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H.K.F.E.W. Wong Cho Bau School

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school_nameH.K.F.E.W. Wong Cho Bau School
districtIslands
school_addressYat Tung Estate, Tung Chung, Lantau Island, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel21090087
school_fax21090086
school_emailhead@hkfewwcb.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk
school_mottoPragmatic and Innovative
school_missionOur school adheres to the school motto "Pragmatic and Innovative" and the spirit of "Strive for Excellence". We provide an excellent and pleasant environment for students to learn traditional Chinese culture, to inspire their creativity and develop multiple intelligences. Under the whole person education approach, we foster students' respect to their life and the care for their family and the country.
sponsoring_bodyHong Kong Federation of Education Workers Education Organization Co. Ltd.
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year2001
religionNot Applicable
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poa_school_net98
imcEstablished
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members92%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcYeung Yiu Chung, JP
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMr.
name_of_school_headWong Kam Leung
title_of_school_headMr.
school_size12000
through_train_sec_schoolHKFEW Wong Cho Bau Secondary School
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"Fees for Specific Purposes $400 (Recruitment of NET and procurement of teaching equipment)"
fac_no_of_classroom30
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground3
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsSTEAM Room, Coding Lab, Cyber Lab, English Room, Student Activity Room, Dancing Room, Visual Arts Room, Music Room, Chinese Arts Theatre, Play Therapy Room, Counselling Room, Speech Therapy Room, etc.
fac_othersDrone Training Area, Garden, Farmland, AR Mural, Central Kitchen
fac_support_for_specialeduAccessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts42
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers46
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above39
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training79
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_417
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_928
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above55
previous_year_no_of_class_p13
previous_year_no_of_class_p23
previous_year_no_of_class_p33
previous_year_no_of_class_p43
previous_year_no_of_class_p54
previous_year_no_of_class_p65
previous_year_no_of_class_total21
current_year_no_of_class_p12
current_year_no_of_class_p23
current_year_no_of_class_p33
current_year_no_of_class_p43
current_year_no_of_class_p53
current_year_no_of_class_p64
current_year_no_of_class_total18
cs_mode_of_teaching1. Small class teaching is implemented at all levels. There are about 25 students in each class.
2. Differentiated instruction, group work and e-learning strategies are used to cater for learner diversity.
3. Brain-based teaching strategies are used to engage students in learning activities.
cs_remarks1. Some English lessons are co-taught by NET and local English teachers. Teaching assistants are employed to provide extra support for students with special educational needs.
2. Two class teachers are allocated to each class in P.1 to P.3 to provide more support and care for students.
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P11
replace_test_exam_P1Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P60
no_of_exam_P2-P63
formulate_appropriate_school_based_assessment_assignment_policy_inform_parents_collect_views_from_teachers_students_parents_regularlyYes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_webYes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webYes
diversified_assessmentBoth summative assessment and formative assessments are used to assess students' performance. Diversified modes of assessment, such as class observation, small group presentations, project learning, skill assessment and online assessment are also adopted. Self assessment, peer assessment and parents' assessment are other tools to evaluate student learning in different aspects.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementThere is an English Class in each level. English is used as the MOI for Mathematics, Science and Humanities since P.1 while Putonghua is used as the MOI for Chinese Language in Upper Primary in that class.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day8
duration_of_each_period40
school_starts_at8:20
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:45
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time1:15
lunch_end_time2:15
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_lifeParticipating in the "Healthy Eating Programmes": Rice and vegetables are cooked in the kitchen at school. Healthy lunch with fruit is provided.
Joining the "School Sports Programme": Fitness test is carried out every year in order to inform students of their physical health and fitness.
Practising martial arts weekly to enhance physical fitness.
school_life_remarksFitness equipment is provided in the morning and at recess. Reading lessons and reading programmes are arranged to develop students' reading habits. Multiple Intelligences Programmes are organised to stretch students' potential. Flag raising ceremony is held every week. Library and computer rooms are open for students at recess and lunch time to facilitate self-directed learning. Tutorial lessons are organised.
life_wide_learning1. Various visits and learning days with different themes are arranged to enrich students' learning experiences.
2. Exchange tours are organised to broaden students' horizons and develop their generic skills.
3. A variety of extra-curricular activities, for example, STEAM Group, martial arts, fancy rope skipping, ball games, athletics, swimming, uni-cycling, choir, Chinese orchestra, English drama, drawing, Flag-guards, Girl Guides, etc. are provided to unleash students' potential.
school_management_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk/%E8%A1%8C%E6%94%BF%E6%9E%B6%E6%A7%8B
school_organisationWe emphasize the importance of communication between the management and frontline staff. We have an accountability system. Our Incorporated Management Committee consists of a number of School Managers which include teacher and parent representatives. Under the IMC, we have a number of consultation and working groups to facilitate the participation of teaching staff and parents in the administration of the school. Every year we make reference to the information collected from School Self Evaluation for future school development. PTA has been established to promote home-school co-operation and parent education.
imc_smc_mcThe Incorporated Management Committee of HKFEW Wong Cho Bau School.
school_green_policyDifferent green school projects are carried out to develop green ethos and an environmental protection culture such as recycling waste, reusing cutlery sets, adjusting temperature of air-conditioning, monitoring the use of electrical appliances, water and paper. We also organise seminars and activities to promote environmental protection. Solar panels are installed to save energy.
