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Y.C.H. Choi Hin To Primary School

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school_nameY.C.H. Choi Hin To Primary School
districtTai Po
school_addressWan Tau Tong Estate, Area 6, Tai Po, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese(incl.: Putonghua) and English
school_tel26566116
school_fax26578298
school_emailadmin@ychchtps.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.ychchtps.edu.hk
school_mottoServing the Community in the Spirit of Benevolence
school_missionWe pledge to carry out the principle of "Serving the Community in the Spirit of Benevolence". We aim to provide quality holistic education to our students, and hope that our students have a balanced development in the domains of ethics, intellect, physique, social skills and aesthetics.
sponsoring_bodyYan Chai Hospital
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1992
religionNot Applicable
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poa_school_net84
imcEstablished
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members93%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcChoi Siu Chow Tony, JP
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMr.
name_of_school_headTsui Kim
title_of_school_headPrincipal
school_size8000
nanny_vanYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$50"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"Special purposes: online platforms and STEM education development $350"
fac_no_of_classroom26
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground1
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsGeneral Studies Room, Arts & Crafts Room, Music Room, STEM Room, MMLC, Student Activity Centre, English Room, Exergaming & Fitness Centre, Counselling Room.
fac_othersEcology Lab, Immersive Room, Historical Corridor, Holistic Art Zone, Reading Zone, Space Zone, Sports Climbing Wall, Campus TV and organic garden.
fac_support_for_specialeduRamp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts44
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers50
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above48
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training72
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_422
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_932
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above46
previous_year_no_of_class_p12
previous_year_no_of_class_p23
previous_year_no_of_class_p34
previous_year_no_of_class_p44
previous_year_no_of_class_p54
previous_year_no_of_class_p65
previous_year_no_of_class_total22
current_year_no_of_class_p12
current_year_no_of_class_p22
current_year_no_of_class_p33
current_year_no_of_class_p44
current_year_no_of_class_p54
current_year_no_of_class_p64
current_year_no_of_class_total19
cs_mode_of_teaching1. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Scheme in Primary 4 to Primary 6 classes fosters students' self-learning skill and teaching effectiveness.
2. Co-teaching is arranged to cater for learner diversity.
3. Multi-perspective thinking skills are infused in curriculum to enhance students' learning.
cs_remarksThe small class teaching mode is adopted with a class size of 25 students from primary one to primary three.
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P12
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_regularlyNo
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_webYes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webYes
diversified_assessmentSummative assessment is arranged for all subjects at the end of each school term, whereas formative assessment is arranged for the Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics subjects. For General Studies, assessment includes project work and scientific investigations. Students also participate in self-assessment and peer assessment for reflection on learning progress.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementPrimary one to four students can choose to enroll in the school-based SPARK English classes. All classes are in mixed mode to prevent labelling. To promote e-learning, BYOD classes are arranged in Primary 4 to 6.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day9
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at8:00
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:15
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:30
lunch_end_time1:30
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and with a centralised on-campus dining arrangement provides students with freshly cooked vegetables.
healthy_school_lifeWe foster holistic student growth by having morning academics and afternoon hands-on activities. To boost fitness, we offer morning exercise and team training. Harmony Campus Week, mindfulness talks and parent-child seminars help physical and mental well-being. Counselling builds a kind campus, instils good values, and aids students to balance academics and well-being, nurturing future talent.
school_life_remarksWe blend life education with career planning, offering themed activities covering mindfulness, values discovery and career paths. We also include Business-School Partnership Scheme, arts education and civic practice. Hands-on activities like overseas study tours, charity sales and volunteering, deepen the link between knowledge and life, nurture social responsibility, foster moral values and achieve holistic growth.
life_wide_learningDiversified extra-curricular activities including school teams of choirs, track and field, choral speaking, Chinese dance, judo, Cub Scouts, Brownies, drama, Mathematical Olympiad, campus TV, gardening, drum band and basketball. Saturday interest classes include taekwondo, phonics, musical instruments, magic and LEGO Robot Engineer.
school_management_urlwww.ychchtps.edu.hk
school_organisationThe IMC represents the highest authority in the school management structure. Daily operation is managed by the principal and department heads.
imc_smc_mcOur School IMC Board was established in 2006 with 17 members at present, including sponsoring body manager, independent manager, parent manager, alumni manager, ex-officio manager (principal) and teacher manager.
school_green_policyWe are a healthy green school. We have launched environmental education campaigns and recycling programmes including the installation of inverter air-conditioners and LED lights. We have set up a central kitchen. The food waste residue we collect at lunchtime is converted to compost to create a soil supplement for organic gardening at school. Students also join the school-based ambassador programme, and participate in organic gardening and collect waste regularly such as paper and plastic bottles for recycling.
school_major_concerns_urlwww.ychchtps.edu.hk
school_major_concerns1. To Enhance Learning Effectiveness
2. To Promote Healthy Living and Reinforce Whole-person Development
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.ychchtps.edu.hk/school_index/plan.php
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. The interdisciplinary learning mode with various assessment tools is introduced in order to cultivate 21st century skills.
