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S.K.H. Yan Laap Memorial Primary School

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school_nameS.K.H. Yan Laap Memorial Primary School
districtKwai Tsing
school_address13 Sheung Kok Street, Kwai Chung, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel24286600
school_fax24286111
school_emailmail@ylm.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
school_mottoNot to be served but to serve
school_missionBasing upon the ethos of Christian whole-person education as propounded by the Basing upon the ethos of Christian whole-person education as propounded by the Anglican Church, the School shall nurture and develop students spanning the arenas of morality, intelligence, athletics, community spirit, aesthetics and spirituality. The School shall: teach the students to live out the motto "Not to be served but to serve"; provide a warm, loving, caring and supportive environment for the full development of students' personality and potentials; emphasize individual responsibility to serve and respect for others; and pursue academic excellence and promote life-long learning.
sponsoring_bodyAnglican (Hong Kong) Primary Schools Council Limited
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year2002
religionProtestantism / Christianity
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poa_school_net65
imcEstablished
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcChow Siu Lui
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMr.
name_of_school_headYee Yan Yan
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size10700
nominated_sec_schoolS.K.H. Lam Woo Memorial Secondary School
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"$310 (Special purpose) and $390 (native English-speaking teacher)"
fac_no_of_classroom30
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground3
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsLibrary, STEM Lab, IT Lab, English Digital Room, Art Room, 2 Music Rooms, VR Room, Activity Room and Rainbow Prayer Square.
fac_othersY2K-designed school with: 1. Air-conditioned and well-equipped classrooms
2. Wireless network and interactive computer whiteboards.
fac_support_for_specialeduAccessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts58
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers63
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training98
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above50
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training60
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_420
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_910
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above70
previous_year_no_of_class_p15
previous_year_no_of_class_p25
previous_year_no_of_class_p35
previous_year_no_of_class_p45
previous_year_no_of_class_p55
previous_year_no_of_class_p65
previous_year_no_of_class_total30
current_year_no_of_class_p15
current_year_no_of_class_p25
current_year_no_of_class_p35
current_year_no_of_class_p45
current_year_no_of_class_p55
current_year_no_of_class_p65
current_year_no_of_class_total30
cs_mode_of_teachingOur school emphasizes both the traditional and activity-based modes of learning. 1. Formative assessment is adopted in 1st term in Primary 1. 2. In senior forms, learners are divided into various classes according to learning ability to cater for learning diversity. 3. Students in senior forms also act as teachers and helpers to assist Primary 1 and 2 students, increasing their learning abilities.
cs_remarksPlease refer to the School-based Homework Policy on school website.
no_of_test_per_year_P12
no_of_exam_per_year_P12
replace_test_exam_P1Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P62
no_of_exam_P2-P62
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_assessmentFormative and summative assessments are included. In English and Chinese language, there are listening and oral assessments. Generic skills, values and attitudes are assessed in Religious Studies, Physical Education and Visual Arts. Students are encouraged to learn through self assessment and peer assessment.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysNo
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementFor P.3 to P.6, students with higher learning abilities will be allocated into two classes in each level. One class from each level is using Putonghua as the medium of instruction in Chinese Language lesson.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day8
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at7:55
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at2:45
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:20
lunch_end_time1:15
lunch_arrangementProvided by school and provided by designated supplier.
healthy_school_lifeThe school maintains a health-conscious campus policy and annually holds a Good Fit Family Fitness Day for families and students. The lunch caterer delivers nutritious meals adhering to a '3:2:1' ratio of grains, vegetables, and meat. To foster a healthy lifestyle among pupils, the school runs a Skipping Incentive Scheme, self-guided fitness programmes and ball sport activities.
school_life_remarksOur school actively promotes Christian-positive education, sets up award schemes, and organises life-wife learning activities for students at every level to enrich their learning experiences. In order to make good use of the school premises, various kinds of activities are organised for students. During recess time, skipping and ball games are held. After lunch, our library and IT Lab are open to all students.
life_wide_learningThrough cross-curricular theme-based inquiry learning week, students enhance their generic skills. Each grade level has various off-campus visits and learning activities planned throughout the year, broadening their learning scope and enriching their experiences. Through different activities, students can develop their potential and build self-confidence. Activities include English ambassadors, Math Olympiad, debate, Science exploration coding and programming. Sports include Track and field, ball games, swimming, fencing and martial arts. Music activities include symphonic band, percussion band and string ensembles. Art: Advanced visual art classes, pottery, creative drawing classes Various uniform groups are included like Boys' Brigade Hong Kong, Cub Scouts and Brownies.
school_management_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
school_organisationIn order to optimize the implementation of the school plans and monitor the school development, various function and subject groups such as Curriculum Development, Student Support and Student Guidance and Discipline Team work collaboratively and closely with School Management and Administrative Team.
imc_smc_mcThe members of our Incorporated Management Committee are all professionals from different sectors with great insights and visions.
school_green_policyImplement Green Campus Scheme and organic farming to arouse and sustain students' eco-awareness and the importance of protection of the environment.
school_major_concerns_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
school_major_concernsAims "Love God and love people; Positive mind and heart; Engage in active learning; Embrace every challenge"
1. Continuously develop Christian-positive education, with the collaboration of subject teams, to establish positive values in students and promote physical, mental, and spiritual development through diverse learning experiences.
