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school_nameSt. Joan of Arc Secondary School
districtEastern
school_address55 Braemar Hill Road, North Point, Hong Kong
school_typeAided
student_genderCo-ed
school_tel25785984
school_fax25785725
school_emailinfo@sja.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.sja.edu.hk
school_missionUpholding the five core Catholic Education values, namely Justice, Truth, Love, Family and Life, the school is devoted to promoting whole-personal development, nurturing students in a caring environment, and providing students with balanced learning opportunities in the six aspects of development, i.e. moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and spiritual.
school_mottoCivic Responsibility
commencement_of_operation_year1955
religionCatholicism
sponsoring_bodyCatholic Diocese of Hong Kong
imcEstablished
language_policy1. Biliteracy and trilingualism: Chinese is adopted as the MOI in most of the Junior Secondary subjects. English is adopted as the MOI in S.1-3 Mathematics, Science and Geography by group. Putonghua is one of the compulsive subjects in S1 to S3. Bilingual medium of instruction is adopted in Senior Secondary Mathematics, CSD and some of the elective subjects.
2. Students' learning diversity is catered for in English learning. After-school English enhancement course is offered to those students who are less abled in learning English.3. Rich English learning environment: There is an English corner in each classroom. Varied English activities are organized by the NET teacher and English ambassadors during lunch time.
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name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcChuen Kwok Wai, Santiago
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMr.
name_of_principalYuen Cheung Oi
title_of_principalMr.
principal_qualifications_experiences(B. Ed., M. Ed.)
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chair_members100
school_size4000
parent_teacher_associationYes
student_union_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts45
tsi_total_no_of_teachers52
tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training77
tsi_percent_of_bachelor100
tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above52
tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training73
tsi_percent_of_exp_0_435
tsi_percent_of_exp_5_911
tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above54
2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3Chinese Language, Chinese History, History, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Geography*, Putonghua, Computer Literacy, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music, Ethics and Religious Education, Life-wide learning
2025_2026_subject_offered_by_english_s1_to_s31. English Language
2. For NCS students only: Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Computer Literacy, Physical Education, Music, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Life-wide learning
2025_2026_subject_offered_others_s1_to_s3Mathematics, Science
2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s61. Core subjects: Chinese Language, Ethics and Religious Education, Physical Education
2. Elective subjects: Chinese History, Ethics and Religious Studies (DSE), S.4-S.6 Physical Education (DSE)
2025_2026_subject_offered_by_english_s4_to_s6Core subject: English Language
Elective subjects: Visual Arts
2025_2026_subject_offered_others_s4_to_s61. Core subjects: Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development
2. Elective subjects: Mathematics Extended Part, Information and Communication Technology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, BAFS, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Economics, Geography,
3. Other Languages: Japanese
2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3Chinese Language, Chinese History, History, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Geography*, Putonghua, Computer Literacy, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music, Ethics and Religious Education, Life-wide learning
2026_2027_subject_offered_by_english_s1_to_s31. English Language
2. For NCS students only: Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Computer Literacy, Physical Education, Music, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Life-wide learning
2026_2027_subject_offered_others_s1_to_s3Mathematics, Science
2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s61. Core subjects: Chinese Language, Ethics and Religious Education, P.E.
2. Elective subjects: Chinese History, Ethics and Religious Studies (DSE), P.E. (DSE), Physics
2026_2027_subject_offered_by_english_s4_to_s61. Core subject: English Language
2. Elective subjects: Economics, Geography, Visual Arts
2026_2027_subject_offered_others_s4_to_s61. Core subjects: Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development
2. Elective subjects: Mathematics Extended Part, Information and Communication Technology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, BAFS, Tourism and Hospitality Studies
current_year_no_of_class_s13
current_year_no_of_class_s23
current_year_no_of_class_s33
current_year_no_of_class_s43
current_year_no_of_class_s53
current_year_no_of_class_s63
sc_tong_fai_s4"$340"
sc_tong_fai_s5"$340"
sc_tong_fai_s6"$340"
sc_pta_fee"$100"
sc_student_union_association_fee"$20"
sc_charges_for_non_standard_itemsS.1 to S.5: $340
S.6: $255
sc_remarksFor more information on scholarships, awards acquired in public and inter-school competitions, as well as exchange programmes, please feel free to visit our school’s website.
oa_s1_admissionOur school will accept discretionary places. Our school will participate in the Secondary School Places Allocation System through central allocation stage (Applicable for admission to S.1 in September 2026 ).Interview Content:
Chinese and English proficiency, learning attitude, current affairs analysis, extracurricular activities, etc.
Selection Criteria:
Academic Performance 40% Conduct 20% Extra-Curricular Activities and Awards 10% Performance in the interview (communication skills in English & Chinese, Logical Thinking & Comprehension Ability, Attitude) 30%
oa_orientation_activities_n_healthy_lifeVarious kinds of orientation activities for new students and their parents are organized in July and August. Orientation week, bridging courses and interest class are arranged.
