| Language Policy |
1. The school adopts Chinese as the medium of instruction to facilitate students' learning. In a bid to foster a solid foundation of English among students for their future studies, we implement small-class teaching in all forms. We also organize a variety of English activities including English morning assembly, debating, drama, musical, BCK studio, speech festival, master chef workshop, live performance, booth games and quiz competitions. There are also after-school enhancement and remedial programmes to consolidate students' English ability.<br>2. With the implementation of the fine-tuning of Medium of Instruction, our school makes use of a proportion of lesson time to conduct extended learning activities in English in different subjects in junior forms. Some specific units and themes are taught in English. We also have cross-curricular English enhancement programmes for students to improve their English for future studies in senior form subjects.<br>3. To further enrich the learning environment, we set up the International Cultural Centre, which allows students to learn English in authentic scenes. With more conversions conducted in English, students will have ample opportunities to practise the language and achieve the best learning results. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
1. To enhance student-oriented teaching and cater for learner diversity, small-class teaching is adopted in Chinese, English and Mathematics classes according to the specific needs of students. We also create school-based materials, implement STEAM education and organize cross-curricular learning activities to improve learning and teaching. After-school enhancement and remedial classes as well as extended learning programmes are organized for students.<br>2. In addition to tests and examinations, the school also adopts a variety of methods for student assessment, including class participation, group discussions, presentations and experiments, with the aim of using assessment as a learning tool.<br>3. The school aims to foster positive learning attitudes among students by adopting self-directed learning, lesson preparation, cooperative learning and e-learning.<br>4. The school encourages reading across the curriculum. With our reading reward scheme, students can learn extensively from reading and broaden their knowledge base.<br>5. The school provides rich learning experiences for students, which helps them to develop generic skills and leadership skills. The school also encourages students to explore different cultures so as to broaden their horizons and improve their communication skills. Furthermore, each student has the opportunity to participate in overseas learning activities including study tours, cultural experience tours and overseas exchange programmes. Scholarships and funds are provided for students in these programmes. |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 2X and 3X. Some students also take Applied Learning.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: The school provides a wide range of school-based courses. The course design successfully combines subject knowledge with life knowledge so students can learn authentically. The school adopts the student-oriented approach in teaching, makes adjustments to the curriculum and makes good use of community resources to enhance students’ motivation in learning so they can become self-directed and lifelong learners.<br>The school develops a comprehensive and diversified curriculum. It provides opportunities for students to learn outside the classroom. In addition to traditional subjects, it also offers personal growth programme and multi-disciplined programme. The personal growth programme combines the spirit of Buddhist education and the values of morality. We aim to cultivate a balanced development of students' body, mind, and spirit. Multi-disciplined programme allows students to develop their interests and enhance their personal competitiveness. <br>STEAM education is promoted in junior forms by adopting the cross-curricular approach. With the assistance of industry and tertiary institutions, STEAM education is successfully implemented in our school. Through computer programming, design and the production of smart products, students can develop their creativity and improve their problem-solving skills. The school also promotes artificial intelligence in Form 3 to keep up with the latest trends of technological development. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
Our school adopts different measures to cater for learner diversity, including proper class allocation of students, class teacher arrangement, language policy, tailored curriculum, assignments and assessment. Small-class teaching is adopted in the school. We also have an educational psychologist and additional social workers to enhance our guidance for students. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
Our school aims to build an inclusive culture and support students with special educational needs under the whole-school approach. We provide appropriate and diversified support services to enhance students' learning effectiveness and help them integrate into school life through the effective use of resources. Our school has flexibly used the "Learning Support Grant" to recruit additional staff and set up the Student Support Team. Our support team works and collaborates with other sections of the school to support students in need. At the same time, our school-based educational psychologist provides curriculum and teaching support, and develop individual education plan for students in need. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
We treasure parent-teacher cooperation and set up the Parent-Teacher Association which contains parent manager. Regular meetings are conducted with parents to gather their opinions on school affairs. To strength liaison with parents, we organize family activities to assist the healthy development of the students. In addition, we organize the Parents’ Day, tea gatherings and talks on a regular basis. We also support parents' growth through parents' education programmes. We have held a variety of activities including PTA tour, PTA cooking class and parent mindfulness activity. |
| School Ethos |
Our school is committed to integrating the principles of discipline and counseling in order to establish an 'orderly but happy' school environment for students. In order to enhance the quality of education, we foster students' self-discipline, promote better morals and self-improvement through morning assemblies, weekly assemblies and various counseling programmes. Students have benefited from the guidance of teachers under the "Double Class Teachers Scheme". In the External School Review conducted in 2015 by the Education Bureau, the reviewing team has given the school highly-positive comments. They noted that our students have the intention to strive for the best and excel in their studies and that our teachers are energetic. The school has a positive culture in which students are gentle and respectful. |
| School Development Plan |
1. Strengthen National Security Education and boost recognition of National Identity.<br>2. Cultivate Student’s Positive learning Attitude. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
Apart from organizing staff development days, we have also collaborated with professionals in the education field and invited them to share about new trends in education and provide training workshops for teachers. Through various co-planning and peer lesson observations, our teachers continue to excel in their teaching performance. Additional support is also given to new teachers so they can adapt to the school environment. |
| Life-wide Learning |
Our school adopts the policy of "One Student One Activity". There is provision of various extra-curricular activities to encourage students to realise their potential and to develop as individuals. The activities include Girl guides, CYC, Athletics, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Choir, Ching Kok Orchestra (Both Chinese and Western), Dance Club and Drama Club, Home Economics Club, Magic Club, Art Club, School Aesthetics Club, Creative Design and Technology Club. There are also different academic clubs, such as Chinese Club, English Club, Mathematics Club, Science Club, Debating club and Computer Club. In addition, the school also organizes different cross-curricular activities, local outings and overseas tours, with the aim to encourage students to learn by doing outside the classroom. |
