Semple Memorial Secondary School
✨ Happy Index
Composite score across the happiness indicators applicable to this school (0-100%)
Secondary:10 indicators apply, 3 matched
🎯 Mission
In the spirit of Jesus Christ, we serve the community and provide our students with an excellent and supportive learning environment. Through an enriched curriculum, we nourish our students in the 'whole person' approach, helping them acquire a holistic and balanced development. We also strive to instill in them a desire of searching for excellence and serving others.
📚 Approach & Strategies
The main points are as follows: 1. The educators of university work with our teachers to refine the curriculum. 2. The establishment of an active style of studying, reading and learning support programs as well as a school-based academic award scheme. Emphasis is on catering for learners' differences in junior forms via the implementation of school-based remedial teaching programs. 3. Reforming the curriculum ensures that students have a strong foundation for learning. 4. Promote whole school-approached all-round learning through non-regular courses.
💛 SEN Support
1. A student support team is established to cater multi-faceted needs students might come across in their learning or growth. The team comprises of Special Educational Needs Coordinator, experienced Special Educational Needs Support teachers and student counsellors, they assist the school in establishing school policies such as, school-based teaching adaptation and assessment accommodation, individual education plan and the utilization of learning support grant. With abundant resources, the school aims to assist students in their all-rounded development via academic and social means, as well as boosting their self-confidence and self-esteem. 2. For students who find difficulty in learning, the school has arranged remedial learning groups during long holidays, in hoping students can make …
🎨 Whole-person Learning
Students have the opportunity to choose from over 20 interest clubs and uniform groups. In addition, cross-curricular as well as project-based learning activities are regularly organized. There have been outstanding performances in inter-school activities.
📋 School Data
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| title_supervisor_chairman_of_mc | Mr. |
|---|---|
| title_of_principal | Dr. |
| principal_qualifications_experiences | (Ed.D) |
| imc | Established |
| school_size | 5000 |
| sponsoring_body | International Church of Foursquare Gospel |
| school_motto | To pursue Erudition, Love, Lucidity and Sincerity. |
| parent_teacher_association | Yes |
| student_union_association | Yes |
| school_alumni_association | Yes |
| tsi_no_of_approved_teaching_posts | 44 |
| tsi_percent_of_received_teacher_training | 70 |
| tsi_percent_of_master_doctorate_or_above | 20 |
| tsi_percent_of_special_edu_training | 35 |
| tsi_percent_of_exp_0_4 | 55 |
| tsi_percent_of_exp_5_9 | 19 |
| tsi_percent_of_exp_10_or_above | 26 |
| 2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3 | Religious Education, Chinese Language, Putonghua, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Citizenship, Economics and Society (S.1 and S.2), Life and Society (S.3), Chinese History, Geography, Home Economics, Design & Technology, Computer Literacy, Life Education, Life Planning, Reading, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music |
| 2025_2026_subject_offered_by_english_s1_to_s3 | English Language |
| 2025_2026_subject_offered_others_s1_to_s3 | - |
| 2025_2026_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s6 | Religious Education, Chinese Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part, Citizenship and Social Development, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Chinese History, Geography, Information and Communication Technology, "Business, Accounting and Financial Studies", Physical Education, Visual Arts, Aesthetic Development, Life Planning, Reading |
| 2025_2026_subject_offered_by_english_s4_to_s6 | English Language |
| 2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s1_to_s3 | Religious Education, Chinese Language, Putonghua, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Citizenship, Economics and Society, Chinese History, Geography, Home Economics, Design & Technology, Computer Literacy, Life Education, Life Planning, Reading, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music |
| 2026_2027_subject_offered_by_english_s1_to_s3 | English Language |
| 2026_2027_subject_offered_others_s1_to_s3 | - |
| 2026_2027_subject_offered_by_chinese_s4_to_s6 | Religious Education, Chinese Language, Mathematics, Mathematics Extended Part, Citizenship and Social Development, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, Chinese History, Geography, Information and Communication Technology, "Business, Accounting and Financial Studies", Physical Education, Visual Arts, Aesthetic Development, Life Planning, Reading |
| 2026_2027_subject_offered_by_english_s4_to_s6 | English Language |
| current_year_no_of_class_s1 | 2 |
| current_year_no_of_class_s2 | 3 |
| current_year_no_of_class_s3 | 3 |
| current_year_no_of_class_s4 | 3 |
| current_year_no_of_class_s5 | 3 |
| current_year_no_of_class_s6 | 3 |
| sc_school_fee_s1 | - |
| sc_school_fee_s2 | - |
| sc_school_fee_s3 | - |
| sc_school_fee_s4 | - |
| sc_school_fee_s5 | - |
| sc_school_fee_s6 | - |
