Principal's Message

Dear KGV Families,

This week I have been speaking with students about the importance of resilience and how we respond when things don’t go as planned. By being flexible and adaptive, reflecting on what we learn from challenges, and considering the next steps, this is how we can build resilience. This is a key aspect of students being successful in their learning and I would encourage all students to reflect and consider how they are developing resilience.

There have also been some wonderful highlights over the last few days. Spirit Week has truly fostered belonging to the four houses, and engagement with our school charities. The strong sense of community that emerges from such activities is so important, particularly as the students continue to recognise the need to supporting each other and the value of being involved in charitable acts. Such approaches build a strong sense of empathy, one of our core values.

Over 200 KGVers also enjoyed the Gala Dinner, marking the culmination of our 130th anniversary celebrations. It was a spectacular evening, with all areas of the KGV community represented. This occasion highlighted the high esteem that KGV is held in across Hong Kong, with the blend of heritage and ambition making it a truly remarkable school. I would like to share my thanks to the PTSA for sponsoring this event, and it is the warmth and care of our parent community that makes such a difference.

Please note, Monday October 13th is a staff professional development day and the students will return to school on Tuesday 14th October.

I hope your children get the opportunity to rest, relax and reflect on their first half-term of this academic year. Have an enjoyable break.

Best regards,

Mark Poulsum

Years 7 | 8 | 9

Happy Half-Term!
In recent assemblies, the Principal Mark Poulsom has highlighted and celebrated the resilience of our student community in weathering the literal and figurative storms of the first half of term. Students have done well to continue moving forward on their journeys of learning, self-discovery and community building. We hope the half-term break is a welcome pause and refresh, and look forward to seeing everyone again on Tuesday 14th October.

Calling All KJS Alumni!
Kowloon Junior School is celebrating our upcoming Book Week, and we need your help! This year’s theme, "One Book, One World," perfectly captures our global KJS community, spanning 123 years of history.

We invite every alumnus, no matter when you attended or where you are now, to join the celebration. Please help us showcase our dynamic story by connecting to our Padlet board. Here’s how you can participate:

1. Tag your current location on the map.

2. Share a selfie.

3. Tell us what years you were at KJS.

4. Reveal your favourite book from your KJS days!

Join the Padlet here: https://kowloonjuniorschool.padlet.org/laum221/book-week-one-book-one-world-vjcwtzb9rvj33z2i

Please also visit our alumni page and register your details so we can stay connected for future events. We can’t wait to see our worldwide community come together through a shared love of stories.

Alumni Page: https://sites.google.com/kjs.hk/kjs-virtual-library/kjs-history-and-alumni
Register Here: https://forms.gle/zW5ARmAJYUgp5Km97

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Box of Hope
There will be a donation drive in support of this initiative from 20th October to 14th November. Your child will receive more details in tutor group after the break. 

Key Dates
Tuesday 14th October - School resumes for students
Wednesday 15th October - Student Council meeting
Monday 20th October - Sports Day for Year 7-9
Monday 20th October to Friday 14th November - Box of Hope collection

Year 12 & 13 Message

Dear Parents and Guardians

This week, Mr. Poulsum’s assemblies have focused on the importance of resilience. Resilience is a skill that involves a combination of behaviours, strengths, and abilities that allow individuals to adapt, recover, and thrive when facing adversity. Just like riding a bike, you can improve your resilience with practice by focusing on your mindset, health, and connections with others.  By being adaptable, reflecting on their experiences, and thoughtfully considering their next steps, students can strengthen this vital skill. Developing resilience is essential for learning how to respond effectively to challenges. 

Parents can play a crucial role in this process by fostering open discussions about setbacks, helping their children view challenges as opportunities for growth, and creating a supportive environment where they feel safe to take risks. Together, we can empower our students to cultivate resilience, a skill that will serve them well not only in their academic pursuits but throughout their lives.

Thank you for your continued support in fostering a positive learning environment. 

Please note, Monday 13th October is a staff professional development day, and students will return to school on Tuesday 14th October.

Enjoy the break!

Year 10 & 11 Message

It was great to meet Year 10 parents on Thursday evening for our "How to help your child be successful in Y10/11" session. The slides used are accessible here.

On Tuesday, the KGV Gala Dinner was also a spectacular success with 220 KGVers from all areas of the community coming together for this final part of our 130th Anniversary celebrations.

Spirit week this week had lots of interhouse activities and celebrations, culminating in the whole school wearing house colours today.

I hope that all families have a restful break over the next week and look forward to seeing students again on Tuesday, 14th October.

When we return we will publish interim reports for all year levels and then we are busy preparing for Challenge Week.

Sports Days: Monday 20th and Wednesday 22nd October

More detailed information will be communicated after Half Term regarding the events. Please see the initial information for the upcoming KGV Sports days.

Parents are very welcome to attend both events but should sign up for entrance to the venue please: SIGN UP FORM HERE

Information for: Year 7, 8 and 9 students

• Monday 20th October Yr 7, 8 and 9 all attend Sports Day 8.00 am - 2.00 pm at Kowloon Tsai

Those travelling on a School bus will be dropped off and picked up at Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground. All other students (Yr 7-9) should make their way to the Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground for 8.00 am and swipe in with their Octopus on arrival.

• Wednesday 22nd October all Year 7-9 students will attend School and have regular lessons, following the normal School timetable.

Information for : Year 10, 11, 12 and 13 students

• Monday 20th October all will attend School with normal lessons and follow the following timetable;

Lesson 1: 8.15 - 9.15

Lesson 2: 9.25 - 10.25

Extended Breaktime: 10.35 - 11.15

Lesson 3: 11.15 - 12.15

Lesson 4: 12.25 - 1.25

Lunch 1.25 - 2.05 pm – Students who would like to travel on the school bus will need to walk to Kowloon Tsai at 1.30 pm (There will be teacher supervision for walking and road crossing) OR students may leave the campus and dismissed from 1.25 pm or welcome to stay at KGV School to have their Lunch and be dismissed at 2.05 pm.

