The Education Bureau now invites applications from non-governmental organisations (NGOs) (limited to those approved charitable institutions under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance) for operating the Induction Programme for newly arrived children (including those from the Mainland, non-Chinese speaking children and returnee children) in the 2026-2027 financial year. The objective of the programme is to help these newly arrived children adapt to the local environment and education system. The contents will include social adaptation, basic learning skills, personal development and civic education, etc. Each class of the programme will last for 60 hours.
Application form (EDB210) and relevant information can be downloaded from the website of the Education Bureau (https://www.edb.gov.hk/en/public-admin/public-forms/about-public-forms/EDB210_2025.html). They are also obtainable by post by enclosing a self-addressed envelope or in person at –
Newly Arrived Children Support Unit
Placement and Support Section
Education Bureau
Room 1424, 14/F, Wu Chung House
213 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai
Hong Kong
Completed application forms should reach the Newly Arrived Children Support Unit at the above address or NGOs can submit an online form (https://eformss.edb.gov.hk/eformss/Login) not later than 12 January 2026. Enquiries can be directed to 2892 6189 during office hours.