Tuen Mun
Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School
Address: No. 8, Wong Yin Street, Tuen Mun, N.T.
Tel: 24666802
Email: mail@yotcwsf.edu.hk
Fax: 24629369
URL: http://yotcwsf.edu.hk
How to travel to Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School
Buses: 57M, 960, 961, 66M; LRT (Shek Pai stop): 610, 615, 505, 615P.
About
Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1985. The school is located in Tuen Mun, and covers an area of approximately 8000 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is MO Chi Sing Andrew, BH Mr.,And the principal is LAU Pik Shan Ron Emily Ms. (B.S., Dip.Ed., M.A.,F.E.). The sponsoring body of Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School is Yan Oi Tong Ltd. and is a non-religious school. The mission of the school: "Provide an all-round education and foster a culture of excellence.' We attach great importance to moral education and developing a culture of loving and caring. We are also committed to reviewing and improving curriculum and pedagogy to provide our students with opportunities for life-wide learning and equipping them with skills to be self-regulated and independent life-long learners."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 Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School Adhering to the school motto of Propriety, Justice, Honesty, Honor , 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 ).Admission criteria and weightings for Discretionary Places Allocation: Academic performance: 50% ; Conduct: 15% ; Interview: 20% ; ECA & Services: 15%
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
In order to help F.1 students adapt to their secondary school life, we organize summer bridging courses and a Smart Teen Camp (to foster self-discipline and confidence). For F.2 and F.3 students, we organize positive thinking psychology courses to raise self-understanding and resilience among students. The Guidance Committee appoints student ambassadors to help junior form students adapt to their new school life. Theme-based activities are organized across the forms with different small task groups and personal counseling services. We encourage students to join various extra-curricular activities and provide them with subsidies so that students’ potentials will be fully actualized.
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial 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 $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 $20" per year.
Student union fee: $10".
The approved charge for non-standard items is 310 per year.
Other charges/fees: Fees are collected in the form of Collections and Payment Transfer. Learning activities which will be charged include ECA, study tours and printing fees. However, the school may provide subsidies..
^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, Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School has a total of 61 teachers and 61 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 27% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 42% 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 40% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 8% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 52% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary School has an experienced team of teachers with diverse academic and professional training. Also, there are nearly 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 52% 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 Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial 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, Mathematics*, Science*, Chinese History, Integrated Humanities, Computer Literacy, Visual Arts, Design & Technology, Home Economics, Music, Putonghua, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Mathematics and Math Extended Part Module 1, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4, S.5), Liberal Studies (S.6), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information & Communication Technology, Chinese History, Geography, History, Tourism & Hospitality Studies, Economics, "Business, Accounting and Financial Studies", Visual Arts, Health Management and Social Care (S.4), Chinese Literature (S.4, S.6), Design and Applied Technology (S.5, S.6), Career Planning & Management Programme, OLE Programme, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Mathematics*, Science*, Chinese History, Integrated Humanities*, Computer Literacy, Visual Arts*, Design & Technology, Home Economics*, Music, Putonghua, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Mathematics and Math Extended Part Module 1, Citizenship and Social Development, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information & Communication Technology, Chinese History, Geography, History, Tourism & Hospitality Studies, Economics, "Business, Accounting and Financial Studies", Visual Arts, Health Management and Social Care (S.4, S.5), Chinese Literature (S.4, S.5), Design and Applied Technology (F.6), Career Planning & Management Programme, OLE Programme, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
Our campus is spacious and 80,000 square feet in size. Facilities include a café, recording studio, Technology Learning Centre, a Chinese culture study room, a teahouse, a mock-up hotel room, a modified STEM bus, INNO@CHANWONG Lab, a gymnasium, 2 multi-media computer laboratories, a language learning centre, a library, a multi-media learning centre, study rooms, group discussion rooms, various special rooms, a students' activity centre, a multi-purpose court for football, basketball volleyball. All classrooms are wired for wireless and an access to support IT in education.
Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
1. Maintain the professionalism of teaching staff and promote their pursuit of excellence in order to pass on the school culture;
2. Better utilize the e-Learning teaching skills and assessment data to promote student learning through re-sharpening of learning and teaching strategies;
3. Extend the school’s caring culture, instill positive values towards life in students and broaden their horizons.
School Management Organisation:
We have set up the Incorporated Management Committee (IMC) and embrace the spirit of school-based management. With an open management model, we stress the leadership of Principal, teachers’ participation in school management. The decentralization of power, the sharing of administrative work, the spirit of teamwork and the development of teachers' leadership are the characteristics of the culture of our school administration and management. Our teaching staff are all degree holders and professionally trained. They are also experienced and attach great importance to providing care and support to students.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The IMC consists of the following members: Representatives from Yan Oi Tong, teachers, parents and alumni, the Principal, scholars and professionals from different fields. The Committee has the highest authority over the school, deliberating on and passing the working plans of the school, annual reports, budgets and other reports as well as the hiring, appraisal and promotion of teachers.
School Green Policy:
We promote a green culture among students by greening the school campus. Various projects and activities focusing on cultivating students' awareness of environmental conservation are organized, such as installing a composting machine for food waste, setting up a little organic farm, installing solar and wind energy systems, etc., to let students understand the importance of renewable energy and the sustainable development of society.
