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school_name	Price Memorial Catholic Primary School
district	Wong Tai Sin
school_address	Tin Ma Court, 53 Chuk Yuen Road, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon
school_type_1	Aided
school_type_2	Whole Day
medium_of_instruction	Chinese
school_tel	23288033
school_fax	23202604
school_email	info@pmcps.edu.hk
school_website	http://www.pmcps.edu.hk
school_motto	Being able to manifest one's highest morality
school_mission	Following the vision and mission of the Hong Kong Catholic Diocese and the spirit of Christ, our school aims to provide a holistic education for students with love, helping them to develop their potential so that they can distinguish right from wrong, and grow up to become polite, modest, intelligent, inquisitive, positive, confident and responsible citizens.
sponsoring_body	Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong
student_gender	Co-ed
commencement_of_operation_year	1963
religion	Catholicism

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poa_school_net	/
imc	Established
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members	100%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mc	Li Quing Fai
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mc	Mr.
name_of_school_head	Ho Miu Yin Maureen
title_of_school_head	Ms.
school_size	3000
nanny_van	Yes
parent_teacher_association	Yes
school_alumni_association	Yes
asc_pta_fee	"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items	"$300"
fac_no_of_classroom	24
fac_no_of_school_hall	1
fac_no_of_playground	2
fac_no_of_library	1
fac_special_rooms	13 (Campus TV, 2 computer rooms, English room, Science and technology room, Music room, Art room, Dancing room, Prayer room, Conference room, a library, Speech Therapist's room and Multipurpose room)
fac_others	PTA Resource Room.
fac_support_for_specialedu	Ramp and Accessible lift.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts	25
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers	32
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training	100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor	96
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above	34
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training	78
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4	24
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9	17
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above	59
previous_year_no_of_class_p1	1
previous_year_no_of_class_p2	1
previous_year_no_of_class_p3	1
previous_year_no_of_class_p4	2
previous_year_no_of_class_p5	3
previous_year_no_of_class_p6	3
previous_year_no_of_class_total	11
current_year_no_of_class_p1	0
current_year_no_of_class_p2	1
current_year_no_of_class_p3	1
current_year_no_of_class_p4	1
current_year_no_of_class_p5	2
current_year_no_of_class_p6	3
current_year_no_of_class_total	8
cs_mode_of_teaching	The school employs brain-based teaching methods and e-learning to train students in critical thinking and self-learning abilities. We offer Multidisciplinary lessons that allow student to integrate and apply the skills they have learnt across subjects. In addition, opportunities are provided for students to engage in hands-on activities outside the classroom, enriching their learning experience.
cs_remarks	1. The school prioritizes English teaching with “The Space Town Literacy Programme”, integrating English into daily life. The Buddy Reading program and English week foster an English-learning environment. 2. The school implemented "Learning By Doing" to enhance students’ collaboration and communication skill.
no_of_test_per_year_P1	2
no_of_exam_per_year_P1	2
replace_test_exam_P1	No
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P6	2
no_of_exam_P2-P6	2
formulate_appropriate_school_based_assessment_assignment_policy_inform_parents_collect_views_from_teachers_students_parents_regularly	Yes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_web	Yes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_web	Yes
diversified_assessment	Assessment includes formative and summative assessments based on student learning performance, along with practical assessments, learning portfolios, oral presentations, student self-assessment, and peer assessment. In addition, teacher observations and parental feedback are considered.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidays	Yes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoon	Yes
streaming_arrangement	Students are grouped into classes based on their learning abilities across all grades. For English and Chinese classes in P.5 and P. 6, the entire grade is divided into smaller groups based on their abilities.
no_of_school_days_per_week	5
no_of_periods_per_day	9
duration_of_each_period	35
school_starts_at	8:15
school_starts_at_AMPM	AM
school_ends_at	3:25
school_ends_at_AMPM	PM
lunch_start_time	1:05
lunch_end_time	1:55
lunch_arrangement	Provided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_life	Morning exercise, sex education, environmental protection education, Eat Smart, SportACT Award Scheme, Easy Sport Programme, theme-based growth lessons, birthday parties and Life education activities.
school_life_remarks	The school provides arts education and life education to promote the mental and spiritual well-being of students.
life_wide_learning	English Drama, Chinese Dance, Comic Drawing, Creative Drama, Chinese Instruments, Chinese Drum, Shaolin Boxing, Little Christ Ambassadors, Boy Scouts, Brownies, Football, Basketball, Table Tennis, Badminton, English Activities, STEAM, Athletics, Chinese and English Speech, Choir, Freestyle Skipping, Percussion, Gardening Ambassadors, Mathematical Olympiad, Joyful Reading, Flameless Cooking, Balloon Twisting etc.
school_management_url	http://pmcps.edu.hk/textversion/management.htm
school_organisation	The Incorporated Management Committee leads the School. The Headmistress manages the School with the assistance of her deputy and senior teachers. The Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong Catholic Education Office supervises the school management.