Healthy diet and regular exercise lead to the development of one’s healthy lifestyle. Nutritious meals are provided by our lunch supplier for all students. S.1 to S.3 students have lunch inside school. Physical Education develops students’ physical competence. An active and healthy life-style is promoted. In order to develop disciplined behavior, there are uniform groups for students to choose from. The school is dedicated to helping students establish healthy lifestyles, actively participate in physical and artistic activities, and appreciate sports and the arts. Through various student development and class management activities, the school promotes students' mental health and fosters a positive and proactive attitude.
school_management_urlhttp://sja.edu.hk/school_profile_08.htm
school_major_concerns_urlhttp://www.sja.edu.hk
school_major_concernsAdapting to curriculum trends, providing students with diverse opportunities to enrich their learning experiences.
Strengthening national identity, fostering a healthy lifestyle and cultivating virtuous and talented students.
school_organisationThe school operates under school-based management led by the Incorporated Management Committee, which sets the overall development direction and policies for the school while overseeing its operations. The management framework is clear, with three main areas: academics, student development, and school administration, each supported by dedicated committees. The Principal, along with the heads of these committees and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator, forms the School Executive Council, which holds regular meetings to lead various functional groups in effectively implementing school operations.
imc_smc_mcThe Incorporated Management Committee is composed of representatives of the school sponsoring body, the supervisor, the principal, the representatives of teachers, parents and alumni. School policies and plans are drawn up and periodically evaluated.
school_green_policyThe Environmental Protection unit and Environmental Protection Society organizes various activities to raise awareness of environmental protection among students. The students will participate in the scheme of eco ambassador and programmes related to waste recycling and Solar photovoltaic system.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.sja.edu.hk/content.php?id=201
learning_and_teaching_strategies1. Clear teaching objective: Diversified teaching strategies and teaching materials accommodating students' learning diversities are adopted. Establish effective learning routine: Learning and studying skills are taught.
2. Catering for Learner Differences: Enrichment classes catering for students' differences are arranged.
3. Diversified academic award schemes: Diversified academic award schemes are held so as to encourage students to develop sustainable learning habit.
4. Enrich students' learning experiences: Students are encouraged to join various kinds of academic activities and competitions.
5. Diversified life-wide learning activities are organized so as to broaden the horizons of students.
6. Diversified teaching strategies are adopted to enhance learning and teaching effectiveness.
7. Small class teaching is employed at all levels, allowing for group-based instruction tailored to students' individual learning needs.
school_based_curriculum1. Electives: 2X and 3X.
(1) 13 elective subjects including arts, science and business streams are offered.
(2) DSE VA, Other Language Subjects and Applied Learning are arranged.
2. Curriculum highlights:
(1) We focus on strengthening core subjects and also make good use of e-learning platform so as to enhance students' self-directed learning ability.
(2) In Junior Secondary, we are developing STEAM education to tailor-make a school based curriculum and encourage creativity.
(3) Both Chinese and English Reading are included in Junior Secondary curriculum.
(4) Putonghua lessons are offered to Junior Secondary. Students' bilingual and trilingual abilities are enhanced.
(5) The grouping of core subjects is arranged based on students' ability.
(6) There are various kind of elective learning groups for the students to choose so as to cater for their needs.
(7) School based Chinese Language curriculum adaptation is designed for NCS students.
(8) Life-wide learning programs are arranged for students' all rounded development.
major_renewed_emphases_in_the_school_curriculumThe school keeps abreast of the development of the Four Key Tasks suggested by the Education Bureau.
1. Through the e-Learning and BYOD policy, students' learning motivation, teacher-student interaction and thus learning and teaching effectiveness are enhanced.
2. The school adopts whole-school approach when implementing value education. Religious Education is offered to all levels, Life Education and Other Learning Experiences are offered to Junior Secondary and Senior Secondary respectively, complemented by diverse activities to promote moral and spiritual education. Additionally, Catholic education core values are gradually integrated into the formal curriculum.
3. "Extensive Reading Award Scheme" are launched. Reading E-books is also encouraged. Students learn and excel in the process of reading and develop a life-long reading habit.
