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best homeware store Shun Kee City Houseware (Harrods)
Affectionately nicknamed “Harrods”, Shun Kee City Warehouse remains a firm favourite among Sai Kung residents. The store opened more than 50 years ago in the old town before moving to its current location in 1980. Getting its nickname from the London department store’s motto, “All things for all people, everywhere”, the Sai Kung equivalent sells anything you can think of - dim sum steamers, pet accessories and even a 12-foot swimming pool. Look out for special trinkets and decorations during the upcoming Christmas season. 6-10 Yi Chun Street, Sai Kung, 2792 9850.
Best After-school Activity Bricks 4 Kidz
Using LEGO as a medium of teaching, Bricks 4 Kidz have won “Best After-school Activity”. Since opening in Sai Kung about a decade ago, the creative centre has challenged students with LEGO models, programmed robots and stop motion animation films and more. “We are constantly impressed by how the young minds of Sai Kung can imagine, plan and create,” says teacher Carley Lauder. “Children are enjoying learning, building and playing with LEGO, they don’t realize they’re learning.” Bricks 4 Kidz will be introducing a new curriculum, along with more educational programs and motorised models in the coming year. 1/F, 65 Man Nin Street, Sai Kung, 2791 0007, www.bricks4kidz.com.hk/ saikung
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Best Pre-school
Sai Kung International Pre-school (SKIP)
Established in 1989 by a group of Sai Kung parents, SKIP is a small play-based community pre-school. With a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, SKIP encourages children to learn through play and recommends parent participation. “I believe we have won due to SKIP being a small, community school where families meet and get to know each other. Our staff are passionate and work hard to make it a lovely learning environment with quality
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education,” says Claire Ford, SKIP’s School Manager. Although small, the school isn’t short of facilities and resources - the classroom is in a spacious, old-style village house with a large outdoor playground and garden. SKIP has run a number of successful events this year to support Hong Kong charities, for example Angels for Orphans, The Box of Hope and Orangutan Aid. 159 Che Keng Tuk Road, Sai Kung, 2791 7354, www.skip.edu.hk
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