Was hanging out with the first group of friends I met in Hong Kong last night. Since I was a newbie back then and didn't know a lot of people, we always stuck together like glue and called ourselves, "La Familia." Doesn't it remind you of high school? A typical weekend for us would be mean dancing like there's not tomorrow at Kee Club, after-parties in Pacific Place Apartments, sunbathing in South Bay with a hangover. Those were the days!
Last night was so much more wholesome than that. Baby shower with cupcakes with the girls first then drinking with our hubbies at home. Don't even bother asking about the topics of our conversation... tuition fees for pre-school, swimming classes, teething and sleeping problems. Zzzz... this is what it comes down to now. Having a beer or two til 2am is our definition of fun and a big night out.
After our lengthy discussion about playgroups and education, I found myself researching about schools in our area. Since our district is heavily populated by the locals compared to expats, most of the schools around are Chinese schools. The good bilingual or English pre-schools are all the way in Hong Kong Island. Oh no!
My options for the moment include:
Victoria International Nursery and Kindergarten in Harbour Green- This is my best bet since it is 5 mins drive from our home, has new facilities, within a safe environment and the fees are just right. I still have to check their teaching methods are like and organize a trial session. Great, next Saturday I will be going to school with my daughter. What a way to celebrate the weekend!
Block-A-Lot Playgroup in Causeway Bay- I saw pics of my friend's daughter building blocks and saw what a masterpiece she has made. Her parents were raving about how much she has learned in this playgroup. Am looking forward to bringing my daughter for a trial session this week. Who knows she might be the next Zaha Hadid?
Kindermusik- Heard so many good reviews about this school and since my daughter loves loves music and dancing (her fave show is Dancing with the Stars and Boogie Beebies), I think she ought to enjoy a session. Just not sure if there is one near our area though. Can't wait for her to put some dancing shoes on.
MyGym- My daughter loved going to the class, especially since she's an active baby. However, maybe it would be nice if she goes to a playgroup that does more than ride a swing and do pull-ups. Perfect for baby Hulks like my daughter.
ESF schools- Although this comes a bit later when baby is three years old, I have to start looking at admission procedures since most schools in Hong Kong need to be registered as soon as they are born. What pressure! Can they wait at least the mothers are done with post-partum and gone back to their original weight before worrying about this?
Ugh! I'm getting stressed. How I wish I was a kid again and let my Mom worry about these things... can I ask her to pay for my daughter's tuition too?
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