2. Continuously develop subject-based curriculums and enhance formative instructional practice, encourage and cultivate students' attitudes and habits of independent learning.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
learning_and_teaching_strategiesContinuously develop a school-based curriculum and implement learning assessment strategies to strengthen students' self-directed learning skills. Integrate high-order thinking techniques to enhance learning effectiveness. Design reading strategy frameworks for both Chinese and English subjects, implement cross-curricular reading initiatives. Establish a school-based English reading program to competence in English reading. Utilize project-based learning to develop generic skills and self-directed learning habits. Create problem-solving approaches within the math curriculum to enhance general capabilities; integrate scientific inquiry and STEM activities into general studies and offer programming courses in the computer studies. Use engaging topics to guide students in acquiring programming expertise and abilities. Our school has comprehensively installed wireless networks, promoting e-learning and encouraging students to utilize diverse electronic resources to optimize learning outcome.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumTo encourage students to take initiative in learning and cultivate positive thinking, Positive & super strength reward program has been implemented. Through different virtues—love, wisdom, justice, self-discipline, courage, and transcendence—positive encouragement and rewards are provided. In order to foster spiritual character and promote students' physical, mental, and spiritual health, various activities are carried out. The "Christ's Soldier Program," lets students practise faith and live out a Christ-like character. School has a character-based moral education curriculum encouraging students to practise school motto 'Not to be served, but to serve' through theme sharing, hymns, and prayers, while also strengthening values education (including national and national security education). To cultivate self-confidence and establish positive values, comprehensive counseling services and programs are planed to develop a sense of service to others, and give back to society, becoming good citizens.
dev_of_generic_skillsClassrooms offer a wide range of learning activities to improve students' biliteracy and trilingual communication skills. Students are encouraged to engage in various activities, creating opportunities for them to tap into their potential. Through the annual cross-curricular learning week events, which utilize captivating themes and competency-based learning methods, the depth and breadth of students' learning experiences are enhanced, promoting their collaborative and communicative abilities.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursPositive Education and Religious courses are carried out. We aim at nurturing students' character strengths and positive values of students to pursue every challenge towards excellence. With Fruit of the Holy Spirit as the theme of life education, elements of Christianity will be immersed to well-equip students with positive attitudes.
student_support_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityStudent Support Team helps identify students with learning difficulties and provide them with pull-out teaching and remedial classes.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationOur student support team will organize remedial learning groups and peer tutoring for our students. School-based speech therapist and school-based educational psychologist will provide services to students with SEN.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationPull-out and small group teaching are offered in Chinese, English and Mathematics to cater for students' diverse learning needs. Learning activities are tailored to help students with learning difficulties. Our school offers different training programs for talented and gifted students. Programs for the gifted children such as YLM Gifted Programme debate team, English ambassadors are offered.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
home-school_co-operationBy organizing parent workshops, lectures on positive education themes, parent-teacher association meetings, Parents' Days, parent-child outings, and Good Fit family fitness events, we foster collaboration between home and school while enhancing communication.
school_ethosEthos of simplicity and good learning atmosphere are found in our school. Through Religious and Moral Values Education Curriculum and morning assemblies, we aim at strengthening the campus atmosphere in Christianity and developing students with proper moral concepts and building up their positive values and attitudes.
future_dev_urlhttp://www.ylm.edu.hk
school_dev_planTo sustainably develop school-based curriculum and to apply various teaching and learning strategies skills in lessons, in order to increase students' all-rounded learning experiences so as to cultivate students' self-learning habits and abilities.
To cultivate a positive and caring learning environment and to promote Christian standards in discipline so as to facilitate healthy development.
teacher_pro_training_and_devWe have continuously implemented school-based professional teaching training, and have introduced external resources such as collaborating with universities to implement curriculum development programmes, in an attempt to increase the teaching efficiency. On the other hand, we highly encourage teachers to continue in their pursuit of higher education, such as to invest in the new trend of e-teaching or STEM education.
school_character_othersOverseas exchange programmes were launched last few years. Our UK, New Zealand, Beijing, Shanghai, Sichuan, Taiwan, Singapore, Korea and Nanjing study tours not only widened students' horizons, but also strengthened their knowledge about environmental protection and technological development.