4. School-based life-wide learning program and subject-based life-wide learning activities are organized. Study tours outside Hong Kong are also encouraged.
life_planning_educationIt is hoped that through proper guidance and life-wide learning activities, students will be able to make well thought-out decisions about their future. Systematic and tailor-made activities are held.
student_support_urlhttp://www.sja.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversityPeer Counseling Scheme are held. Leadership training camp for S.2 students is organized. Various activities are organized for NCS and NAC students. In addition, we have established an SEN Team which consists of two social workers, an education psychologist and teaching assistants.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationA student support team is established, including an Educational Psychologist, social workers, SENCO, guidance teachers and teaching assistants, to support the students with special educational needs. Our teachers develop their professional skills by enrolling in professional development courses of inclusive education. The learning support grant, the Grant for Supporting Non-Chinese Speaking Students with Special Educational Needs and other resources are used flexibly, so as to provide diversified support for the local and NCS students with special educational needs. Speech therapy and occupational therapy services, Arts therapy, pet therapy, after-school tutorial classes, lunch time board games, career life planning and after-school interest group, Positive Life Camping and integration programs are provided. To cater for learners' diversity and enhance learning effectiveness, specific measures such as teaching adaptation and assessment accommodation are implemented. We work closely with the EDB and educational psychologist. Regular case conferences and student assessments are held. Parents are also involved, so that individual educational plans can be tailor-made. The plans will be evaluated regularly so that parents can support their children.
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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school. Students are trained to sit for GCSE & IGCSE Chinese subjects, with outstanding results.
adaptation_for_learning_and_assessmentThere are three examinations in each academic year. With reference to the progress of teaching, continuous assessment is implemented. Various learning groups are organized by ability level, allowing for curriculum and assignment adjustments that cater to students' learning needs. Additionally, there are enrichment classes for core subjects after-school. For non-Chinese speaking students, a project-based learning model is used in the junior secondary Chinese History course as an alternative to written examinations.
home_school_co_operation_urlhttp://www.sja.edu.hk/pta/
home_school_co_operationThe Parent-Teacher Association was founded in 1970. Parent representatives are invited to be the members of the Incorporated Management Committee, playing an active role in the decision making for the school major policies. A variety of activities, including talks, workshops, a picnic, volunteer work and the publishing of bulletins, are organized. Parents' contribution in the school activities foster the partnership between both parties for the betterment of students' well-round development.
school_ethosA loving and caring school culture is promoted. Students are encouraged to explore their talents and potential through extra-curricular activities, voluntary work and social services. Positive behaviour is encouraged by various kinds of reward schemes. The virtues of faith, hope, charity, justice, wisdom and courage are cultivated. The school culture is established. In addition, our school adheres to the core values of Catholic Education.
future_development_urlhttp://www.sja.edu.hk/document/2012-11-21SchoolDevePlan_12_15.pdf
school_dev_plan1. Comprehensively review and refine the curriculum planning to ensure students receive a broad and balanced learning experience. Equip students with knowledge, skills and attitudes to become active learners.
2. Embrace a "student-led" approach to nurture students' creativity, problem-solving skills and information literacy, and continue to develop STEAM education.
3. Deepen students' understanding of our nation and national security, and enhance their sense of national identity.
4. Address student's physical, social and emotional well-being during their growth, create opportunities and provide support to help them establish and practice a healthy lifestyle.
teacher_pro_training_and_devTeachers' professional development includes:
1. Development programmes in Key Learning Areas;
2. Workshops on teaching skills;
3. Workshops on enhancing students' learning effectiveness;
4. Workshops on strengthening students’ national and global identity.
life_wide_learningThere are 13 co-curricular clubs, covering academics, interests, sports, service, and uniformed groups. The school has three houses, enabling students to organize and participate in inter-house activities and competitions. With various academic and non-academic school teams, students are encouraged to participate in different internal and external competitions. Junior secondary students have access to a school-based Life-wide learning program and life-wide learning activities are organized across all levels, enriching their diverse learning experiences.
Each year, the school hosts an Outdoor Activity Day, inter-house music and sports competitions, talent shows, volunteer service activities, leadership training courses, charity casual wear days, athletic meets, cross-country runs, and participates in various academic competitions. Events such as Academic Week, and Religious Week are organized, while "Other Learning Experiences" encompass five major areas outlined by the Education Bureau are provided. The school also offers a variety of interest classes, inter-class competitions, skills certificate courses, and career planning activities.
fac_no_of_classroom28
fac_school_facilitiesThere are 28 air-conditioned classrooms and 26 special rooms (include RS room, English room, Chinese Culture room, STEAM centre, E-learning centre, MMLC, multi-purpose room, music room, visual art room and lecture theatre. There are also a chapel, school hall, library, gym room, Archery Range, playground, basketball court, and counselling room in our school.
fac_facility_for_special_educational_needsRamp, Accessible lift, Accessible toilet and braille and tactile floor plan.
othersOur school provides a rich and diverse learning environment with students from over ten different nationalities. We emphasize biliteracy and trilingualism, offering a rich language environment that helps students become an informed and responsible citizen with a sense of national and global identity, appreciation of proper values and attitudes as well as Chinese culture, and respect for pluralism in society.
direct_public_transportation_to_schoolBus: 23B, 25, 25A, 27, 41A, 85, 85P, 85A, 108;
Minibus: 25, 49M;
School coach.
other_districtsCentral & Western, Wan Chai, Islands