Tuen Mun
HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College
Address: 7 Wu Fai Street, Wu King Estate, Tuen Mun
Tel: 24676672
Email: school@blcwc.edu.hk
Fax: 24552060
URL: http://www.blcwc.edu.hk
How to travel to HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College
Bus route: KMB 59A, 59M, 59X, 259D; City Bus 962, 962X, B3
Light Rail: 507, 610, 614, 615
Light Rail feeder bus: 506, A52
Maxicab: 41, 44, 44A
About
HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1987. The school is located in Tuen Mun, and covers an area of approximately 3716 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is SHI Hong Ming Ven.,And the principal is WONG Sau Yi Ms (M.A., B.A., Dip. Ed.). The sponsoring body of HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College is Heung Hoi Ching Kok Lin Association (HHCKLA) and is a Buddhism school. The mission of the school: "Upholding Buddhist principles, our school is committed to providing holistic education with emphases on virtues and cognitive development for students in a caring and supportive environment. We seek to awaken conscience and nurture civic-mindedness as well as a positive attitude towards life by inculcating moral values in students through Buddhist teachings."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 HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College Adhering to the school motto of Awaken conscience, inculcate morality, nurture decent deeds and appearance, encourages students to strive for excellence in academic, moral and personal growth.
Admission Information
Class Structure
Form 1: 4 classes. Form 2: 4 classes.
Form 3: 4 classes. Form 4: 4 classes.
Form 5: 4 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 ).Secondary One (S.1) Discretionary Places Admission Criteria and Weightings:
1. EDB's rank order list and Primary 5 and 6 academic results (50%);
2. Conduct, extra-curricular activities, service, awards and comments from primary schools (30%);
3. Interview / presentation (20%).
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
S.1 Orientation Activities: S.1 Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics Bridging Course, seminar for S.1 parents, S.1 Orientation Day and S.1 Education Camp;
1. Through a diversity of activities like S.1 Education Camp, S.4 Education Camp, Outstanding Students Development Scheme and volunteer activities, positive values and attitudes are nurtured to serve the community;
2. The 'Environment and Health Education Committee' is established to formulate policies and implement measures to encourage students to incorporate health messages into their daily life. Moreover, our school has joined the 'Healthy School Policy' and 'Health Promotion School Programme' under the Education Bureau and Department of Health respectively to build up a healthy campus and develop students' good habits.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College 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 $290".
∎ Form 5: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $290".
∎ Form 6: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $290".
The PTA dues are $40" per year.
Student union fee: $20".
The approved charge for non-standard items is 300 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, HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College has a total of 62 teachers and 57 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 95% 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 45% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 53% 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 21% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 21% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 58% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College has an experienced team of teachers with diverse academic and professional training. nearly half of teachers hold master's, doctoral or above degrees, which will help to provide more in-depth and professional educational content.Also, there are more than half of of teachers trained in special education, which shows that the school cares about and is committed to students with special educational needs. Their PGCE and BA guarantee they have a good foundation in teaching. In addition, most of teachers have rich teaching experience, and 58% 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 HHCKLA Buddhist Leung Chik Wai College 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, Mathematics*, Science*, Music, Physical Education, Putonghua, Buddhist Studies, Visual Arts, Life and Society, Computer Literacy (S.1-S.2), Home Economics (S.1-S.2), Innovative Technology, Geography*
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
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), Tourism and Hospitality, Economics, Chinese History, Visual Arts, Buddhist Studies, Physics, Physical Education, Aesthetic Activities, Ethics and Religious Studies, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Applied Learning.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics Extended Module
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Mathematics*, Science*, Music, Physical Education, Putonghua, Buddhist Studies, Visual Arts, Life and Society, Computer Literacy (S.1-S.2), Home Economics (S.1-S.2), Innovative Technology, Geography*.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Citizenship and Social Development, Tourism and Hospitality, Economics, Chinese History, Visual Arts, Buddhist Studies, Physics, Physical Education, Aesthetic Activities, Ethics and Religious Studies, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Applied Learning.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics Extended Module
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
All classrooms, special rooms, the School Hall and covered playground are equipped with air-conditioning and multi-media facilities. Other facilities include an Innovative Technology Centre, Meditation Room, English Activity Room, Campus TV Studio, School Library with self-study booths, Student Activity Centre, school playground and multi-purpose room. The covered playground is open in the evening for students' self-study purposes.
Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
1. To promote value education and nurture student leaders
2. To strengthen e-learning and enhance students' self-learning capabilities
School Management Organisation:
Under the auspices of the Incorporated Management Committee, our school implements school-based management with the vision of catering for learner diversity. Our ultimate goal is to nurture students with versatility and flexibility to explore their full potential and serve the community. The Administrative Council formulates policies; the Learning and Teaching Committee oversees academic and curriculum matters whilst Moral and Student Affairs Committee is responsible for students' whole-person development and fostering a caring school environment. The self-evaluation culture is firmly established through both internal and external school reviews to enhance the effectiveness of learning and teaching.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Incorporated Management Committee is geared towards enhancing transparency and accountability via advising the school on daily practices. It is actively involved in encouraging inter-school academic and teaching exchange, mock examination and overseas trips in addition to devising long-term development strategies.
School Green Policy:
Upholding the principle of sustainability, the school proactively nurtures students to be green citizens through eco-friendly policies in a green school environment.
