Students learn about languages, arts, humanities, and other relevant knowledge and skills extensively across different subjects. This is to cultivate a good cultural horizon and artistic sensitivity. By grouping students based on their learning preferences and aptitudes, every subject adopts flexible and appropriate teaching methods. This does not only cater for different learning needs, but also professionally develop students' interests and broaden their horizons. At the same time, this helps students prepare for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination for enrollment in local universities or other post-secondary institutions.
• What is the school's medium of instruction? Are there classes that use English as the medium of instructions (EMI)?
The school mainly uses Chinese as the medium of instruction. Teaching materials could be adjusted based on learning needs. We have been working with students who previously studied in EMI schools. While we will not provide English notes, exercises or examination papers for individual students, we will assist students with using Chinese materials.
• Will the school provide support for students with lower English proficiency?
Grouping for our English classes is based on proficiency. Students who are less confident are taken care of in a smaller group setting. The school will also adapt teaching materials and methods to help students build their foundation. For additional needs, we will also hire tutors to provide extra-curricular support.
• What are the main features of your curricula?
The school hopes to provide various learning experiences with an emphasis on autonomy, hands-on experiences, and applying knowledge to daily life. We direct our curriculum design based on different learning stages.
Form 4 – acquiring foundational knowledge and skills for self-discovery, engaging in school culture.
Form 5 – Applying foundational knowledge and skills with a focus on deepening and sustaining subject knowledge and aptitude.
Form 6 – Preparing students for public examinations and further studies.
Creative Profession-Oriented Program (CPOP) is our school-based curriculum, which includes four subjects: Design and Visual Communication, Film and Digital Arts, Performing Arts, and Spatial Studies. In Form 4, all students first study the above four subjects in rotation. When entering Form 5, students could focus on one subject in depth.
The program covers the practice of creative skills, research methods, appreciation, and criticism so as to cultivate students' interest, sense, and imagination in various creative media. Students will learn to express ideas in different ways, solve problems, and appreciate various types of work. This is to help them understand themselves and care for the world. For students who aspire to pursue a career in the cultural industry, they will establish a solid foundation for further studies and employment.
DVC｜Design and Visual Communication
To enrich students' understanding and imagination, we place great emphasis on integrating design thinking into life. In order to build students' awareness of visual elements, the course includes, and is not limited to, basic theories of visual communication (such as image structure and color theory, type design and application); methods of observation; design development and evolution; the impact of technology on design and form. Under guidance, students will use the skills learned to respond to social changes with one's own expressions. Adapt to technology and the digital world, students will be exposed to diverse creations.
FVA ｜Film and Video Arts
Through visual appreciation, young people's understanding of space and symbols will be enriched. Cultivating basic visual literacy, thinking, and expression abilities helps establish a diverse cultural outlook. Understanding various artistic and humanistic qualities develops the care for society and people. Basic shooting techniques will be trained. With various equipment, students will develop basic photography, recording and editing abilities. The course responds to the rapid changes in times. Young people will be able to identify different visual media and apply them in the Internet era, developing their capabilities in visual innovation.
SS｜Spatial Studies
We aim to cultivate students' understanding of concepts such as the body, space, and structures. Classes include: three-dimensional model making, material and texture study, engineering drawings, and field visits to local communities for analysis. The course allows students to practice design and explore the relationship between people, environments and cultures. It also covers basic concepts of historical building conservation and cultivates students' interest in communal stories and humanism. Through a brief introduction to the concept of universal design, students can get out of their social circles to understand the composition and needs of different people in society.
PA｜Performing Arts
Students can explore their creativity through basic theater training. Areas include body perception, movements, text analysis, group training, creation, and experimentation. Using the body as a medium, students will create works by integrating space, sounds, texts, images and so on. During the course, students will share and discuss with one another to build confidence. Students will establish their value systems in the process of self-discovery, collaboration, and appreciation for others. Performing arts is about teamwork, which cultivates students' empathy, sense of responsibility and communication and problem-solving skills. Through analysis and practice, students will learn how to present and express themselves with artforms. Some examples are audience engagement, social care and exploration on different daily topics.
The Diploma in Creative Arts (DCA) is a diploma program offered by the school, accredited by Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ). With an emphasis on experiential pedagogy, the DCA centers mentor-student relationships to facilitate collective and diverse learning experiences. Some classes will be conducted in an interdisciplinary manner to integrate learning experiences with subject knowledge on arts and cultures. In addition to classroom lectures, DCA courses also include various learning modes such as workshops, projects, and field trips. They require students to learn, create, and experiment in a hands-on manner, which will lead to learning summary in forms not limited to reports or critique.
Within Hong Kong's local education system, the Diploma in Creative Arts (DCA) is not a direct equivalent to attaining "level 2 in five subjects" in the HKDSE. There are currently, however, eight local tertiary institutions which recognize the DCA. After obtaining the diploma, students can apply for higher diploma or associate degrees at higher education institutions. Therefore, in addition to employment, DCA graduates can also study locally or overseas.
* "Diploma in Creative Arts (DCA)" has been graded as Level 3 within Hong Kong Qualification Framework by Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ). The registration number is 14/002987/L3, valid from 1/9/2014 to 31/8/2026.
Creative Profession-oriented Program (CPOP)
The four main fields in our school-based CPOP constitute the core component of the DCA. Students who hope to obtain the DCA could complete a series of graduation artwork, which could be part of their portfolio for further studies.
English
To enhance students' motivation and interests, we adapt the art, current affairs, popular cultures and mainstream media as teaching materials. Aside from basic literacy training, creative writing is also emphasized. Students could try creating or appreciating literature in English. In addition to classroom lectures, there are workshops, outings, life application, and exhibition visits to establish an authentic context for students to learn about diverse groups and cultures around the world via English.
Humanities Lecture
Designed thematically, the lectures cover two subject units: "Integrated Humanities" and "Chinese Language". Starting from various humanistic frameworks (such as philosophy, literature, cultural studies, psychology, anthropology), students will delve into personal, social, and cultural issues. Under guidance, students will improve their analytical skills, language coherence and expression skills. Classes will be designed to help students explore daily encounters, connect subject knowledge with lived experiences and cultural creations, as well as broaden students' horizons.
Studios
The medium of our studios fall into three directions:
•Aesthetics and traditions
•Arts and Social Applications
•Arts and Critical Media
Students will join a studio for one year. This is to immerse them in an unfamiliar medium in order to acquire specialized skills or expressions. Aside from learning the basics of the chosen medium, students also learn "how to learn" before becoming "confident learners". We encourage students to explore openly, multi-dimensionally and experimentally, which helps deepen their artistic sensitivities and humanistic qualities. From concepts to application in diverse learning contexts, students will establish multi-disciplinary and multi-media visions. Learning outcomes will be exhibited in our Art-Fair.
Hong Kong Studies
During field trips, students will explore and observe urban and rural environments. Students will, among others, acquire various life skills, local cultural knowledge, communication skills, teamwork, and problem solving skills. This is to develop students' wellbeing and sense of self. Teaching activities will take place in the form of mentoring. Mentors will guide students during field trips. Time will partly be spent on outdoor exploration in rural areas, partly in different communal activities. Aside from the mentioned learning outcomes, students will also reflect on issues such as sustainable developments, community history, urban design, and diversity. This is to cultivate empathy and analytical skills.
