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Pui Ying Secondary School

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40
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Pui Ying Secondary School
Southern ・ Secondary ・ Est. 1879
📍 Address
55 Wah Fu Road, Wah Fu Estate, Pokfulam…
📞 Phone
25503632
📠 Fax
28758633
✉️ Email
info@puiying.edu.hk
⛪ Religion
Protestantism / Christianity
👩‍🏫 Principal
Chan Chun Yin
📅 Founded
1879
🏷️ School Type
Aided
👫 Gender
Co-ed

🎯 Mission

Our school practises Faith, Hope and Love in Christ to achieve students’ full potential. In order to enable students to strive for excellence, we are committed to promoting students’ moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and spiritual development through whole-person education.

📚 Approach & Strategies

A student-centered approach is adopted as our school prioritises students' abilities and interests to boost their academic achievements. The junior form curriculum caters students’ diverse needs. After-school tutoring support is provided as one of the support strategies in differential teaching, to maximise student’s potential. The school offers various subjects in senior forms, including Applied Learning, to cater different learning interests. Extensive Reading programs are promoted to foster a love for reading and enhancement in language abilities. Reading reward coupons are rewarded to students for them to redeem their favourite books during school book fairs. BYOD is promoted to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness through technology, fostering inter-class interaction, self-dir…

💛 SEN Support

The school provides various support and services to foster an inclusive and harmonious campus culture. External services, including speech therapy and social training groups, are available to meet diverse student needs. The Student Support Team, consisting of a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), trained teachers, educational psychologist and social workers, collaborates with frontline teachers to enhance teaching standards to tiered support students. We employ a school-based approach with flexible resource allocation to support students with special educational needs. Core subject teachers adopt differential teaching strategies, emphasise and consolidate key teaching points to tiered support students, consolidating their foundations. Home-school cooperation is highly valued, w…

🎨 Whole-person Learning

Our school is dedicated to organising a wide range of activities to cater to the diverse learning needs of our students. We strive to broaden students’ horizons, inspire their potential, and encourage them to explore various opportunities, thereby building self-confidence and fostering aspirations for success. The activities are categorised into religious, academic, service, sports, arts, recreational, and personal growth domains. Examples include media production, golf, commercial photography, and youth volunteer groups. To ensure all students benefit, these diverse learning activities have been incorporated into the formal timetable, requiring every student to participate in at least two activities during the designated multi-learning periods. Additionally, we actively promote Life-wide…

