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school_nameHong Kong Southern District Government Primary School
districtSouthern
school_address325 Apleichau Bridge Road, Apleichau, Hong Kong
school_type_1Gov't
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel25510030
school_fax25517793
school_emailhksdgps@edb.gov.hk
school_websitehttp://www.hksdgps.edu.hk
school_mottoWe live with passion and we do our very best.
school_missionThe mission of our school is to impart a quality well-rounded education to our students and we treat all classes with equal importance. We strive to educate students in areas of moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and emotional development. This process takes place in an environment conducive to learning and will nurture our students to become good citizens.
sponsoring_bodyGovernment
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year2000
religionNot Applicable
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poa_school_net18
imcNot Applicable
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members100%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcLAM Si Hang, Yvonne
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMiss
name_of_school_headLeung Wai Kwan
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size4840
nominated_sec_schoolKing's College, Belilios Public School, Clementi Secondary School,
Tang Shiu Kin Victoria Government School
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$50"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"$270"
fac_no_of_classroom24
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground2
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsEnglish Room, General Studies Room, Music Room, Visual Arts Room,
Computer Room, STEM Room, Dancing Room, School Campus TV.
fac_othersPlay Counselling Room, Parents-Teachers Association Room, Medical Room.
fac_support_for_specialeduAccessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts44
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_training86
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_46
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_920
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above74
previous_year_no_of_class_p14
previous_year_no_of_class_p24
previous_year_no_of_class_p34
previous_year_no_of_class_p44
previous_year_no_of_class_p54
previous_year_no_of_class_p64
previous_year_no_of_class_total24
current_year_no_of_class_p14
current_year_no_of_class_p24
current_year_no_of_class_p34
current_year_no_of_class_p44
current_year_no_of_class_p54
current_year_no_of_class_p64
current_year_no_of_class_total24
cs_mode_of_teaching1. Streaming according to students' abilities.
2. Small class teaching.
3. Intensive Remedial Teaching and after school learning support programme are provided to students with special needs.
no_of_test_per_year_P11
no_of_exam_per_year_P11
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_webNo
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webNo
diversified_assessmentFormative and summative assessment (oral evaluation, practical evaluation, life study skill and project learning) are adopted to improve students' learning. The scope of assessment is wide-ranging. The level of difficulty suits the students needs and abilities.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementStreaming according to students' abilities (P.3 - P.6).
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day10
duration_of_each_period30
school_starts_at8:20
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:25
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:55
lunch_end_time1:55
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier, arranged by parents and brought by students.
healthy_school_life1. To promote healthy eating habits, we have participated in the School "Nutri-Agent" Project.
2. Morning exercise is being provided for students to maintain a habit of doing exercise.
school_life_remarksApart from the formal curriculum, we advocate morning reading classes, library sessions, moral and civic education, tutorial lessons, extra-curricular activities, and a Multiple Intelligences Programme. There are enrichment classes for Chinese, English, and Mathematics. After school, there are diversified activities and interest classes.
life_wide_learningThere are various interest groups in extracurricular activities: Drama, Gardening, Science and Technology Activities, Sports Activities, Handicrafts, Chess, Handchime Class, Recorder Ensemble, Orchestra and Choir.
After-class activities include Oriental Dance, Jazz Dance, Hip-Hop, Martial arts, Floor Curling, Whirlwind ball, Rope Skipping, Taekwondo, Table Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball, Basketball and Football.
The service team includes Juvenile Police, CYC, Scout and School Flags Guards.
school_management_urlhttp://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/info/index_page1.html#info6
school_organisationThe school management under the school management committee is composed of principal, deputy principals and various administrative groups. It is responsible for formulating and supervising the operation of all school affairs and assisting in the implementation of various school affairs.
imc_smc_mcThe chairperson of our School Management Committee is appointed by EDB. Other members include the school headmaster, representatives from each of the four parties of stakeholders, namely teachers, alumni, parents and independent members. Regular meetings are held to discuss school development policy so as to enhance learning and teaching.
school_green_policyThrough various inter and outer school green activities to establish the pupils' concept and attitude of protecting the environment. Train kids as environmental ambassadors to carry out 'Save Energy and Resources' campaign.
school_major_concerns_urlhttp://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/info/index_page1.html#info6
school_major_concerns1. Promote innovative teaching methodologies, foster student-centred learning, enrich diverse learning experiences, enhance students' self-confidence, and prepare them for the future.
