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Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence)
Address: 8, Ching Shing Road, Sheung Shui
Tel: 24683680
Email: ec-mail@hkedcity.net
Fax: 24683935
URL: http://www.elegantia.edu.hk
How to travel to Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence)
Bus 273A, 273B;
Mini-bus 58K.
About
Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 2002. The school is located in North, and covers an area of approximately 9000 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is Chow Ping-yan Mr.,And the principal is Chan Yuk-yin Ms (Bachelor of Arts, Dip Ed.,MEd, M.A.). The sponsoring body of Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) is Education Convergence Education Foundation Ltd and is a non-religious school. The mission of the school: "To establish a progressive school in which our new generation can be brought up to become active learners and responsible citizens."School has Parent-Teacher Association,has student union,doesn't has IMC,has old students/alumni associations, the existence of these organizations promotes the cohesion and cooperation of the school community. The motto of Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) Adhering to the school motto of Excellence and Elegance, encourages students to strive for excellence in academic, moral and personal growth.
Admission Information
Class Structure
Form 1: 5 classes. Form 2: 5 classes.
Form 3: 5 classes. Form 4: 5 classes.
Form 5: 5 classes. Form 6: 4 classes.
^It is important to note that these class numbers may change over time, so students and parents should check with the school for the most up-to-date class structure when applying for admission.
2022-2023
Secondary One Entrance
Our 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 2023 ).Admission criteria and weightings for S.1 discretionary places: Rank Order List (provided by EDB) and academic results in the primary school (40%); Conduct, extra-curricular activities, school or social services, prizes and awards (30%); Interview (30%).
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
All new students have to participate in orientation camps and bridging courses on Chinese, English and Mathematics, and Adventure-based activities. Parents’ Days are held in July and October.
1. Our school has been putting an emphasis on healthy school life. All S.1-S.5 students are required to have lunch at school.
2. Our school has maximized our strength of green campus, providing a well-planned physical education curriculum and a wide range of co-curricular activities, developing students’ physical fitness and improving their health conditions.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) is as follows:
∎ Form 1: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 2: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 3: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 4: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $340".
∎ Form 5: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $340".
∎ Form 6: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $340".
The PTA dues are $20" per year.
Student union fee: $10".
The approved charge for non-standard items is 310 per year.
Other charges/fees: $0.
^Please note that the above prices and charges are for reference only and may change over time. Students and parents should check with the school for the latest tuition and related fee details when applying for admission.
2022-2023 Faculty Profile (Including Principal)
Based on 2022/2023 data, Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) has a total of 68 teachers and 65 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 100% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Bachelor's degree: 100% of the school's faculty.
∎ Master's degree, doctoral degree or above: accounting for 75% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 22% of the total number of teachers in the school.
In terms of seniority of teachers, the data are as follows:
∎ Teachers with 0-4 years of experience account for 17% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 13% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 70% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) has an experienced team of teachers with diverse academic and professional training. more than half of teachers hold master's, doctoral or above degrees, which will help to provide more in-depth and professional educational content. Their PGCE and BA guarantee they have a good foundation in teaching. In addition, most of teachers have rich teaching experience, and 70% of teachers have 10 or more years of seniority. This means that they have accumulated rich experience and professional knowledge in the teaching field, and can better guide and support the growth of students.These teacher profiles reflect that Elegantia College (Sponsored by Education Convergence) has a team of strong and experienced teachers who provide a high quality education to their students.
Subjects offered in the 2022-2023 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, History, Physical Education, Putonghua, Life Education, Drama Education (S.1-S.2), Project Learning
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, English Drama (S.3), Science, Mathematics, Geography (S.1), Computer Literacy (S.1), Living and Technology (S.1), Visual Arts (S.1), Music (S.1)
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4-S.5), Liberal Studies (S.6), Chinese History, Chinese Literature (S.5), History, Visual Arts, ICT, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part Module 2, Physics, BAFS, Economics, Chemistry, Combined Science (S.6)
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, History, Physical Education, Putonghua, Life Education, Drama Education (S.1-S.2), Project Learning
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, English Drama (S.3), Science, Mathematics, Geography (S.1-S.2), Computer Literacy (S.1-S.2), Living and Technology (S.1-S.2), Visual Arts (S.1-S.2), Music (S.1-S.2)
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Citizenship and Social Development, Chinese History, Chinese Literature (S.6), History, Visual Arts, ICT, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part Module 2, Physics, BAFS, Economics, Chemistry
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
With the design of the ‘Y2K Campus’ in 2000, our school is well equipped with facilities.
Academically, facilities include 30 standard classrooms, a number of remedial teaching rooms, a newly renovated Self-activated Interdisciplinary Learning Zone, MMLC, ITLC, Library, laboratories, English/Chinese/Maths/History Learning Centres, Moral Education Centre and Lecture Theatre.
As for sports and art, facilities include amphitheatre, football courts, CCAC Student Activity Centre, art gallery, green house, etc. Newly established venues include Arts Piazza, Science-in-zone, Career Guidance Centre, Aviation English Trailblazer, Worldwide Ecological Awareness Centre, etc.
