:__________________

Has the applicant previously applied to SIS? Yes/No

FOR SCHOOL USE:

PUPIL'S

RECENT

PHOTO

Date Received : _______________

Official Receipt No.: ___________

Admission No.: _______________

Date of admission to SIS: _______

Offered/Wait List/Rejected

Principal Date

Remarks (if any)

Offered/Wait List/Rejected

Principal Date

LEVEL APPLYING FOR: PY__/ PRI___/SEC__ EXPECTED ENTRY DATE: ______________ (mm/yy)

PUPIL'S PARTICULARS

PUPIL'S EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND


SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL(HONG KONG) – APPLICATION FORM

Address in Hong Kong:_____________________________________________________________

Mailing address in Hong Kong (if different from above): __________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Telephone No: __________________ Emergency Contact No.: _______________________

Permanent forwarding address outside Hong Kong: ______________________________________

Particulars:

Father/Guardian (Relationship to child) Mother/Guardian (Relationship to child)

Name:

____________________________ ____________________________

HKID No.:

____________________________ ____________________________

HK Permanent Resident:

Yes/No Yes/No

Passport No.:

_________________________________ _________________________________

Citizenship:

____________________________ ____________________________

Race:

____________________________ ____________________________

Occupation/Position:

____________________________ ____________________________

Company’s Name:

____________________________ ____________________________

Company’s Address:

____________________________ ____________________________

____________________________ ____________________________

Office Telephone No.:

____________________________

____________________________

Office Fax No.:

____________________________ ____________________________

Mobile Phone No. (1):

____________________________ ____________________________

Mobile Phone No. (2):

____________________________ ____________________________

Email Address:

____________________________ ____________________________

Applicant lives with (tick all that apply): Father Stepfather Guardian

Mother Stepmother Others _____________

Tick any that applies to applicant: Father is deceased Parents are divorced

Mother is deceased Parents are separated

PARTICULARS OF SIBLINGS IN SIS/APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

Name Age Sex Class

______________________________________ ______ M/F _______________________

______________________________________ ______ M/F _______________________

FAMILY DATA



Has the applicant repeated/or advanced any grades? Yes/No

If yes, please give details: __________________________________________________________

Does the applicant have any special educational needs? Yes/No

If yes, please specify: ______________________________________________________________

Does the applicant have any health/medication/physical concerns? Yes/No

If yes, please specify: ______________________________________________________________

Does the applicant have any special skill or hobby? ______________________________________

Has the applicant ever represented his/her school in sports, music, games, etc? Please give details:

________________________________________________________________________________

Other information or comments about applicant which may be helpful to this application:

________________________________________________________________________________

Type of debenture : Personal / Corporate

For corporate debenture, please provide written confirmation with the name of the child on official

company letterhead.

How did you know about SIS? Through: friends advertisement others (specify) ________

I declare that the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge. I understand and

agree that providing false information will result in this application being null and void.

_____________________ ___________________________ ___________________________

Signature of Parent Name Date

This application form is to be submitted together with the following: Admissions Report (for primary students only) to be sent by current school directly to SIS(HK).

Copies of official transcript of grades/report for the final year from each of the applicant’s previous

school on his/her performance, conduct and attitude towards learning, if applicable.

One recent passport-sized photograph, pasted on the space provided on the application form.

A non-refundable application fee of HK$2,200. Please submit a crossed cheque payable to

“THE SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION LIMITED” together with

the application form. A copy of the applicant’s birth certificate

Copies of both parents’ identity cards and travel documents (passport) which show their citizenship

and signatures.

A copy of the applicant’s proof of citizenship (passport).

OTHER INFORMATION



Privacy policy

1. The personal data collected from applicants and/or their parents/guardians pursuant to this application

form will be used by the Singapore International School (Hong Kong) ("SISHK") and The Singapore

International School Foundation Limited (“SISFL”) for various purposes including but not limited to:

o assessing the suitability of applicants for places in SISHK or SISFL;

o processing applications for admissions;

o verification of the applicant's examination results, academic records and other information;

o school administration and operation after admissions;

o statistical and research purposes;

o other school related purposes;

2. Personal data of applicants and their parents/guardians collected pursuant to this application form will be

handled by relevant SISHK or SISFL staff members and will be kept confidential.

