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Diocesan Boys' School Primary Division

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school_name	Diocesan Boys' School Primary Division
district	Kowloon City
school_address	131 Argyle Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
school_type_1	DSS
school_type_2	Whole Day
medium_of_instruction	English
school_tel	31594200
school_fax	26247292
school_email	dbspd@dbs.edu.hk
school_website	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
school_mission	To provide a liberal education based on Christian principles.
sponsoring_body	Diocesan Boys' School Committee
student_gender	Boys
commencement_of_operation_year	2004
religion	Protestantism / Christianity

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imc	Not Applicable
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members	Not Applicable
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mc	Der Matthias Clement Tze-wo
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mc	The Rt. Rev.
name_of_school_head	Cheng Kay Yen Ronnie
title_of_school_head	Mr.
school_size	10977
through_train_sec_school	Diocesan Boys' School
school_bus	Yes
parent_teacher_association	Yes
school_alumni_association	Yes
asc_school_fee	"$55000"
asc_pta_fee	"$500"
fac_no_of_classroom	30
fac_no_of_school_hall	1
fac_no_of_playground	2
fac_no_of_library	1
fac_special_rooms	Computer Rooms, Student Activity Centre, Language Room, Music Room, Visual Arts Room, GS Room, Multi-purpose Room, Chinese Culture Room and French Room, etc.
fac_others	Conference Room, Roof Gardens & shared facilities with the Secondary School, such as swimming pool and school field.
fac_support_for_specialedu	Accessible lift, Accessible toilet and Braille and tactile floor plan.
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers	81
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training	91
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor	100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above	52
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training	21
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4	20
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9	20
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above	60
previous_year_no_of_class_p1	5
previous_year_no_of_class_p2	5
previous_year_no_of_class_p3	5
previous_year_no_of_class_p4	5
previous_year_no_of_class_p5	5
previous_year_no_of_class_p6	5
previous_year_no_of_class_total	30
current_year_no_of_class_p1	5
current_year_no_of_class_p2	5
current_year_no_of_class_p3	5
current_year_no_of_class_p4	5
current_year_no_of_class_p5	5
current_year_no_of_class_p6	5
current_year_no_of_class_total	30
cs_mode_of_teaching	1. Accelerated classes for English, Chinese and Mathematics are introduced in G5 and G6 . 2. Lift-off programmes are offered after school for boys who are weak in major subjects.
no_of_test_per_year_P1	1
no_of_exam_per_year_P1	1
replace_test_exam_P1	Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P6	2
no_of_exam_P2-P6	2
formulate_appropriate_school_based_assessment_assignment_policy_inform_parents_collect_views_from_teachers_students_parents_regularly	Yes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_web	No
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_web	No
diversified_assessment	Besides summative assessments, other formative assessments, such as projects and group discussion, are adopted to monitor and promote students' learning. Feedback and comments are given to students in their assignments and report cards.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidays	Yes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoon	No
streaming_arrangement	Mixed ability classes from G.1 to G.4 & accelerated classes from G.5 to G.6.
no_of_school_days_per_week	5
no_of_periods_per_day	9
duration_of_each_period	30
school_starts_at	8:30
school_starts_at_AMPM	AM
school_ends_at	3:00
school_ends_at_AMPM	PM
lunch_start_time	12:30
lunch_end_time	1:20
lunch_arrangement	Provided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_life	To promote healthy diet, 'Joyful Fruit Party' for students is held every year.
life_wide_learning	Music: Symphony Orchestra, String Orchestra, Chinese Orchestra, Choirs and Wind Ensembles, etc. P.E.: Swimming, Athletics, Badminton, Table-tennis, Tennis, Basketball, Football, Fencing and Golf, etc. Visual Arts: Chinese Painting, Ceramics and Photography, etc.
school_management_url	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
school_organisation	The School is managed by the DBS School Committee. Two committees are formed to supervise the management and operation of DBSPD. The Primary Division Sub-Committee is responsible for policy formulation and to consider views and recommendations put forward by the Primary Division Management Committee. The Primary Division Management Committee is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Primary Division and to co-ordinate the operation of the various existing frontline committees and workgroups of the School.
imc_smc_mc	School Management Committee.
school_green_policy	Our school launches the Green Campus and Environmental Ambassador Scheme which provide chances for students to implement their knowledge about environmental protection in their daily life.
school_major_concerns_url	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
school_major_concerns	Our School aims to equip students to become life-long learners with a sound foundation of knowledge, social and technical skills to meet future challenges. Our vision is to prepare students to become contributors to society and leaders with integrity in a diverse and ever-changing world.