2. Broaden students' horizons, cultivate a positive life attitude, and nurture students to become responsible citizens of the new generation.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/info/index_page1.html#info6
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. Use cooperative learning to enhance students' collaborative ability.
2. Through the training of self-learning skills and high-order thinking, and the implementation of e-learning to enhance students' self-learning ability.
3. Implement life-wide learning, such as visits, competitions and overseas exchanges to develop commonality among students' abilities.
4. Introduce STEAM elements into various subjects to enhance students' inquiry ability.
5. Actively participate in learning support programmes to improve learning and teaching effectiveness continuously.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumThe major renewed emphases include:
1. Strengthening values education, national education and national security education.
2. Making good use of learning time and creating space to promote a balanced physical and mental development.
3. Enriching life-wide learning experiences and promoting whole-person development.
4. Better catering for learner diversity.
5. Reinforcing STEAM education, and nurturing students' media and information literacy.
6. Strengthening cross-curricular learning and reading across the curriculum for developing lifelong learning capabilities.
7. Enhancing assessment literacy for promoting learning and teaching effectiveness.
dev_of_generic_skills1. Cultivation of common ability: Integrate the cultivation of skills in various fields of study and develop students' common skills in analysis, problem-solving, creativity, and communication.
2. Students combine the knowledge and abilities of related subjects to carry out inquiry learning and develop students' generic skills by project learning.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursThe school attaches great importance to the cultivation of student moral character, and integrates moral education from formal and informal courses. In the formal curriculum, moral education is infiltrated in the teaching of various subjects, while in the informal curriculum, life education courses, school-based counselling activities and theme lectures are provided to cultivate students 'good character and positive outlook on life.
student_support_urlhttps://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/CP/pG/51/83/57
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. Through different education programmes to cater for individual differences; 2. School-based small class teaching, after-school educational support, school-based educational psychology service, and school-based speech therapy service. 3. We also offer a P.1 orientation for our newcomers to experience and adapt to primary school life.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationThe school has implemented a whole-school approach to Integrated Education. Our school uses the learning support grant and enhanced school-based speech therapy services to provide appropriate support to students with special educational needs, such as remedial learning groups, teaching adaptation and assessment accommodation, speech therapy services and individual education plans.
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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationThe school provides appropriate support according to the different needs of students, including small class teaching, after-school group counseling, curriculum and test adjustment.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttps://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/CP/pG/10/10/18
home-school_co-operationThe school keeps close contact with parents, and builds mutual trust through adequate communication. Activities and seminars for parents are frequently organised by The PTA. The PTA supports the development of the school and jointly creates a quality learning environment for children.
school_ethosWe create a safe, caring environment in which all children are respected and respect others. We are proud of our school and everyone's contribution is valued. Our expectations of behaviour are high and our code of conduct binds us as a whole school community. We have high expectations for all our children, academically, physically and in a wide range of creative activities. Through creative teaching and learning we aim to inspire and challenge children of all abilities.
future_dev_urlhttps://www.hksdgps.edu.hk/CP/pG/66/105/78
school_dev_plan1. Successfully applied for the Quality Education Fund to develop smart classroom projects and optimize teaching equipment.
2. Actively promote STEAM education to enhance students' inquisitive and problem-solving capabilities.
3. Continue to promote e-learning to strengthen students' ability to use information technology, and facilitate the effectiveness of learning and teaching.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev1. Set up peer lesson preparation and peer observation lessons to strengthen teachers' professional exchanges.
2. Regularly arrange lectures, workshops and other training activities for teachers to enhance teachers' teaching effectiveness.
3. Actively participate in learning support programme and professional exchange activities to optimize classroom teaching.
4. Arrange teachers' professional training.
school_character_others1. P.1 students are exempted from taking 1st term test and examination.
2. Gifted education to develop students' potential.