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Sir Ellis Kadoorie (Sookunpo) Primary School

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school_nameSir Ellis Kadoorie (Sookunpo) Primary School
districtWan Chai
school_address9 Eastern Hospital Road, Sookunpo, Hong Kong
school_type_1Gov't
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionEnglish
school_tel25773489
school_fax28824520
school_emailwebmaster@sekps.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.sekps.edu.hk
school_mottoSeize The Day
school_missionTo provide a pleasing environment for pupils to enjoy learning, to enhance their effectiveness in communication and develop in them a sense of creativity and commitment through a balanced education programme which covers ethical, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic development.
sponsoring_bodyGovernment
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1891
religionNot Applicable
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poa_school_net12
imcNot Applicable
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members100%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcLEUNG Wing Shan, Magnolia
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMs.
name_of_school_headLeung Cee Cee Cissie
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size6200
nominated_sec_schoolSir Ellis Kadoorie Secondary School (West Kowloon)
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$65"
fac_no_of_classroom23
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground2
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsMusic Rooms, Visual Arts Room, English Room, Chinese Room, 2 Computer Rooms, Campus TV Room, Student Activity Centre and STEAM Room.
fac_support_for_specialeduRamp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts34
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers38
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above26
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training82
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_40
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_918
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above82
previous_year_no_of_class_p14
previous_year_no_of_class_p22
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_p24
current_year_no_of_class_p32
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_teachingEnglish is used as the medium of instruction (except Chinese subject and Putonghua). Small class teaching is adopted in Chinese lessons. Students are allocated into the groups of Local Chinese Curriculum or School-based Chinese Curriculum according to their Chinese ability.
cs_remarksPost-lesson groups are arranged to provide extra support for non-Chinese pupils in learning Chinese. After-school Homework Tuition services are arranged for different levels to provide guidance to pupils with their homework by tutors.
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P11
replace_test_exam_P1Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P60
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_assessmentDifferent modes of assessment is implemented in the core subjects. Quizzes are held regularly for teachers and students' evaluation of teaching and learning progress. Cross-subject project learning is conducted. E-learning and e-assessments are implemented to enhance learning efficiency and provide simultaneous response on self-assessment.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementP.1-P.4 are mixed ability classes. Students are evenly distributed among the classes of the same level. For P.5 and P.6, streaming policy is implemented according to pupils' overall scores in examinations.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day9
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at8:25
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:15
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:35
lunch_end_time1:30
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier, arranged by parents and students bring their own lunch.
healthy_school_lifeUnder the theme 'Healthy School', 'Joyful Fruit Month' and 'Learning Fun' programmes are implemented to educate pupils' healthy eating habit and exercise in a regular manner.
school_life_remarksThe school assigns the last lesson every Tuesday and Thursday as Homework Period in order to help pupils finish their homework under teacher's guidance. Students are able to access to English and Chinese reading materials in the classrooms. Joyful Reading is implemented in library lessons.
life_wide_learningTo help pupils to have all round development, extra-curricular activities and post-lessons activities are arranged. Extra-curricular activities are organized every Wednesday and post-lesson activities are organized from Monday to Friday. Activities include string groups, percussion band, choir, drama, Chinese dance, Lion-dance. K-pop, rope-skipping, uniform groups, sports teams, LEGO class and STEAM. Students are provided with various chances to enter intra-school performance and inter-school competitions.
school_management_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
school_organisationThe school implements school-based management. It is headed by the School Management Committee. The organization of the school consists of the Headmistress, Deputy Headmistress and Senior Teachers.
imc_smc_mcThe School Management Committee is chaired by Principal Assistant Secretary of the Education Bureau and composed of nine members including the Headmistress, 2 independent members, 2 parent representatives, 2 alumni representatives and 2 teacher representatives.
school_green_policyEnvironmental protection is taught through theme-based talks. Environmental Protection Ambassadors assist teachers in conducting environmental protection activities.
school_major_concerns_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
school_major_concernsTo help students to become dynamic and multi-talented individuals:
(1) To nurture our students into invigorating and revitalizing individuals.
