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Taikoo Primary School

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school_nameTaikoo Primary School
districtEastern
school_address1100 King's Road, Hong Kong
school_type_1Aided
school_type_2Whole Day
medium_of_instructionChinese
school_tel25615555
school_fax28563550
school_emailtaikoo@tps.edu.hk
school_websitehttp://www.tps.edu.hk
school_mottoHonesty, Trust, Prudence and Modesty
school_missionTo enable students to realize their full potential and create a quality learning environment that is conducive to a balanced development in the moral, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic domains, recognizing that all students have the responsibility to contribute to the future well-being of society.
sponsoring_bodySwire Pacific Ltd
student_genderCo-ed
commencement_of_operation_year1923
religionNot Applicable
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poa_school_net14
imcEstablished
name_supervisor_chairman_of_mcChan Teing Teing Tina
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mcMs.
name_of_school_headIp Bik Kwan
title_of_school_headMs.
school_size10870
school_busYes
parent_teacher_associationYes
school_alumni_associationYes
asc_pta_fee"$30"
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items"Charges for non-standard items $400 in total per annum, to be paid in two installments."
fac_no_of_classroom30
fac_no_of_school_hall1
fac_no_of_playground2
fac_no_of_library1
fac_special_roomsDancing room, Computer room, Language room, Music room, Multi-purpose room, General Studies room, STEAM room, Visual Art room, English activity room and Small group teaching rooms.
fac_othersStudent Activity Centre, Maths & English Corner, Talent Zone, 'Too' Relaxing Zone & Thriving Garden and TPS X National Geographic - The Imagine Oceans F.l.
fac_support_for_specialeduRamp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts54
previous_year_tsi_total_no_of_teachers61
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_bacherlor100
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above44
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training77
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_415
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_931
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above54
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_teaching1. Two class teachers in P.1.
2. Adopt diversified teaching strategies and e-learning elements to enhance students' interest and confidence.
3. Collaborate with educational organizations to design school-based innovative curriculum that enable students to learn from real-life situations, broaden their horizons, extend their knowledge, and develop values and attitudes.
cs_remarkswww.tps.edu.hk
no_of_test_per_year_P10
no_of_exam_per_year_P10
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_assessment1. Formative assessments like project work and practical assessment are adopted.
2. Parents' evaluation, students' self evaluation and peer evaluation on students' assignments.
3. E-learning materials are provided for self-learning.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidaysYes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoonYes
streaming_arrangementAll the P.1 classes are average classes. Our school uses Putonghua to teach Chinese in two classes each in P.2-P.6. The other classes are average classes.
no_of_school_days_per_week5
no_of_periods_per_day7
duration_of_each_period35
school_starts_at8:00
school_starts_at_AMPMAM
school_ends_at3:15
school_ends_at_AMPMPM
lunch_start_time12:55
lunch_end_time1:55
lunch_arrangementProvided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
healthy_school_life1. Flexible class schedule: A vitality period and a tutorial session for students to engage in more physical activities and to complete their homework.
2. A variety of activities are provided to students.
school_life_remarks1. Set up different sports zones in the school campus to give students more opportunities to participate in sports activities and to achieve MVPA60.
2. Design a gratitude journal to help students understand and express their emotions.
life_wide_learningChinese opera, English Musical, Cambridge Course, STEAM Class, Putonghua Choral Speaking Group, School Choir, Percussion Band, Violin Class, Orchestra, Chinese Orchestra, Hand Bell Team, Martial Arts, Cheering Team, Dancing Groups, Olympic Mathematics Class, Badminton Team, Mini-tennis Team, Basketball Team, Table-Tennis Team, Volleyball Team, Drawing Class, Shuttlecock Team, Cub Scouts, Brownies, Junior Police Call, Community Youth Club, etc.
school_management_urlhttp://www.tps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=721&mode=published&nocache1397552
school_organisationUnder the supervision of the IMC of the school and the leadership of the Principal, there are four main sections, namely, Management & Organization Learning and Teaching, Student Support and Student Ethos and Student Performance. They are responsible for the development of the school and the implementation of school concerned issues and plans.
imc_smc_mcSchool Sponsoring Body Board/The Incorporated Management Committee of Taikoo Primary School.
school_green_policyActively implement Environmental Education to promote awareness on sustainable life education. Green Projects are launched.
school_major_concerns_urlhttp:www.tps.edu.hk
school_major_concerns1. Develop diversified teaching strategies to improve students' self-learning ability.
