ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI'S COLLEGE
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI'S COLLEGE

1 YAN SHING LANE FANLING NEW TERRITORIES

Our school embraces an all-round education based on the ideas of catholic education. Students are nurtured to be self-disciplined and self-directed learners who have the capacity to love and contribute to their family, care about the society, serve the community as well as carry forward traditional Chinese virtues.

Secondary School Profile

Supervisor / Chairman of Management Committee Mr. Siu Sze Chuen, John
School Head Ms. Ma Wai-yu, Anne
Finance Type Aided
Session Whole Day
Student Gender Co-educational
Sponsoring Body The Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong
Religion Catholicism
Year of Commencement of Operation 1977
School Motto Spirit, Faith, All-Round, Compassion ( SFAC )
Area Occupied by the School About 12,000 Sq. M

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S2 -
S3 -
S4 -
S5 -
S6 -
Parent-Teacher Association Fee (Annual) "$60"
Student Union / Association Fee "$20"
Approved Charges for non-standard items -
Other Charges 0

Number of teaching posts in the approved establishment 76
Total number of teachers in the school 78
Qualifications and professional training (%)
Teacher Certificate / Diploma in Education 85%
Bachelor Degree 0%
Master/ Doctorate Degree or above 49%
Special Education Training 36%
Years of Experience (%)
0 - 4 years 27%
5 - 9 years 21%
10 years or above 52%

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, Putonghua, Chinese History, Ethics and Religion*, Integrated Humanities*, Computer*, Design and Technology*, Technology and Living*, Music*, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Mathematics (S.1 to S.3)*, Science (S.1 & S.2)*, Junior Secondary Science (S.3: Physics, Chemistry, Biology)*,Value Education and Chinese Culture
English as the medium of instruction English Language
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, History, Business, Accounting & Financial Studies, Information & Communication Technology, Visual Arts, Ethics & Religion, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Physical Education, Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4-S.6), Mathematics Extended Part Module 2, Health Management and Social Care, Design & Applied Technology
English as the medium of instruction English Language
Adopt a different medium of instruction by class or by group / school-based curriculum Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part Module 2, Physics, Chemistry, Biology

Language Policy Our school strives to enhance students' biliterate and trilingual ability. Different medium of instruction made is used according to student's abilities. In most of the subjects taught in Chinese, Extended Learning Activities in English are induced so as to enhance student's English proficiency.<br><br>There is a Language Week annually. A wide variety of Chinese, English and Putonghua activities are provided. Our school also participates actively in the Hong Kong Speech Festival and activities organized by the Standing Committee on Language Education and Research. There is an English Exposure Scholarship Study Tour for junior form students and New Zealand Exchange Programme for senior form students. The purpose of the two award schemes is to encourage students to enhance their English proficiency and to experience using English in an English speaking country.
Learning and Teaching Strategies We cater for students with learning diversity. Small-class teaching is established in junior forms according to students' ability. Chinese, English and Mathematics enhancement and remedial courses are provided for students. There are standard procedures to give aids to those who fail in the assessments. Teachers improve their teaching methods through Peer Lesson Observation and Collaborative Lesson Preparation. Life-wide Learning Day is organized for students every year. We also provide outings for students through the "Learning Outside Campus Scheme" which aims to broaden their scope in learning. We value continuous assessment. There is an Examination and Assessment Team to coordinate related tasks. Class participation and daily homework are assessed and counted as a portion of the examination marks.
School-based curriculum 1. Electives: 2X and 3X. Our school has set up 15 elective subjects. Student can choose 2-3 subjects to study according to their abilities and interests.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: <br> i) Tailor-made curriculum is provided for junior form students to suit their learning ability. <br> ii) For exam and assessment, enhancement questions are added in the test and exam papers to cater for learners' diversity.<br> iii) Integrated Humanities is taught in junior forms with a view to creating a coherent learning and teaching programme of different humanity topics.
Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity Some of the Chinese, English, Mathematics and Science teachers have received Special Educational Needs training.
Approach to Integrated Education The Student Support Team provides various support to students in need. There are speech training, reading & writing programs and social skills training programs. Special examination arrangement will be provided for special educational needs students. For senior form students, a life planning program will be held to let them plan their future through individual counseling, small-group counseling, on-the-job training and visits. The educational psychologist will conduct assessment, counseling and training for students in need. Various activities will be organized for students to enhance their confidence & communication skills, broaden their visions and build up friendship with their big brothers & big sisters. Every year, different inclusive activities will be organized to create an inclusive school culture.
Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students
Home-School Co-operation The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), was established in 1995, aims to: <br>1. organize school activities in collaboration with the school, such as Teachers' Day and School Picnic.<br>2. promote students' whole-person development and life-wide learning experience through setting up a Student Award Scheme.<br>3. participate in school affairs, such as giving advice in choosing the lunchbox provider.<br>4. organize workshops for interested parents to improve parenting and interpersonal skills.
School Ethos The school values a disciplined learning atmosphere. The Discipline and Counseling Committee have set up a Student Award and Punishment Scheme for promoting students' self-discipline and self-study skills. Through the activities organized by different teams under the Student Development Committee, students are nurtured morally with correct values, together with a healthy school life and caring culture at school. In order to help students to know more about God, our school put great emphasis on students' spiritual growth, which will in turn help them to develop an all-round personality.
School Development Plan School Major Concern (2021-2024)<br>1. To foster a positive attitude towards learning in students.<br>2. To foster a balanced development in physical, mental and spiritual aspects in students.
Teacher Professional Training and Development The Staff Development Team provides opportunities for staff to undertake professional development. Training courses, seminars, workshops, talks, experience sharing sessions and collaborative learning with other schools are organized to meet teachers’ developmental needs and to improve the quality of teaching.
Life-wide Learning There are more than 40 clubs offering a wide range of activities including religious, physical, aesthetic, academic, recreational and social service.