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school_nameThe Salvation Army Tin Ka Ping School
districtSha Tin
school_addressPok Hong Estate, Shatin, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel26489283
school_fax26494305
school_emailtkpps@hkm.salvationarmy.org
school_websitehttp://www.satkp.edu.hk/web/
school_mottoHonest, Faith, Love, Diligence
school_missionBased on Christian values, educate with love, nurture students' confidence, integrity, diligence, passion towards life and respect towards community.
sponsoring_bodyThe Salvation Army
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1983
religionProtestantism / Christianity
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poa_school_net91
imcEstablished
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcCaptain Lee Choi Ling
name_of_school_headLi Andy
title_of_school_headMr.
school_size5000
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"100 "
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"Charge as needed (not exceeding 300 HKD per year)."
fac_no_of_classroom24
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground3
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsReframe Theatre, Physical Fitness Centre, Computer-assisted Creative Music Room, Computer Room, Language Learning Room, Student Activity Centre, English Fun Room, General Studies Room, Music Room, Mathematics room, Guidance Games Room, Visual Art Room.
fac_othersJellyfish Eco-museum, Green Garden, basketball court and badminton court.
fac_support_for_specialeduRamp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts48
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers57
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above33
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training44
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_428
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_912
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above60
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_teachingSmall Class Teaching has been implemented in Primary One to Six to enhance the effectiveness of students' learning by using different learning and teaching strategies. There is a focus on self-directed learning to enhance students' motivation.
cs_remarks1. Double class teachers for P.1 and P.6,catering students' needs of primary school adaption. 2. For P.1 to P.3, Students are streamed evenly according to their ability, with two classes use Putonghua as the medium of instruction for teaching Chinese Language. 3. Divide P.4 students into classes based on their ability.
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_webYes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webYes
diversified_assessmentStudents are promoted in learning through formative and summative assessments. Besides written assessments, students are also assessed through reading, project learning, creativity, physical skill performance and etc.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementThe upper level students are distributed into classes according to their academic performances and abilities. One class is Elite Class, the other three classes are grouped evenly. In order to motivate students, varied teaching materials are tailor-made to enhance learning.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day8
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at8:20
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:30
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time1:10
lunch_end_time2:10
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_life1. Parents' Education in Primary Schools Programme.
2. The Hong Kong Jockey Club School Mindfulness Programme (Enhance students' awareness through meditation bottles).
3. iSmart Fitness Scheme.
4. MVPA60 (Promote a healthy lifestyle)
5. AI Sports Station (Evaluate students' athletic performance through the application of AI and data analysis techniques)
school_life_remarks1. Focusing on classroom learning in the morning, while engaging in STEAM+ activities in the afternoon. Including exploration in both new sports and outdoor activities and grade-specific events.
2. Music channels, special broadcasts and TKP news updates for students at lunch time.
3. Morning physical fitness activities and trainings to promote better health and encourage growth.
4. Extra-curriculum activities.
life_wide_learning1. STEAM+ outdoor learnings. 2. Cross-curricular week, Intangible cultural heritage week, exchange programmes, Jellyfish Programme, coding and BYOD. 3. Uniformed Groups: Red Cross and Boys Scout. 4. More than 38 multi-intelligence classes are arranged on Fridays. 5. Offering various activities including martial arts, taekwondo, swimming team, LEGO class, Spanish language class, magic team, drama group, and more.
school_management_urlhttp://www.satkp.edu.hk/web/about-us/sa/
school_organisationOur school is led by "The Salvation Army".
imc_smc_mcIncorporated Management Committee was set up in the 2008/2009 school year.
school_green_policy1. To protect the environment, more plants will be grown.
2. Energy efficient products will be used.
3. Solar-Powered Smart Planting Machine.
school_major_concerns_urlhttps://satkp.edu.hk/web/school_reports/
school_major_concerns1. Making good use of "study-hour" to enhance effectiveness of student learning.
2. Fostering virtuous and gifted TKPers with the motto of "caring for the campus, cultivating values and nurturing talents".
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.satkp.edu.hk/web/info/study_teach/
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. To cultivate students' ability to utilize reading comprehension strategies. We adopt "From Reading to Writing" pedagogy. 2. Primary Literacy Programme (Space Town Literacy Programme for KS1) and School-based Reading Programme for KS2. 3. TOEFL syllabus is incorporated in KS2 curriculum. 4. To use different classroom activities to enhance students' "numerical sense" and the competency of utilizing "mathematical language". 5. Running BYOD. 6. Learning Chinese Language through Putonghua, two classes in P.1-P.3. 7. GAPSK syllabus is incorporated in KS2 curriculum. 8. Events of Science Explorer and Project learning. STEAM education is incorporated in the school curriculum. 9. Every student has a good range of extra-curricular activities in school which covers Art, Music and Sports. 10. Manageable homework policy: a tutorial class period for completing homework; homework can be completed within 1.5 hours on average. 11. Set up a talent pool for gifted education.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum1. Optimizing the overall curriculum planning by flexibly utilizing teaching and learning time, integrating, and connecting relevant learning content to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and learning.