📋 School Data

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school_size 4000
sponsoring_body The Hong Kong Council of the Church of Christ in China
school_motto Faith, Hope, Love
parent_teacher_association Yes
student_union_association Yes
school_alumni_association Yes
tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts 37
tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training 81
tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above 23
tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training 67
tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4 63
tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9 14
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2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3 Chinese Language, Putonghua, Life Education, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Life & Society, Science, Mathematics, Chinese History, Information & Communication Technology, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music, Creativity Education & Technology, Home Economics
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2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s6 Chinese Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Module, Citizenship and Social Development, Chinese History, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Geography, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Visual Arts, Life Education, Physical Education, Other Learning Experiences
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2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3 Chinese Language, Putonghua, Life Education, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Life and Society, Science (S.2 – S.3), Mathematics, Chinese History, Geography (S.2 – S.3), Information & Communication Technology, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music, Creativity Education & Technology, Home Economics.
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2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s6 Chinese Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Module, Citizenship and Social Development, Chinese History, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Geography, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Visual Arts, Life Education, Physical Education, Other Learning Experiences
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current_year_no_of_class_s3 3
current_year_no_of_class_s4 2
current_year_no_of_class_s5 2
current_year_no_of_class_s6 2
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sc_school_fee_s2 -
sc_school_fee_s3 -
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sc_school_fee_s6 -
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sc_tong_fai_s4 $340
sc_tong_fai_s5 $340
sc_tong_fai_s6 $340
sc_pta_fee $50 Admission Fee, Annual Fee $30
sc_student_union_association_fee $15
sc_charges_for_non_standard_items Non-standard facilities and improvised teaching facilities $450
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sc_remarks -
oa_s1_admission Our school will accept discretionary places. Our school will participate in the Secondary School Places Allocation System through central allocation stage (Applicable for admission to S.1 in September 2026 ).Academic performance (30%), Conduct (25%), Extra-curricular activities (15%), Interview performance (30%).
oa_orientation_activities_n_healthy_life Orientation Day for 'New Secondary One Students and Parents is arranged to foster parents' and students' understanding of the school. The 'Secondary One bridging course’ and 'Promotion to Secondary One Oriented course’ comprise a diversified learning bridging programme for new Secondary One students. These orientation weeks not only aim to help new students understand and adapt to secondary school life, but also to give them an opportunity to refresh and consolidate their previous learning outcome, as well as to prepare them for new challenges. The School organises large scale activities, expert talks, diversified group activities, curriculum integration, and class-based management strategies to cultivate positive values and attitudes among students. In addition, the School can refer boarding services to students in need.
school_management_url http://www.puiying.edu.hk/sch_ch/sch_ch.htm
school_major_concerns 1. Focus on students' whole-person development, foster proactive and positive attitudes.<br>2. Raise the effectiveness of learning and teaching of foster the active learning atmosphere among students.<br>3. Build a caring school culture, develop optimism in students.<br>4. Cater for students' learners' diversity to help them realise their potential as early as possible to flourish in society.
school_organisation The School Sponsoring Body manages the School professionally. It has a clear vision and is dedicated to student growth. It advocates communication at all levels for the benefit of maximising the learning experience of students. It also supports a comprehensive appraisal system to drive the professionalism and quality of the teaching team.
imc_smc_mc The IMC, comprising church ministers, retired and serving school principals, university professors, university management board members and alumni; supervises the planning and management of the educational policies, finance and human resources of the School.
school_green_policy We value Environmental Education. Activities are organised systematically to arouse the environmental awareness of students. Waste recycling is actively implemented. Recycling bins are provided in the classrooms and playgrounds. Recycled paper is used for printing and air conditioners are used responsibly.
learning_and_teaching_plan_url http://www.puiying.edu.hk/intro/intro.htm
language_policy The School primarily adopts mother-tongue teaching and focuses on enhancing our students' competency in English. The English department strives to promote an English learning environment, such as organising Summer Immersion Programmes in Vancouver and the UK, to provide more opportunities for students to be exposed to English. Putonghua lessons are arranged in junior forms to nurture the fluency in Putonghua and raise their confidence in communicating with others.
school_based_curriculum 1. Electives: 2X. (Art, Science and Commerce subjects are provided for students to choose from)<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: <br> (1) Junior form curriculum is diversified and After-school tutoring support lessons are provided to cater for students' learning diversity.<br> (2) Senior form curriculum not only offers core subjects and electives, but also OLE and Applied Learning.
