Shatin Methodist Primary School
School Type
District: Shatin
Primary One School Net: 91
School Type: Subsidized
Student's gender: male and female
Medium of Instruction: Chinese, Mandarin and English
School religion: Christianity
One Dragon Secondary School:-
Directly affiliated secondary schools: -
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School History
Year of Establishment: 1989
School Sponsor: The Methodist Church, Hong Kong
United Church
Objective: To develop holistic education in the spirit of Christ; to cultivate a fruitful life through the proclamation of the Gospel.
School Motto: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is intelligence.
Management structure: School-based management has been implemented since 1995 with a number of working groups responsible for monitoring and assisting school development.
Existing Chancellor/Chairman of SMC: S.K. Tsang
Existing Principal: Chu Man-kuen
School fees:
No Tuition Fee Payment
Teacher Information
Total number of teachers: 58
Percentage of Teachers holding Diploma in Education: 100%
Percentage of Teachers Holding Bachelor's Degrees: 100%
Percentage of Teachers with Master's/Doctoral Degrees: 46%
Percentage of Teachers with Special Education Training: 27%
Percentage of teachers with 0 to 4 years of experience: 12%
Teachers with 5 to 9 years of experience Percentage: 21%
Percentage of teachers with 10 or more years of experience: 67%
Class Establishment:
Number of Primary One classes in this school year: 4
Number of Primary Two classes in this school year: 4
Number of Primary Three classes in this school year: 4
Number of Primary 4 classes in this school year: 4
Number of Primary 5 classes in this school year: 4
Number of Primary Six classes in this school year: 5
Total number of classes in the 2023-2024 school year: 25
Classroom teaching model:
1. We implement small class teaching, emphasize teacher-student and student-student interaction, and make good use of questioning, discussion, and group activities to promote active learning. 2. We make use of the Learning Support Allowance to employ teachers and assistants to provide collaborative teaching and individual guidance for students in need. In addition, we organize homework guidance classes in collaboration with external organizations to enhance students' learning skills.
Placement in classes:
Grades 1-3 are divided into classes based on student achievement and behavior, while grades 4-6 are divided into one elite class with a gifted and talented curriculum to enrich the learning experience. The entire first grade is a Cantonese-medium class, while grades 2-6 are divided into a Mandarin-medium class and a Cantonese-medium class, with Putonghua classes and classes taught by foreign teachers.
Number of tests and examinations:
No. of Annual General Tests: 0
No. of examinations for the whole year: 3
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School Wind:
We emphasize the whole-person development and character development of our students, who grow up in a harmonious campus life of mutual care and acceptance. To implement Christian Life Education, using the Life Growth Class as the blueprint for teaching materials, so that students can systematically learn the true meaning of life education and grow up in a caring culture, building up positive values and a positive attitude towards life. Encourage parents to participate in school activities by acting as parent managers to monitor the implementation of school policies, lunch supply, school bus service, tender review, etc., as well as participating in school activities such as athletic meets, trips, etc., so as to promote the whole-person development of students in concert with the school.
Learning and Teaching Strategies :
Morning prayers, hymn singing and morning exercises are arranged every week to nurture the healthy development of students' body, mind and spirit. In addition, diversified book activities and co-curricular activities are organized to cultivate students' reading habit and diversified development. Organize trips, sports events, visits and overseas exchanges for students to broaden their horizons and experience learning. Design cross-curricular activities to enhance motivation and independent learning. Through high presentation, sharing and cooperative learning, students of different abilities are allowed to make presentations to enhance their learning motivation through mutual collaboration and exchanges, so as to strengthen the effectiveness of mutual observation and learning; in addition, experts from different fields are utilized in the school to inspire the different potentials of students.
Life-wide Learning:
English and Cantonese Drama, Math, Speech, Debate, Science Exploration, Aerial Photography, Computer Programming, Choir, Rhythm Band, Recorder Team, Orchestra, Rock Climbing, Rope Skipping, Rugby, Dodgeball, Basketball, Soccer, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Wushu, Creative Dance, Chinese Dance, Wall Painting, Ceramics, Painting, Sand Painting, Handicrafts Classes, Scouting, Fellowship, Journalism, and Domestic and International Exchange.
Course Tailoring and Adaptation Measures:
Grades P.4-6 are equipped with curriculum adaptations to meet the learning needs of students of different abilities. In addition, grades P.1-6 are equipped with homework adaptations and worksheets for different levels of ability to enhance students' learning effectiveness.
Educational support for non-Chinese speaking students:
Home school cooperation:
The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) was established in 1996 to enhance home-school cooperation and communication through activities and seminars. The Parent Volunteer Team often assists in school affairs and builds partnerships for the healthy growth of students.
Environmental Policy:
Each subject group conducts environmental education through the school's "Environmental Education Pathway" and has set up an environmental ambassador team service group to learn about organic farming and environmental protection and promote it to other students, in an effort to promote environmental education.
School facilities:
Number of Classrooms: 27
Number of halls: 2
Number of playgrounds: 2
Number of Libraries: 1
Special Rooms: English, Computer, Visual Arts, Music, Ceramics, Game Counseling, Parent-Teacher Interaction Room, Small Groups, and Fellowship Room.
School Bus: None
Nanny van: Yes
School contact information:
Tel: 26366533
Fax: 26494329
Email: [email protected]
Web site:http://www.smps.edu.hk
Address: Kwong Yuen Estate, Shatin, N.T.
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Webpage update: January 4, 2024