learning_and_teaching_plan_url	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
learning_and_teaching_strategies	The unique school design and well-equipped classrooms enable our teachers to adopt a flexible approach of teaching. Students' learning is not confined to within the classroom. Other outdoor areas, such as the roof gardens and school field, are constantly used. Besides the core subjects, each boy can choose his own electives, such as Astronomy, Money Management and Etiquette, etc. To maximize students' exposure to different learning areas, teachers organize regular field trips, including overseas study trips for them. Cross-curricular projects are also adopted to reinforce students' application of knowledge and skills introduced in different subjects.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum	The school reinforces Values Education (including Life Education, National Education, and National Security Education) to nurture students' sense of national identity and cultivate their compassion, empathy, and well-roundedness. Life-wide learning experiences are planned to foster students' whole person development, while cross-curricular learning through STEAM promotes problem solving and critical thinking skills amongst students.
dev_of_generic_skills	All subjects share the same emphasis to help students develop various generic skills, such as creativity, critical thinking and communication skills, etc.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours	As a Christian school, our mission is to provide education for our students that promotes Christian values, which include kindness, giving and caring for each other. Students are reminded of these values through assemblies, the moral education and religious education curriculum, and daily interactions with teachers and peers. In addition, National Security Education is taught across all areas of the school curriculum to deepen students' understanding of the Country's development and national security, enhance their sense of national identity and nurture them as good law-abiding citizens.
student_support_url	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity	The school organizes lift-off classes in Chinese, English, Mathematics and Putonghua for G.1-6 students who have learning difficulties and recommended by subject teachers. The teacher/ student ratio is 1:8. Lift-off classes are on a term basis. Moreover, the school provides extra support for G.3-4 students who are academically weak in Chinese, English and Mathematics. The students attend 3A and 4A classes in a separate classroom. The teacher/ student ratio is 1:10.
whole_school_approach_integrated_education	The School adopts the 3-Tier Support Model and provides in-class, small group and individual support to students. Special Educational Needs Coordinator leads the 'Student Support Team' to utilise the 'Learning Support Grant' to hire supporting staff and purchase professional services. For students with SEN, the School provides assessment accommodations, training groups and speech therapy according to the needs of individual students.
support_for_non_chinese_students	Our 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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation	Gifted Programmes are organized for the gifted and talented students to develop their specific talents in various subject areas. Lift-off Classes are organized to provide support for students who are weak in English, Chinese, Maths & Putonghua.
home-school_co-operation_url	https://www.dbspta-pd.com/
home-school_co-operation	The school has established the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for parents and teachers; and the Diocesan School Old Boys' Association (DSOBA) for the alumni. Through various activities, such as Garden Fete, seminars, outing, picnic, and games day, home-school co-operation could be enhanced. Furthermore, these activities serve the purpose for reinforcing the loyalty and school spirit among parents, old boys, teachers and students.
school_ethos	The school strongly encourages students to join different types of activities. Students are encouraged to make use of the school's rich resources to develop personal interests, broaden their horizons and explore the outside world. It is the school's goal to cultivate outgoing, positive and optimistic students who treasure friendship and are able to think laterally. There are two registered Social Workers stationed at the school to counsel students in need.
future_dev_url	http://www.dbspd.edu.hk
school_dev_plan	The major concerns of the School Development Plan for School Years 2023/2024-2025/2026 are: 1. Developing Diocesan boys into life-long learners. 2. Strengthening students' identity and sense of belongings towards our country. 3. Promoting empathy & respect for diversity to create a harmonious & supportive learning environment.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev	Teachers are required to write their own 3-year Staff Development Plan. Staff workshops and seminars are organized regularly. Teachers are always encouraged to attend courses and workshops outside of school, locally or overseas.
school_character_others	The school offers different types of scholarships, including academic, music and sports scholarships.
fee_remission	Our school offers full school fee remission, 3/4, 1/2 or 1/4 school fee remission. Needy students, including those from families receiving the Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) and students receiving financial assistance provided by the Student Finance Office of the Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency (WFSFAA), could apply for fee remission. Newly admitted students could apply for fee remission at any time if necessary. They will be informed of the application results as soon as possible. - Please visit the <a href='http://www.dbs.edu.hk' target='_blank'><span class='title_link'>web-link</span></a> in our school’s website for details of school fee remission scheme, including the family income limits.