3. SISHK or SISFL may disclose some of the data to third parties such as agencies (including the Hong

Kong government), service providers and contractors (whether within or outside Hong Kong) appointed

by SISHK or SISFL to undertake some of its academic, pastoral and administrative functions. This

includes transferring data between SISHK and SISFL.

4. Apart from the parties listed above, SISHK or SISFL will not disclose any personal data to any external

bodies or organisations unless:

o such disclosure is expressly provided for under this Statement;

o permitted to do so by the applicant or his/her parent/guardian; and/or

o permitted or required by law.

5. Personal data may be stored in the SISHK or SISFL database systems and online portals and whether the

application is successful, such personal data will form part of the applicant's official student records.

6. In schools where there are Parent Teacher Associations (PTA), SISHK or SISFL may provide such

personal data to the relevant PTA for PTA activities.

7. SISHK or SISFL may place student’s photo, name or school work in SISHK or SISFL website for

publications.

8. In the event where a student already has a sibling in an SISHK or SISFL, the school records of such

sibling may be updated according to the data provided on the new student's application form where

relevant.

9. Failure to provide the requested data may result in SISHK or SISFL being unable to process the

application and influence the outcome of the application.

Warning against bribery

1. Apart from the prescribed application fee, if applicable, no other fees are required to be paid in

connection to submission of this application.

2. Offering advantages to SISHK and the schools’ staff in relation to the application may constitute a

bribery offence under the laws of Hong Kong.

3. Should any information provided be found false, SISHK reserves the right to restrict the admissions

entry or withdraw the admissions offer.

4. There is a non-refundable and non-transferable application fee for one application of one applicant per

academic year, and that the collection of fee constitutes no assurance that a school place will be offered.

Admissions Report for primary students only

directly

Part A: Please tick the most appropriate choice from the listed options.

A. Sustaining attention☐

B. Task persistence

C. Listening, comprehending and following instructions

D. Coping with transitions

E. Impulsivity

F. Level of organization

Part B1. Please comment on the child’s ability to get along with peers and others inthe school.

2. What are the child’s strengths?

3. Has he/she had any behavioral or discipline problems at your school?

4. Please comment on the level of family support and communication with theschool.

5. Has this child received, or been recommended to receive, any special supportor accommodations? Please describe.

Please mail or e mail this form directly to:

General Information on Student Admissions- Page 1

GENERAL INFORMATION ON STUDENT ADMISSIONS

PART I General Information

PART II Admissions Policy and Procedure

PART III Application Process

PART IV Fees Structure for 2018/19

Payment Schedule and Withdrawal

PART V Student Services

Updated 15 October 2018


PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) is a unique school outside Singapore that is guided closely by the Singapore education philosophy. Established in September 1991, the school offers a rigorous bilingual curriculum. The school culture and environment are enhanced by its diverse mix of students and dedicated teachers who come from different cultures and bring with them different experiences and talents. SISHK fosters a spirit of innovation and experimentation which aims to bring out the best in every student. Its emphasis on teaching and learning beyond the classroom and co-curricular activities such as educational tours and camps allows every student to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual who is keen to meet life’s challenges and is prepared for global citizenship.

Our Strengths

A well-balanced education with a rich curriculum that focuses on the academic, physical,

aesthetic, moral and social development of the student

A bilingual education in English and Chinese (Putonghua)

A dynamic interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasises problem solving and use of ICT

(Information & Communication Technology)

A through-train education from Preparatory Years to Primary, Secondary and Pre-University

levels (IB Diploma Programme)

Our Programmes

Rigorous Mathematics and Science programmes (with Life Science as enrichment)

Community Involvement Programme (CIP)

Learning journeys that include educational field trips (local and overseas)

Dance, Swimming, Drama and Pastoral Care

Our Co-curricular Activities (CCAs)

A comprehensive CCA programme which is conducted outside school hours

Our forte is in aesthetics and we are developing ‘niche’ areas in Dance, Gymnastics, Choir,

Chinese Orchestra and Art

Others include Scouts, Brownies, Competitive Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Soccer, Chinese

and English Drama Clubs

Our Facilities

A conducive teaching and learning environment with facilities like the indoor swimming pool,

auditorium, gymnasium, Dance and Music Rooms, Science Laboratories, Computer

Laboratories (including an iMac Laboratory) and the rooftop play areas etc.