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Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
We strive to enhance the bi-literate and tri-lingual abilities of students. iPads are regularly used to facilitate English learning. Differentiated instruction is implemented in junior forms so as to consolidate the foundation of students' English language learning. A team of NETs are employed to provide small group, authentic English language oral communication opportunities for students. Also, the setting-up of Café de Chan Wong provides an authentic learning environment for our students. Other English related learning activities include English Morning Assembly, English Week, overseas study tours, etc. The Language Across Curriculum approach is adopted so as to maximize language learning opportunities. Students are also encouraged to participate in School Speech Festivals. Besides, English is the medium of instruction for Mathematics and Science subjects in junior forms for some students so as to prepare them well for further education.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
We promote self-regulated learning and teaching strategies by implementing ‘Learning Guide’ and ‘Flipped Classroom’. With the implementation of cooperative learning strategies, skills like collaboration, problem-solving, communication, etc. are enhanced. IT in education is also greatly promoted and BYOD policy has been implemented. Various apps and software are used to facilitate learning and teaching. Also, timely feedback and targeted attention can be provided to students. We attach great importance to teachers' professional development and leadership. Learning circles are formed in all subject panels. Peer lesson observation and collaborative lesson planning are arranged to ensure quality teaching. Small class teaching and co-teaching are organised in order to further reduce teacher-student ratio so as to strengthen students’ learning. In addition, there are student support teachers, after-school tutorials and revision groups. Afternoon lessons are specially set aside for self-regulated learning and DSE preparation. There are 2 Diverse Learning Weeks to promote life-wide learning. Students are highly encouraged to join different learning activities with subsidies provided.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 2X and 3X. There are a total of 13 elective subjects.
2. Curriculum highlights: 1. Electives: 2X and 3X. There are a total of 13 elective subjects. 2. Curriculum highlights: The school-based curriculum is designed with the vision of nurturing students with four qualities, namely CWSF, the school initials and acronym for C-Creative, W-Well-rounded, S-Self-regulated, F-Far-seeing. (1) All subject panels devise their school-based curricula to cater for the specific needs of our students. (2) Differentiated Instruction is implemented in junior English lessons so as to better cater for different learning needs of students. (3) OLE Programme and Career Planning and Management Programme are offered in senior forms in order to enrich students' learning experience. (4) Diverse Activities Programme is offered in F.1-2 curriculum so as to promote all-round development. (5) STEAM programme is offered in F.3 curriculum in which the state-of-the-art technology is taught.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
1. Reading to Learn: Reading across Curriculum approach is adopted. Various schemes and activities are organized, such as Afternoon Reading Scheme, Extensive Reading Award Scheme, reading sharing session, book fair, inter-school writing and book report contests. 2. Information Technology for Interactive Learning: e-learning is widely promoted in all subjects and tablets is regularly used. The latest online platforms, apps and software such as Google Classroom, PowerLesson 2 and LoiLoNote, etc are used to promote self-regulated learning while Kahoot, Ed-puzzle, etc. are used to facilitate interactive learning and teaching. 3. Project learning: It is implemented in F.2 on the topic of ‘My Museum’. Through designing their own museums, skills such as communication, collaboration and creativity are enhanced. 4. Moral and Civic Education: The Moral and Civic Education Committee have been set up to plan and promote the moral education during the morning assembly, weekly assembly, class teacher's periods. Also, students will participate in various community services such as flag-selling, charity walk, visiting the elderly homes and study trips. The setting up of elder academies can optimize the use of existing resources at school. Students may enhance communication with the elders through participating in the activities of the elder academies. This will not only expand the social network of the elders and students, but also promote intergenerational harmony and rapport.
Life Planning Education:
Please refer to the "Others" field.
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Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
Students are assigned to classes based on their academic needs and interests. Various enrichment and remedial classes are organized to stretch and support the diverse learning needs of our students so as to cultivate a caring, harmonious and healthy school environment. Assessment papers are also designed in two parts: standard level and challenge level. Certain subjects offer 2 sessions of papers with different difficulty levels. The Student Support Team provides support measures, including a Peer-tutoring program, Speech therapy service, tailor-made materials and appropriate examination settings. The education psychologist and social workers assess and counsel students with educational needs. Life education activities are arranged in morning assemblies, weekly assemblies and class teachers’ periods.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
Please refer to the "Others" field.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
To cater for students’ learning, diversity and support SEN students, curricula are tailored and special examination settings are arranged. Also, we help students to apply for special arrangements in DSE when needed.
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Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
The objectives of the Parent-Teacher Association are to strengthen the links between the school and parents to enhance communication; discuss the affairs of mutual interest and provide support for schools; improve student welfare and learning environment. Our parents actively involve in and support our school activities, such as Fundraising Day, Sports Day, Graduation ceremony, etc. which is conducive to a better parent-school cooperation. There is a parent manager in our IMC who participates in formulating school policies.
