YING WA COLLEGE
YING WA COLLEGE

1 YING WA STREET SHAMSHUIPO KOWLOON

- Passing on the baton of Christian faith to the next generations- Implementing holistic education to nurture all-rounders- Carving out a “Home of Our Youth” into a vibrant, supportive school environment- Training up promising young leaders with exemplary abilities and integrity

Overview
SHAM SHUI PO
Secondary
Direct Subsidy Scheme / BOYS

Supervisor / Chairman of Management Committee Prof. Chan Ying Shing
School Head Mr. Dion Chen
Finance Type Direct Subsidy Scheme
Session Whole Day
Student Gender Boys
Sponsoring Body HKCCCC
Religion Protestantism / Christianity
Year of Commencement of Operation 1818
School Motto Steadfast Faith, Beneficent Deeds
Area Occupied by the School About 13,000 Sq. M

S1 "$24000"
S2 "$24000"
S3 "$24000"
S4 "$24000"
S5 "$24000"
S6 "$24000"
Parent-Teacher Association Fee (Annual) $300 (permanent)
Student Union / Association Fee -
Approved Charges for non-standard items -
Other Charges 0

Number of teaching posts in the approved establishment -
Total number of teachers in the school 88
Qualifications and professional training (%)
Teacher Certificate / Diploma in Education 88%
Bachelor Degree 0%
Master/ Doctorate Degree or above 44%
Special Education Training 24%
Years of Experience (%)
0 - 4 years 27%
5 - 9 years 16%
10 years or above 57%

S1 Number of classes 5
S2 Number of classes 5
S3 Number of classes 5
S4 Number of classes 5
S5 Number of classes 5
S6 Number of classes 5

S.1 - S.3
Chinese as the medium of instruction Chinese Language, Chinese History, Putonghua (S.1-S.2), Life & Society, P.E., Design & Technology, Religious Education, Visual Arts
English as the medium of instruction English Language, Mathematics, Music, Integrated Science (S.1-S.3), History, Geography, Business Education (S.3), Computer Literacy
Adopt a different medium of instruction by class or by group / school-based curriculum -
S.4 - S.6
Chinese as the medium of instruction Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Literature, Citizenship and Social Development, Religious Education, Visual Arts, P.E., Ethics & Religious Studies
English as the medium of instruction English Language, Mathematics, History, Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics, BAFS, ICT, Music, Mathematics Extension Part Module 1, Mathematics Extension Part Module 2
Adopt a different medium of instruction by class or by group / school-based curriculum -

Language Policy English is the medium of instruction.
Learning and Teaching Strategies Continuous staff development in pedagogies is strongly promoted. Whole person-development of students is the major concern of the school. Apart from structured learning, all students take up one sport or musical instrument in S.1. Reading scheme is in place. Students are very active in inter-school competitions of different nature.
School-based curriculum 1. Electives: 2X and 3X. Students can opt for 2-3 elective subjects out of the 14 electives provided by the school according to their own interests and abilities.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: Much flexibility is shown in our subject combinations for the elective subjects offered while the school stresses the importance of enhancing the language abilities of our students.
Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity After school class to cater for learners' diversity. SEN Support Committee in place to offer support to the students and their parents.
Approach to Integrated Education The SEN Supporting Committee provides extensive care and support to the students in need. The Support Team consists of members including teachers, a Guidance Master, an educational psychologist, social workers and a student support assistant. Our College also exercises our professional judgement in deploying resources flexibly and judiciously for educational and school needs in the best interest of needy students.
Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students
Home-School Co-operation PTA of Ying Wa College has been established for more than 25 years. Parent seminars, cell groups, family outings are some of the popular activities. Parent education is the major development in recent years, with themes like new senior curriculum, career planning, gifted education and parenting. PTA and Ying Wa parents in general are very supportive of the school's development.
School Ethos 'Simple and Unadorned, Outstanding but Humble' is the unique characteristic of Ying Wa boys. Students are down to earth when striving for excellence. Student support in guidance and career guidance are in place with the support of 3 school social workers.
School Development Plan Through-train model is adopted between YWPS and YWC. Capitalizing on the solid foundation of academic ability of YWPS students, Ying Wa College aims at further stretching our boys potential and minimizing learners' diversity so as to raise overall learning and teaching effectiveness. Nurturing students' moral and value and positive outlook are also the major concerns of the school. Cultivating the spirit of service and contributing to society.
Teacher Professional Training and Development The school encourages teachers to engage in different professional development courses. Teachers are encouraged to share on curriculum planning, pedagogies and student support initiatives through staff development days/workshops, learning collaboration, peer observation, lesson studies and learning communities.
Life-wide Learning Student activities are student-led in nature, supported by teacher advisors. Student Council and various interest groups are vibrantly run. School magazine is also run by student editors.