| Language Policy |
In order to raise the Putonghua and Chinese abilities of our students, our teachers instruct in class using Putonghua during the Chinese speaking lessons (S.1). Our secondary section uses English as a medium of instruction, except for the subjects of Chinese Language, Chinese History and Chinese Literature. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
Most of the illustrations are vivid and interesting and students are always challenged by questions from the teachers. Some teachers phrase their questions very nicely that, students can be channeled into the critical thinking mode. Most teachers can engage students by interactive activities, including group discussion, presentations, debating, whole-class discussion and role-playing.<br>Our curriculum has 5 special features, including: (i) developing English competencies; (ii) pioneering gifted education; (iii) offering internationalized small class teaching; (iv) nurturing multiple intelligences and (v) emphasizing creative teaching and joy in learning.<br>Implementation of IB Diploma programme in which the teaching and learning approaches are even more student centered, project-based with a deeper international perspective. |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 3X. Elective subjects include the following: Chinese History, Geography, Economics, Chinese Literature, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Music, Visual Arts, etc. Students choose three to four elective subjects.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: <br>(1) Outstanding English Proficiency: G.T. College hires Native English Teachers to facilitate upgrading students’ proficiency. (a) Many students who participated in the Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival (English Speech) attained merits. (b) Our G8 (F.2) students attained a passing rate of 96% and a credit rate of 77% in IGCSE – English (Form Five standard) in 2023. (c) Our G12 (F.6) graduates attained 100% pass (Level 3) and 69% credit (Level 4) in DSE English in 2023.<br>(2) Our third IB cohart attained 48% (Level 7) in IB English in 2023. One of our IB student got perfect score 45.<br>(3) Our G12 students attained excellent result of average score 7.08 (Maximum 9) in IELTS.<br>(4) Programs for the Gifted: G.T. College offers many programs for the gifted, notably, (a) Talent Class; (b) Mentorship Program; (c) Accelerated Class; (d) After-School Gifted Program; (e) Elective Day; and (f) Third Language Group (a choice of six International Language). The College has established networks with internationally renowned scholars on the formulation of its programs for the gifted.<br>(5) Small Class Size: With small class size of about 26-28 students per class, teachers are able to spend more time on each student. Carefully chosen teaching materials are customized to cater for individual needs.<br>(6) Multiple Intelligences (MI): G.T. College embraces the idea of Multiple Intelligences. Everybody has his/her individual potential and talent which can be realized through education. In the secondary section, there are talent classes, clubs and interest group, accelerated class and electives, offering over than 100 programs for students to choose from. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
To cater for different education needs, our school has set up a Special Education Needs Team under the Moral Education Group. Teachers with SEN training, together with experienced teachers and social workers will provide prompt support for students with Special Education Needs. The Learning Support Grant and other school resources will be utilized to enhance learning effectiveness for students with diverse abilities. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
The school has set up a student support team with members which include the principal, the head of Teaching and Assessment Group, the head of Moral Education Group, the special educational needs coordinator and the school social worker to coordinate, plan and take care of learning strategies for students with different educational needs. Also, exam adjustment and homework guidance for students with special learning needs are to be provided. The team is work aim to assist them in solving difficulties encountered in learning. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
There is a parent teachers association which organizes different activities such as exchanges, camps, sports activities and workshops. Enhancing the mutual understanding and trust, thus promoting the co-operation and liaison of parents and teachers. |
| School Ethos |
The mission of G.T. College is to offer each student an education for the development of morality and the cultivation of intelligence through joyful learning and striving for excellence. <br>G.T. students are self-disciplined, their good qualities being further enhanced by the school moral education instilling the right attitudes in them.<br>Each G.T. student is a person of love, creativity and commitment. G.T. students strive for the development of a good character, virtues and perfection. |
| School Development Plan |
The Major Concerns of the Secondary Section of our school are:<br>(1) To secure distinctive academic excellence through further development students' initiatives and inquisitiveness. <br>(2) To facilitate students' leadership development through professional growth and whole person development.<br>(3) To enhance students' regional and global awareness through OLE activities and international exchange programmes. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
G.T. organizes three staff development events annually.<br>Curriculum Director designs and plans the curricula of the whole school.<br>The heads and members of the four Departments (Languages, Science and Maths, Citizenship and Social Development and Arts and Sports) regularly meet and review their own curricula.<br>New teachers attend 5 pre-service training workshops. |
| Life-wide Learning |
1. Sports Friday; <br>2. Clubs and Interest Groups; <br>3. Community Services;<br>4. After-school Activities;<br>5. After-school Gifted Program;<br>6. Elective Day;<br>7. Talents Class. |
