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Kowloon City Baptist Church Hay Nien (Yan Ping) Primary School

Kowloon City Baptist Church Hay Nien (Yan Ping) Primary School
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✨ Happy Index

Composite score across the happiness indicators applicable to this school (0-100%)

64
High

Primary:11 indicators apply, 7 matched

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Kowloon City Baptist Church Hay Nien (Yan Ping) Primary School
Sha Tin ・ Primary ・ Est. 2006
📍 Address
Sun Chui Estate, Shatin, N.T.
📞 Phone
26053811
📠 Fax
26949781
✉️ Email
enquiry@hnyp.edu.hk
⛪ Religion
Protestantism / Christianity
👩‍🏫 Principal
Tao Kim Kwok Kajusa
📅 Founded
2006
👫 Gender
Co-ed
🗣️ Language
Chinese

🎯 Mission

Building upon the spirit of Jesus Christ, and whole-person development, the school aims at providing high quality whole-person education to guide students to learn about God, to cultivate well-rounded characters and to serve our community.

📚 Approach & Strategies

Implement small class teaching, using effective teaching strategies to guide different learning methods, enabling students to acquire knowledge. The school emphasizes learning by doing to cater to diverse learning needs and to cultivate students' self-learning abilities and higher-order thinking skills. Through remedial and advanced courses, the school develops students' potential. Classroom activities utilize cooperative learning to establish a positive learning community. High-quality displays of students' learning achievements enhance their confidence. A variety of assessment strategies are implemented to promote learning through evaluation.

💛 SEN Support

Our school has already set up the Student Support Team and a Special Educational Needs Coordinator is appointed to support integrated education and coordinate SEN programmes such as adaptation of learning and assessment, remedial learning groups, social skills training groups and school-based speech therapy services. Besides, Summary of Support for Student will be given to the parents of SEN students every year.

🎨 Whole-person Learning

No-Homework Day enriches students' learning experience, such as STEM Day, Chinese Culture Day, English Day and National Security Education Day. The gifted class includes activities like English Drama, Choral Speaking, Basketball, Rugby, Maker Entrepreneurship, Chinese Martial Arts , E-orchestra, handbell and African djembe and dance. Also, we hold interest classes, such as Brownies, Little Scientists, Rope skipping, Break dancing, Fencing, Skateboarding and Taekwondo. Exchange tours are held yearly.

📋 School Data

All raw fields from the Education Bureau school profile not shown above.