(2) To enable students to possess essential skills for the 21st Century.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
learning_and_teaching_strategiesSchool-based curriculum is arranged for core subjects according to students' need and ability. E-learning and inquiry-based learning are adopted to enhance learning efficiency. Homework policy and Assessment policy are adopted. NET has co-teaching with English teachers in lower primary level. Student ambassadors including Chinese, English, Putonghua and National Security Education are trained to help with language activities such as English and Chinese Reading Recovery Programmes, Chinese Day and Putonghua Day and sharing with schoolmates during morning assembly. Students are encouraged to take part in inter-school competitions.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumExhibition and activities about life-planning education and national and national security education are arranged. Flag raising ceremony is held weekly. Chinese Cultural Day is organized annually to deepen students' understanding of Chinese culture and cultivate national identity. To promote students' self-learning skills and reading, our school has subscribed several reading platforms including Rainbow One, Raz-kids reading platform and HKEdCity and Highlight Library Platform. Educational visits and cross-subjects project learning week are arranged for students of different levels. To nurture positive values and optimistic attitude towards life, a series of activities for students are organized through MCE lessons and whole-school events. To nurture creativity in students and enhance their problem-solving ability, students who have the potential in Science or STEAM related areas are selected to STEAM elite group. Inter-school activities or competitions are arranged for students.
dev_of_generic_skillsPupils acquire different generic skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, creativity and application of IT Skills through participating in cross-curricular project learning. Pupils learn how to handle and use data and apply generic skills.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursThrough Moral and Civic Education lessons, workshops, and educational talks, students learn to foster acts with good manners with the aim to be able to collaborate with each other. Through different subject activities, students develop creativity and practice creativity thinking. Students also learn the skills and develop their confidence to communicate with others. Students are also taught to build a connection to the community and globally.
An award scheme which integrates with the whole-school chop award scheme is launched to inculcate the core values. Theme-based activities are organized to consolidate students' positive values and attitudes including resilience, optimism, gratefulness, sense of belonging towards their families and schools, communication skills.
student_support_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityGraded worksheets of Chinese, English, Maths and General Studies are developed to cater for students' learning diversity. After-school English and Maths tuition are arranged aiming at helping pupils to improve their academic performance. Chinese tuition programmes are provided to help NCS pupils to learn Chinese. Summer bridging programmes are arranged for P.1-P.4 pupils in learning Chinese.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationWhole school approach is adopted to support pupils with special educational needs with the establishment of Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and support teachers (SENST). School employs specialists in speech therapy and social skills training to provide support services to students in need. Teaching assistants are employed to provide extra support for SEN students. School-based educational psychologist visits regularly to provide expertise to teachers, students and parents concerned and design Individual Education Plan for students who need additional support.
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; and hiring additional manpower and/or translation/interpretation services to facilitate the communication with parents of NCS students.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationAccording to 'Chinese Language Curriculum Second Language Learning Framework', teachers tailor-make Chinese teaching and learning materials to suit students' needs and abilities. Students are taught in small classes in Chinese lessons which adopt 'Local Chinese Curriculum' and 'School-based Chinese Curriculum' respectively. P.1 Transition Programme is arranged in September.
home-school_co-operation_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
home-school_co-operationPTA organises Annual General Meeting and PTA Day Tour for all parents. Parent talks and workshops are arranged for parents to enhance their parenting skills and the well-being of parents themselves. Parent-child workshops are arranged for building a stronger bonding through interactive activities. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in serving the school.
school_ethosFor pupils' whole person development, a school-based Whole School Approach Award Scheme – "Good Kadoorian Scheme" is implemented to help students build up positive attitudes and values and to maintain a harmonious school culture.
future_dev_urlwww.sekps.edu.hk
school_dev_planThe aim of School development Cycle (2024-2027) is to help students to become dynamic and multi-talented individuals:
(1) To nurture our students into invigorating and revitalizing individuals.
(2) To enable students to possess essential skills for the 21st Century.
teacher_pro_training_and_devTeacher Professional Development Program will be delivered through trainings, sharing and Staff Development Days. Teachers are encouraged to attend workshops, seminars and courses for professional development. Professional support was sought from external institutions including the University of Hong Kong and the Education Bureau. Collaborative lesson plannings are conducted regularly. Lesson observations among peers are arranged to share good teaching practices.
school_character_othersOur school provides chances for students to join in inter-school competitions, namely Hong Kong Schools Speech and Music Festival, Hong Kong School Drama Festival, Maths and STEM competitions, sports competitions, inter-school competitions on English and Visual Arts. Outstanding students are nominated in scholarship including Harmony Scholarship and Wan Chai District Outstanding Students Award.