| Language Policy |
The school implements streaming strategy to help students of different abilities. The curriculum and assessments are tailored to cater for varied needs. <br><br>The school-based MOI arrangement<br>In elite classes in junior forms, Mathematics is delivered in English. To build students’ vocabulary and enhance their competitive edge in the long run, almost all subjects in junior forms include 25% English components in the curriculum and assessment. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
We promote whole-school approach "paradigm teaching" and "self-directed learning" to give students more practical opportunities. In order to enhance students' ability in advanced learning, we develop systematic lessons preview platform and help them to form notes-taking habit. <br><br>In junior forms, students are expected to attain a solid foundation in the core subjects and develop diversified learning interests in daily context. In senior forms, to prepare for the forthcoming tertiary education, students are trained to master self-learning skills which enhance intellectual capacity. To further enhance the teaching effectiveness, Lesson Study has become a regular practice in the school.<br><br>Extensive reading sessions are implemented at all levels. Reading promotion projects such as book exhibitions and award schemes are launched. The school library plays a significant role in establishing a multi-media independent learning environment. The school library also serves as an evening study centre to develop student self learning habits. |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 2X and 3X. Please refer to our school website. http://www.nlsipess.edu.hk<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: <br> a. Standard lesson structure which provides opportunities for practice.<br> b. Enhancing learning through student lesson preview and note-taking.<br> c. Promotion of self-directed learning for active lesson participation and high-order thinking. <br> d. An inter-disciplinary STEAM programme.<br> e. Enhancing English language cross curriculum. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
A lift is available for students with physical needs. The school arranges both enhancement and remedial classes for different abilities. Students are streamed in accordance with their learning needs. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
The school has a Special Education Group consisting of teachers and assistants from the counseling department, discipline department, counselors, social worker, Education psychologist and Clinical psychologist. The Counseling mistress, Ms Chun Bo-chun, and the SEN department Coordinator, Ms Wong Tsz-mei actively assist students in need of special care. The school provides a variety of learning programmes and training courses, e.g. high-order thinking courses, language training courses which strive to ensure that the physical, psychological and educational needs of students are well-catered for. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
The PTA of our school strives to provide various support to students and parents in different aspects. A variety of programs are held to enhance the communication of the two generations. 'Parent Workshops' are held annually to provide hands-on experience in nurturing children. |
| School Ethos |
Positive relationships are established among students and teachers, parents and the school. Students are well-disciplined. Remedial classes for weak students, counseling service on subject selection for senior form students have been well-established. Students are also provided with pastoral care by the School Chaplain to grow spiritually. |
| School Development Plan |
Nurturing students to be self-regulated learners:<br>1. Developing students’ self-regulated learning skills to enhance learning effectiveness.<br>2. Establishing a strong sense of positioning and self-regulation for the whole-person development.<br>3. Enhancing the capability of the teaching team for nurturing students to be self-regulated learners. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
Through the lesson study, recognition of our teaching profession and the professional status are further consolidated. With the establishment of the aforesaid culture, the school has become a ‘Learning Organization’. To strengthen the tie between the faith and the practice for the teaching team, retreats and fellowship meetings are held regularly. |
| Life-wide Learning |
Our school aims at developing students' diverse potential and nurturing tomorrow's leaders. There are 1 grand performance show, about 40 extra-curricular activities and 3 Life-wide Learning Days to provide diverse opportunities for the students. |