poa_school_net 88
school_type_1 Aided
school_type_2 Whole Day
imc Established
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members 100%
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mc Dr.
title_of_school_head Ms.
sponsoring_body Kowloon City Baptist Church
school_motto Please refer to the Chinese version.
school_size 4000
through_train_sec_school -
feeder_sec_school -
nominated_sec_school -
school_bus Yes
nanny_van -
parent_teacher_association Yes
school_alumni_association Yes
asc_school_fee -
asc_tong_fai -
asc_pta_fee $30
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items $450 (School Development fee and optimize learning facilities.)
asc_others -
fac_no_of_classroom 26
fac_no_of_school_hall 1
fac_no_of_playground 1
fac_no_of_library 1
fac_special_rooms STEAM Room, Creative Media Production Centre, Library, Campus TV, Music Room, Chinese Culture Art Room, Activity Room, Life Skills Room, English Room, Legoland, Ark Theatre, Heal & Chill Zone, Polar Security Education center ,Religion Room, Conference Room and Counselling Room.
fac_others Accessible Wi-Fi and Intranet; Classroom facilities: air conditioner, Smart TV, projector and computer; water dispenser, ARK café and Rainbow Zone
fac_support_for_specialedu Ramp, Accessible lift and Accessible toilet.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts 34
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training 94
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above 29
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training 70
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4 12
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9 23
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above 65
previous_year_no_of_class_p1 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p2 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p3 3
previous_year_no_of_class_p4 3
previous_year_no_of_class_p5 4
previous_year_no_of_class_p6 4
previous_year_no_of_class_total 16
current_year_no_of_class_p1 1
current_year_no_of_class_p2 1
current_year_no_of_class_p3 1
current_year_no_of_class_p4 3
current_year_no_of_class_p5 3
current_year_no_of_class_p6 4
current_year_no_of_class_total 13
cs_mode_of_teaching Implements small-class teaching, provide remedial classes in upper levels for the main subjects. With two class teachers in each class for catering students' needs. Implement activity-based teaching to enable students to "learn by doing". Sustainable school-based programmes such as English language teaching, STEAM and coding are designed. BYOD policy for P.4-P.6 to enhance self-directed learning.
cs_remarks Assistant teacher is allocated for support in P.1. Native English Teachers enhance P.1 students' English proficiency by teaching phonics. NSE, Life Education, ECA, Life Skill Education, English Hub and after-school tutorial classes are conducted in the afternoon. 1 class in P.4-6 is conducted in PTH in Chinese lesson.
no_of_test_per_year_P1 0
no_of_exam_per_year_P1 2
replace_test_exam_P1 Yes
no_of_test_per_year_P2-P6 0
no_of_exam_P2-P6 3
formulate_appropriate_school_based_assessment_assignment_policy_inform_parents_collect_views_from_teachers_students_parents_regularly Yes
upload_school_assessment_policy_to_school_web Yes
upload_school_assignment_policy_to_school_web No
diversified_assessment Besides quizzes and exams are adopted to assess students' overall performance, meaningful assignments are designed to enhance students' thinking skills and strengthen their knowledge. To revise the effectiveness of teaching and learning, students are assessed through class observation, online assessment, elearning tasks and project learning.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidays Yes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoon Yes
streaming_arrangement One elite class is streamed per level in P.4-6 to take care of the differences in learning between students of different potentials.
no_of_school_days_per_week 5
no_of_periods_per_day 10
duration_of_each_period 30
school_starts_at 8:00
school_starts_at_AMPM AM
school_ends_at 3:15
school_ends_at_AMPM PM
lunch_start_time 1:00
lunch_end_time 1:55
lunch_arrangement Provided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
school_life_remarks Morning reading session, morning exercise, library lesson, Moral and National Education lessons and extra-curricular activities are provided.<br>Students can finish their homework in tutorial lessons and after school homework tutoring class.
school_management_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms//public/index.php3?refid=2891&mode=published&lang=zh
school_organisation Kowloon City Baptist Church, the School Management Committee, the supervisor of the Management Committee and school principal manage all school affairs.
imc_smc_mc The school is now managed by the School Management Committee.
school_green_policy Our school promotes the idea of environmental protection through different learning experiences. We have joined the Solar Harvest 2022 from EMSD., learning hydroponics farming and microalgae. The establishment of a "Nature and Polar Safety Education" center is to enhance students' understanding of environmental conservation and sustainable development. All these are to encourage students to implement green lifestyle , and practice low-carbon living.
school_major_concerns_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=2997&mode=published&lang=zh
school_major_concerns 1. Expanding Value Education for Positive Student Development.<br>2. Making good use of learning time and creating space to facilitate students' learning.
learning_and_teaching_plan_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=2910&mode=published&lang=zh
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum The school is committed to promoting values education, developing life education with different themes and diverse activities during growth classes. It encourages students to participate in national and national security education activities, helping them understand the country and Chinese culture, while fostering a sense of national identity and citizenship. In terms of STEAM education, the school effectively utilizes instructional time to create opportunities for hands-on activities, developing students' common skills and inquiry thinking, as well as promoting independent and proactive learning. A variety of learning experiences are arranged, including life education classes, overseas exchange programs, lectures, and service activities. In English classes, foreign English teachers are arranged to teach phonics and reading strategies, enhancing students' ability to use English. In first-grade classes, English is integrated into music, visual arts, and physical education.