imc_smc_mc	The members of the Incorporated Management Committee include school managers appointed by the sponsoring body, lay members, teachers, parents, and alumni, who jointly formulate important school policies and conduct regular reviews.
school_green_policy	The school promotes a sense of environmental conservation among students through activities such as turning off lights during lunch, Earth Hour, recycling waste, green education (such as “One Person, One Flower” scheme, environmental ambassadors, class-based farming activity), Coral Rescue Team, Young Farmers Project, and campus cleaning day, etc.
school_major_concerns	1. To follow Christ, facilitate diverse learning experiences and nurture positive PMCPS individuals. 2. To motivate students to learn and inspire their potential through catering for learner diversity by using multiple strategies.
learning_and_teaching_plan_url	https://www.pmcps.edu.hk
learning_and_teaching_strategies	The school has implemented brain-based teaching methods, complemented by e-learning, to train students in higher-order thinking and self-learning abilities. We have also introduced contextual teaching, service learning, activities to understand Chinese culture, interdisciplinary thematic teaching, project-based learning, life education camps, overseas field trips, STEM Day experiential courses, career planning programs, LBD curriculum, as well as moral, civic, and national education courses to enrich students’ learning experiences.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum	In alignment with the new primary school curriculum guidelines, the school emphasizes national identity, cultivates correct values, and establishes a “School-based Religious and Values Framework” for school-wide development through a participatory approach. We prioritize learning from reading, incorporating cross-curricular reading and e-reading to enhance students’ reading abilities and interests. We also emphasize personal information literacy to prepare students as future citizens. Diverse assessments are introduced to reduce the frequency of General Studies assessments in junior grades, making learning more practical.
dev_of_generic_skills	The development of students' generic skills is the core of the teaching and learning of the school. The focus of this year is to foster critical thinking skills.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours	Values education is incorporated across all subjects so that students can overcome environmental constraints and face challenges with bravery while maintaining a joyful and grateful attitude. In addition, through a school-based rewards program, students are encouraged to pursue holistic development and live fulfilling lives.
student_support_url	http://pmcps.edu.hk/textversion/management.htm
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity	Primary One Bridging course, Primary Six Bridging course, service from School-based Educational Psychologist and School-based Speech Therapist and small group teaching. The school organizes streamed classes in P.5 and P.6 based on different abilities, particularly in Chinese and English subjects. There are also remedial classes for P.4 students to support students with diverse learning needs.
whole_school_approach_integrated_education	We adopt a Whole-School Approach to support student diversity. Apart from having streamed classes in P.5 & P.6, there is also small group teaching in Chinese, English and Mathematics. There are remedial and enrichment classes from P.3 to P.4. Teachers make adaptations in the curriculum, assessments, dictation and homework to accommodate the learning characteristics and abilities of students.
support_for_non_chinese_students	Our school provides additional support for NCS students to facilitate their learning of Chinese: providing after-school support programmes in learning 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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school. Appointing additional teachers/ teaching assistants to support NCS students’ learning of Chinese and translation. Also, school notices are translated into English so that non-Chinese speaking parents can get a better understanding of the school's situation.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation	Different levels of curriculum adaptation are made in every subject to suit students' abilities and teaching objectives. Homework guidance and special arrangements in assessment are provided to cater for children's special needs.
home-school_co-operation_url	http://pmcps.edu.hk/textversion/management.htm
home-school_co-operation	The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) organizes a variety of activities, including Parent's Day, Parent Academy, Parent Workshops, Parent-Child Competitions, Parent-Child Trips, Parent-Child Workshops, Parent Volunteer Groups, and the eClass Parents App, to promote collaboration between home and school.
school_ethos	The school has a pure and fine spirit, with students showing respect and courtesy towards teachers and harmonious teacher-student relationships. Through integrated discipline and counseling, we have successfully fostered a culture of care, placing a strong emphasis on class management. We provide comprehensive counseling services to cultivate correct values and discipline among students. The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) organizes diverse activities to promote home-school cooperation. In addition, we have established an alumni association to strengthen students' sense of belonging to the school.
future_dev_url	http://pmcps.edu.hk/textversion/management.htm
school_dev_plan	The school focuses on learning through reading, integrating reading programmes into all subjects. It also emphasizes e-learning to keep pace with technological advancements. Furthermore, the school prioritizes character development and positive thinking to instill proper values and ethics in children. In addition, through promoting STREAM education, the school enhances students' abilities to integrate and apply knowledge and skills.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev	The school provides more training for teachers in positive education, values education, and teaching of reading, and enhances teachers' use of technology in teaching.
school_character_others	Rev. Bro. Paul Sun Education Foundation, Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival, Hong Kong Schools Music Festival, Hong Kong Schools Drama Festival, Hong Kong Schools Dance Festival, Sister School Exchange Scheme, Cambridge English: Young Learners Exam, etc.

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