major_renewed_emphases_in_the_school_curriculum 1. Moral, Civic and National Education: Our school's value education team is in place. The twelve priority values and attitudes: "Perseverance", "Respect for Others", "Responsibility", "National Identity", "Commitment", "Integrity", "Benevolence", "Law-abidingness", "Empathy", "Diligence", "Unity" and "Filial Piety", are integrated into all subject lessons and other related learning experiences. This nurtures students' positive values and attitudes to face challenges in the future.<br>2. Learning through Reading: Reading strategies and skills are taught in language classes to boost students' learning ability. Moreover, our school invites guest speakers from different sectors regularly to give reading club sharings. Not only can this cultivate students' interests in various disciplines, but also extends their reflections on, and understanding of life.<br>3. Project Learning: To exert students' self-learning capabilities and develop their generic skills, our school has annual subject-based or cross-subject project learning, engaging students in constructing knowledge actively and broadening their horizons.<br>4. Information Technology for Interactive Learning: Various teaching apps or software are promoted to teachers regularly. Teachers are encouraged to upload and share teaching materials to facilitate students' self-learning, and sharing of learning outcomes to achieve effective interactive learning.
life_planning_education In order to cater for students' diverse needs at different learning stages, the school provides appropriate, holistic life planning education and career guidance. This includes life planning seminars, career guidance strategies, selection of selecting subjects, workplace experience, workplace sharing with experts and the business sector as well as different types of services. Teachers in charge of Career and Life planning Education maintain continuous professional development to strive for professional counselling.
student_support_url http://www.puiying.edu.hk/intro/intro.htm
whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity Language Enhancement Classes: These classes support students with weaker language proficiency, helping them strive for academic excellence.<br>Study Groups: Within each class, students are divided into smaller study groups to encourage self-directed learning and reinforce their understanding of the curriculum.<br>Scholarships and Financial Aid: Various scholarships and financial assistance schemes are available to subsidize students participating in academic exchange programs.<br>After-school enrichment classes are also offered to provide the best preparation for admission to tertiary institutions.<br>Catering to Individual Needs:<br>Differentiated Teaching: Group teaching is implemented in junior forms, while medium- and small-class teaching is introduced in senior forms to lower the teacher-student ratio, addressing the diverse learning needs of students. Senior students select elective subjects based on their interests and abilities to achieve optimal learning outcomes.<br>Specialised Support Services:<br>1. A speech therapy group supports students with language difficulties.<br>2. A social skills group enhances students’ interpersonal abilities.<br>3. Multiple on-site social workers provide counselling services and organise guidance activities.<br>4. Adaptation programmes and English courses are specifically designed to assist newly arrived students in adjusting to school life.
support_for_non_chinese_students Our school provides additional support for NCS students to facilitate their learning of Chinese: appointing additional teacher(s)/teaching assistant(s) to support NCS students’ learning of Chinese; developing school-based Chinese Language curriculum and/or adapting learning and teaching materials; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school.
adaptation_for_learning_and_assessment Various types of assessments are implemented. Regular tests, assignments, oral reports, experimenting activities and project learning are included to assess the overall academic performances of students. Students can track their learning progress clearly. To consolidate students’ learning outcome, 2 uniform tests and 2 examinations per year are arranged. Post examination evaluation days are arranged to provide feedback for students, review learning and teaching effectiveness and adjust teaching strategies accordingly. Our school adopts competence-based class grouping policy to reduce learner diversity within classes. This policy is also an effective way for teachers to adapt the curriculum, design appropriate assignments to consolidate students’ learning and teaching effectiveness.
home_school_co_operation_url http://www.puiying.edu.hk/parents/parents.htm
home_school_co_operation The school has developed a partnership with parents in trust and openness. In order to let parents understand more about the learning situations of their children, they are encouraged to participate in the School's administration. The school organises various kinds of forums, including S.1 new students and parents' orientation day, PTA Annual General Meeting and breakfast meetings with the principal. To coordinate with the development of Other Learning Experiences (OLE), a number of diversified activities are organised for parents and students. For example, family day trips, Christmas gathering, educational talks, and different types of interest courses and workshops. Apart from giving out scholarships and financing students' extra-curricular activities, the PTA also prepares cards and gifts for teachers during Teachers' Week. Furthermore, a volunteer team is set up by the PTA to organise charity events and assist school functions.
school_ethos The school fully implements a caring yet disciplined, campus culture with a harmonious relationship between teachers and students. With the student-centred mission in mind, all teachers, social workers and the educational psychologist cooperate to provide the most suitable support for students.
future_development_url http://www.puiying.edu.hk/intro/intro.htm
school_dev_plan 1. Promoting academic and diversified learning development (e.g., drone technology education, entrepreneurship education, and a Chinese herbal garden) to foster successful experiences. <br>2. Implementing positive education to enhance self-confidence and resilience.
teacher_pro_training_and_dev To align with curriculum reforms, all teachers in our school have consistently participated in seminars and workshops organised by the Education Bureau, sponsoring bodies, and other educational institutions. Furthermore, the school conducts multiple professional development days each year, offering various training programmes. Academic experts and representatives from the Education Bureau are invited to hold lectures and workshops, aiming to enhance teachers’ professional knowledge and skills.<br>Our school has always placed significant emphasis on collaborative teaching. For many years, whole-school collective lesson planning sessions have been implemented, with subject panel heads leading discussions among subject teachers to co-design lesson plans and share teaching achievements. Additionally, teachers are encouraged to engage in peer lesson observations, either within the same subject or across different subjects, followed by comprehensive reviews and evaluations. This fosters the sharing of teaching experiences, ultimately improving teaching effectiveness.
fac_no_of_classroom 34

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