North
Tin Ka Ping Secondary School
Address: 1 Wai Hon Road Fanling
Tel: 26731778
Email: tkpss@web.tkpss.edu.hk
Fax: 26737730
URL: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/
How to travel to Tin Ka Ping Secondary School
Bus: 270A, 270B, 270P, 270S, 273A, 273D, 277P, 278P, 278X, 279X, 678, 978, A43, N42A, N73, T270, T277
Minibus: 502
About
Tin Ka Ping Secondary School is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1994. The school is located in North, and covers an area of approximately 7000 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is Tin Wing Sin Mr.,And the principal is Chan Yee Hon Mr. (Bachelor of Science, Diploma of Education, Master of Education) by the Chinese University of Hong Kong. The sponsoring body of Tin Ka Ping Secondary School is Tin Ka Ping Foundation and is a non-religious school. The mission of the school: "Quality Education for Leaders of Tomorrow."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 Tin Ka Ping Secondary School 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:
Performance in school: 60% (assessment on academic results, conduct, co-curricular activities, awards and services);
Interview: 40% (assessment on courtesy, dressing, verbal responses, comprehension and analytical ability, communication skills, creativity, interests, general knowledge, sense of current affairs and knowledge of our school);
All applicants will be interviewed.
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
During the summer vacation, there are English Enhancement Programmes for students of various levels and Orientation Programmes for S.1 students and their parents. In September, a Discipline Training Camp for S.1 students is held to help students establish good learning habits and create a disciplined yet pleasant school life. The school provides an all-round education. School activities such as Sports Day, Swimming Gala, school picnic, culture day, cross-border interflow activities and various life-wide learning activities, service learning and academic talks are held regularly. For the development of the physical well-being of the students, apart from PE lessons, morning exercise is part of the school routine. Guidelines are set for the school tuck shop and the lunch supplier concerning the quality of food. The importance of balanced diet is also emphasized.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for Tin Ka Ping 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 $400".
∎ Form 5: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $400".
∎ Form 6: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $400".
The PTA dues are $20" per year.
Student union fee: $15".
The approved charge for non-standard items is Top-up Accident Insurance Premium: $28<br>Classroom equipment improvement fee: $300 ($150 each term) 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, Tin Ka Ping Secondary School has a total of 70 teachers and 65 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 84% 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 44% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 21% 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 37% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 10% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 53% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that Tin Ka Ping Secondary 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 53% 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 Tin Ka Ping 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 Language, Chinese History, Putonghua (S.1 & S.2), Life Education, Life and Society (S.1 & S.2)
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Sciences, History (S.2 & S.3), Geography (S.1 & S.3), Technology Education (Business Module) (S.3), Computer Literacy (S.3), Computer and Technology (S.1 & S.2), Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Literature, Life Education, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4, S.5), Liberal Studies (S.6)
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part (Module 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, Information and Communication Technology, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Putonghua (S.1 & S.2), Life Education, Life and Society (S.1 & S.2)
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Sciences, History (S.2 & S.3), Geography (S.1 & S.3), Technology Education (Business Module) (S.3), Computer Literacy (S.3), Computer and Technology (S.1 & S.2), Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Literature, Life Education, Citizenship and Social Development
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part (Module 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, Information and Communication Technology, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
School History Gallery, i-Classroom, Computer Room, Technology Education Workshop, English Corner, Student Activity Centres, Senior Visual Arts Room, Career Guidance Room, Chinese Culture Promotion Room, Putonghua Room, Band Room, Liberal Studies Room, Self-Directed Learning Room and so on. All classrooms are equipped with computers, visualizers and LED TVs which are installed to promote reading and to dispatch school news.
