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St. Patrick's Catholic Primary School (Po Kong Village Road)

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school_nameSt. Patrick's Catholic Primary School (Po Kong Village Road)
districtWong Tai Sin
school_address178 Po Kong Village Road, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese(incl.: Putonghua) and English
school_tel22460783
school_fax22460780
school_emailspcps001@spcpspkv.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk
school_mottoLove God, Love One Another
school_missionWe aim at embracing the five core values upheld by the Diocese of Hong Kong - truth, justice, love, life and family. We educate our students by promoting the love of Christ and the spirit of service. Christ is the foundation of our educational enterprise, which means delivering a Christian holistic curriculum centered on spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic formation. At St. Patrick's Catholic Primary School, we emphasize the development of a quality livelihood along with the development of a quality spiritual life with our Patron Saint Patrick as our model.
sponsoring_bodyThe Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1965
religionCatholicism
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poa_school_net45
imcEstablished
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members87%
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcNgai Tak Man Elton
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcFather
name_of_school_headChan Lai Chu
title_of_school_headDr.
school_size10000
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"$310 (For Air conditioning bill, purchasing learning aids and other facilities)"
fac_no_of_classroom30
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground2
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsLanguage Room, STEAM Base, Student Guidance Room, Music Room, Visual Art Room, Computer Room, Language Lab, Small Group Study Room, Multi-purpose Room and Chapel.
fac_othersSchool village shared facilities, “Chill” Zone(gaming area), Tuck Shop, Outdoor Performance Space, Greenland and Car Park, etc.
fac_support_for_specialeduAccessible lift, Accessible toilet, Tactile guide path and Accessible public information / service counter.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts56
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers59
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above45
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training65
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_40
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_93
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above97
previous_year_no_of_class_p15
previous_year_no_of_class_p25
previous_year_no_of_class_p35
previous_year_no_of_class_p45
previous_year_no_of_class_p55
previous_year_no_of_class_p65
previous_year_no_of_class_total30
current_year_no_of_class_p15
current_year_no_of_class_p25
current_year_no_of_class_p35
current_year_no_of_class_p45
current_year_no_of_class_p55
current_year_no_of_class_p65
current_year_no_of_class_total30
cs_mode_of_teachingSmall-class teaching is implemented in all classes which facilitates interaction between teachers and students. Morning remedial classes, 4 small study groups, consolidation classes and after-school elite classes are arranged to cater for different learning needs. There are P.1 and P.2 word-recognition classes to enhance students' ability to read words.
cs_remarksA school-based English reading programme is implemented, which aims at enhancing students' competence in using English. We have already used Putonghua as our medium of instruction in teaching Chinese for twenty three years.
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_regularlyYes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_webYes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_webYes
diversified_assessmentThere are three examinations (two examinations in P.1) in each academic year. Formative assessment methods including students' self-assessment, peer assessment or parent evaluation will be adopted when necessary. Other student performance data such as Project Learning, social service and extra-curricular activities are also used as reference.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementStudents are evenly distributed according to the academic results. Elite and enhancement classes are arranged to facilitate effective teaching of Chinese, English and Mathematics.
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_at3:25
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time1:10
lunch_end_time2:05
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_lifeHealthy school policy has been set up. Students are required to do eye and physical exercise. We have also participated in SportACT Award Scheme, Eat Smart School Accreditation Scheme and New Frontiers Project to promote healthy living among teachers and students.
school_life_remarksOur school provides Morning Assembly, Class Teacher Period, Tutorial Period and Multi-intelligent Activities Period. Tutorial classes, uniform groups, and extra-curricular activities are provided after school or on Saturdays to facilitate the whole-person development of students. School finishes at 2:25p.m. on Wednesday to spare time for teachers to carry out co-planning meetings.
life_wide_learningThere are more than 70 types of activities, e.g. Ball games, swimming, athletics, Taekwondo, Little Scientists, Lego Robot Class, 3D Printing Class, Public Speaking Team, English musical team, Putonghua drama team, verse speaking, handbell, percussion, violin, flute, Chinese dance, Western folk dances, Jazz dance, rope skipping, lion dance, Go Organic Cultivation, English learning courses, Young Pioneers of Christ, CYC, Scouts & Brownies, Road Safety Patrol, Red Cross and Environmental Ambassadors, etc.
school_management_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/content/content
school_organisationUnder the leadership of the Incorporated Management Committee, the Principal, Administrative Team and Subject Panels take a leading role in providing quality education.
imc_smc_mcThe Incorporated Management Committee includes representatives from parish minister, experienced principal, professionals, independent, teachers, parents and alumni.
school_green_policyWe promote a low-carbon lifestyle by using eco-friendly eating utensils during lunchtime and participating in CLP's Green Excellent Campus Certification Programme. We also participate in different campaigns to encourage our students to actively participate in environmental protection. Environmental Protection Ambassadors on our Green Lands use different plant types to beautify the school environment.
school_major_concerns_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/content/%E8%A8%88%E5%8A%83%E5%8F%8A%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A
school_major_concernsNurture students' the correct values and attitudes.