With the Qualified Education Fund received, a new area for mindfulness is to be renovated which contributes to the promotion of positive education.
Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
Elegantia College places paramount importance on students’ comprehensive development in moral attributes, academic pursuit, and co-curricular activities to nurture a new generation equipped with self-learning skills and responsibility for lifelong learning.
School Management Organisation:
The Incorporated Management Committee (IMC) supervises school affairs which are led by the Principal. Under the supervision of Student Growth Committee and Effective Learning Committee, all committees work hands in hands to formulate policies and promote school development. Our school is in close collaboration with the Parent-Teacher Association, Alumni Association, Student Union, etc.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Incorporated Management Committee which was set up in our school in August 2006 comprises different stakeholders of the school including members from the sponsoring body (Education Convergence and Hong Kong Yee’s Five Tong Association), the principal, independent members, parent representative(s), teacher representative(s), etc. At least three IMC meetings are held every year to formulate policies and plans on curriculum, manpower resources, budget, etc. Our school has also established an education consultant group which comprises scholars, experienced educators, professionals, etc. for provision of their expertise in the school development.
School Green Policy:
The establishment of the School Campus Development Committee and the Environmental Protection Committee in the overall planning and promotion of environmentally-friendly measures.
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Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
Our school aims to help students to be biliterate and trilingual. For all F.1 students, the medium of instruction for all subjects is English, with the exception of Chinese Language, Chinese History, History, P.E., Putonghua, Drama, Project Learning and Life Education.
As for students in F.2 and F.3, the medium of instruction for subjects including Mathematics, Science, English Language and English Drama Elective (F.3) is English, with the exception of Chinese subjects (for all classes) and a small number of non-Chinese subjects (varies from class to class on the basis of their overall English proficiency). Putonghua as a taught subject is a mandatory component in the F.1 and F.2 curricula.
To create and maintain an English-rich environment, purpose-built facilities and special rooms are made available to English teachers for running student-led activities designed to boost students' confidence and interests in learning English. A wide range of activities, such as English morning assemblies, English Speaking Days, etc. are arranged regularly for boosting students’ experience in speaking and listening in particular. Overseas summer immersion programs are usually held yearly to further broaden students' horizons.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
1. Our school teachers uphold the belief of “stabilization as a foundation for liberation, self-actualisation and diversified development” to help students develop a sense of discipline and respect to teachers. Our teaching focuses on ‘review, teaching, interaction and consolidation’ as essential steps of activating students’ prior knowledge and scaffolding their learning.
2. Teacher-student and student-student interactions are enhanced through purposeful group work, presentations, meaningful activities, etc.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 2X, 3X and 4X. Students can choose two to four electives from 12 electives based on their capability and interests.
2. Curriculum highlights:
(1) Our school curriculum puts much emphasis on students’ knowledge, skills, attitude and values.
(2) The junior secondary curriculum aims to help students cultivate proper learning attitudes and habits in students, set clear learning objectives, develop basic subject knowledge and generic skills. In view of this, traditional subjects including Chinese History, History and Geography are introduced as well as other school-based subjects including Project Learning, Chinese and English Drama Electives.
(3) In senior forms, we aim at developing students’ high-order thinking skills, self-directed learning skills and academic knowledge so that they can achieve outstanding results in public examinations.
(4) Our school has established a comprehensive and well-planned Moral and Civic Education Curriculum in fostering students’ proper values and attitudes towards life and guiding them to develop their personal goals and explore their potentials to strive for excellence.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
1. Reading to Learn
• Morning Reading sessions are conducted daily in junior forms to expose students to Chinese and English reading materials and newspapers.
• Whole-school Morning Reading session is arranged for value education on Wednesdays.
• Our school library also arranges a wide range of activities and promotes cross-curricular collaboration to foster students’ reading habits.
2. Information Technology
• The setting up of Intranet and the promotion of Information Technology for learning.
• The continued enhancement of network support to introduce e-Learning in school.
3. Project Learning
Project Learning is one of the subjects in junior forms. Students are required to do projects in some other subjects for development of inquiry skills, collaborative skills, communication skills as well as high-order skills.
4. Moral and Civic Education
Our school emphasizes students’ whole-person development through the establishment of the Moral and Civic Education Committee, tailor-made materials for Morning Reading sessions, morning assemblies, weekly afternoon assemblies, theme-based activities to promote value education.
Life Planning Education:
Careers Guidance and Counselling Committee was set up to arrange different form-based activities including career and aptitude tests, games related to life planning, seminars, workshops, etc. These activities provide students with assistance and awareness-building for a better understanding of their interests, ability and aspirations. This paves the way for further studies and multiple career pathways.
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Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
1. Different split groups of teaching as a means to cater for learner diversity and mixed needs.
2. Provision of after-school enhancement classes for a better foundation.
3. The Studies Committee set up a Student Learning Ambassador Team to fully explore and develop the potentials of gifted students in school. Through different activities, students are introduced to a range of learning strategies to maximise the learning effectiveness.
