| Language Policy |
Mathematics and Science (in some classes of S.1 & S.2) as well as Mathematics and Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology in some classes of S.3 are using English as the medium of instruction (MOI). Other classes in junior forms will have extended learning activities in English. Some subjects in senior forms are also using English as the MOI.<br>In order to enhance students' language competency, apart from Putonghua lessons and various reading schemes, we organize drama competitions and take part in the HK Schools Music and Speech Festivals and Inter-school Debating Contests. The 3 full-time Native English Teachers play a leading role in organizing various English activities and conducting oral practice with students so that a language-rich environment is created. Different measures are deployed to foster biliteracy and trilingualism. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
Based on the principle of ‘Life-long Learning and All-round Development’, our school facilitates the acquisition of knowledge, skills and morality in all our students, as well as develops their potential to the fullest, so that they will become the pillars of society.<br>To keep abreast with the latest changes in curriculum, Citizenship, Economics and Society has been added to the junior forms’ curriculum to train students’ critical thinking and better prepare them for the New Senior Secondary (NSS) curriculum. e-Learning is conducted in order that students learn to apply information technology in their learning. We also implement various reading schemes, project work, and moral and civic education. To equip students with the ability to cope with changes and challenges brought about by social, economics, scientific and technological advancements, STEM is actively promoted. The introduction of collaborative planning and teaching has been able to enhance the teaching and learning effectiveness of our school. |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 2X. Apart from the 4 Core Subjects, there are 10 electives and an Mathematics Extended Part Module 1 for students to choose from.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: The Counseling Group and the National Education Group instill students with correct moral values. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
The Student Support Team (SST) is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of all support work regarding integrated education in the school. There is small class teaching in junior forms to better cater for each student’s individual needs and uniqueness. There are also after school tutorial classes, supplementary lessons and pre-exam study groups to give extra support to students. In addition, two form teachers in each of the junior forms provide support for the students, with an emphasis on reinforcing love and care for each individual. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
Members of SST include the Vice-Principal, SENCO, teachers with SEN training, social workers, student counsellors and an educational psychologist.<br><br>SST provides support to SEN students based on the “Whole School Approach” and “3 Tier Support Mode”. We collect and sort the data of the new form one SEN students and ask the EP to assess and identify the various types of SEN. We also have a referral system whereby suspected SEN cases will be assessed and given support with the approval of their parents.<br><br> |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
There is a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) to promote home-school collaboration. A Parents’ Night, Parents’ Day, different talks and sharing groups are organized every year so that parents and the school can closely keep in touch with each other. |
| School Ethos |
Our students are nurtured in a modest yet strict teaching and learning atmosphere with the emphasis on developing ethics, intellect, physique, social skills and aesthetics. We aim to equip our students with a healthy physical and mental spirit in order to become a responsible citizen and highly-functioning member of the society. To achieve this, there are different departments in our school which implement schemes such as the Award Scheme, Group Counseling, etc. We hope that our students can realize the spirit of our school ethos which is for students to have knowledge and virtue with vigour. |
| School Development Plan |
The long-term objectives of the school development:<br>1. To generate positive motivation towards learning for progressive improvements<br>2. To train and equip students with communication skills, critical thinking skills, analytical skills and creativity.<br>3. To provide a well-rounded curriculum.<br>4. To promote the holistic development of each student.<br>5. To create an ideal learning environment.<br>6. To enhance teachers’ professional development.<br>7. To promote home-school co-operation and communication. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
In order to provide quality education, our school teachers actively enrol themselves in different professional training. In addition to the Staff Development Days offered by the school annually, our teachers also take part in different seminars, workshops and courses organized by the Education Bureau or other qualified institutions. |
| Life-wide Learning |
There are four Houses in our school which help to organize different sports and academic activities such as the Swimming Gala and Sports Day. There are about 33 school clubs, sports teams and music teams. With such a variety, students can choose the activities which suit them most. In order to enhance students’ leadership, there is a Student Union and four Uniform Teams. Students are also encouraged to participate in different competitions and also in community service activities inside and outside school as these can boost their confidence and sense of achievement. |