| sc_tong_fai_s1 | - |
| sc_tong_fai_s2 | - |
| sc_tong_fai_s3 | - |
| sc_tong_fai_s4 | $370 |
| sc_tong_fai_s5 | $370 |
| sc_tong_fai_s6 | $370 |
| sc_pta_fee | $40 |
| sc_student_union_association_fee | $20 |
| sc_charges_for_non_standard_items | 450 |
| sc_others | - |
| sc_remarks | With the arrangements for our classroom learning activities, our students are divided into groups for efficient teaching and learning. School has made attempts to adapt our curriculum to cater for our students' individual differences. |
| 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 ).Admission Criteria and Weightings for Secondary One (S.1) Discretionary Places: <br>Academic performance: 40%; <br>Interview performance: 30%; <br>Performance other than academic results: 30% (including conduct, service, extracurricular activities performance, internal and external awards, etc.) |
| oa_orientation_activities_n_healthy_life | 1. To enhance the English ability of S.1 students and their ability to master the fundamentals of learning, our school provides all S.1 students with free Enrichment Courses in Chinese, English and Mathematics. Through the free Interest Classes, S.1 Orientation Programme and S.1 Parents' Day, S.1 students will be better prepared for a happy campus life.<br>2. The Environmental and Health Education Committee has been set up to promote healthy living awareness among our students. Related services such as health check and vaccination are also provided.<br>3. The school tuck shop and lunch boxes are closely monitored by a special unit to maintain the health and well-being of our students.<br>4. The Health Ambassador Programme has been in place for years to promote related knowledge to students. <br>5. All classrooms are disinfected on a regular basis. School launches an inter-school cleaning competition every year. |
| school_management_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/mpn185/misc/www/index2.htm |
| school_major_concerns_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/index/customIndex.aspx?nnnid=1 |
| school_major_concerns | Build a caring and inclusive school culture, nurturing students' confidence and self-respect. Guided by the seven virtues, soaring toward our ideals. |
| school_organisation | Teachers participate in policy-making, implementation, and management to realize the spirit of school-based management. The school has established a self-evaluation mechanism to conduct surveys of all teachers, parents, students, allowing stakeholders to express their opinions fully. |
| imc_smc_mc | A Incorporated Management Committee has been established, consisting of: two parent managers, one alumni manager, two teacher managers, one independent manager, and eight sponsoring body managers (including the principal). |
| school_green_policy | There is an Environmental Health and Civic Education Team dedicated to promoting health education and environmental protection. The school has an energy-saving system and energy-efficient lighting. Environmental education is integrated into subjects like Integrated Science and Citizenship, Economics and Society. During lunch, a meal distribution and food waste recycling program are implemented to teach students to cherish food and reduce food waste. |
| learning_and_teaching_plan_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/index/customIndex.aspx?nnnid=1 |
| language_policy | The main points are as follows: 1. We endeavor to strengthen the biliterate and trilingual skills of our students. 2. Our Singapore culture exchange and leadership study tour has built up confidence and has nurtured English skills among students. 3. Small-class teaching has been conducted in junior English language lessons so that students have more opportunity for individualized attention. 4. We organize a wide variety of activities, including English Garden, Western Breakfast, English Week, English game stalls, film appreciation and English cultural exchange activities. |
| school_based_curriculum | 1. Electives: 2X and 3X. In order to meet the learning needs of different students, our school provides students with a wider choice of electives among Arts, Commerce and Science subjects.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: <br>(1) To implement the new NSS curriculum concept, the school offers ten elective subjects in Arts and Science. Students can choose their favourite subjects according to their interest. <br>(2) Small-class teaching has been conducted in English language, Chinese language and Mathematics lessons so that students have more opportunity for individualized attention. |
| major_renewed_emphases_in_the_school_curriculum | 1. Learning Through Reading: Our school believes reading is the foundation of learning and offers library class for all students. Throughout the year, we run “Reading Lessons,” “Reading Credit Program,” “Book Borrowing Leaderboard,” “Book Fair,” and “Thematic Book Introductions.” Both Chinese and English subjects have “Extensive Reading Programs,” “Reading Report Competitions,” and “Online Reading Programs.” <br>2. Interactive Learning Using IT: All classrooms are equipped with smart TV and multimedia computers. An online learning system is also available for teacher-student communication. <br>3. Holistic Learning: Students are given opportunities to connect knowledge and concepts across different subjects, fostering self-learning and collaboration skills. <br>4. Moral and Civic Education: We have Moral Education and Civic Education teams responsible for organizing related activities to cultivate good character and help students become responsible citizens. <br>5. Enhancing Teaching and Learning Effectiveness: Experts from universities, scholars, and teachers from partner schools regularly co-plan lessons and observe classes with our teachers to discuss teaching strategies, aiming to improve students’ learning outcomes |