4. The Counselling and Guidance Committee’s provision of related support to students’ learning and whole-person development based on their mixed needs.
5. Comprehensive development of social activities to cater for learner diversity, explore students’ potentials and create a harmonious school culture.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
Our school is dedicated to an inclusive culture rendering timely assistance to the learning and social needs of students. For example, small groups focusing on developing social skills, attention enhancement, board games, speech therapy, etc. allow students to mingle into a campus with equal opportunities and benevolence. We identify, refer, and follow up on students in a systematic manner. Collaborating with social workers, professionals and parents, we devise support programmes and conduct meetings with the principal, vice-principal, assistant principals, Special Needs Education Coordinator (SENCO), Student Affairs Committee, and Academic Affairs Committee in which we formulate teaching strategies and tailor-make examination adjustments. In addition, we provide various counselling services according to individual needs together with peer angels, counselling teachers, educational psychologist, and outsourcing firms. In a whole-school approach, the school also organizes a number of professional training activities for teachers as well.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
Our school conducts two uniform tests and two end-of-term examinations annually. Continuous assessment has also been adopted to evaluate students’ learning progress through daily assignments, quizzes, projects, etc.
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Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
Our school has established the Parent-Teacher Association in which regular meetings are held for collection of parents’ opinions and promotion of school development. Parents enthusiastically participate in parent volunteering activities e.g. provision of assistance in Morning Reading sessions, supervision on students’ discipline during lunch time, assistance in school library work, etc.
In addition to the above-mentioned activities, our school has established a close liaison with parents through circulars, regular updates on the school webpage, Parents’ Days, parent seminars, workshops, etc.
School Ethos:
Our school cherishes a life of simplicity for students to study in a motivating learning environment. Under the belief of “Moral and Academic Excellence”, we emphasize students’ stabilization as a foundation for liberation, self-actualisation and diversified development. A harmonious, disciplined and caring atmosphere has been created through different means, e.g. ‘bell-less morning assemblies’, students’ decent behaviour and manner, strict but caring teachers, mutual respect and care between teachers and students, etc.
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Future Development
School Development Plan:
The major concerns of our three-year Plans for 2020-2023 are as follows:
1. Empowering students to become self-directed learners with lifelong learning capabilities;
2. Continuing learning, application and reflection upon the meaning of life through diversified experiential activities to help students develop positive emotion and well-being.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
Teachers enthusiastically attend seminars organized by the Education Bureau and other education organizations. Every year, our school arranges Staff Development Days focusing on the yearly school major concerns to facilitate teachers’ professional sharing and maximize the effectiveness of teaching and learning.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
1. Students are assigned to four different houses with a range of Inter-house competitions.
2. Regular co-curricular activities are provided in four domains including academic, interest, sports and arts, and services. More than 40 clubs and teams are offered in different areas such as Mathematics, History, Geography, environmental protection, computer, music, ball games, swimming, drama, Japanese, uniform teams, social service, fellowship, etc.
3. Unusual sports activities including fencing, golf, indoor rowing and rope skipping are introduced.
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Others
1. University Admissions
The university admission rate reached as high as 81.4% in 2022. Also, both Tsinghua University and Fudan University offered our school the "Outstanding Schools Principal Nomination Scheme" in which students were admitted to these top universities.
2. Outstanding Performances
Our graduates Kam Ming Hin and Chen Yu Yu (2021 HKDSE) were awarded the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals 151st Anniversary Scholarship. Chen Yu Yu (2021 HKDSE) was also awarded the Centaline Charity Fund Scholarship.
In 2022, Jason Lee and Zhao Kwun Ho from S5 were awarded Champion in 2022 Competition on System Modeling
& Optimization.
In 2021, our school was awarded the "Hi-Five Student Engagement Award Scheme" and the "Reading Dreams - Outstanding School Award".
In 2021, Huang Ming Hei from S.4 was awarded the Outstanding Student Award in the North District Outstanding Student Election;
Chau Yan Chun from S.3 was awarded the Champion in 20-21 NDSSPA Inter-school English Storytelling Contest;
In the Joint School Music Competition 2022, students had brilliant performances with the attainment of 16 Awards including one gold, nine silver and six bronze awards.
In 2021, our skip roping team and indoor rowing team received numerous awards in Inter-school competitions.
Chow Yan Yi from S.4 was awarded the Champion in Inter-school Western Painting Contest 2021;
There were some students who represented Hong Kong in the participation of international volleyball, golf, fencing, judo and rope skipping competitions.
3. Study Tours and Immersion Programs
Our school attaches importance to study tours and immersion programs. Every student is expected to enroll in at least one of the study tours / immersion programs in their secondary school life to broaden their exposure and learn outside the classroom. Some of the previously visited countries and cities include the Mainland China, Taiwan, Britain, the United States of America, Canada, Australia, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Macau, etc.