2. Develop values education to cultivate positive values in students.
learning_and_teaching_plan_urlhttp://www.tps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=856&mode=published&nocache1397552
learning_and_teaching_strategiesThrough developing the school-based curriculum and the integration of different teaching strategies to enhance students' learning and language ability:
1. Diversified assignment designs and e-learning resources promote self-learning;
2. Moral and Civic Education and Personal Growth Education will be taught in 'Integrated Lesson' to foster students' proper values and attitudes;
3. Emphasis is on co-operative learning and small group learning to enhance learning effectiveness;
4. Develop students' talent and potential in 'Activity lesson'.
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum1. Strengthening values education, including life education, national education and national security education;
2. Making good use of learning time and create space to promote balanced physical and mental development;
3. Enriching life-wide learning, strengthening cross-curricular learning & reading across the curriculum for developing lifelong learning capabilities and to help students achieve the aims of whole-person development;
4. Enhancing the catering for learner diversity;
5. Reinforcing STEAM education, and nurturing students' media and information literacy;
6. Promoting assessment literacy, enhancing learning and teaching effectiveness.
dev_of_generic_skillsDevelop students' generic skills through curriculum design, classroom learning, activities and service in all learning areas.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behavioursEach year, based on the theme chosen, a number of events such as story telling, exhibitions and rewarding schemes would be held. The same value focus would be applied in the teaching content of different subjects.
In addition, topics related to positive values are taught through 'Integrated Lessons' and personal growth education lessons. This helps students to apply them in daily lives.
student_support_urlhttp://www.tps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=856&mode=published&nocache1397552
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity1. Set up a Student Support Team to co-ordinate learning support policies.
2. Teaching assistants in-class support and arrange remedial teaching class for less able students.
3. Organize activities to develop students' talent and potential.
4. Develop enhancement programmes for high achievers.
5. Develop Gifted Education framework and establish school-based Talent Pool to unlock students' potential.
whole_school_approach_integrated_educationOur school adopts "Whole School Approach to Integrated Education" in supporting students with SEN, e.g. adaptation in teaching and assessment, remedial learning groups, school-based speech therapy service and EDB school-based educational psychology service.
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.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptationDevelop school-based curriculum to help students' learning. Assignment and examination adaptation are provided to cater for students with different learning needs.
home-school_co-operation_urlhttp://www.tps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=961&mode=published&nocache1397552
home-school_co-operation1. Develop a whole-school framework for parent-education.
2. Emphasis on Home-School Co-operation. Organize Parents Days, Open Day, seminars and workshops.
3. Parent volunteers' participation in different school activities enhances the sense of belonging to the school.
school_ethos1. Foster students' positive behaviour and attitude, build a healthy lifestyle and positive life.
2. Implement positive classroom management to enhance students' sense of belonging and well-being.
3. Primary 1 bridging course is provided to help students adapt to the new school life.
4. Emphasis on self-disciplined and respect to develop a caring atmosphere and culture.
future_dev_urlhttp://www.tps.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=954&mode=published&nocache1397552
school_dev_plan1. Continuously enhance teaching effectiveness through optimizing curriculum and assignment design through professional curriculum support.
2. Provide diversified learning experiences to cultivate students' learning interests, enhance their learning confidence and self-learning ability.
3. Develop students' effective learning strategies, thinking skills, and self-learning skills to improve their self-learning ability. Nurture positive learning attitude, and develop the habits to reflect.
4. Cultivate students' positive attitudes towards themselves, family and our country.
5. Develop students' multi-intelligence, perseverance, self-confidence and resilience.
6. Encourage students to serve the school and the community, and thus build up their commitment to society.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev1. Introduce external resources, such as leveraging various resources from the Swire Group, JCInnoPower to create innovative programmes.
2. Extend collaboration and learning culture through co-planning meetings, peer lesson observations and local and overseas professional development programmes to enhance the effectiveness of learning and teaching.
school_character_othersFocus on developing students' abilities through extra-curricular activities; offer academic prizes, Taikoo Star and David Gledhill Trophy.