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school_nameTsuen Wan Catholic Primary School
districtTsuen Wan
school_address37-41 Tak Wah Street, Tsuen Wan, N.T.
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel24923460
school_fax24926395
school_emailinfo@twcps.edu.hk
school_websitehttps://www.twcps.edu.hk
school_mottoIn reverence of God and love we are committed. In knowledge and truth we are devoted.
school_missionOur school is a Catholic school. It is our mission to spread the Gospel of Christ through introducing our students to the values of simplicity, love and serving others. Our school aims at providing a happy learning atmosphere to facilitate the whole person development of our students.
sponsoring_bodyCatholic Diocese of Hong Kong
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1969
religionCatholicism
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poa_school_net62
imcEstablished
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcWong King Sing
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcRev.
name_of_school_headChan Pik Ki Peggy
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size1818
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$50"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"$310"
fac_no_of_classroom18
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground1
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsPrayer Room, English Room, Computer Room, General Studies Room, Music Room, Visual Arts Room, Multi-Purpose Room, Small Group Learning Room, Guidance Room, Planting Zone.
fac_othersRooftop Playground.
fac_support_for_specialeduRamp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts38
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers41
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above37
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training65
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_49
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_918
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above73
previous_year_no_of_class_p13
previous_year_no_of_class_p23
previous_year_no_of_class_p33
previous_year_no_of_class_p43
previous_year_no_of_class_p53
previous_year_no_of_class_p63
previous_year_no_of_class_total18
current_year_no_of_class_p13
current_year_no_of_class_p23
current_year_no_of_class_p33
current_year_no_of_class_p43
current_year_no_of_class_p53
current_year_no_of_class_p63
current_year_no_of_class_total18
cs_mode_of_teachingSmall class teaching will be implemented by phases starting from P.1 since the 2024/25 school year. To cater for learning diversity, different strategies are adopted such as elite and enhancement programs. English local teachers works collaboratively with our Nets to create a rich English language learning environment. P.4-P.6 gifted programs are offered to unleash the potential of students
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_assessment1. In addition to summative assessment, formative assessment is arranged to assess students' learning progress and outcomes through project learning, dictation, quiz and daily learning tasks.
2. Different parties (e.g. self/peer/teachers/parents) are involved in providing feedback for students' Chinese and English writing.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementMixed ability classes.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day9
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at8:15
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:15
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:40
lunch_end_time1:30
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_life1. Implement healthy school policy through different activities, such as Joyful Fruit Month, Bright Smiles Campus Program etc., so as to cultivate students' healthy habits and attitude.
2. Encourage students to play ball games, skip rope and hula hoops during recess or after school.
life_wide_learningThe school has a comprehensive program catering for the needs of different
students.
Leadership: House Captain and officers
Tuesday Moral Lessons, Friday Multi-intelligence Classes, Saturday Interest Classes
Uniform Teams: Young Pioneer of Christian, Flat-raising Team, St John Ambulance Command, Scouts
Sports Team: Dance Club, Basketball Team, Football Team, Volleyball Team, Table Tennis Team, Track and Field Team
Academic Teams: Chinese and English Speech Group, Choir, STEAM Classes,
Maths Elite Classes
school_management_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/tc/%E5%AD%B8%E6%A0%A1%E7%B0%A1%E4%BB%8B
school_organisationOur school is managed by Incorporated Management Committee (IMC). Our principal leads the Administration Committee and three Development Committees to administrate the school affairs.
imc_smc_mcOur Incorporated Management Committee consists of our supervisor, principal and thirteen school managers.
school_green_policyDifferent environmental and energy policies have been implemented to protect and improve the school environment.
1. Setting recycling bins to recycle useful materials.
2. Using environmentally friendly facilities to reduce energy consumption.
3. Enhancing environmental education in the school curriculum.
school_major_concerns_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/sites/default/files/files/plan01.pdf
school_major_concerns1. Cultivating students' positive values through the 5 core values of Catholic education.
