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Tung Tak School

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✨ Happy Index

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

73
High

Primary:11 indicators apply, 8 matched

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Tung Tak School
Yuen Long ・ Primary ・ Est. 1954
📍 Address
Shing Mun San Tsuen, Kam Tin, Yuen Long…
📞 Phone
24761101
📠 Fax
24747045
✉️ Email
tungtak@ttsch.edu.hk
⛪ Religion
Not Applicable
👩‍🏫 Principal
Ngan Hoi Ming
📅 Founded
1954
👫 Gender
Co-ed
🗣️ Language
Chinese

🎯 Mission

We adhere to a rigorous attitude towards running schools and strive to nourish students. We are rated highly for our purity and simplicity. Besides teaching students knowledge, we focus on the cultivation of moral character. With the school discipline, we hope that students develop the correct values and contribute to society in future.

📚 Approach & Strategies

We develop quality school-based curriculum and focus on experiential learning, promoting life-wide learning, curriculum integration and cross-subject projects to enrich students' learning experience. Students learn by doing. The Forest Course helps students face challenges in nature and build their resilience. Teachers equip students with higher-order thinking skills. Remedial classes are conducted after school. Various kinds of training are arranged to help students realise their potential and meet their needs. We run ISE English programs in KS1 and hire NET to boost students' reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Overseas study tours are arranged to broaden students' horizons.

💛 SEN Support

1. We design tailor-made curricula and assessments for students with professional reports of Special Educational Needs (SEN). 2. Besides written assessments, we make use of diversified assessments. 3. School-based Educational Psychology Service is offered. 4. Enhanced School-based Speech Therapy Service is offered. 5. We set up groups to enhance students' social skills and boost their concentration and literacy. 6. We form reading groups to enhance students' reading skills.

🎨 Whole-person Learning

1. Activities: Forest Course, arts, musical instrument performances, dancing, skateboarding, basketball, drone, roller skating, and cub scouts. 2. After-school activities: track & field, fellowship, football, IMC, English drama, and violin class 3. Saturday activities: aesthetic and physical activities, marching band, baking, literacy class 4. Others: reptiles keeping, hiking, cycling, canoeing, adventure ship, and study tours.