2. Making good use of learning time both inside and outside classroom, involving the whole school community, to enrich students' all-round learning experience and promote whole-person development.3. Providing comprehensive support for students' growth, collaboratively building a caring campus, and nurturing well-rounded TKPers with love and care.
dev_of_generic_skills1. Strengthen students' capabilities of comprehensive application, problem solving, self-management and self-learning.
2. Through activities and competitions, students are able to build up collaboration skills, communication skills and creativity.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours1. Establishing a foundation based on Christian and school's educational philosophy, and the holistic development of students through the school-based virtuous education program. In alignment with virtues cultivation, we have designed a six-year developmental framework that focuses on the promotion and nurturing of 'Eight Core Virtues'.
2. Implement service learning through a whole school participation model to establish positive and proactive attitudes and behaviors.
3. By implementing classroom management, mental health initiatives, and positive education activities, we aim to enhance positive emotions in daily life, leverage individual strengths, and establish positive interpersonal relationships.
student_support_urlhttp://www.satkp.edu.hk/web/info/support/
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. Plan school-based gifted education courses, including Little Reporter, Little Writing Pioneer and Olympiad class. Students are recommended to join gifted education programs and training provided by professional institutions such as The Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education and CUHK Program for the Gifted and Talented.
2. Remedial and Enrichment classes for Chinese language, English language and Mathematics are arranged.
3. After school tutorial classes are arranged for P.1 to P.6.
whole_school_approach_integrated_education1. With a post of Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), we can better provide professional instructions to our students especially in design of homework, curriculum and assessment.
2. Provide professional support to improve the learning and social efficacy of students with special educational needs.
3. Teachers are skillful in catering learner's diversity and setting learning tasks in different levels. We improve our teaching by lesson observation and gaining instructions from professors.
4. Arrange counselors to join the class to support students with special educational needs.
5. School-based speech therapist provides appropriate support services to students and parents.
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. After school homework tutorial class and peer support.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation1.School-based curriculum, homework and assessments are designed to cater for the learning diversity of students.
2.Organize a parent open class to allow parents to observe their children's classroom learning, enhancing their understanding of the school's curriculum and teaching methods.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.satkp.edu.hk/web/info/training/
home-school_co-operation1. Making effective use of the parent education funding to establish a Parent Academy to facilitate systematic parental education and promote a holistic approach to parenting. 2. Has a well-developed Parent-Teacher Association and a Parent Volunteer Team. 3. High level of engagement from parents.
school_ethos1.Implement positive counseling through 'early reminders, early intervention, and continuous follow-up' to cultivate students' positive values. 2. To promote Christian spirit and develop students' faith by our Chaplain. 3. Implementing a comprehensive student counseling program that involves diverse activities and whole-school participation, also adapting an integrated counseling approach to foster students’ positive development. 4. We fully implement the school-based reward program via the "Monthly Star", "TKPPS Passport For All" and "Gem Card Scheme" to affirm and praise the students' good performance in all aspects.
school_dev_plan1. Learning and Teaching: School-based learning curriculum and strategies are implemented across all subjects. Implement BYOD e-learning scheme, optimize learning and teaching strategies, enhance the efficacy of learning and teaching.
2. Moral Education: Cultivate students' good conduct through school-based planning and external supports.
3. Multiple activities: Through diversified activities and learning experiences, students can achieve their full potential.
4. External Qualified Certification Courses: Through taking part in the public Mandarin and English qualified certification assessments, students' abilities to be biliterate and trilingual can be affirmed.
5. Parent Education: Through 'TKP Parent Academy' and the 'Home-School Partnership' program, we systematically organize parent seminars, learning groups and other activities, to foster better grown and development in students by promoting collaboration between home and school.
teacher_pro_training_and_devFostering learning communities to enhance learning and teaching through peer observation and sharing with educators.
1. The Education University of Hong Kong: "From Language Learning to Value Cultivation, Learning Classical Chinese Texts through Multi-Text Reading.
2. The Education University of Hong Kong: "Jockey Club Inquiry-Based Science Learning and Teaching Enhancement Project.
school_character_othersAccolades received: 1. Outstanding Teaching Award for Moral Education from the Education Bureau. 2. The Happiness Campus Recognition Scheme has received the Excellence Award for Happy Campus. 3. The 61st Schools Dance Festival - Chinese Dance (Lower and Upper Primary Section) Honours Award (Highest Honor).
School-based learning curriculum: 1. Jellyfish Program. 2. Gifted education curriculum (Language study, Mathematics, Science). 3. School-based Reading and Writing Task Book. 4. TKP Talent Pool.

Overview of Secondary School Placement:90% of graduated students were allocated to their top three choices of secondary schools in the 2024 academic year.