SKH Tsang Shiu Tim Secondary School
S.K.H. Tsang Shiu Tim Secondary School is an aided school located in the Shatin District. The school accepts both male and female students and is a Band 1 school. The medium of instruction is mainly English. Founded in 1978, the school is organized by Sheng Kung Hui (Hong Kong) Secondary School, which is a Christian school.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 165 | 50 | 11 | 94 | 10 |
Admission requirements, criteria and weighting:
- 60% Board of Education "Sub-List of Applicants for Student Achievement"
- 30% Interview Performance;
- 10% Student performance in elementary school in the areas of academics, conduct, extracurricular activities, and services accounted for.
School Type
- District: Shatin
- 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: 1978
- Sponsor: Sheng Kung Tsung Tsung (Hong Kong) Secondary School
- Committee Limited
- Objective: To emphasize the balanced development of moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic, and spiritual education based on the Christian faith, so that students can be cultivated in life quality, have a sense of responsibility and belonging to the society, and serve the community, in order to realize the motto of the school: "Wisdom, Perseverance, and Strength of the Community".
- School Motto: Zhi Yi Jian Qun
- Management structure: There is a dedicated committee responsible for various subjects, counseling, discipline, extra-curricular activities, civic education, teachers' professional development, etc. The operation is highly transparent and there is room for independent development of members.
- Existing Supervisor/Chairman of SMC: Chan Ho Yin
- Existing Principal: Wong Yue Tai
Teacher Information
- Total number of teachers in the school: 67
- Percentage of Teachers holding Diploma in Education: 100%
- Percentage of Teachers Holding Bachelor's Degrees: 36%
- Percentage of Teachers with Master's/Doctoral Degrees: 63%
- Percentage of Teachers with Special Education Training: 28%
Teacher seniority:
- Percentage of teachers with 0 to 4 years of experience: 6%
- Percentage of teachers with 5 to 9 years of experience: 15%
- Percentage of teachers with 10 or more years of experience: 79%
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, Chinese History, Religious Education, Putonghua, Personal and Social Education (S1-S3), Life-wide Learning (S3)
English Language Teaching (ELT) subjects from S1 to S3 in the 2023-2024 school year:
English Language, Mathematics, Science, Computer, Geography, History, Home Economics, Music, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Arts and Crafts
Secondary 4 to Secondary 6 Literature and Literature subjects in the 2023-2024 school year:
Chinese Language, Chinese Literature, Chinese History, Civic and Social Development, Extensive Reading in Chinese (S4), Ethics, Ethics and Religion (S4, S5), Integrated Art (S4)
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 and 2, Economics, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Geography, History, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information and Communication Technology, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music, Extensive Reading in English (Form 4)
School-wide language policy:
The school uses English as the medium of instruction (please refer to the information on subjects offered in the 2022/23 and 2023/24 school years for details). There are Chinese, English and Putonghua Clubs. Students' interest and proficiency in language learning are enhanced through active participation in diversified language activities. Students' reading and language self-learning skills are strengthened through the establishment of the Reading Program, the Yau Yee Bookstore and Campus TV.
Tests and study adaptation measures:
Examinations are held twice a year (or once in S6); the overall assessment of students' academic performance includes examinations, regular tests and classroom assignments.
Class Establishment:
- Number of S1 classes in this school year: 5
- Number of S2 classes in this school year: 5
- No. of S.3 classes in this school year: 5
- Number of S4 classes in this school year: 5
- Number of Form 5 classes in this school year: 5
- Number of S6 classes in this school year: 5
School fees:
No Tuition Fee Payment
How is S.K.H. Tsang Shiu Tim Secondary School?
The school group Band is a few:
Ranking Estimate Band 1A
School Wind:
The school's ethos is one of simplicity, and it is committed to fostering self-discipline, courtesy, and discipline among its students. In order to cater for the needs of students at all levels, the counseling team has designed a wide range of activities to help students overcome difficulties in their development in the spirit of discipline and guidance. The "Big Brothers Big Sisters Program" and the "Mentorship Program" in the form of small groups also help secondary school students to adapt to secondary school life as soon as possible.
Learning and Teaching Strategies :
Classroom learning and peer lesson observation are emphasized in teacher development, and teachers are encouraged to interact with each other and pursue continuous learning. An IT Committee has been set up to assist subjects and teachers to enhance the use of IT in teaching and learning.
The computer room is open to students at noon and after school to facilitate effective learning. To facilitate effective learning, the computer room is open to students at noon and after school. An exhibition corner is set up to display students' assignments on a regular basis, which not only provides positive encouragement to students, but also strengthens the sharing culture. Courses are organized according to students' abilities and needs.
Within the school structure, each subject develops an annual plan which includes teaching objectives, teaching activities, homework policy and assessment. The development of learning and teaching in each subject is improved through the cycle of "Plan", "Do" and "Review".
Through the Chinese and English reading programs and the establishment of the "Yau Yee Bookstore", students' reading and language self-learning skills have been strengthened; and a morning reading period has been set up to promote the development of good reading habits among students.
Teacher professional training and development:
Future focus will be on increasing teacher expertise in incorporating independent learning into middle and high school curricula.
Whole School Participation Model Integrated Education:
- A Learning Support Group comprising two social workers, educational psychologists, teachers, etc. was set up to provide support to students with special learning needs.
- Teaching assistants are hired to help students with special learning needs.
- Speech therapists are employed to provide therapy and training to students in need.
- Purchase services such as "Social Groups" to provide training for students with special learning needs.
- Training on IE was organized for teachers; IE topics were infused into the school curriculum and a Whole School Approach was adopted to support students with SEN.
School facilities:
The school is well-equipped with a two-storey covered volleyball court, a student activity room, a chapel and a multi-media computer learning room. In addition, the Tsang Wing-sun Lecture Hall is equipped with state-of-the-art audio and computer facilities, providing students with a brand-new venue for lectures, performances and live broadcasts on campus television, and serving as a platform for them to express their strengths. The newly remodeled STEM room helps to stimulate students' creative potential.
School contact information:
- Tel: 26975566
- Fax: 26922146
- Email: [email protected]
- Web site:http://www.skhtst.edu.hk
- Address: 6 Tak Hau Street, Wo Che Estate, Shatin, N.T.
- Sheng Kung Hui Tsang Shiu Tim Secondary School Wikipedia
- Webpage update: January 4, 2024
