Central & Western
St. Louis School
Address: 179 Third Street, Hong Kong
Tel: 25460117
Email: mailbox@stlouis.edu.hk
Fax: 25407341
URL: https://www.stlouis.edu.hk
How to travel to St. Louis School
MTR (HKU Station), Mini-buses, buses and trams.
About
St. Louis School is a Aided Boys secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1927. The school is located in Central & Western, and covers an area of approximately 10000 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is Chan Hung Kee (B.A. (Hons), B.T.(Hons), M.Ed., D.Ed. (Hons)) Rev. Dr.,And the principal is Yick Ho Kuen Dr. (B.Sc., PGDE, M.Ed., M.A., D.Ed.). The sponsoring body of St. Louis School is Society of St. Francis De Sales and is a Catholicism school. The mission of the school: "We provide an education which embraces the joy of learning and stresses the spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, communal and aesthetic development of students."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 St. Louis School Adhering to the school motto of SCIENTIA ET PIETAS (In quest of knowledge and virtue), 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 ).Ranking in Discretionary Places Rank Order List (35%), conduct (P.5 and P.6) (10%), extra-curricular activities and social services (10%), awards (10%), connection with St. Louis School (5%) and performance in interviews (30%).
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
A Summer English Bridging Course and a Sports Training Program are organized for prospective S.1 students in the summer holidays. S.1 Orientation Day is held in late August. Student Guidance Team organises whole-year orientation programme for S.1 students.
Provision of Student Health Service organised by Department of Health & First-Aid course organised by St. John Ambulance Hong Kong.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for St. Louis 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 $50" per year.
Student union fee: $25".
The approved charge for non-standard items is $0 per year.
Other charges/fees: Student handbook $28.5, Class fee $50, Class photo $10, Account fees for 3 I.T. systems (eClass, Google and Microsoft office 365) $150, Smart student ID card and 12 passport photos $32..
^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, St. Louis School has a total of 55 teachers and 53 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 91% 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 49% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 25% 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 28% 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 59% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that St. Louis School 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. Their PGCE and BA guarantee they have a good foundation in teaching. In addition, most of teachers have rich teaching experience, and 59% 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 St. Louis 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 Language, Chinese History, Religious Education, Putonghua, General Education
English as the medium of instruction:Biology (S.3), Chemistry (S.3), Computer Literacy, English Language, Geography, History, Life and Society, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics (S.3), Integrated Science (S.1 to S.2), Visual Arts
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese History, Chinese Language, 'Ethics and Religious Studies', Religious Education, Visual Arts, General Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics (Compulsory Part, Extended Part Module 1 and Module 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, ‘Business, Accounting and Financial Studies’, Information and Communication Technology, Geography, Music, Physical Education
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Religious Education, Putonghua, General Education
English as the medium of instruction:Biology (S.3), Chemistry (S.3), Computer Literacy, English Language, Geography, History, Life and Society, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics (S.3), Integrated Science (S.1 to S.2), Visual Arts
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese History, Chinese Language, Ethics and Religious Studies, Religious Education, Visual Arts, General Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics (Compulsory Part, Extended Part Module 1 and Module 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Information and Communication Technology, Geography, Music, Physical Education
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
1. Our Assembly hall, Chapel, prayer room and all the classrooms are air-conditioned.
2. There are 3 playgrounds: Basketball Court, Covered Playground, Football Pitch (with a grand-stand for about 1300 students).
3. 1 Computer Assisted Learning Room, 1 Multimedia Language Laboratory and 1 AI Lab.
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School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
School Development Plan (2022-25)
Major concern 1. To cultivate a reading culture by engaging students in extensive reading across various disciplines and develop their interest and proficiency in both the Chinese and English language
Major concern 2. To cultivate a value-rich school campus that embraces the school motto: Scientia et Pietas
School Management Organisation:
Under the IMC, the Board of School Improvement will plan, coordinate and supervise the overall works in school development. Different teams, under the supervision of a further management level of the Board of Management and Organisation, Board of Learning and Teaching and Board of Student Support and School Ethos respectively, are responsible for everyday operation and the implementation of the different projects.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Incorporated Management Committee of St. Louis School is comprised of stakeholders from different background, working together for the management and development of the school.
School Green Policy:
Green Living in our school - Classroom Cleanliness and Tidiness Competition. Recycle bins have been placed at the campus. Organize seminars on "Environmental Protection". Organize "Power Saving Action in SLS" program to save energy.
Details: https://www.stlouis.edu.hk/en/plans
Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
Our school mainly uses English as the Medium of Instruction [except Chinese Language, Chinese History, Religious Education, Putonghua, General Education and Visual Arts (Senior Secondary levels)]: to nurture our students to be “biliterate and trilingual". Implement S.1 English Enhancement Program. Students from each S.1 class will have an extra after-school lesson every week so as to receive training targeted for the International Competitions and Assessments for Schools.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
Adhering closely to the Preventive System propagated by St. John Bosco, the founder of the Salesian Congregation, St. Louis School strives for the nurturing of an open, participative and religious school atmosphere in which joy, trust, a sense of unity and self-discipline prevail. This atmosphere, in St. Louis context, aims at instilling into our students:
- humility and a quest for knowledge and virtue (Scientia et Pietas);
- nobility of character;
- politeness, being respectful to religion and decency dedication to service.
1. Offering a diversified SS curriculum;
2. General Education is implemented in all levels;
3. Nurturing students to be self-directed learners.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 2X and 3X. A variety of electives are provided to suit the students' interest and competency. Each student is allowed to choose 2-3 elective subjects.