Develop students' different potentials and build their confidence.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/content/%E5%AD%B8%E8%88%87%E6%95%99
learning_and_teaching_strategiesLearning activities are diverse, including joint lessons, educational visits and seminars. Life-wide learning activities are arranged, such as Flag Ceremony, enrich-language environment activities and visiting to schools in Mainland. Apart from that, our school also focuses on developing four school-based curriculum:
1. School-based English reading programme;
2. Using Putonghua to teach Chinese Language;
3. Art curriculum integrates with Music, Visual Art, drama education as well as performance and media art;
4. Life Education to help students search for their own purpose in life and foster positive life attitudes.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum1. For more than 20 years, we have been committed to building a school-based curriculum on Life Education, aiming at fostering students’ positive values and attitudes.
2. STEAM learning is constructed at all levels and with the good use of STEAM bases and extracurricular activities, we aim at improving students' innovation, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
3. With the flexibility in timetable setting, life-wide learning is implemented in the school curriculum to help students achieve whole-person development.
dev_of_generic_skillsStudents' generic skills are spirally developed through school-based curriculum planning, tailor-made classroom activities and project learning.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursThe school promotes the five core values of Catholic education and the spirits of St. Patrick: to brace up in adversity, to be dedicated, to return good for evil and to be persistent in truth. Through different learning experience, we hope our students can live out the school motto: Love God, Love Others.
student_support_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/content/%E6%A0%A1%E9%A2%A8%E8%88%87%E5%AD%B8%E7%94%9F%E6%94%AF%E6%8F%B4
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityStudents are provided with appropriate support by arranging three classes for gifted children and for remedial classes. Different learning experiences are organised for pre-primary and Primary Six students to help them adapting the new learning environment.
whole_school_approach_integrated_education1. Adapting the curriculum and arranging different modes of assignments to cater for SEN students;
2. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and appropriate trainings are provided;
3. The School-based Educational Psychology Service, Enhanced School-based Speech Therapy Service and Occupational Therapy Service are provided;
4. Hiring external service to support students with special educational needs;
5. Peer Support Scheme is set up to help students with different needs.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationCurriculum Tailoring and Adaptation: Our school has different programmes to cater for students' individual learning needs.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/content/%E5%AE%B6%E9%95%B7%E6%95%99%E5%B8%AB%E6%9C%83
home-school_co-operationParent and Teacher Association (PTA) is the most valuable partner of our school. We have established a strong relationship with our PTA. Educational seminars and a monthly newsletter are provided to enhance the communication between the school and parents. We also organize different interest classes and award schemes for parents to raise their sense of belonging to school.
school_ethosThe prevailing moral of our school is to love God and love One Another. We provide spiritual and moral guidance based on the spiritual foundation offered by Saint Patrick. The discipline teacher and the student guidance teacher work collaboratively in supporting students' academic, emotion and behavioral performance. We have won the Caring School Award for nineteen consecutive years.
future_dev_urlhttp://www.spcpspkv.edu.hk/
school_dev_plan1. Develop a growth mindset among students to help them become a new generation of leaders and contributors at our school.
2. Enable our students to become biliterate, trilingual and numerically literate by providing different learning experiences, language-rich environments and reading strategies;
3. Help students build their self-esteem and sense of achievement by providing multiple activities and service learning.
teacher_pro_training_and_devIn accordance with the school development and individual professional training needs, school-based and external teacher professional trainings, sharing with teachers and principals from Mainland and overseas are implemented.
school_character_others1. Engage all our Primary 1 and Primary 2 students in the Grasshopper Scouts programme, with the aim of helping them develop skills in teamwork and collaboration
2. Adaptation programme is provided for primary one students. Our school organizes a Student Leadership Programme in which a big brother or big sister is assigned to a primary one student during the first month of the school year. There are no examinations in Term One. Orientation programmes and assessment guide is provided for parents.
3. Scholarship fund is established by PTA and Alumni Association to encourage students to achieve outstanding performance in academic areas.
4. We actively participate in the Sister School Scheme.