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Buddhist Chung Wah Kornhill Primary School

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school_nameBuddhist Chung Wah Kornhill Primary School
districtEastern
school_address2 Hong Yue Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel28844115
school_fax25679897
school_emailinfo@bcwkps.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.bcwkps.edu.hk
school_mottoRealizing equilibrium,
Sensing compassion
school_missionTo nurture students' moral virtues through Buddhist Education; to promote holistic education and all rounded development of students; to establish positive attitudes in students.
sponsoring_bodyThe Hong Kong
Buddhist Association
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1945
religionBuddhism
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poa_school_net14
imcEstablished
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcSik Yin Chi
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcVen.
name_of_school_headMa Chung Tsun
title_of_school_headMr.
school_size4500
school_busYes
nanny_vanYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"$450"
fac_no_of_classroom26
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground3
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsEnglish Room, Library, Multi-intelligent Activity Centre (Bus), Kornhill Broadcasting Room, Kornhill TV Campus, Visual Arts Room, Musical Instrument Training Centre, Numeracy Lab, Meditation Room, Chinese Culture Room, IT LAB, Humanities Study Room.
fac_othersTouch screen monitors and computers have been installed in learning rooms. Wifi covers all classrooms, multi-functional rooms and the whole school.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts40
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers49
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above46
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training82
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_45
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_921
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above74
previous_year_no_of_class_p12
previous_year_no_of_class_p24
previous_year_no_of_class_p32
previous_year_no_of_class_p44
previous_year_no_of_class_p54
previous_year_no_of_class_p64
previous_year_no_of_class_total20
current_year_no_of_class_p13
current_year_no_of_class_p22
current_year_no_of_class_p34
current_year_no_of_class_p42
current_year_no_of_class_p54
current_year_no_of_class_p64
current_year_no_of_class_total19
cs_mode_of_teachingSmall-class teaching is implemented. Remedial classes of Chinese, English and Maths, elite classes and after-school homework tutorial are provided to cater for learner diversity.
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P10
replace_test_exam_P1Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P61
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_assessmentThe school adopts a diversified assessment model, incorporating formative assessments across various subjects. Through theme-based project learning, students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills are continuously enhanced. We also assess students' learning attitudes in different subjects, such as Arts, Music, Putonghua, and Religious Studies.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementAccording to students' learning needs.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day9
duration_of_each_period25
school_starts_at8:15
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:00
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:35
lunch_end_time1:35
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier or arranged by parents.
healthy_school_lifeWe have been awarded the honour of "Caring Campus" and "Harmonious Campus" for years. We encourage pupils to take part in various activities during lunch break.
school_life_remarksTo promote a reading culture among both students and teachers, DEAR TIME sessions are regularly scheduled. Personal growth lessons are held weekly to support students' emotional and social development. Additionally, enhancement training programmes for gifted students and remedial programmes for those with special educational needs are conducted before and after school.
life_wide_learning"One Student Multi Sports and Art" programme has been launched. We encourage every student to join various kinds of sports and art activities after school or on Saturdays, such as athletic team, basketball team, football team, table-tennis team, dragon dance team, lion dance team, Art classes for elite students, English drama, ocarina, Cub Scouts, school choir, philharmonic class, Jazz dance team, Latin dance team, orchestra, Zhang class etc.
school_management_urlhttp://www.bcwkps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=1100&mode=published&nocache&la
school_organisationThrough school-based management, an effective and responsible management system has been developed to ensure the quality of teaching and learning.
imc_smc_mcThe Incorporated Management Committee is established to enhance the transparency and accountability of school governance. Teachers, parents and alumni are invited to be the School Management Committee through election.
school_green_policyTo initiate a sense of nature ecology, we establish "Butterfly Garden". and join the "One person, one flower" Scheme. To enhance students' sense of environmental protection, we encourage students using less air condition and paper. We provide Floorstand Water Dispenser and set up Roof-top solar system to highlight the issue of environmental protection.
school_major_concerns1. Enrich students' learning experience and unleash their potential.