2. Curriculum highlights: English Language Arts (S.1-S.2), Class-teacher Periods (S.1-S.6), Reading Lessons (S.1-S.6)
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
Moral and Civic Education Team was established to organize, coordinate and evaluate various programs which help students to make contributions in the school, the family, the society, the country and the world. Implement cross-curricular IT/Project-based Learning in junior forms; establish an AI Lab to promote creative learning and innovative teaching.
Reading to learn:
English Language: 1. Extensive Reading Scheme; 2. Reading for Fun; 3. Acquisition of educational magazines for fun reading; 4. Require each student to keep a class reading log book.
Chinese Language: 1. Extensive Reading Scheme; 2. Reading in Depth; 3. Author Talk.
Whole-School: 1. Launching "Weekly recommendation of good books"; 2. Launching "Reading Award Scheme"; 3. Incorporating a reading period;
Life Planning Education:
Please visit our website for more details:
https://www.stlouis.edu.hk/en/subject/careers-life-planning-team
Details: https://www.stlouis.edu.hk/en/subject/curriculum
Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
We adopt the following teaching strategies and learning approaches to cater for students' diverse learning needs: streaming; split classes; co-teaching/co-planning; consolidation courses for high achievers/Remedial courses for underachievers; various teaching/learning/assessment modes (IT/Project-based Learning/group discussion/portfolio); after-school study group; introducing students to various learning/reading skills; Peer Mentor Scheme.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
The school is committed to building a culture of inclusiveness and supporting students with special educational needs via a "whole school" model. With the Learning Support Grant, we can employ teaching assistants, and work with different professional teams to provide a wide range of support services for students with special learning needs. The "Student Support Team" includes SENCO, Vice-Principal, counselling teachers, social workers, educational psychologist, class teachers and subject teachers. In addition to the homework and test adjustment arrangements, the school also flexibly uses the government subsidies to acquire professional services to help the students with special needs. For example, we invite clinical psychologists to provide psychotherapy services for students with emotional distress and behavioral problems; arrange "occupational therapy" services to provide individual training for students with impaired writing skills; to provide "concentration" and "Executive Skills" training, which teach students self-management skills; organize a "life-planning" course to explore the career paths for students; and hold parent talks and workshops to let parents know more about their children's unique growth needs; participate in the Jockey Club Autism Support Network to provide social group training for autistic students. There are also various development courses and activities, such as drama therapy training, board-game training, and animal-assisted therapy. We also regularly review school-based measures to ensure our effectiveness.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
1. Two examinations and one mid-term test.
2. Apart from Academic Report Card, each student is issued a "student activity report", which allows the recognition of his non-academic achievements.
3. Continuous assessment is implemented.
Details: https://www.stlouis.edu.hk/en/preventive-system
Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
During the past 29 years, SLS PTA has given every assistance to the continuous development of St. Louis School, and the PTA will endeavour to maintain good and close relations with the School to enhance her spirit of "Freedom and Self-Discipline".
School Ethos:
• We, considering that the school should be a second home to students, always keep the premises open so as to provide them with a joyful and comfortable learning environment.
• We do not impose undue regulations on students as we count on their self-discipline and initiative.
• We seek to foster a harmonious relationship between teachers and students. With love, our teachers inspire students; with gratitude, our students respond to teachers.
• We emphasize freedom and autonomy, under which students develop an interest to learn and a lifelong learning attitude. Such a conducive environment unleashes the potentials of students, boosting their motivation to organize activities independently.
• We encompass religious activities in education to enrich students' spiritual temperament. We impress upon students the importance of cultivating a noble character through guidance and counselling. We promote various activities and competitions to help students nurture a strong physical make up, a passion for life, a sense of responsibility and caring for people and the world.
Details: http://home.stlouis.edu.hk/~pta/index.html
Future Development
School Development Plan:
School Development Plan (2022-25)
Major concern 1. To cultivate a reading culture by engaging students in extensive reading across various disciplines and develop their interest and proficiency in both the Chinese and English language
Major concern 2. To cultivate a value-rich school campus that embraces the school motto: Scientia et Pietas
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
Enhancing the professional competence of our staff via various workshops, talks and seminars.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
There are 38 school teams, clubs and organisations which offer related learning opportunities to students. Examples of activities are as follows:
1. Life Wide Learning Day
2. School teams training programme and inter-school competitions (including academic, sports, music etc.)
3. Pre S1 Summer Activities Programme
4. Leadership Training Programme
5. Club Activities
Details: https://www.stlouis.edu.hk/en/plans
Others
St. Louis School – UT Health San Antonio Sung Laboratory INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
2021 Hong Kong Island Outstanding Student Award
Guangdong-HK-Macao Greater Bay Area Gifted Creative Writing (Episode on Pandemic) Cup for Year of the Tiger 2022: Silver Award
International Coding Elite Challenge 2022 CodeCombat HK-MO-TW Grand Final (Hong Kong - Secondary Division) Champion
CodeQuest International Hackathon 2021 - First Prize
Speak Up - Act Out on Air Improvised Drama Competition: Champion
Hong Kong Secondary Schools Debating Competition 21-22 HKI & NT Junior Division 1: Term 1 Final 1st Runner-up
73rd Hong Kong Schools English Speech Festival: First Place in Solo Verse Speaking
Inter-school Swimming Competition: 4 x 50m Medley Champion, 50m Breast Stroke Champion
Inter-school Tennis Competition (Division Two): 1st Runner-up
Hong Kong Schools Rowing Championships 2021: Boys' Overall Champion, U14 Boy's Coxed Quadruple Sculls Champion
Mindshift Educational Networking Programme Songwriting Project: Outstanding original song promoting mental health
Mindshift Educational Networking Programme: Outstanding school projects