dev_of_generic_skills Utilize diverse teaching and learning methods, along with Life-wide Learning activities to develop students' Generic Skills. Through project-based learning experiences, systematically cultivate students' research skills, collaboration abilities, problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creative thinking and communication skills. Additionally, through online platforms, the campus TV, and after-school STEAM and Creative Media Production activities to enhance students' self-directed learning, self-management and information technology skills.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours 1. With the theme of "HNYP Good Citizen Month" establish a sense of empathy among students, encouraging them to care for the community and society. To promote the positive value of law abidingness and caring <br>2. ⁠"Star of the Class" which is The star of the class is chosen by class teachers each month, class teachers recognize and praise students who have shown improvement in behavior, attitude, or academic performance, helping to build their self-image.<br>3. "⁠HNYP CEO" which students are chosen to become a CEO and have meetings with the principle. They can make suggestions regarding to school matters.
student_support_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=2995&mode=published&lang=zh
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity Our school applies 'Whole School Approach' to enhance catering for student's differences. Besides enhancing classroom teaching, we provide intensive remedial groups, after-school tutorial classes and after-school academic support programmes to students in need.
support_for_non_chinese_students Our school provides additional support for NCS students to facilitate their learning of Chinese: providing after-school support programmes in learning Chinese; appointing additional teacher(s)/teaching assistant(s) to support NCS students' learning of Chinese; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation To cater for students learning diversity teachers hold regular co-planning meetings to adjust learning and assessment based on student needs. Teachers design "tiered worksheets", homework adaptations, speech therapy services and Remedial Class for students of varying abilities. During exams, accommodations such as extended time or alternative assessments are arranged according to individual needs. We have different gifted and support programs to develop students' diverse potentials and better address learning differences.
home-school_co-operation_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=2979&mode=published&lang=zh
home-school_co-operation Our school value Home-School co-operation by holding parents' day, tea gathering, parents meeting and contacting parents through calls regularly. We aim to establish an effective communication of mutual trust with the school. PTA organized parenting educational programmes, various parent-child activities, and sharing information and family tips on childcare and education. Through the volunteer team, we gain the support of parents. Parents actively support school functions and development. Mutual aid group for parents strengthening mutual support among parents and care for their mental health. We work with our parents to create a pleasant and positive learning environment to students.
school_ethos With Christian belief and faith, we aim to build a well-rounded personality for our children. Through teachers' love and care for students, we establish a mutual trusting relationship with our parents. Building a positive and loving campus, we provide a home for students to learn and grow. Our students learn from each other despite their different family backgrounds and their learning diversity. They learn to be considerate and caring. They love their school, respect their teachers and parents.
future_dev_url http://www.hnyp.edu.hk/it-school/php/webcms/public/index.php3?refid=3068&mode=published&lang=zh
school_dev_plan 1. Promote National Education: Enhance the curriculum with elements of national security education to deepen students' understanding of and sense of belonging to their country.<br>2. Implement Positive Education: Foster students' positive values and diverse character traits, including perseverance, diligence, and a spirit of unity.<br>3. Optimize Curriculum Time: Refine curriculum design to encourage interdisciplinary learning and holistic educational activities, thereby enhancing students' overall competencies.<br>4. Strengthen STEAM Education and Technology Integration: Advance students' creativity and problem-solving skills through improved STEAM education and the application of information technology.<br>5. Encourage Reading Education: Cultivate consistent reading habits and information literacy among students to promote lifelong learning.<br>6. Enhance Teacher Professional Development: Improve teaching effectiveness by supporting professional growth, addressing diverse learning needs, and fostering students' holistic development.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev To cultivate an excellent professional teaching team, teachers participate in professional development plans and continuous training based on individual and school development needs. The school provides opportunities for professional growth through school-based training, workshops, and seminars on positive education, national security education, and STEAM. Teachers also engage in lesson observations, collaborative lesson planning, inter-school exchanges, and participate in professional development programs organized by the Education Bureau, enhancing teaching effectiveness and driving overall school progress.

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