2. Fostering students' whole-person development with diversified learning experiences.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/tc/%E5%AD%B8%E7%A7%91%E7%B6%B2%E9%A0%81
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. Incorporate whole-class gifted teaching strategies and use different-level questioning skill to develop students' high-order thinking skills.
2. Promote self-learning skills in all subjects so that students can learn consciously, actively and positively.
3. Strengthen students' biliteracy and trilingualism with a series of teaching resources and support measures in Chinese, English and Putonghua.
4. Promote Mathematic Education by creating opportunities for students to apply skills in real life situations.
5. Enhance STEAM education to strengthen students' abilities to integrate and apply knowledge and skills.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum1. Create more opportunities for students to learn outside the classroom. This will help them gain life experiences, broaden their horizons and develop different potentials.
2. Promote National Education, Constitutional and Basic Law Education through various activities.
3. STEAM education inspires creative thinking by providing students with opportunities to synthesise and apply interdisciplinary knowledge and skills.
dev_of_generic_skills1. During the lessons, teachers develop students' communication skill, creativity and collaboration skills by using cooperative learning. And we develop students' self-learning skills through e-learning platforms.
2. students' generic skills are developed through a variety of learning events.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursIntroduce problem-solving elements in various disciplines to establish positive thinking to improve students' resistance. Promote positive psychology education, e.g. parent-child activities, adventure activities, etc. Incorporate the elements of positive psychology to growth classes. Create a positive school atmosphere, hold various positive events in the school, e.g. singing competitions or morning assembly etc. Positive Parent Group promotes parents-teachers cooperation, focusing on students' emotional needs. Through Teacher and Friend Program, teachers meet the students with emotional needs regularly.
student_support_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/tc/%E7%90%86%E5%BF%B5%E5%8F%8A%E7%9B%AE%E6%A8%99
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityOur school has Curriculum Development Team and Student Support Team to cater for students' different study needs. We have reinforcement classes, curriculum adaptation and professional training courses for students with special educational needs so that their learning are reinforced their self-confidence is enhanced.
whole_school_approach_integrated_education1. We together to create inclusive cultures in our school to cater for the needs of all students.
2. We adopt a 3-tier support model in order to provide appropriate support to each student, such as group training and Individual Education Plans.
3. Arrange relevant training for teachers and parents so that every child can learn more effectively.
4. Interprofessional Collaboration: School-Based EP, School-Based Speech Therapist and Social Worker etc.
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_adaptationUnder the professional guidance of Educational Psychologists, curriculum and assessment tailoring and adaptation are provided for SEN students.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/tc/%E5%AE%B6%E9%95%B7%E6%95%99%E5%B8%AB%E6%9C%83
home-school_co-operationParent-Teacher Association not only serves as a bridge between schools and parents, but also assists school in organizing parent-child activities. Parent volunteers assist our school in implementing various activities e.g. the library helpers and outdoor activities.
school_ethosWe believe that each student is unique, his/ her potential may be cultivated fully in a safe and happy learning environment. Our school provides a caring culture to nurture students' positive values through whole school approach disciplinary guidance program. We hope our students can lay a foundation for the lifelong learning.
future_dev_urlhttps://www.twcps.edu.hk/sites/default/files/files/2024-27plan.pdf
school_dev_plan1. Emphasis on the character development of students, and take the Ten Commandments and True Blessings of God as the guideline.
2. Provide students with high-quality teaching and allow them to have more diverse learning experiences. Popularize gifted education to cater for the different needs of students and develop their potential.
3. Make good use of community resources and improve teaching facilities.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev1. Our teachers enhance their professions through collaborative lesson planning, classroom observation, school-based professional sharing and external professional exchanges.
2. Teachers attend professional development activities and programs in response to school's and teachers' personal developmental need.
school_character_othersIn terms of school competitions, our students attained great results in languages, art and sports. We have exchange program with overseas primary schools. We cooperate closely with Ss. Cosmas and Damian Church and Tsuen Wan Our Lady Kindergarten to provide students with moral and multi-ability cultivation.