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Whether you are looking for a new park to visit, or ideas for how where to head to Disney or Ocean Park this weekend, then don’t miss our guides to some of Hong Kong’s highlights that are fun for the whole family.

One of the many hurdles you’ll need to get over on your way towards a coveted spot at an international school in Hong Kong is the entrance assessment, aka, interview. School admissions adviser Anne Murphy, from ITS Education Asia, has a wealth of experience in preparing families for the school interview process and she shares her tips in this post.

What have you got planned to keep the little ones busy over the Christmas holidays? There’s still time to join the Baumhaus Winter Wonder Camp for some festive music and drama fun. Even better, you can enter our competition to win free passes! (Competition now closed)

Whether you have a group of babies celebrating their 100 days, a toddler’s birthday or a fun day for 3-5 year olds, Hong Kong’s #1 Kindermusik program at Baumhaus host wonderful parties. Check them out for your next event!

We asked Hong Kong schooling expert, Anne Murphy, Director of ITS Education Asia (School Advisory Services) to give us the lowdown on all the new and exciting changes to the international schooling landscape in Hong Kong from the opening of prestigious British schools to the expansion of campuses.

Maybe you’ve heard of Baumhaus as a playroom, or as a place for Kindermusik classes, but it’s so much more than that. Baumhaus is a nurturing and creative space for families, a place with a real sense of community. We spoke to the Baumhaus team and the families they work with to find out what makes it such a special spot.

Do I really have to wear a pink pyjama uniform? Is it true that I can pay for my birth with my Octopus card? Planning a birth in Hong Kong can raise some very quirky questions, however having a baby in the public hospital system can be a very positive experience, if you know what to expect. We chatted to doula and breastfeeding counsellor Cathee Jackson to find out about the process, how to prepare, and what to pack!