Upcoming Dates

Please click to download the 2024/25 Hillside Calendar. You can also access the school calendar via the ESF App.

May (Fridays): K1 Chinese PTCs

19-22 May: K2 PTCs (Separate App Message)

26-29 May: K1 PTCs (Separate App Message)

30 May: ESF-wide K2 to Y1 Transition Day

19 June: K1 Celebration of Learning (details to follow)

20 June: K2 Celebration of Learning (details to follow)

Principal's Message

Dear Hillside Families

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and I want to share some resources to support children in their social-emotional development. At this age, children are developing rapidly and may experience a range of emotions as they navigate new experiences and challenges, especially with the transition ahead.

It’s important to help your child build resilience and emotional intelligence by teaching them self-regulation skills. Simple techniques like deep breathing exercises and positive self-talk (think "The Power of Yet") can be incredibly beneficial. By prioritising children's mental health and wellbeing, we can help them establish a strong foundation for future success and happiness.

Social-emotional development and building friendships are vital aspects of overall wellbeing. These concepts can be both exciting and challenging for our little ones. Please check our social media posts on Friendships & Play Skills [IG: @esf.hillside]. We hope you find it useful. 

Warm regards
Audrey

Term 3 Parent-Teacher Conferences

We are pleased to announce that sign-ups for both K1 and K2 Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) are now available.
19-22 May: K2 PTCs
26-29 May: K1 PTCs

Please refer to the separate app message for further information and make an appointment at your earliest convenience. You will have the option to choose from two dates, and appointments will last about 10-15 minutes for each child. We kindly ask for your understanding that these dates have been arranged to provide cover for teachers, so we would like to keep to them as much as possible. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 2540-0066.

These meetings will take place via Zoom, so please remember to join from a quiet space to avoid any audio issues. Classes will continue as usual for the children throughout the PTC week.

Sun Protection & Outdoor Play

As we enter the hot weather season in Hong Kong, it’s essential to revisit our Sun Protection Policy.

Hats are crucial for outdoor play and should be accessible in your child's school bag daily. Water will always be available for children. We strongly advise applying sunscreen on your child before arriving at school.

Please note that we follow the EDB and HK Observatory guidelines regarding hot weather warnings. When the weather is too hot for outdoor play, our teachers will adjust outdoor times, and indoor play will be rearranged accordingly.

Hillside has a lovely big outdoor play area. If your child is prone to mosquito bites, we encourage you to apply insect repellent or patches before school. We continue to work with our exterminator to effectively manage the mosquito issue outdoors.

Rainstorm and Inclement Weather Procedures

With unexpected rainstorms in the forecast, we kindly remind all families of our weather policy to ensure the safety and well-being of all our children.

Please also ensure that your contact information is up-to-date so we can reach you in case of an emergency. In the event of a Red/ Black Rainstorm, the school buses will not operate as per ESF policy, and all parents will need to arrange to collect their children from Hillside. 

The weather can be unpredictable during these months, with the possibility of rainstorms, typhoons, and other weather events. In the event of severe weather, we may need to modify our school day to ensure the safety of our community.  Our policy follows the guidelines set by the relevant authorities (EDB and HKO), and we will monitor the weather conditions closely and keep parents informed of updates via the ESF App messaging system.

Parent Talk at SPOT (In-Person)

Is your child growing up with two languages?

One of our multidisciplinary support providers, SPOT, invites parents to join an upcoming Tea and Talk @ SPOT, featuring Eugenia Costa Ng, a Speech and Language Therapist. The presentation will focus on supporting bilingual development in young children.

Details of the Event:

• Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

• ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM

• Location: SPOT One Island South, 10/F, Unit 1021-25, 2 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang

• Cost: $80 per parent

Please see the enclosed flyer or contact SPOT for more details.

Helpful Links

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Parent Handbook | Hillside Wiz Chatbot
Inclement Weather Arrangements
NEW School Uniform
Pre-loved Uniform Swap
Please contact kinder@hillside.edu.hk for any general enquiries.