Ramp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
School Theme for the year:
"To cultivate, to empower, to cherish"
Major concerns:
1. To strengthen students’ self-management and self-directed learning (SDL) capacity;
2. To nurture students’ positive values.
School Management Organisation:
Our school is directly managed by Tin Ka Ping Foundation. We have adopted the principles of quality management.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Incorporated Management Committee was set up on 11th August 2006 rooted in the principles of student-oriented education. Our school-based management is formed with well acclaimed professionals. Members are Mr Tin Wing Sin (Chairperson), Professor Cheung Chi Keung, Miss Cheung Peggy Po Yee, Mr Lau Hak Heung, Professor Lee Kit Bing, Miss Shek Yuk Yu, Professor Leung Koon Shing, Professor Ng Fei Yin, Miss Yam Yuk Kuen, Mr Wong Chu Leung, Mr Chan Yee Hon (Principal), Mr Chung Wai Tak, Mr Law Ka Lun, Mr Lau King Hang
School Green Policy:
To nurture students' consciousness in treasuring the environment, larger scale of tree-planting and the construction of a fish pond were carried out. Students' sense of environmental protection is further enhanced with the Life Education, school air-conditioning policy and other activities. Moreover, we have received over HK$1.5 million from the Environment and Conservation Fund to implement the "on-site meal portioning". By doing so, we can avoid using disposable containers and reducing food waste. The amount of food served can be flexibly adjusted according to individual students.
Details: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/v2/010_about/010-110_report/010-110_report.php?sid=fm9p90eo8u204jo69vv8ajr1b2
Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
EMI teaching has been adopting in all forms in our school (except Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Literature, Putonghua, Life Education, Liberal Studies and Citizenship and Social Development). To create a positive English learning environment, various English learning activities are organized regularly to allow students to use English effectively in different contexts. Some of the afternoon assemblies and announcements are delivered in English. Co-curricular activities such as Tinspiration (An English anthology produced by students), English drama, and those organized by English Society give students more opportunities to practise English. English overseas study tour is organized every year so that students are provided with greater exposure in English speaking environment to lay a good foundation in English. Teachers of all subjects adopt cross-curricular teaching and learning approaches, and strategically promote the English Supplementary Reading Scheme. The introduction of cross-subject English Study Modules enhance students' confidence in learning English.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
Emphasis is laid on students' learning attitude, learning skills and learning effectiveness. Teachers make good use of IT facilities in their lessons. We especially stress the teaching of Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics and Liberal Studies, which are the fundamental subjects for students. Moreover, by adopting Life and Society, Life Education and Co-curricular activities, students' generic skills, basic subject knowledge and learning skills can be enhanced.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 3X. Senior forms students study 3 electives. Junior forms school-based curriculum includes Computer and Technology.
2. Curriculum highlights: Students will be encouraged to practice through participation in both internal and external competitions pertinent to their interests and abilities, thereby bringing their talents into full play and stretching their potential. Curricula will be tweaked while collaborative teaching will be conducted to cater for the learner diversity. Furthermore, after-school activities such as web-based learning project, enhancement classes, strive-for-improvement classes, junior form English bridging classes and overseas study tours will be arranged with a view to broadening students' horizons, enhancing their interest in learning, and refining their learning outcome.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
To encourage students to learn through reading, the Reading Promotion Unit is formed. A wide range of programmes are regularly organized. Apart from book exhibitions, writers are invited to share their experience in reading and writing. School-based reading programmes being held are 'My Plan for Reading', ERS, CERS and Reading Session scheduled in the school timetable. All classrooms and special rooms are equipped with computers, also with LED TVs and visualizers. Teachers may utilize different software for interactive teaching and learning activities. There are Computer Room, Language Laboratory and Technology Education Room in which different software is available for enhancing teaching as well as individual learning. Project learning is an on-going practice adopted in the school for the junior forms. A school-based curriculum is developed with tailor-made material kits to engage students in learning knowledge and skills systematically while developing an appropriate sense of value in life and habits of mind associated with lifelong learning. School assemblies, co-curricular activities, voluntary services, student leadership training and life education are arranged regularly with a purpose of nurturing the students' qualities to be citizen of the time. With the development of teacher-student relation, a well-disciplined and joyful school campus is developed. This year, with the introduction of the dual class-teacher system to S.1 to 5 classes, teacher-student relationship will be further enhanced. Teachers' better understanding of the students' need and personal potential favour the development of effective teaching.