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Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
Mainly adopt Chinese as the medium of instruction from S.1 to S.3 while teaching in English is partially introduced in Mathematics, Science, and Geography by modules in school-based curriculum as well as extended learning activities. In S.4 to S.6, some subjects are taught in English.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
We adopt a learner-centred approach to cater for learner diversity. The following measures are implemented:
1. Consolidate learning skills, strengthen self-learning and peer learning strategies;
2. Enhance learning and teaching effectiveness through peer lesson observation and post-lesson conference;
3. Optimise curriculum planning and implementation through collaboration with the Education Bureau and universities;
4. Widen students’ horizons through Life-wide Learning;
5. Consolidate students' knowledge by enhancing interdisciplinary projects at junior levels and extend students' learning with Applied Learning Programme;
6. Facilitate effective learning and promote collaboration with the aid of technology through the F.1 BYOD scheme.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 3X. Music, Physical Education, Japanese and Applied Learning (Hospitality Service in Practice/Child Care and Education/Digital Media and Radio Production) are on offer.
2. Curriculum highlights:
(1) Coordinate with Education Bureau and universities to implement school-based curricula in junior forms aiming at catering for learner diversity and building a solid foundation for senior secondary education;
(2) Develop students' diversified talents with ample opportunities and choices, catering for individual learning needs;
(3) Streamline students' learning from different Key Learning Areas, with enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration;
(4) After-school learning support programme for S.1 students to cultivate good learning habits;
(5) Cater for diverse learning needs with an array of precisely defined enhancement and remedial classes.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
2022-23 School Major Concerns:
1. To promote value education and nurture student leaders
2. To strengthen e-learning and enhance students' self-learning capabilities
Life Planning Education:
1. Participate in career and life adventure planning programme "CLAP for Youth @ JC",
2. Cooperate with the government and non-profit making organizations and organize various talks, workshops and visits including the Civil Aviation Department, Customs and Excise Department and Immigration Department to enrich students' career-related experience;
3. Join Business-school partnership Programme to enhance students' understanding of various fields;
4. Organize Life Planning Day to assist students in setting their goals;
5. Organize Parents' Night to encourage parents' positive involvement in their children's life planning;
6. Increase students' exposure by organizing overseas life planning tours;
7. Incorporate Life Planning elements into the Life Education curriculum in junior forms.
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Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
1. Nurture students to become excellent students via the "Outstanding Students Development Scheme". Our students have been awarded "Tuen Mun Outstanding Students Awards" for fourteen consecutive years;
2. Adopt split classes and provide after-school tutorials on various subjects;
3. Implement Dual Class Teachers Scheme in junior forms to provide better care for students;
4. Organize activities under the theme "Shouldering responsibilities and unleashing talents" in collaboration with various committees;
5. Three school social workers and the Student Support Team provide assistance for individual students with different learning needs;
6. The Mentor Scheme aims to guide S.1 students to adapt to school life;
7. Subsidy is provided for students to participate in exchange programmes and study tours.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
1. SENCO and Student Support Team offer support to students, including curriculum and assessment adaptation, learning strategies and student development;
2. Three social workers organize activities to help students realize their potential and enhance social skills;
3. The educational psychologist and experts give professional advice and support to students and their parents.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
2 examinations and 2 uniform tests are arranged for students from S.1 to S.4 while mock test (S.6) and mock examinations (S.5 & S.6) are arranged for S.5 and S.6 students. Continuous assessment like classwork, homework, quizzes and projects is adopted in non-academic subjects in S.1-S.3.
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Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
The Parent-Teacher Association facilitates cooperation between parents and the school. Outstanding Students Awards are established to motivate students to strive for academic excellence. School Uniform Recycling Scheme, Textbook Sale, seminar for Parents of S.1 students, Parents' Night, interest groups, outings and seminars are organised.
School Ethos:
The school aspires to create an ideal learning environment for our students. Our balanced approach to discipline and care has enabled students to study in a caring and supportive environment which facilitates their healthy growth. The effort of our school has been widely recognised by parents, students and the community. 'Caring School Award' and ‘Heart to Heart School Award’ have been awarded to our school for thirteen and twelve consecutive years respectively. In general, our students are well-mannered, eager to learn, sociable and well-disciplined. They enjoy school life, love the school and feel proud to be a BLCWC student.
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Future Development
School Development Plan:
1. Promote positive value, and unleash students' potential;
2. Sustained inculcation of students' self-directed learning competencies.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
The Staff Development Team has devised programmes to facilitate sharing among teachers and promote educational research. Collaboration with the Education Bureau and universities enhances our professional development. The culture of peer observation, collaborative lesson preparation, coursework evaluation and teaching evaluation has firmly taken root to enhance learning and teaching quality.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
1. Life-wide learning for the five essential learning experiences including intellectual development, physical and aesthetic development, value education, community service and career-related experience;
2. Inter-disciplinary learning programmes including project learning day, training, visits, field trips, competitions, camps and study tours;
3. More than 50 clubs and school teams to develop and stretch students’ all-rounded potentials;
4. ‘Lifelong Sporting, Creativity Development and Volunteer Programme’ for junior secondary students.
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Others
1. Since 1994, more than 800 students have been enrolled in bachelor's degree courses through JUPAS;
2. 'Tuen Mun Outstanding Students' Awards' have been conferred to our students for fourteen years in a row;
3.'Outstanding Social Services Award' under the 'Community Leaders of Tomorrow Programme' have been awarded to our school for six years in a row;
4. The academic level of our school is widely recognised by linked tertiary institutions and universities in China, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and Australia. Graduates of our school are admitted to their academic programmes based on their internal exam results, allowing our students a wider variety of choices for further studies.