Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)

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.

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.

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.

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.

No formal country affiliation is stated. The school is a Hong Kong-based institution run by the Maryknoll Convent School Foundation Limited.

Catholic. The school operates under Catholic education values as part of its sponsoring body and mission.

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.

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.

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.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) at Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) is supported through a formal Pastoral Care framework and a dedicated counselling program. Each year, external organisations are invited to speak to students on topics such as sex education, life education, resilience, stress management, and wise use of social media to meet students' developmental needs. Smileys is a mindfulness and positive psychology initiative run with training from a clinical psychologist, featuring Smileys Week, class visits, and service to the community. The Counselling team—including educational psychologists, a clinical psychologist, a speech therapist, and school social workers—provides consultations, training sessions, and counselling services to support learning, peer relationships, and other aspects of school life.

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section) concentrates its SEN-related provision on Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, with a dedicated teacher/team coordinating support. Language-support measures for NCS students include pull-out learning, longer Chinese lessons, cross-curricular Chinese learning, a school-based Chinese curriculum, and adapted teaching materials, plus after-class support. Inclusive practices include translating major notices, cultural integration activities, and opportunities for NCS students to interact with Chinese-speaking peers, as well as home–school cooperation with bilingual communication and information for parents about options.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is implemented through the Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) educational support framework, coordinated by a dedicated staff team. Measures to assist NCS students include translating major notices on the school website, and creating opportunities for learning and interaction with Chinese-speaking peers, including involvement in uniform groups and community service. Additional language support features encompass cross-curricular Chinese learning and a school-based Chinese curriculum, with after-class support available for students needing extra help.

Mental wellbeing is supported through counselling and wellbeing initiatives. The school hosts talks and workshops on resilience, stress management, and responsible use of social media to meet students' educational needs. Smileys promotes positive psychology and mindfulness, with activities such as Smileys' Week and class visits led by a clinical psychologist. Extra support comes from Educational Psychologists, a Clinical Psychologist, a Speech Therapist, and School Social Workers who provide consultations, training, and counselling for students facing learning or social challenges.

Safeguarding is addressed through targeted programmes and activities in the Secondary Section. The F.1 Anti-Bullying Workshop (January 10, 2024) trained students on zero tolerance of bullying and appropriate responses by bystanders. Character Education emphasises guidance, reflection, and a whole-school approach to wellbeing and safety, with the Prefect Board serving as student leaders in promoting welfare. Additional safeguarding-related activities are integrated into school life, including ongoing counselling and pastoral care provisions.

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.

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).

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.