Our Student Outcomes

Confident, well-balanced, knowledgeable, resourceful individuals who can hold their own

anywhere in the world


The school operates from Monday to Friday as follows:

Preparatory Year 1 12.00 noon - 3.00 pm

Preparatory Year 2 8.20 am - 12.20 pm

Primary 1 – 6 8.20 am - 3.00 pm

Secondary 1 - 2 8.00 am - 3.00 pm

Secondary 3

Secondary 4

8.00 am - up to 4.30 pm

(Depending on subject combination taken)

IB Diploma Programme (DP1-2) 8.00 am - up to 4.30 pm

(Depending on subject combination taken)

CCA (Primary) 3.05 pm - 4.35 pm

CCA (Secondary) 3.00 pm - 4.30 pm


PART II - ADMISSIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURE

Admissions to Preparatory Years (PY) Section

For Academic Year 2018/19

Application Period

The application period for the PY section has closed, and all school places for both PY1 and PY2 have been filled.

Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents and are relocating to Hong Kong may still choose to apply if they are willing to be placed on the waiting list until a vacancy becomes available.


Application Period

The application period for PY section for AY2019/20 closed on 30 September 2018.

Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 30 September 2018. However, applications received after 1 December 2018 are subjected to the availability of school places.

The majority of our students have been with us since PY1, we advise parents who wish for their children to join SISHK to start at PY1.

Admissions Interview

Applicants will be required to sit for Admissions Interviews conducted by the school. Only the children are interviewed and they are expected to go into the interview room without their parents/guardians. Parents are required to select either English or Putonghua as the main language of instruction for the interview. The language not selected will be used as the secondary language for the interview.

Most of the interview will be conducted in the main language and a smaller portion will be conducted in the secondary language.

Admissions Interviews for AY2019/20 PY applicants will be conducted in December 2018.


Application Period

The application period is from 1 August 2018 to 30 September 2019. Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 30 September 2019. However, admissions are subject to availability of vacancies.

The majority of our students have been with us since PY1, we advise parents who wish for their children to join SISHK to start at PY1.


Admissions to Primary Section


Application Period

For entry in AY2018/19, the application deadline is 15 May 2018. Applications received after 15 May 2018 will only be considered in AY2018/19 should there be any available school places.

Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still choose to apply if they are agreeable to be placed in the wait pool until a vacancy becomes available.


Application Period

Applications for P1 to P6 closed on 30 September 2018. Applications received after 30 September 2018 will only be considered for admissions assessment if a suitable place becomes available.

Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 30 September 2018. However, admissions are subject to availability of vacancies.

Admissions Tests

Applicants will be required to sit for Admissions Tests conducted by the school. The Admissions Tests comprise written and oral assessments in English Language and Chinese Language (Putonghua) as well as a written test in Mathematics.

Admissions Tests for AY2019/20 Primary applicants will be conducted in December 2018.


Application Period

Applications for P1 to P6 are welcome. The application period is from 1 August 2018 to 30 September 2019. Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 30 September 2019. However, admissions are subject to availability of vacancies.


Admissions to Secondary Section


Application Period

For entry in AY2018/19, the application deadline is 15 May 2018. Applications received after 15 May 2018 will only be considered in AY2018/19 should there be any available school places.

Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still choose to apply if they are agreeable to be placed in the wait pool until a vacancy becomes available.


Application Period

Applications for S1 to S3 and DP1 are welcome. The application period is from 1 August 2017 to 15 February 2019. Applications received before 15 November 2018 will receive priority screening for places in AY 2019/20. Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 15 February 2019. However, admissions are subject to availability of vacancies.

Admissions Tests

Applicants will be required to sit for Admissions Tests conducted by the school. The Admissions Tests comprise written and oral assessments in English Language and Chinese Language (Putonghua) as well as a written test in Mathematics.

Admissions Tests for AY2019/20 Secondary applicants will be conducted in December 2018.