2. Deepen value education and live a healthy life.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.bcwkps.edu.hk/Subject/chi/subchinese.htm
learning_and_teaching_strategiesAn English Diagnosis Assessment is conducted for all Primary 1 students, and individual reports are created to help parents and students keep track of their performances. Upper primary students are encouraged to join gifted programmes to further develop their leadership skills. We implement the Space Town programme in Primary 1–3, and a school-based writing curriculum from Primary 3 to 6. All classes feature co-taught writing and speaking lessons delivered by both local and native English-speaking teachers. To provide students with enriched learning experiences, various activities are organized, including excursions, Talent Day, and STEAM Day. Storybooks are integrated into the Chinese curriculum at lower primary levels to enhance vocabulary development. E-learning is actively promoted in Mathematics, with a strong emphasis on developing students’ problem-solving skills and numeracy.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculumImplementation of school-based life education curriculum (Butterfly Programme, Compassion Programme, Gratitude Education) to enhance students' resilience and instill respect and appreciation for life. Organization of "Chinese Culture Day", flag-raising ceremonies, calligraphy classes, basic law quiz and exchanges with sister schools in Mainland to strengthen learning in national identity, Chinese history, culture, society, and economy. Through growth mindset courses, reinforce students' positive values and foster them to become law-abiding citizens. Integration of STEAM learning into subjects with robotics and drone courses to enhance programming education. Strengthening information literacy and multiple intelligence courses to uncover students' diverse interests and potentials.
dev_of_generic_skillsDevelop students' generic skills through cross-curriculum project learning, Reading Across Curriculum programme and high order thinking strategies.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursOur school aims to foster students' positive values and attitudes through both the formal and informal curriculum, as well as a variety of learning experiences such as personal growth lessons, the Adventure Ship programme, the Failure Experience activity and life planning education. On this foundation, we strive to develop students' ability to identify underlying values, analyse situations objectively, and make sound judgments on the various issues they may encounter at different stages of development. This, in turn, empowers them to take appropriate action and effectively navigate the challenges they may face in the future.
student_support_urlhttp://www.bcwkps.edu.hk/Schinfo/studentsupport.htm
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. We offer support teacher to co-teach and help students during lessons. Pull-out mode is also implemented for some students needed.
2. We offer various opportunities for talented children, e.g. Multi-intelligence Class for Gifted children, The Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education and individual portfolio for students.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationOur Student Support Team organises various remedial programmes to meet students' different learning needs, such as Jockey Club Keen and Active Kids Project and EDB AIM Project, Attention Group, Social Skills Groups, Dyslexia Group, Reading and writing class, Remedial class, Homework Tutorial Groups, Learning and writing training Groups. School-based speech therapist and school-based educational psychologist provides professional services.
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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school. Before-lesson Chinese Class, Reading and Writing Class, Remedial Class and after-school homework tutorial classes are provided for NCS Students.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationIndividualized Education Programme (IEP) is designed for pupils with special educational needs. Moreover, some support measures are adopted, e.g. reducing the quantity of homework, extending the examinations' time limit, adapting Dictation contents and scoring methods, adapting Dictation contents and scoring methods and other small group trainings etc.
home-school_co-operationPTA is well-organised and various activities such as parent talk, parent-child picnic, parent-child interest classes are held regularly to enhance the communication between teachers and parents. A team of parent volunteers also help in various school activities.
school_ethos1. Good school ethos and rapport teacher-student relationship.
2. Emphasizing self-discipline and caring culture. Students learn joyfully in an environment which is full of encouragement and love.
school_dev_plan1. Provide students with whole-person education.
2. Promote "One life, Various Sports and Arts".
3. Enhance teaching effectiveness by diverse strategies.
4. Foster a positive culture in school. Establish a caring, harmonious and happy learning atmosphere.
5. Reinforce the sense of National Identity.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev1. Enhance teachers' strategies and skills in developing students' self-directed learning skills.
2. Reinforce class management conducive to "Happy School" and "Positive Campus".
3. Strength the professional capabilities of G.S. teachers in Science and Technology Education.
4. Regular domestic and overseas exchange activities to expand teachers' horizons.
school_character_others"English Monday" provides students an authentic learning environment to speak and communicate in English. No homework will be assigned on "Happy Wednesdays". We encourage pupils to read more, develop their own interests and carry out more parent-child activities.
We have received a retired bus under "Used and Retired Bus Programme" organised by KMB. The bus has been regenerated as a student activities centre with diverse usage, including the English Language Room, Mobile Library and Visual Arts Exhibition Room.