school_major_concerns_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk
school_major_concerns1. Cultivate a diligent learning attitude in students
2. Promote students' physical and mental well-being
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk/
learning_and_teaching_strategiesTeaching students different study skills, e.g. reading strategies, note-taking skills, using graphic organisers to organise ideas, using e-learning tools, etc. to facilitate self-directed learning; Adopting a variety of teaching strategies and organising different learning activities such as brain-based teaching strategies, group activities, discussion, role-play, visits, cross-curricular learning days, etc. to arouse students' learning motivation and enhance learning effectiveness; Adapting teaching content to cater for learner diversity.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum1. Utilize learning time through adjusting the curriculum and the collaboration of different subjects to reduce curriculum overlapping so as to promote a balanced physical and mental development;
2. Enrich life-wide learning experiences such as visits that relate to the curriculum, study tours, competitions, award programmes, etc. to extend student learning and to cater for learner diversity;
3. Enhance assessment literacy, promoting different modes of assessments and reducing the number of assessments to create space for facilitating whole-person development and increasing the effectiveness of learning and teaching;
4. Promote STEAM education to develop students' abilities in problem solving, inquiry and creativity.
dev_of_generic_skillsDevelop students' generic skills through interactive learning activities, project learning, as well as different subject-based and cross-curricular activities.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursOrganising flag-raising ceremony weekly to nurture national concept and national identity as well as to enriching students' knowledge about their nation; Understanding our nation as well as Chinese culture through national education and national security education; Organising different activities, e.g. school-based award schemes, talks for students; Praising students for their positive behaviour; Encouraging students to set their goals, take actions and reflect; Strengthening home-school co-operation and communication; Organising talks and workshops for parents.
student_support_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk/admission/%E6%A0%A1%E6%9C%AC%E8%A8%93%E8%BC%94%E8%A8%88%E5%8A%83
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityEnhancement and remedial classes are organised to cater for learner diversity. School-based curriculum is developed with collaboration with EDB and universities. After-school tutorials are provided for students. In the tutorials, professional teachers are responsible for designing learning activities and the follow-up of individual students. There are school-based educational psychologists, school-based speech therapists and counseling programs to support students with different educational needs. Courses for gifted children such as English Writing Class, Coding Class, Mathematical Olympiad Class and Robotic Class are organised to develop students' potential. Financial aids are provided for students with financial difficulties.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationOur Student Support Team plans, implements and reviews student support services. Both basic and additional resources are used to provide support services for students who have special learning needs. Our school adopts a 3-tier support model and closely collaborates with parents in order to provide appropriate support for each student.
support_for_non_chinese_studentsOur school provides additional support for NCS students to facilitate their learning of Chinese: providing after-school support programmes in learning Chinese; appointing additional teacher(s)/teaching assistant(s) to support NCS students' learning of Chinese; arranging intensive Chinese learning and teaching mode(s), e.g. pull-out learning if necessary, split-class/group learning, etc; developing school-based Chinese Language curriculum and/or adapting learning and teaching materials; organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school; and hiring additional manpower and/or translation/interpretation services to facilitate the communication with parents of NCS students. Chinese interest classes, after-school tutorial classes and outdoor Chinese culture learning activities are organised for NCS students.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationDifferentiated instruction is adopted. Teaching content is differentiated. A variety of learning activities and tasks are designed. Homework and assessments are adapted to the needs of students. Enhancement classes and remedial classes are provided for students with different abilities.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk/%E4%B8%BB%E5%B8%AD%E7%9A%84%E8%A9%B1
home-school_co-operationWe emphasize the importance of close partnership between school and parents. There are various communication channels between the school and parents. Home-School Co-operation Projects are organised throughout the academic year such as PTA picnics, Chinese New Year feasts, etc. We also arrange talks and seminars to help parents to take better care of the development of their child in physical and mental aspects.
school_ethosThe school emphasizes the importance of moral education. Students are well-behaved and self-disciplined. A caring culture is established at school. Positive values and attitudes are promoted. The school has been awarded the title of "Loving School Campus" for 16 consecutive years and "Hi-Five Student Engagement Award" for 4 consecutive years.
future_dev_urlhttp://www.hkfewwcb.edu.hk/
school_dev_planCreate an English rich environment and provide a variety of learning activities to help students build up a firm foundation in English; Use English as the MOI in 'English Class' to further enhance students' English ability; Nurture students' inquiry spirit, develop their problem-solving skills and creativity through STEAM education; Help students know more about Chinese history and culture through classic Chinese literary works, learning Chinese music, ink painting, joining exchange tours in the Mainland, etc.; Develop students' multiple-intelligences and cultivate their interest through a wider range of extra-curricular activities, services and training; Build a healthy school by promoting mental, physical and social health.
teacher_pro_training_and_devTeachers join the Brain-based Learning and Teaching Teacher Development Programme and design learning activities based on the theoretical framework of brain-based education to engage students in learning activities. Co-planning culture and peer lesson observation have been established. Teachers are encouraged to attend seminars, workshops and training courses related to the school development focus or their area of expertise. They also develop school-based curriculum and diversified teaching strategies by joining programmes organised by EDB or universities.
school_character_others1. Promote the development of Chinese Orchestra and STEAM education;
2. Organise military camp for all P.5 students in order to develop their self-management skills and nurture perseverance;
3. Set up awards for students with remarkable academic achievement in different subjects, good conduct and ones who are helpful and caring;
4. Get outstanding results in inter-school competitions in academic, sports, STEAM and arts.

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