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H.K.T.A. The Yuen Yuen Institute Shek Wai Kok Primary School

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school_nameH.K.T.A. The Yuen Yuen Institute Shek Wai Kok Primary School
districtTsuen Wan
school_addressEstate Primary School No. 2, Shek Wai Kok Estate, Tsuen Wan, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel24165447
school_fax24920024
school_emailswk@mail.swk.edu.hk
school_websitehttps://www.swk.edu.hk
school_mottoGrasp Principles, Cultivate Virtues
school_missionOur vision is to provide within a nurturing and stimulating environment a well-balanced Taoist education. In accordance with our motto "Grasping Principles, Cultivating Virtues", we are dedicated to developing students into responsible, knowledgeable and compassionate citizens. Through the all-round moral, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic development, students are imbued with sound moral values and remarkable academic achievements in holistic education.
sponsoring_bodyHong Kong Taoist Association
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1982
religionTaoism
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poa_school_net62
imcEstablished
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members100%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcChiu Yiu Nin
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMr.
name_of_school_headKwok Man Lai
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size4486
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$20"
fac_no_of_classroom24
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground2
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsInformation Technology Learning Centre, Music Room, Multifunctional Activity Centre, English Room, STEMaker Space, CampusTV, Aviation World, STREAM Playground.
fac_othersOrganic Garden, Fish Pond, Meeting Room, Reception Room, Collaborative Teaching Room.
fac_support_for_specialeduAccessible lift and Speech Therapy Room.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts30
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers40
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above29
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training71
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_413
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_920
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above67
previous_year_no_of_class_p11
previous_year_no_of_class_p22
previous_year_no_of_class_p32
previous_year_no_of_class_p43
previous_year_no_of_class_p53
previous_year_no_of_class_p63
previous_year_no_of_class_total14
current_year_no_of_class_p11
current_year_no_of_class_p21
current_year_no_of_class_p32
current_year_no_of_class_p42
current_year_no_of_class_p53
current_year_no_of_class_p63
current_year_no_of_class_total12
cs_mode_of_teachingSmall class teaching for P.1-P.6. Remedial classes are arranged to cater for individual learner diversity.
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P10
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_regularlyYes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_webYes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webYes
diversified_assessment1. Formative assessments
2. Subject-based project learning
3. Self and peer evaluation
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementElite classes in P.5-P.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_at3:10
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:35
lunch_end_time1:30
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_lifeThe Hong Kong Healthy Schools Award Scheme 2017:
Healthy Schools Award (Silver) awarded by World Health
Organisation (WHO) Western Pacific Region, CUHK.
The School "Nutri-agent" Project, Morning Exercise, Eye Exercise, Recess Exercise, Joyful Fruit Day, Fitness Day.
school_life_remarks1. After School Enhancement Programmes for students with marginal grades.
2. After School Care Programme and Homework Tutoring Classes.
3. After School Students Support Groups.
4. After School English Interest Groups.
5. Language Therapy.
life_wide_learning1. By promoting diversified activities, students can participate widely through rich learning experiences, whilst cultivating their self-management habits.
2. By providing different kinds of intra-school activities, extracurricular activities and training opportunities, students' self-confidence and learning effectiveness are enhanced.
3. Through engaging students with unique potential, interests and abilities to participate in different competitions, students' learning needs are further optimised and met in a well-rounded curriculum. This also supports individual learner needs and a student-centred approach to learning.
school_management_urlhttps://www.swk.edu.hk/tc/%E2%BE%8F%E6%94%BF%E6%9E%B6%E6%A7%8B
school_organisationIncorporated Management Committee manages our school and formulates school policies. The principal is authorised to administer the school.
imc_smc_mcIncorporated Management Committee was established on 31st August 2007.
school_green_policy1. Set up waste recycling bins and Each class has an environmental protection ambassador.
2. Participate in the "Solar Harvest" Solar Energy Support Scheme organized by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department.
school_major_concerns_urlhttps://www.swk.edu.hk/tc/subject/%E8%AA%B2%E7%A8%8B
school_major_concerns1. Diversified Learning and Teaching Approaches: Enhance students' learning effectiveness through diversified learning and teaching methods.
2. Strengthen Civic and Moral Education: Cultivate positive values in students by emphasising citizenship and character education.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttps://www.swk.edu.hk/tc/%E8%8B%B1%E8%AA%9E%E5%AD%B8%E7%BF%92%E9%80%B2%E7%A8%8B
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. Create an English-immersive environment to enhance students' interest and proficiency in the language.
