School Net 14 & 16: Eastern District School List and Property Recommendations

Understand POA Strategy in School Net 14 and School Net 16. Guide to choosing your dream school and property in Eastern District, Hong Kong.

Eastern District on Hong Kong Island covers School Net 14 and School Net 16. Admittedly, there are fewer prestigious schools in these two catchment areas than in School Net 12 in Wan Chai. However, Eastern District offers the most primary school places on Hong Kong Island. School Net 14 has plenty of well-regarded schools with teaching that is considerably more local, while School Net 16 offers some of the finest schools in Eastern District, which are also many parents' favorites. For parents with children about to be in K3, this article aims to help you understand some of the strategies for Primary One Admission (POA) in School Net 14 and School Net 16. In addition to a summary of the results from the latest Report on Primary One Admission, published by the Education Bureau, and highlights of the central allocation results, we will also share some of our insights into Eastern District's property market, a few of our favorite properties in these catchment areas, and a list of properties commonly mistaken to be under School Net 14 and School Net 16.

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❖ Eastern District POA Results Highlights: School Net 14 & School Net 16


1. Most P1 Places Allocated on Hong Kong Island

School Net 14 & 16 in Eastern District offer the most primary one places on Hong Kong Island, accounting for 45.1%^ of the total available spots on the island. There were 1,300 places allocated during the Discretionary Places Admission stage, and 1120 places were distributed during the Central Allocation stage, resulting in a total of 2420 primary one places in 2022. For parents who want their children to enrol in a school on Hong Kong Island, School Net 14 or School Net 16 can certainly offer abundant choices.

^Data from the Education Bureau’s “Report on Primary One Admission 2022”

2. Numerous Feeder and Nominated Schools Associations

Several primary schools in School Net 14 and School Net 16 are directly or indirectly associated with various prestigious feeder and nominated secondary schools in Hong Kong. Here's more detailed information:

Feeder schools - According to the General Information on Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) System from the Education Bureau in Hong Kong, after deducting repeaters and discretionary places, feeder secondary schools may reserve 85% of the remaining Secondary 1 places for students from their feeder primary schools.

School Net 14 & 16: Eastern District School List and Property Recommendations

Nominated Schools - Similarly, nominated schools can reserve a maximum of 25% of their Secondary 1 places for students from their nominated primary schools.

School Net 14 & 16: Eastern District School List and Property Recommendations


❖ Eastern District Property Search Strategy: How To Choose a Home In School Net 14 and School Net 16


School Net 14 covers the prime areas of Mid-Levels North, North Point, Fortress Hill, Quarry BayandSai Wan Ho. offering property options in many of the traditionally well-known residential estates, such as Grand Promenade in Sai Wan Ho, Taikoo Shing, Kornhill, City Garden, Provident Centre, etc. More contemporary properties in the area that are attractive to younger families include Victoria Harbour, Harbour Glory and Fleur Pavilia.

School Net 16 covers the area of Eastern District, including Chai Wan, Shau Kei Wan, Sai Wan Ho, Shek O, Tai Long Wan, etc. Popular properties in this catchment area include Island Resort in Siu Sai Wan, Lime Gala in Shau Kei Wan and Monti in Sai Wan Ho.

Here are more popular estates in School Net 14 and School Net 16:

1. Quarry Bay
Nearby schools:
● Shau Kei Wan Government Primary School, Salesian English School, Shau Kei Wan Government Secondary School, Shau Kei Wan East Government Secondary School
Popular Estates:
● Island Garden (33 Chai Wan Road)

2. Shau Kei Wan
Nearby schools:
● Shau Kei Wan Government Primary School, Salesian English School, Shau Kei Wan Government Secondary School, Shau Kei Wan East Government Secondary School
Popular Estates:
● Island Garden (33 Chai Wan Road)

3. Sai Wan Ho
Nearby schools:
● Aldrich Bay Government Primary School, The Church of Christ in China Kei Wan Primary School, Munsang College Hong Kong Island
Popular Estates:
● Grand Promenade (38 Tai Hong St Aldrich Bay)

4. Tin Hau, North Point, Fortress Hill
Nearby schools:
● North Point Government Primary School (Cloud View Road)
Popular Estates:
● Golden Court (22-52 Electric Rd)
● Park Towers (1 King’s Road), The Pavilia Hill (18 Tin Hau Temple Rd)


❖ Living in School Net 14 & 16: Transportation and Quality of Life in Eastern District


School Net 14 & School Net 16 in Hong Kong’s Eastern District span from the business districts, the core of the downtown hustle and bustle, to the calm and quiet residential havens. The best way to choose a suitable property on Hong Kong Island East is to look closely at your family’s needs and habits.

Hong Kong’s Eastern District is a hidden gem: with convenient transportation options, good school nets and various MTR stations within close reach, the high quality of life attracts many young parents and families alike.

The Eastern Harbour Crossing located close to Taikoo and Sai Wan Ho and the many cross-harbor bus routes offer supreme transportation convenience for residents in the neighborhood. If you are looking for something affordable to buy as a small family, there are numerous property options in Shau Kei Wan for your consideration.

Other advantages of living in Eastern District:

● An ample choice of old and new buildings, all located along the MTR line, providing convenience for daily life,
● Plenty of property options for small families to buy,
● Well-developed community and comprehensive facilities,
● Large shopping malls and wet markets in the area.

Looking for a new apartment or property in the diverse and interesting Eastern District (school net 14 and school net 16)? Start your search today, or Contact us for more tailored assistance.

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07 JUN 2023

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