Application Period

Applications for S1 to S3 and DP1 are welcome. The application period is from 1 August 2018 to 15 February 2020. Applications received before 15 November 2019 will receive priority screening for places in AY 2020/21. Applicants who are Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents relocating to Hong Kong may still apply after 15 February 2020. However, admissions are subject to availability of vacancies.


Year Groups for Admissions

Academic Year 2018/2019



Level Year of Birth Year of Birth Year of Birth

Preparatory Year 1 2014 2015 2016

Preparatory Year 2 2013 2014 2015

Primary 1 2012 2013 2014

Primary 2 2011 2012 2013

Primary 3 2010 2011 2012

Primary 4 2009 2010 2011

Primary 5 2008 2009 2010

Primary 6 2007 2008 2009

Secondary 1 2006 2007 2008

Secondary 2 2005 2006 2007

Secondary 3 2004 2005 2006

Secondary 4 2003 2004 2005

IB Diploma Programme (DP 1) 2002 2003 2004

IB Diploma Programme (DP 2) 2001 2002 2003

All students must have approval from the Hong Kong Immigration Department to enter, remain and study in Hong Kong.

All students admitted to the Preparatory Years Programme must be fully toilet-trained when school starts.


PART III – APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Online applications and hard copy applications are accepted. Please visit http://www.singapore.edu.hk/school-information/admissions to access the online line application webpage or to download a copy of the application form. Please note that once an application has been successfully submitted, it cannot be deferred to another academic year and all fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

2. All hard copy application forms should be duly completed and returned to the Admissions Team Singapore International School (Hong Kong) 23 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong

3. Application forms are to be returned together with the following:

Admissions Report (for primary students only) to be sent by current school directly to SISHK.

Copies of official transcript of grades/report for the final year from each of the applicant’s previous school on his/her performance, conduct and attitude towards learning, if applicable.

One recent passport-sized photograph which must be pasted on the space provided in the application form.

A non-refundable application fee of HK$2,200. Please submit a crossed cheque payable to “THE SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION LIMITED” together with the application form.

A copy of the applicant’s birth certificate and/or other official documents which indicates his/her date of birth and parents’ information.

Copies of both parents’ identity cards and travel documents (passport) which show their citizenship and signatures.

A copy of the applicant’s proof of citizenship (eg, passport).

4. Applicants for Preparatory Year 1 or 2 will be interviewed in English and Putonghua. Applicants are requested to state their first and secondary language preferences for the interview.

5. Applicants for the Primary and Secondary sections will be required to sit for written and oral Admissions Tests conducted by the school in English, Chinese and Mathematics.

6. Applicants studying in Singapore local schools are required to submit their applications together with their school results for placement purposes. They will not be required to sit for an interview or admissions test, unless decided by the School.

7. Only complete applications will be processed and considered for admissions.

8. Interviews and admissions tests will be conducted at SISHK.

9. Upon notification of acceptance, payments for the Personal/Corporate Debenture, Capital Levy and Entrance Fee (for personal debenture holders) should be sent to the school to secure a place.

10. Applicants need to re-apply if they wish to be considered for admission in another academic year.

11. For more information about our admissions requirements and procedures or to enquire about your application, please contact the Admissions Team at [email protected] or call +852 28720266.

http://www.singapore.edu.hk/school-information/admissions

mailto:[email protected]


PART IV - FEES STRUCTURE

The following payments should be made at the time of registration. Enrolment becomes final only after settlement of the following payments.

1. APPLICATION FEE

A non-refundable application fee of HK$2,200*.

Please note that once an application has been successfully submitted, it cannot be deferred to another academic year and all fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

*Application Fee: With the approval from Education Bureau, the application fee of HK$2,200 is determined on a cost-recovery basis and the user-pay principle applies. The application fee includes admission assessment, interview with candidates, discussion with parents and school tour, if requested.

2. ENTRANCE FEE (ONE-TIME PAYMENT)

A student on Personal Debenture has to pay an Entrance Fee of HK$13,000.

3. DEBENTURE

Each debenture is valid for the enrolment of one student only.

Personal Debenture HK$200,000

Personal Debenture (for students with a Singapore passport)

HK$120,000

Corporate Debenture HK$500,000

Corporate Debenture

The Corporate Debenture is valid for eight (8) years. During this period, the registered debenture holder is entitled to appoint one nominee at a time, subject to the terms and conditions of the Corporate Debenture.