2. Promote STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) education to foster creative problem-solving skills.
3. Develop self-directed learning abilities to encourage active learning and independent inquiry.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumTo promote development of 21st-century talents and good citizenship, subjects are integrated and organically connected. (1) The English department has 4 Native-speaking English Teachers (NETs) to endorse curriculum reforms at all levels and collaborate with the GS Department to design STREAMaker Projects. (2) Interdisciplinary project exploration is implemented at various levels, using the "POE Trilogy" approach (Predict, Observe, Explain) as an inquiry-based learning strategy, enabling students to acquire knowledge and skills through hands-on experiences. Extensive reading is emphasised to foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. (3) Throughout the academic year, school-wide moral education thematic activities are conducted, complemented by corresponding subject area teaching content, aiming to cultivate students’ positive character traits.
dev_of_generic_skillsScience and technology and project studies in various subjects; enhance mathematical problem-solving abilities; information literacy awareness; group learning and collaborative activities; further develop biliteracy and trilingualism.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours1. Enhance awareness of Chinese culture to foster a sense of national identity.
2. Optimise civic education to enhance core citizenship values.
3. Strengthen collaboration between parents and schools to enhance parent-child relationships.
student_support_urlhttps://www.swk.edu.hk/tc/%E5%AD%B8%E7%94%9F%E6%94%AF%E6%8F%B4%E7%B5%84
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. Enhanced remedial teaching groups as well as counselling teaching groups are established. Additionally, after-school tutoring and various support programmes are provided.
2. Small-class teaching and cooperative learning are implemented to cater for the diverse learning needs of students.
3. To support newly arrived students in Hong Kong, the school offers adaptation programs, including English tutoring, personal growth lessons, and outdoor community exploration activities.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationThe team oversees teaching and homework adjustments, along with subject support and small group teaching for various selected subjects. Our teachers are skilled at adapting plans for teaching and homework, which take into account individual pupil needs. Intervention groups are organised according to pupils' needs and resource availability. Our school includes Enhanced School-based Speech Therapy Service, Individual Education Plans, concentration and sensory training, fine motor skills training, and social and emotional support training. We also provide parent talks and workshops. The team liaisons with school-based educational psychologist provided by the EDB and external agencies to target the needs of SEN students and provide relevant adjustments effectively.
support_for_non_chinese_studentsOur school provides additional support for NCS students to facilitate their learning of Chinese: arranging intensive Chinese learning and teaching mode(s), e.g. pull-out learning if necessary, split-class/group learning, etc; organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school; 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.. Chinese language learning interventions are organised after school according to resources available.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationTailored curriculum and adaptation according to our students' individual abilities to suit any learner diversity.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttps://www.swk.edu.hk/tc/%E7%B0%A1%E4%BB%8B
home-school_co-operation1. A Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is established, and regular meetings are held to promote collaboration and communication between the school and families.
2. The school organizes various parent-child activities such as family trips and fun days to enhance communication between parents and their children.
3. A parent volunteer team is in place to assist with large-scale school events such as English Day, Chinese Culture Day, and Sports Day, fostering a harmonious and close home-school partnership.
4. Conduct parent education courses, seminars, and workshops to encourage parental participation and encourage continued self-enhancement.
school_ethos1. Emphasis on quality student care, commitment, empathy and prudence.
2. Carry out school-based counseling activities to cultivate students’ good moral character.
3. "Good Student Award Scheme" promotes students to strive for good moral and academic performance as well as maintaining good physical fitness.
4. Multiple Student Service Teams which allow students with different strengths and abilities to help and support each other.
school_dev_planChinese: Primary One "Picture Book Teaching"; Primary One to Three "Integrated Chinese Teaching in Putonghua," and school-based tiered support teaching.
English: "Tailor-made and Unique" English learning process, as well as school-based phonics, and reading and writing programmes.
Mathematics: Primary One and Two "Picture Book Teaching" and problem-solving strategies.
General Studies: Implementation of STREAM activities, life skills lessons, and cross-curricular learning; Introduction of aerospace and VR courses. Primary One and Four "Primary Humanities" and "Primary Science".
Moral Education: School-based thematic activities and moral education.
Visual Arts: Thematic unit teaching.
Information Technology: Programming lessons and collaboration with Hong Kong Baptist University on the "Code for Joy" programme.
Physical Education: Martial arts classes and promotion of emerging sports.
Music: Chinese orchestra, school-based musicals, and Cantonese opera appreciation and learning.
Putonghua (Mandarin): Paired reading in Chinese and Putonghua, along with phonological awareness teaching.
teacher_pro_training_and_devWe continually strive to meet the needs of school-based development by creating space for teachers to continue professional development activities through courses and class observations. At the same time, teachers have expanded their teaching horizons and repertoires through participating in teaching research programmes. Moreover, our school promotes increased collaborative opportunities through teacher sharing and lesson planning in order to optimize learning and teaching.

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