Carmel Divine Grace Foundation Secondary School
Carmel Sovereign Grace Secondary School is an aided school located in Sai Kung District. The school accepts both male and female students and is a Band 1 school. The medium of instruction is mainly English. Founded in 1987, the school is organized by Christian Hing Society Limited.
Application for S1 admission:
The school accepts applications for S1 Discretionary Places and participation in the Central Allocation of Secondary School Places System.
Self-allocation and central allocation (Part A and Part B) places in 2024
| Form 1 | Secondary One places | Self-supporting places | Part A places | Part B places | Knock-in Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 132 | 40 | 8 | 76 | 8 |
Admission requirements, criteria and weighting:
- 50% Academic Achievement (Based on the list of applicant's academic rankings provided by the Education Bureau and the school results of P.4, P.5 and P.6);
- 10% Participation and performance in extracurricular activities and community service;
- 10% Intramural and extramural awards;
- 30% Interview performance (Chinese and English language proficiency, personality, attitude, thinking ability and value judgment, etc.).
- Grade B or above in conduct.
School Type
- District: Sai Kung
- School Type: Subsidized
- Student Sex: Co-educational
- School Banding: Band 1
- Medium of Instruction: English as the main language
- School religion: Christianity
School History
- Year of Establishment: 1987
- School Sponsor: Christian Hing Society Limited
- Mission: To provide whole-person education in accordance with the truth of the Bible, so that students can receive comprehensive and quality training in morality, intellectuality, physicality, social skills, aesthetics, and spirituality, so that they can improve their academic abilities, establish and develop their personal potentials, know the true God, understand the true way of life, build up a good character, establish the spirit of self-discipline, and grow in faith, hope, and love, so that they can be able to stand up for themselves in the world when they grow up and care about the country and society, and to glorify the God and benefit the people.
- School motto: Be clear and disciplined, be loyal to the Lord and be kind to the community.
- Management structure: Members of the School Management Committee have many years of experience in the education sector. The school practises school-based management, with different groups and departments responsible for coordinating and developing different projects according to teachers' specialties. The organizational structure is clear and simple, so that teachers can spend more time on teaching and student development.
- Existing Supervisor/Chairman of SMC: Mr. Loo Tsang Shui
- Existing Principal: Tsui Ka-yin
Teacher Information
- Total number of teachers in the school: 54
- Percentage of teachers holding Diploma in Education: 98%
- Percentage of Teachers Holding Bachelor's Degrees: 100%
- Percentage of Teachers with Masters/Doctoral Degrees: 39%
- Percentage of Teachers with Special Education Training: 19%
Teacher seniority:
Percentage of teachers with 0 to 4 years of experience: 28%
Percentage of teachers with 5 to 9 years of experience: 7%
Percentage of teachers with 10 or more years of experience: 65%
Teaching and Learning
Language of Instruction:
The medium of instruction is mainly English.
The subject of Chinese Language Teaching and Learning from S1 to S3 in the 2023-2024 school year:
Chinese Language, Putonghua, Bible, Chinese History, Social Studies, Health Education (S1 & S2)
English Language Teaching (ELT) subjects from S1 to S3 in the 2023-2024 school year:
English Language, Mathematics, Computer Science, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Economics, Music, Design and Technology, Home Economics, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Cross-curricular English Programme (S1)
Secondary 4 to Secondary 6 Literature and Literature subjects in the 2023-2024 school year:
Chinese Language, Civic and Social Development, Chinese History, Bible
Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) subjects from S4 to S6 in the 2023-2024 school year:
English Language, Mathematics, Mathematics (Extended Module 1), Mathematics (Extended Module 2), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Geography, History, Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Accounting and Finance, Information and Communication Technology, Music, Sport.
School-wide language policy:
English is used as the main medium of instruction, with an emphasis on developing students' biliteracy and trilingualism. In order to help Secondary 1 students to adapt to learning in English as soon as possible, the school-based "Interdisciplinary English Program" has been set up; remedial English classes have been set up for Secondary 1 and 2, and English advanced courses have been organized for Secondary 1 to 3 students. A foreign English teacher is also employed to enhance students' English listening and speaking skills through extra-curricular activities and summer English study tours, as well as to give them a first-hand experience of life in the English-speaking world.