📋 School Data

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

poa_school_net 74
school_type_1 Aided
school_type_2 Whole Day
imc Established
training_compliance_rate_supervisor_managers_smc_chairperson_members -
title_supervisor_chairman_of_mc Mr.
title_of_school_head Principal
sponsoring_body Tung Tak School
school_motto Loyalty, Love, Diligence and Thrift
school_size 4500
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 $50
asc_charges_for_non_standard_items $300 (Fees for Specific Purposes)
asc_others $30 (Replacement of Student Card)
fac_no_of_classroom 6
fac_no_of_school_hall 1
fac_no_of_playground 2
fac_no_of_library 1
fac_special_rooms 8 in total (a STEAM room, a language room, a music room, a Visual Arts room, a multi-purpose room, a counselling room, and two karaoke rooms)
fac_others Our colourful campus has a quadrangle with a garden. The Bus Library promotes reading interest. New multi-purpose rooms accommodate various classes.
fac_support_for_specialedu Ramp, Accessible toilet, Tactile guide path and Accessible public information / service counter.
previous_year_tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts 16
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training 82
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above 32
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training 67
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4 27
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9 23
previous_year_tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above 50
previous_year_no_of_class_p1 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p2 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p3 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p4 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p5 1
previous_year_no_of_class_p6 1
previous_year_no_of_class_total 6
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 1
current_year_no_of_class_p5 1
current_year_no_of_class_p6 1
current_year_no_of_class_total 6
cs_mode_of_teaching Being inspired by Finnish education, we advocate experiential learning. We specially designed the 'Forest Course' to equip students with problem-solving skills in nature. Curriculum integration and project learning are conducted. With only one class in each grade, students can actively participate in class and interact with others. The NET carries out activities to improve their English ability.
cs_remarks -
no_of_test_per_year_P1 0
no_of_exam_per_year_P1 0
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 Yes
diversified_assessment There are three exams throughout the academic year (P.2-P.6) (Instead of exams, diversified assessments will be introduced for P.1 students). Performance in the major subjects is assessed through progressive evaluation. We also conduct classroom observation, questionnaire analysis, field trips, project learning activities, practical assessments, etc., to enhance students' learning effectiveness.
avoid_test_exam_after_long_holidays Yes
arrange_timetable_flexibly_tutorial_session_in_afternoon Yes
streaming_arrangement Small group instruction is implemented in Chinese, Maths and English (P.1-3). Students are grouped based on their abilities. ISE curriculum has been trialled out in P.1-3 by the NET since 19/20. The English-taught GS and Maths courses are offered to cater for students' learning needs.
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 3:30
school_ends_at_AMPM PM
lunch_start_time 12:40
lunch_end_time 1:40
lunch_arrangement Provided by designated supplier and arranged by parents.
school_life_remarks Sports: We participate in the 'School Sports Programme' and set up special sports training sessions at all grades, which are taught by external professional coaches, to enhance students' knowledge and skills in different sports, including Kung Fu, roller skating, unicycling, swimming, and dodgebee.
school_management_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
school_organisation Under the leadership of the Incorporated Management Committee and the principal, the school administration framework is divided into four departments: school-based management, learning and teaching, school ethos and student support, and extra-curricular activities. Each department is led by a head of the department.
imc_smc_mc The Incorporated Management Committee of Tung Tak School was established in September 2008.
school_green_policy 1. We use air-conditioners with a Grade 1 Energy Label and compact fluorescent lamps. 2. We hold two-week-long environment-related activities every school term to raise students' environmental awareness. 3. We formulate various 'green' guidelines, such as saving electricity, paper and water, waste separation, and recycling old school uniforms and books. 4. The environmental protection theme book fair allows students to go green happily.
school_major_concerns_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
school_major_concerns Our first major concern is to 'establish moral values and nurture positive values in students'. We promote positive culture and gratitude through different activities, such as 'Grateful Moment' and counselling activities. At the same time, we focus on student learning and strengthen learning activities both inside and outside the classroom to create diversified learning experiences and enhance value education.
learning_and_teaching_plan_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
major_renewed_emphases_pri_edu_curriculum Our school makes good use of lesson time to create space, adopts formal classroom teaching in the morning, and provides homework guidance and different forms of learning activities in the afternoon to enrich students' learning experience and promote whole-person development; all key renewal and development projects are systematically integrated into teaching, such as school-based Forest Course, all-round learning experience, moral teaching, information literacy knowledge and STEAM education. Learning experiences inside and outside the classroom are combined, and they are naturally connected with various subjects. Book bags are provided to promote reading interest. Furthermore, to meet the needs of students with different aptitudes, our school has also vigorously improved the school environment. In addition to the existing STEAM teaching facilities, roller skating, skateboard rinks, and bicycle facilities are also set up to meet the different needs of students.
dev_of_generic_skills Through designing quality classes and activities such as project learning, curriculum integration, multiple intelligence programmes, and Forest Course, etc., students' life-wide skills are developed. We also adopt activity approach and use information technology to cultivate their problem-solving, collaborative and higher-order thinking skills.
cultivation_of_proper_values_attitudes_and_behaviours With reference to the guidelines of the EDB, our school is committed to developing students' values and attitudes to cope with the challenges and trials of life in the future. Through the e-Award scheme, we encourage students to practise good behaviours and develop good character. Weekly assemblies, life education lessons, and class teacher time are held to help students develop positive values through interesting activities. Positive values are also systematically infiltrated into lessons and activities. Teachers and students work together to decorate the campus and create a positive atmosphere.
student_support_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity 1. We utilize the 'Early Identification and Intervention Programme' for P.1 Students with Learning Difficulties, such as the use of visual cues. 2. Summer adaptation activities are arranged to help students make transitions smoothly from kindergarten to P.1. 3. Worksheets with different levels are designed and remedial classes are offered to students in need in Chinese, English, and Maths. 4. We arrange after-school homework tutorials, remedial classes of the core subjects and learning groups for students.
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; arranging intensive Chinese learning and teaching mode(s), e.g. pull-out learning if necessary, split-class/group learning, etc; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school. Special grouping classes are arranged for P.1-P.3 students, and students are arranged to study according to their Chinese proficiency.
curriculum_tailoring_and_adaptation 1. We promote high-quality teaching by conducting the Integrated 'Read & Write' programme in P.1-P.3 Chinese lessons. We provide the International Stream English program (P1-3), which are taught by our NET teachers. 2. Saturday Chinese remedial classes are provided to NCS students.
home-school_co-operation_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
home-school_co-operation 1. Parent-child activities are held regularly. 2. The opinion of parents is collected and reflected by the PTA. 3. Our school is monitored by the Parent Managers who advise the school. 4. Parent education is provided. Personal growth problems of students can be solved by parents in collaboration with teachers. 5. We engage in the improvement of lunchboxes served to students. 6. We handle students' issues through collaboration with parents.
school_ethos Our school is rated highly for its positive school ethos. We implement a school-based counselling programme, aiming at nurturing our students to be positive thinkers with good character. With the spirit of 'Positive Mind, Positive Vibes, Positive Life', we cultivate empathy and gratitude in students. Teachers, parents and students are boned well. We collaborate with parents to improve the teaching approaches and hold events to create harmony.
future_dev_url http://www.ttsch.edu.hk
school_dev_plan 1. Establish moral values and cultivate positive values in students:<br> a. Enhance teachers' professionalism, build a team of teachers with a positive growth mindset, and consolidate a culture of appreciation and sharing.<br> b. Cultivate students' positive values and attitudes through a full range of activities and formal and non-formal curriculum.<br> c. Strengthen parent education and enhance parents' understanding and practice of positive values education, so as to promote good parent-child relationships.<br>2. Create diversified learning experiences centred on student learning to enhance value education:<br> a. Make good use of learning time and create space to enrich personal learning experiences.<br> b. Enhance the reading atmosphere and develop lifelong learning skills.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev We establish a structured professional learning community to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and learning. English teachers engage in the S4ALL Drama scheme and NET Scheme in Primary Schools. General Studies teachers engage in the Quality Education Fund Thematic Networks to develop school-based science activities while VA teachers implement 'Love Enlightenment' program in collaboration with Sun Culture Fund. The systematic school-based professional development for teachers is arranged, which creates a professional atmosphere.

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