Life Planning Education:
Our school conducts school-based survey related to study or occupational choices to organize programmes/activities on career exploration, including a wide range of career and university visits, alumni sharing, Job Taster Programs and School-based career talks. Moreover, we also provide a career and life planning curriculum that enables all students to have a holistic understanding of their achievements, qualities, aptitudes, abilities and personal/ career aspirations and therefore students could formulate medium and long term goals and career/learning targets. Furthermore, we provide advisory services for senior students. We advise students individually and/ or in groups, identify their career development problems and needs and coach them to find, develop and review their personal plans and career goals. Also, we help students to acquire basic work and life skills. Interview skills workshops and career related workshops are organized to advise students in their career related experiences and develop appropriate work attitude.
Details: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/
Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
We adopt whole-school approach and dual class-teacher system to cater for individual differences of students. Meanwhile, we provide remedial tutorial programmes systematically in junior forms for three major subject studies, viz. Chinese, English, and Mathematics, to supplement students’ learning and enhance their learning effectiveness. Moreover, constructivist and co-operative learning, which has been implemented recently, is also an effective method to cater for learner diversity.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
We have an Inclusive Education Unit to facilitate the SENs-related work in a whole-school approach. We help the SENs integrate into campus life and prepare them for careers by enhancing their learning capacity, social skills, expression and linguistics training etc. The work includes evaluation by the educational psychologists from the EDB, a tailored study plan for students in need, group training, peer counseling, career guidance, outreach activities and so on.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
We have adopted continuous assessment for many years and it is proved to be effective to enhance students' learning.
Details: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/
Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
Liaison with parents: Through close collaboration with parents, our school provides an all-round education for students, establishes a firm platform for teaching at school and encourages the active participation of parents as volunteers, who know and serve our school.
School Ethos:
Discipline & guidance are inseparable to establish a disciplined school life and a good teacher-student relationship. Student organizations are set up to enhance communication among students.
Details: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/v2/020_organisation/020-180_pta/index.htm
Future Development
School Development Plan:
We implement Self-directed Learning (SDL) school-wide and adopt Constructivist and Co-operative Learning (CCL) for S.1 - S.2 students in four main subjects, namely, Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics and Life and Society. According to researches Co-operative Learning is an effective way to enhance students’ learning. Students learn interactively from one another as they come with different backgrounds, personalities and learning abilities. And they learn from others’ viewpoints by helping each other, consolidate learning and reflect on what has been taught. Mutually benefited through cooperative learning, students show a raised learning interest and deepened understanding of concepts.
In carrying out SDL this year, we will focus on reinforcing students’ lesson preparation, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of classroom instruction. We will optimize collaboration among students through building up Highly Effective CL Base Groups. With regard to teaching, we will put effort to train up seed teachers so that they can facilitate CCL implementation in their subjects and coach other teachers to further acquaint themselves with SDL concepts. Teaching exchange among staff is thus expected with an eye to sharpening one another’s teaching skills. Furthermore, we will continue to optimize the curriculum of junior forms in order to achieve better bridging with that of senior forms. To further improve the efficiency in SDL of students, QEF has aided, to setup a 'SDL room' and Online learning resource bank.
In addition, we implement e-Learning and Enriched IT Programme to equip our students with in-depth IT knowledge so that they can be prepared for the demand of a digitized Hong Kong.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
Most teachers have received professional training in teaching and most of them are continuing their studies.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
There are more than 50 different co-curricular activities in various aspects for students. Professional tutors are responsible for leading some of the activities. In addition, there is a Chinese Culture Awarding Scheme which helps promote and develop appreciation of Chinese Culture to students.
Details: http://web.tkpss.edu.hk/v2/010_about/010-110_report/010-110_report.php?sid=2clh9b545afbcqfek6sib9nqd3
Others
1. Dr. Tin Ka Ping Chinese Culture Awarding Scheme is held to promote Chinese culture to all students comprehensively;
2. Discipline Training Camp is held to all S.1 students to help develop self-manageability;
3. Voluntary service training programme is organized for students to uplift students' sense of responsibility to society.