Parents should inform the school immediately when the parent ceases to be an employee of the sponsoring company.

Personal Debenture

The Personal Debenture is redeemable six (6) months after the student leaves the school. During the period between the student’s departure from the school and the due date for redemption of the debenture, the “vacant” Personal Debenture can be transferred to a sibling of the student.


4. CAPITAL LEVY

Personal Debenture Holders HK$10,000 per annum

Corporate Debenture Holders HK$80,000 (one-time payment)

5. ANNUAL SCHOOL FEE

Section 2018/19** (before subsidy)

Preparatory Years HK$77,248

Primary Section HK$122,000

Secondary Section HK$153,000

IB Diploma Programme-DP1-2 HK$185,000

**As approved by Education Bureau, HKSAR Government

a) Students in the Primary, Secondary and IBDP levels who are Singapore citizens will have a fee subsidy of HK$16,100 per annum, which is subject to change.

b) The above payments do not include payment for uniform, school bus, lunch, snacks, school books, stationery and other special co-curricular activities.

c) Tuition fee settlement is compulsory by autopay arrangement.

6. All cheques should be crossed and made payable to “THE SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION LIMITED”.

7. PAYMENT SCHEDULE

a) School fees are payable on a quarterly basis. Payment schedule is also listed in the Parents’ Handbook and Student Diary.

Due Date for Payment of School Fees

2018/19

Term 1 23 July 2018

Term 2 2 November 2018

Term 3 25 January 2019

Term 4 12 April 2019

b) All school fees which are in arrears for seven (7) days after the due date will incur an interest at the rate of 8% per annum, commencing seven (7) days after the due date until full payment is settled. In addition, an administrative fee of HK$200 will be levied.

c) Should the school fees be in arrears for more than three (3) months, the student concerned will be required to leave the school.

d) No school report will be given if a student whose school fees or other payments remain unpaid. The outstanding sum will be deducted from the debenture.


8. WITHDRAWAL

a) An advanced written notification (a minimum of 90 days excluding the summer holidays) must be given, specifying the student’s effective date of withdrawal from school.

b) Failure to comply with 7(a) will incur a levy based on a pro-rata of the shortfall in the required number of days for withdrawal notification. The school fee to be paid will be pro-rated as:

Shortfall in the required no. of days for notification x school fee per term (for the level that the student is at or will be at for the next academic year if withdrawal is at the end of an academic level) / 70 days

c) The withdrawal notification will be deemed as final and irrevocable upon the school’s acknowledgement of it.


PART V - STUDENT SERVICES

BOOKSHOP

The School has appointed the company stated below to operate the bookshops in both the Nam

Long Shan campus (for the Preparatory Years and Primary Section) and the Police School Road

campus (for the Secondary Section):

Singapore Asia Publishers (HK) Ltd

Tel: (852) 2553 9188 Fax: (852) 2553 0099 Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL BUS

The School has appointed the company stated below to provide transport services to SIS students.

Parents are encouraged to subscribe to the school bus service upon receipt of the admissions

letter from the school.

Parents should pay the school bus fees directly to the bus company.

Kwoon Chung Motors Co. Ltd.

3rd Floor, 8 Chong Fu Road, Chai Wan, Hong Kong

Tel: (852) 29 798 79 Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL UNIFORM

The School has appointed the company stated below to supply the school uniform for SIS students.

Joseph Embroidering Enterprises Co. Ltd.

Room 2A, Senior Building, 112 Thomson Road, 2/F, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Tel: (852) 2573 3229 Fax: (852) 2575 0724 Email: [email protected]

(852) 2575 0592

LUNCH & SNACKS

The school has appointed the following caterer to provide balanced daily meals and snacks to SIS

students. Students are encouraged to pre-order their lunch on a monthly basis. Snack coupons

can be purchased from the caterer directly.

Maxim’s Caterers Ltd.

Level P4, PY & P Campus, Singapore International School (Hong Kong)

4/F., Sec Campus, Singapore International School (Hong Kong)

Tel : (852) 2702 0770 (PY & Pri) Fax: (852) 2806 2313 Email: [email protected]

(852) 2487 1600 (Sec)





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