| life_planning_education | 1. Junior secondary organizes ongoing workshops on self-awareness, goal setting, and learning skills. <br>2. For S3 students’ subject choices, the school holds “S3 Subject Selection” talks, career aptitude tests, and parent talks on senior secondary subject selection. <br>3. For senior secondary, various talks, exhibitions, and visits are arranged to help students understand further education pathways. <br>4. Collaborating with social service agencies, career planning counseling is provided for senior secondary students. <br>5. To broaden learning experiences and equip students with proper attitudes and skills for society, career exploration activities in various industries are arranged for senior secondary students. |
| student_support_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/index/customIndex.aspx?nnnid=1 |
| whole_school_approach_cater_for_learner_diversity | 1. Scholarships and various awards are set up for outstanding academic performance. <br>2. The After-school Child Pilot Scheme is to help the most needy students, and to co-ordinate and integrate after-school learning and supplementary activities for them. <br>3. Elite Training Scheme is offered to high achievers. <br>4. After-school Remedial Classes and Tutorial Classes are provided for less able students. <br>5. Our teachers and peer classmates take good care of students with special educational needs. <br>6. An Educational Psychologist will be stationed at school regularly, providing school-based supporting services. Student helpers will be present to design tailor-made activities related to personal growth, aiming to address learning differences and ensure mental health among 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; and organising activities to create an inclusive learning environment in the school. Teacher will be assisting student during Chinese language writing class. Appropriate assessment tools will be provided, in hoping to monitor the progress of our students and to provide assistance as soon as possible. |
| adaptation_for_learning_and_assessment | In addition to tests and examinations, coursework and projects will be assessed. Assessment accommodation for special educational needs students. |
| home_school_co_operation_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/index/customIndex.aspx?nnnid=1 |
| home_school_co_operation | Since its establishment in 1994, the Parent-Teacher Association has been frequently organizing various kinds of activities. Every year, two Parent Managers are elected to sit on the Incorporated Management Committee. Parent's Day and Parent-Teacher Conference are held regularly to facilitate parent-teacher communication. |
| school_ethos | The main points are as follows:<br>1. Our school values the all-round development of our students, their spiritual education and moral education in particular. Our students are always encouraged to be caring and care for the community. <br>2. Our school has achieved the 'Caring Campus Award' and the 'Excellent Caring Campus Award'. <br>3. Award schemes are promoted to encourage students to work towards their goals. <br>4. Junior form students are assigned the same class teacher for three consecutive years in an effort to foster a sound relationship between teachers and students. The daily form master session also strengthens the communication between them.<br>5. Together with teaching assistants, junior form students are supported and helped to develop good habit of learning in school.<br>6. Teacher-Student activities are conducted to motivate teachers and students to support one another and grow together. |
| future_development_url | http://www.semple.edu.hk/index/customIndex.aspx?nnnid=1 |
| school_dev_plan | 2027-2028 School Development Focus: <br>1. Nurturing Positive samplers.<br>2. Deepening Self-directed Learning, Enhancing Learning Literacy. |
| teacher_pro_training_and_dev | All of our teachers participate in various in-service continuing professional training courses every year. To promote continuing professional development, teachers participate in a variety of staff development programmes, seminars and workshops such as Teacher’s Professional Development Days, collaborative lesson planning, sharing of teaching methodologies among teachers as well as visits to other schools, organized by Teacher’s Professional Development Group. It is believed that in this way teachers are better equipped to cope with educational changes and enhance the effectiveness and quality of learning and teaching. The educators of university, work with our teachers to refine the curriculum. The Chinese Language, English Language and Citizenship and Social Development panels refine the curriculum, collaborating with educators of university. Provides induction support for new teachers and implements a mentoring program. |