Wong Tai Sin
Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School
Address: 100 Yuk Wah Street Tsz Wan Shan
Tel: 23269068
Email: wbss@hkm.salvationarmy.org
Fax: 23280052
URL: http://www.wbss.edu.hk
How to travel to Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School
Bus: 2F, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3P, 3M, 5C, 5P, 15A, 116, 203E;
MTR: Wong Tai Sin or Diamond Hill Station;
Mini Public Bus: 19, 19M, 20, 33M, 37M.
About
Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1973. The school is located in Wong Tai Sin, and covers an area of approximately 4700 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is Ho Sai Hau Dr. ,And the principal is Hung, Chor Ying Edmond Principal (B.Ed.(Hons.), M.A., M.Ed. (Educational Administration & Leadership)). The sponsoring body of Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School is The Salvation Army and is a Protestantism / Christianity school. The mission of the school: "We aspire to be a dynamic learning community that fosters and demonstrates care, love, respect, faith, character and the joy of learning."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 Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School Adhering to the school motto of The fear of the lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy one is understanding. (Proverbs 9:10), encourages students to strive for excellence in academic, moral and personal growth.
Admission Information
Class Structure
Form 1: 3 classes. Form 2: 3 classes.
Form 3: 3 classes. Form 4: 3 classes.
Form 5: 3 classes. Form 6: 3 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: Conduct 30%; Internal examination result 30%; Interview 20%; ECA 20%.
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
New F.1 students are required to attend the free new F.1 summer bridging program. The program includes Chinese, English, Mathematics tutorial classes, and other extra-curricular activities, including game stalls, visiting museum and city tour. Special classes are tailored for Newly Arrived Children. In late August, a parents' night will also be held.
Students have to join the fitness scheme. F.1 - F.3 students are required to have lunch at school.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School 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 $320".
∎ Form 5: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $320".
∎ Form 6: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $320".
The PTA dues are $25" per year.
Student union fee: $0.
The approved charge for non-standard items is $0 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, Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School has a total of 51 teachers and 45 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 98% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Bachelor's degree: 98% of the school's faculty.
∎ Master's degree, doctoral degree or above: accounting for 53% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 23% 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 24% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 42% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 34% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School 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. These teacher profiles reflect that Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School 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, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Chinese History, History, Life & Society, Geography, Computer Literacy, STEAM, Music (S.1 & S.2), Physical Education, Home Economics (S.1 & S.2), Putonghua (S.1 & S.2), Religious Studies, Visual Arts.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Mathematics, Citizen and Social Development (S.4, S.5), Liberal Studies (S.6), Chinese History, History, Geography, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Visual Arts, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Information and Communication Technology, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Religious Studies, Physical Education, ApL.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Vocational English (S.4, S5)
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Chinese History, History, Life & Society, Geography, Computer Literacy, Music (S.1 & S.2), Physical Education, Home Economics (S.1 & S.2), Putonghua (S.1 & S.2), Religious Studies, Visual Arts.
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4, S.5, S.6), Chinese History, History, Geography, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Visual Arts, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Information and Communication Technology, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Religious Studies, Physical Education, APL Mode 2 (Western Cuisine、Hotel Operations).
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Vocational English (S.4, S.5)
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
All classrooms, special rooms and tuck shops were air-conditioned. Broadband network have been installed throughout the school campus.
Accessible toilet.
School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
1. To enhance the efficiency of learning and teaching;
2. To unleash students’ potential through different activities and to enhance students’ positive value;
3. To strengthen teachers’ professional development.
School Management Organisation:
The school administration includes: Curriculum Development, Learning and Teaching, Discipline, Guidance, Moral and Civil Education and National Education), Career and Life Planning, Extra-curriculum Activities, Religion Activities and IT Departments.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Salvation Army is the sponsoring body of the school. The Incorporated Management Committee pays great concerns on school's affairs and promotes the school's development according to her mission.
School Green Policy:
The Green Society organized different activities emphasizing on promoting the importance of environmental conservation.
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Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
The school has implemented using Chinese as the medium of instruction since 1998, emphasizing both English and Chinese, which also increases the interest and motivation of students' learning. Students' results have improved significantly. For English lessons, small-class teaching is implemented. School policies align with education policies in order to strengthen effective education.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
Clear education goals on the personal growth of the 5 basic virtues by means of a balanced curriculum which built on students' ability and interest. Programs like Learning Circles etc. have achieved expected outcome.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 3X. There are 13 electives. Students are encouraged to study the Applied Learning courses.
2. Curriculum highlights: There are collaborative lesson planning in various subjects. Teachers designed various school based curriculum for students. There is special caring group to cater for learners' diversity.
There is Applied Learning courses for senior class students.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
Morning reading scheme, extensive reading scheme and subject based reading projects. IT facilities installed in all classrooms, teachers IT competency have met the requirement. Project learning takes place in various subjects, e.g. Liberal Studies, Chinese, English, Travel and Tourism etc. Moral education activities are organized during school hours and extra-curricular activities.
Life Planning Education:
Students have to understand their attitude, strength and weakness. There are vocational internship for senior students. There is vocational English course to cater different students' need.
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Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
There is tailored curriculum to cater for learners' diversity. There is independent education planning for students. There are different learning and emotional training.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
There is a special team to cater for learners' diversity. The members include guidance master, form masters, subject panels, educational psychiatrist. The school offer, studying skills training, emotional training, social training and vocational training. There is special arrangement for examination.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
The school puts emphasis on both formative and summative assessments. Assessments are graded in junior English in order to cater for students' diversity.
Details: http://www.wbss.edu.hk
Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
Cooperation between parents and school: our school values home-school cooperation. Parents' Day, workshops, surveys, etc. are carried out every year to provide child-management skills to parents and to strengthen communication between home and school in order to help students' growth effectively. The PTA has organized several activities for families. It also publishes newsletter and participates in district activities. The PTA also representatives in the IMC to help with the promotion of school matters.
School Ethos:
The school values discipline. The principle of managing before educating is firmly established. The school rules are strict, yet the school spirit simple. Students should look presentable and behave with discipline. Counseling teachers, the school chaplain and school social workers also offer support for individuals and small groups. Preventive workshops and counseling sessions are also organized. In addition, lunch activities, orientation camps are also organized by the pastoral-care department in order to strengthen students' sense of belonging. Each department works with team spirit and collaboration which offer huge support for students at different growing stages.
Details: http://www.wbss.edu.hk/
Future Development
School Development Plan:
To enhance the efficiency of learning and teaching;
To unleash students’ potential through different activities and to enhance students’ positive value;
To strengthen teachers’ professional development.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
Emphasizes on enhancing teachers' teaching and learning skills to build the school into a learning community.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
More than 200 activities made up of subject societies, service groups, performance group, sports teams, Christian fellowship and other interest clubs.
Details: http://www.wbss.edu.hk/
Others
Caring School Award