Hong Kong Living Guide
Hong Kong Kindergarten Fees and Subsidy Guide
First check whether the kindergarten joins the Kindergarten Education Scheme and review its fee schedule. Fee remission and grants for families require a separate application and assessment.
Know which subsidy you are checking
| Scheme | Who receives the subsidy | What parents should do |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Education Scheme | Participating kindergartens | Check participation, class and school-year fees, then confirm the amount payable with the school |
| Kindergarten Fee Remission Scheme and Grant-KG | Eligible families after assessment | Apply through the Student Finance Office and follow the current school-year deadlines |
The Kindergarten Education Scheme is not a cash voucher automatically paid to every family. Participation, class fees and other charges affect the amount parents pay.
Steps to take before applying
- Check the Education Bureau information to see whether the kindergarten joins the scheme.
- Ask the school for the current fee schedule. Separate tuition, meals, transport and other charges.
- Review the Student Finance Office eligibility rules, assessment method and deadline.
- Prepare household, income and other documents requested on the current application form.
- Keep the application reference and copies, and respond to requests for further information.
How to estimate family assistance
Support depends on the household assessment, school and the fee ceiling for that school year. Use the official estimator for an initial indication. The final amount is determined by the Student Finance Office; this site does not conduct assessments.
What to recheck each school year
- Application dates, submission method and assessment requirements.
- Fee remission ceilings and Grant-KG amounts.
- Scheme participation and the kindergarten's current fee schedule.
- Required documents and deadlines for supplementary information.
Checked on 19 October 2026. Confirm the latest school-year details with the Education Bureau and Student Finance Office.
Official sources
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kindergarten Education Scheme subsidy paid directly to parents
No. The subsidy goes to participating kindergartens. Ask the school to confirm tuition and other charges.
Does every family automatically receive fee remission
No. Fee remission and Grant-KG require an application and assessment by the Student Finance Office.
Can I use last year's subsidy amount for this year
Check the current school-year figures. Fee ceilings, grant amounts and deadlines can change.
Does the estimator show the final approved amount
No. It is an initial estimate. The Student Finance Office's decision is final.