| Language Policy |
The school adopts English as the medium of instruction in all subjects except Chinese Language, Putonghua and Chinese History for all S.1 classes. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
Our teaching and learning strategies are designed to cater to the diverse needs, abilities, and learning styles of our students. We promote active engagement, collaborative learning, and individualized support to<br>ensure that each student reaches their full potential. Our school values the holistic development of students,<br>encompassing their moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and spiritual growth. We provide a balanced curriculum that integrates academic subjects, physical education, aesthetic, and character education, fostering well-rounded individuals. We regularly review our teaching practices, curriculum, and assessment methods to adapt to changing educational needs and standards.<br> |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 3X. 3 Electives. Some students can take Mathematics Extended Part - M 1 or M 2, Other Languages Subjects or Applied Learning Subjects in addition to the 3 electives.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: S.1-S.2 English Phonics, Phonetics & Spelling Programme; S.1-S.3 Nonfiction Reading Programme; S.3 Business Fundamentals; S.4 and S.5 Life and Values Education |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
We employ a range of instructional strategies and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests. Enrichment programs are offered to provide additional learning opportunities for students who require more challenging and advanced materials. Various strategies have been adopted to promote self-directed learning attitudes and capabilities, providing opportunities for students to take ownership of their learning. Additionally, ongoing professional development is offered to teachers to enhance their knowledge and skills in catering to the diverse needs of students. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
Our school supports students with special educational needs through a whole-school approach. Strategies and support include home visits, individual counselling, enrichment courses, adjustments and special arrangements for both internal exams and HKDSE, training in social skills, speech therapy services, trainings provided by external resources and a parent group which facilitates exchange of information and emotional support.<br> <br>The Special Education Needs Support Committee, which comprises the Vice-principal, Chairperson of the Counseling and Guidance Committee, SEN Coordinator, SEN support teachers, teachers, school social workers, school-based Educational Psychologist and school-based Speech Therapist, initiates meetings and devises tailored educational plans to cater for students of different educational needs. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
Through Parents’ Nights, parent education talks, parent groups, the Parent-Child Reading Scheme, social gatherings, the PTA Homepage, the Parent Handbook and so on, the Parent-Teacher Association promotes home-school co-operation and enhances mutual understanding between teachers and parents. |
| School Ethos |
Our school provides whole-person, quality education based on biblical truths in the moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and spiritual aspects to encourage the pursuit of excellence, and to empower students to live by the school motto of “Self-discipline through the understanding of the Word, Service to mankind through faithfulness to the Lord”.<br>The joint effort of parents and teachers has successfully created a school culture that upholds simplicity, integrity, discipline, diligence, care and harmony. |
| School Development Plan |
School's Major Concerns (2022-25)<br>Take Charge of Learning. Live by Values. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
A 3-day Summer Retreat Camp and three Staff Development Days are held every year. There is induction for new teachers and they are supported by assigned mentors. Collaborative teaching in subject panels, comprising lesson preparation, lesson observation and post-lesson discussions, facilitates the formulation of teaching strategies and enhances teaching and learning effectiveness. |
| Life-wide Learning |
Due regard is given to students’ intellectual, physical and artistic development. Students are encouraged to participate in Christian Fellowship, House activities, voluntary work, leadership training, Carmel Infotainment Network and school teams and clubs of a wide variety which includes Volleyball Team, Basketball Team, Badminton Team, Table Tennis Team, Athletics Team, Swimming Team, Choir, English Debating Team, Chinese and English Drama Teams, the Scouts, musical instrument classes, Orchestra etc. Different awards schemes and scholarships such as the ‘Stars in Carmel’ Award Scheme are also made available for students who have active participation in community services and extra-curricular activities. |