In addition, students' Putonghua proficiency will be enhanced through Putonghua lessons and extra-curricular activities.
The Junior High School has school-based cross-curricular reading classes and Chinese and English reading classes to enhance students' reading ability and interest.
Tests and study adaptation measures:
S1-S5: Two standardized tests and two examinations throughout the year, with continuous assessment based on students' work, classroom performance and quizzes.
S6: There will be one standardized test and one examination throughout the year, with continuous assessment based on students' work, classroom performance and quizzes.
Class Establishment:
- Number of S1 classes in this school year: 4
- Number of S2 classes in this school year: 4
- No. of S.3 classes in this school year: 4
- Number of S4 classes in this school year: 4
- Number of S5 classes in this school year: 4
- Number of S6 classes in this school year: 4
School fees:
No Tuition Fee Payment
How is Carmel High School?
The school group Band is a few:
Ranking Estimate Band 1B-1A
School Wind:
Teachers often meet with students after school hours to teach them their homework, understand their aptitudes and psychology, and support their healthy growth. The Discipline Section, Counseling Section, Civic Education Section and school social workers organize various activities, including the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Scheme, Secondary One Life Education Camps, sex education activities and exchange activities at home and abroad, to help students build up a spirit of self-discipline, correct values and sexuality, and to enhance their personal moral standards. We also make good use of the morning assembly and weekly assembly and health education classes to enable students to learn about moral education, family, personal emotions, interpersonal relationship and civic awareness, and to learn to value life and respect others.
Learning and Teaching Strategies :
The junior secondary curriculum emphasizes basic training in Chinese, English and Mathematics and encourages students to read, write and think. The senior secondary curriculum is closely aligned with the junior secondary curriculum. For example, the junior secondary school has a social education subject to develop students' learning skills and their ability to think from multiple perspectives, and the formal and non-formal curricula of the English Language subject at all levels have been infused with the training of language arts and the application of grammar. In line with the Curriculum Reform's goal of "Learning to Learn", teachers are committed to practicing student-centered and competency-based pedagogies in order to nurture students to become lifelong learners. In addition, assessment strategies to promote learning are constantly being developed in all subjects to enhance the effectiveness of learning and teaching.
STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) emphasizes on building a solid foundation of knowledge for students and enhancing their interest in STEM-related subjects. The science and technology curriculum includes various STEM elements, including biotechnology, 3D printing, virtual reality, mBot robotics, and design and fabrication projects, to enhance students' creativity, cooperation and problem-solving skills, and to allow students to extend their learning through participation in projects such as Robotics Teams, STEM Clubs, and STEM Activity Days, etc. Students have won awards in STEM-related competitions. The students' enthusiasm and talent are evident in their success in STEM-related competitions. They are also happy to share their learning with students from other schools and give back to the community.
Teacher professional training and development:
To build a learning community for teachers, providing different channels for peer lesson observation, collaborative lesson planning, classroom research, etc. for colleagues to learn from each other and share resources. Organize teacher seminars, workshops and alumni exchanges every year, and liaise with universities to obtain professional advice and support.
Whole School Participation Model Integrated Education:
The Student Support Working Group, comprising the Deputy Principal, the Special Education Coordinator, the Counseling Officer, a representative from the Academic Affairs Team and the Student Counselor, provides appropriate academic and social support to students in need.
School facilities:
Auditorium, Library, Study Room, English Activity Center, Multi-Purpose Activity Center, Computer Lab, Laboratory, STEM Creative Space, Music Room, Visual Arts Room, Home Economics Room, Geography Room, Design and Technology Room, Computer-Assisted Design Room, Multi-Purpose Learning Center, Vocational Counseling Resource Center, Gymnasium, Campus Television Studio, and Rock Climbing Wall.
School contact information:
- Tel: 27010908
- Fax: 27040404
- Email: [email protected]
- Web site:http://www.cdgfss.edu.hk
- Address: Po Lam Estate, Tseung Kwan O, N.T.
Related information:
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- Carmel Sovereign Grace High School Wikipedia
- Webpage update: January 4, 2024