School Ethos:
The school attaches great importance to discipline and students are generally well-behaved. Our mission is to provide an all-round development and a culture of excellence. In accord with the school motto, which embraces Propriety, Justice, Honesty, Honor, our school is committed to cultivating student discipline through organizing a series of training programmes in the junior form years to foster self-discipline and independence among students. We adopt a whole school approach to nurturing our students. By assigning two class teachers in junior forms, the school’ s social worker and education psychologist, dedicated teachers from the Discipline and Counselling committees, it is hoped that all students develop self-discipline and are able to achieve their fullest potential. The Student Development Committee (SDC) coordinates the resources of the various committees and groups such as Discipline, Counselling, ECA, Civic and Moral Education, Careers Guidance, Health Education and Student Union for a more a holistic approach and efficacious use of all available resources. The SDC has also put in place a work scheme to systematically match students with appropriate services and activities. We also explore various external resources to support student activities.
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Future Development
School Development Plan:
With the school-based curriculum development, we are committed to helping our students become individuals of outstanding character and virtue – C W S F (Creative, Well-rounded, Self-regulated, Far-seeing). At the same time, our school is committed to building a conducive learning environment and an effective school-based curriculum to support our students' all-around development.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
We organize 6 staff development sessions every year and the themes are related to the school's major concerns. In addition, teachers are encouraged to participate in training courses, workshops and seminars held by EDB, HKEA, and various universities in Hong Kong. We also work closely with these
organizations to collaborate on lesson planning and conduct professional lesson observations to advance the efficacy in teaching and pastoral care.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
2 Diverse Learning Weeks are held every year. There are more than 40 activity groups, including academic associations, sports teams, interest clubs and uniform groups. Our school teams of basketball, handball, volleyball, etc. performed outstandingly and won champions in Tuen Mun Inter-school Boys Handball Competition (U19) and Girls Volleyball Competition (U19). Under our 'One athletic/artistic skill for one pupil' scheme, we also provide subsidy for students to participate in extra-curricular activities. Besides, we arrange scores of visits, field trips and study tours both to China and overseas countries so as to widen students' horizons. We also promote STEM education and encourage students to participate in various competitions. In 2022, our STEM team was awarded the third class award in Lunar Exploration (senior forms) in Chinese Youth Aerospace Competitions.
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Others
1. The school uses resources effectively to support students’ academic development, personal growth and participation in extra-curricular activities. Resources include funding from Project WeCan, which was launched by The Wharf (Holdings) Limited, Life-wide Learning Fund, YOT Choi Wong Ling Ling Education Fund, etc.
2. We have been working hand in hand with CUHK and Harbour City in order to enhance learning and teaching strategies. We also provide various activities and study tours for students so as to broaden their horizons.
3. Over the past few years, our students have been selected to take part in the Green Adventure organised by Yan Oi Tong. Places visited include Arctic, Antarctica, Mount Everest, Kenya, Amazon and Taklamakan Desert.
4. We strive to provide quality learning facilities for students. The Language Learning Centre offers an ideal space for e-learning and self-regulated learning. The library has been refurbished to meet modern learning and teaching needs. The INNO@CHAN WONG and STEAM LAB which will be in use this year provide state-of-the-art learning facilities in order to equip students with skills for the future.
"Life Planning Education":
The Career Guidance Committee is responsible for promoting the career planning and management among students. The aims are:
1. let students understand themselves and plan their future.
2. provide necessary information to keep students abreast of the latest development of further studies, vocational training, career opportunities and trend in the working world.
3. explore various ways for students' further studies.
4. enhance their decision-making and career actualization skills. Eventually, students will be able to plan their career path and continue to revise their life goals.
The Committee designs different life planning courses and activities for students at each level so that they are informed comprehensively. In addition, career counselling services are provided to individual and groups of students. Weekly meetings, talks and newsletters are held and issued to increase students' awareness of career planning. Visits to various tertiary institutions are organized. Regular overseas study tours are held to let students
experience education outside Hong Kong. Job tasting activities are arranged which allow students to experience the real workplaces in different industries.
"Whole School Approach to Integrated Education":
1. Policy: The school strives for building an inclusive culture and support students with special educational needs via a whole-school approach. Through a better allocation of resources, we provide timely and diverse support to students so that their learning effectiveness can be enhanced and they can fit into the school life; we attach great importance to parent-school cooperation. Through establishing a regular communication mechanism and various ways of communication, such as Student Support Summary, case studies, we draft student support strategies with parents.
2. Resource: EDB provides an additional fund to support students with special educational needs.
3. Support measures and Resources Allocation:
- set up a Student Support Team whose members include SEN Coordinator, SEN teachers, Counselling & Guidance Mistress and department heads; -through co-teaching and support services provided by SEN teachers in a classroom, students’ learning diversity is better addressed; -organize after-school class in which counsellors and teaching assistants provide help regarding schoolwork for students with special needs;
- provide special arrangements in learning and assessments for student with special educational needs. Record students' learning progress and report it to parents in due course;
- arrange various activities to reinforce the culture of an integrated school life;
- set up a career planning team to provide counselling to students with special educational needs; - strengthen our counselling service, hold various activities focusing on social skills, e.g. adventure-based activities, interest groups, peer counselling so as to improve their communication skills and confidence.