Year10 - 13 Students that would like to travel on their school bus should note that they will be dropped off at Kowloon Tsai and will then need to walk to KGV School for lesson 1. On arrival they should swipe in with their Octopus to ensure registration (no lates will be issued). Walking route will be supervised by KGV Staff in High Vis Jackets.

• Wednesday 22nd October Yr 10, 11, 12 and 13 all attend Sports Day 8.00 am - 2.30 pm at Kowloon Tsai

Those travelling on a School bus will be dropped off and picked up at KGV School and will then need to walk to Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground (There will be teacher supervision for walking and road crossing). On arrival all students should swipe in using their Octopus at Kowloon Tsai only.

The event will finish at 2.30 pm and this will allow the students travelling on a School bus to walk back to KGV School (There will be teacher supervision for walking and road crossing) in time for a return home.

Student Photo Ordering Form

Dear Parents,

This is a reminder that the Student Photo Ordering Forms have been handed out by the tutors; you can order by the following methods:

1 - by filling out the Techni Photo Ordering Form and returning the form to the School Office Reception with a cheque. The deadline for this method is Tuesday 14 October 2025

2 - by ordering and paying online on the Techni Photo website (www.techni-photo.com) with your student code (which can be found on your ordering form)

Orders made by Tuesday 14 October 2025, with the above 2 methods, should receive the photos through the school in the week of 17 November 2025.

You need to contact Techni Photo directly to order after 14 October 2025 (phone 2803 5988 / email onlinecs@techni-photo.com).

Thank you for your attention.

Check out the new Drawstring Bag at the KGV Shop!! With a pocket for shoes and only for $32.3!! A must have for all your sports activities...

The KGV Higher Education Office coordinates all school references and grade summaries, including potential exit & summer programmes.

Due to student privacy protocols, we require parental permission before releasing student information to any external party. Requests will only be processed upon receipt of parental permission.

To request a school reference or grade summary, please complete this form, Please allow a minimum of four working weeks for teachers to prepare the references.

NOTE: This process does not apply to higher education applications, as those references are managed separately.

Students interested in external extension programmes outside of KGV should refer to the information on this website for guidance: https://sites.google.com/kgv.hk/kgv-extension-opportunities .

KGV Higher Education & Careers Team

YEAR 13

Y13 1-1 H.E. meetings started since Mon, 18 August. Students are encouraged to book their appointments via Google Classrooms at the soonest.

UK Early applications. Internal deadline for UK Early applications for KGV students was 18 September. Students applying to courses such as Conservatoire, Oxford OR Cambridge, Medicine, Dentistry & Veterinary Medicine – must have their applications completed on UCAS and paid for. This will ensure that the H.E. Counsellors have sufficient time to ensure a quality application, prepare and submit all necessary documents. NOTE: Applications can still be amended after 18 September with their HE Counsellor.

US applications - Subject Recommendations internal deadline was 18 September. Students need to nominate teachers for required subject recommendations. Reply slip signed by nominated teachers must be returned to the HE Office.

YEAR 12
All Year 12 H.E. Google Classrooms are set up for students by their H.E. Counsellors. The Google Classroom will serve as the primary platform for sharing H.E.-related information.

In the meantime, students are encouraged to reach out with any questions related to higher education.

H.E. EVENTS shared via KGV Higher Education Events Calendar

KGV is not responsible for the quality of external events. All information is subject to change by event organisers.

H.K.
4 Oct – Baptist University Info Day
4 Oct – CityU Undergraduate Info Day
11 Oct – CUHK Info Day
25 Oct – HKU Info Day
1 Nov – HKUST Info Day
1 Nov – Lingnan University Info Day

U.K.
4 Oct – Study at Leeds webinars
Various dates in Oct – Cambridge Applicant Webinars Series
13-17 Oct – UCL Institute of Education Undergraduate Open Days
13, 14, 16 Oct – UAL Portfolio seminar, workshop, advisory & admission talks
20 & 21 Oct – Discover Durham Live

EUROPE
Various dates in Oct – Sciences Po Undergraduate Admission Webinar Series

U.S.A.
Sep-Oct various dates – Discover Upstate New York Colleges & Universities
8 Oct – Georgetown University Webinar
9 Oct – UCLA Virtual First-Year Admission Presentation
15-16 Oct – UC San Diego Webinar Series for Students & Parents
16 Oct – VirtU-8 Online Info Session & College Fair

CANADA
10 & 11 Oct – Study in Canada Fair

KGV Higher Education & Careers Team

Kowloon Junior School is celebrating our upcoming Book Week, and we need your help! This year’s theme, "One Book, One World," perfectly captures our global KJS community, spanning 123 years of history.

We invite every alumnus, no matter when you attended or where you are now, to join the celebration. Please help us showcase our dynamic story by connecting to our Padlet board. Here’s how you can participate:

1. Tag your current location on the map.
2. Share a selfie.
3. Tell us what years you were at KJS.
4. Reveal your favourite book from your KJS days!

Join the Padlet here: https://kowloonjuniorschool.padlet.org/laum221/book-week-one-book-one-world-vjcwtzb9rvj33z2i

Please also visit our alumni page and register your details so we can stay connected for future events. We can’t wait to see our worldwide community come together through a shared love of stories.

Alumni Page: https://sites.google.com/kjs.hk/kjs-virtual-library/kjs-history-and-alumni
Register Here: https://forms.gle/zW5ARmAJYUgp5Km97

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#KJSCommunity #KJSBookWeek #OneBookOneWorld #KJSAlumni