2. Adopt the overseas learning mode and develop student-oriented teaching and learning approaches through high-order-thinking questioning and discussion to fully cater for learning diversity.
3. Positive values and core competencies are infused in the school-based curriculum and school learning environment.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumWe make full use of school hours to create space for students to gain opportunities for learning and growth. In the mornings, we focus on academic subjects, and in the afternoons, we offer various courses, such as language classes taught by foreign teachers, Life Education Programmes, Culture Day, and Team Training Activities to enrich students' learning experiences. We provide diverse learning opportunities to cater to different learning styles and multiple intelligences while also considering diversity. We are committed to enhancing students' I.T. literacy to equip them with essential skills for the 21st century. We cultivate independent learners to become the future leaders.
dev_of_generic_skillsSelf-directed learning strategies, reading strategies, computational thinking skills and presentation skills are introduced in regular classes to enhance students' generic skills. Such skills are further enhanced in life-wide learning week, STEAM activity week, project learning, outdoor visits, study tours, voluntary services and charitable activities.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursThe school is well aware of the importance of environmental education for students. Our school is committed to promoting environmental education, allowing students to learn about ecology, cherish the environment, and value life from an early age. We achieve this by building ecological classrooms, promoting a green campus, and implementing energy-saving measures, etc., to let students experience the importance of environmental protection in practice. Meanwhile, through environmental education courses, we cultivate students' awareness and knowledge of environmental protection, believing that they can become future environmental advocates and leaders. We adhere to this philosophy and action, enabling students to learn to cherish life and protect the environment from an early age, and contribute to creating a better environmental future.
student_support_urlhttp://www.ychchtps.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. Co-teaching and Remedial classes are provided to cater for learner diversity.
2. English online reading platform.
3. Challenging questions included in assignments: to enhance the learning ability of higher academic achievers.
4. Afternoon streamed learning: to enhance students’ performance in core subjects.
5. Pre-S1 bridging courses: equip students for secondary school life both academically and mentally.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationThe school-based educational psychologist, the special educational needs coordinator, special educational needs support teachers, special educational needs support assistants as well as school-based speech therapist help students with special educational needs.
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; hiring additional manpower and/or translation/interpretation services to facilitate the communication with parents of NCS students; and our school uses Putonghua to teach Chinese in all classes / groups at certain levels with extra support as appropriate, e.g. pull-out/small-group classes, learning and teaching resources with Pinyin, etc..
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation1. The school-based curriculum is tailored for students' learning needs.
2. Students with outstanding academic performance are pulled out for additional training.
3. Tuition classes are provided for lower academic achievers after school.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.ychchtps.edu.hk/school_parents/club.php
home-school_co-operation1. The Parent-Teacher Association organises annual gatherings, parent workshops, weekend interest classes and parent-child and teacher-student local and Mainland trips.
2. ‘Saturday Parent-child gathering’ is held every month and activities are held to motivate P.5 and P.6 students to study hard for the standardized assessments.
3. Parents have a high participation rate in school voluntary work including services for Yan Chai Hospital.
school_ethos1. Our students are courteous and modest.
2. The school has been accredited "Honourable Caring Campus" in the Caring School Award Scheme over ten years.
3. Our caring teachers act as role models to educate students to be responsible, courageous, conscientious, caring and respectful.
future_dev_urlhttp://www.ychchtps.edu.hk
school_dev_plan1. Enhancing students' technological and creative abilities, developing immersive education, and strengthening the cultivation of information literacy.
2. Promoting environmental education, students learn about ecology, cherish the environment, and value life from an early age. This is achieved through activities such as building an ecological lab, promoting a green campus, and implementing energy-saving measures.
3. From first to fourth grade, English, general knowledge, art, and life education courses are integrated to provide students with a better English language environment.
4. During morning classes, subject learning is the main focus, while afternoon sessions are dedicated to talent cultivation and moral education to train students' communication and problem-solving abilities and build their confidence.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev1. All teachers attend school-based training workshops organised by the school. Teachers are also encouraged to further study according to individual needs.
2. Collaborative lesson planning, peer observation and lesson study are carried out to sharpen teaching skills.
3. Demonstration classes are arranged to increase teaching and learning professional capability.
school_character_othersDifferent award schemes help students build up their self-confidence including Yanchai Student Excellence Award and ABC Award Scheme. Students are awarded for their outstanding performances in study, conduct, service and extra-curricular activities.

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