Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are pleased to inform you about the student grant initiative for the academic year 2024–25. The Hong Kong government is providing a non-means-tested student grant of HK$2,500 to each eligible student enrolled in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary or Secondary School.
Starting this academic year, the process for applying for the student grant has been enhanced through the introduction of electronic submission (e-submission). Parents now have the option to apply for the grant electronically. Alternatively, parents can choose to fill out a paper application form and submit it to the school office for processing. Please note that only one application, either electronic or paper form, can be submitted.
Guidelines for completing e-submission of student grant
Applicants must have an “iAM Smart+” account with a digital signing function. They may log in to the online service of “e-Submission of Student Grant Applications” via the “iAM Smart” app or by scanning the QR code/clicking the link below to access the e-submission platform (e-platform) for submitting electronic applications (e-application).
Student Grant e-Submission Platform
(Link: https://stgsesweb.edb.gov.hk/)
For details of “iAM Smart +” registration, applicants are advised to visit the “iAM Smart” thematic website at https://www.iamsmart.gov.hk.
Applicants should read carefully the “guidance notes” on the e-platform. Those who received the student grant last academic year will be given a pre-filled e-form upon identity verification (which may necessitate entering a one-time verification code). These applicants simply need to verify the pre-filled student and applicant information in the e-form and enter the student’s class name before proceeding with e-submission using digital signing. In cases where the student has transferred to another school, the applicant should select the name of the new day school from the e-form. Applicants can amend and/or supplement the information (such as the number of the newly obtained identity document) on the e-form if necessary. New applicants or applicants not provided with a pre-filled e-form can fill out a blank e-form. Before submission, applicants must ensure the accuracy of all provided information, particularly the school name and address, to prevent delays in the application process.
The e-platform will be accessible from 6am on 13th September 2024 and will close after 11.59pm on 2nd October 2024. Applicants may submit e-applications via the e-platform during this period. They may scan the QR codes below for details on the application procedures and to learn more about how to fill in an e-form:
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Applicants may refer to the “Student Grant – Parent’s Guide on e-Submission of Applications” on the Education Bureau (EdB) website for more information about e-submission.
The EdB will inform applicants of their application status and other related matters via SMS and/or email. Applicants can also check their application status on the e-platform and use its other functions, such as updating or amending information, or uploading supporting documents as requested by the EdB.
Distribution of Paper Application Forms
The EdB will distribute the paper application forms for the student grant to parents of eligible students starting from 9th October 2024.
For any enquiries or assistance regarding the student grant application process, please feel free to reach out to the school office.
DBIS School Office