Tai Po
Carmel Pak U Secondary School
Address: Estate Secondary School No. 1, Tai Yuen Estate, Tai Po, N.T.
Tel: 26650078
Email: cpu@cpu.edu.hk
Fax: 26621785
URL: http://www.cpu.edu.hk
How to travel to Carmel Pak U Secondary School
Bus: K17, K12, 72X, 73X, 74X, 75X, 271.
About
Carmel Pak U Secondary School is a Aided Co-ed secondary school located in Hong KongThe school was founded in 1979. The school is located in Tai Po, and covers an area of approximately 8000 square meters. The supervisor/chairman of the school management committee is Wu Ting Pang, Sunny Mr.,And the principal is Wong Wai Keung Dr. (BSc, MEd, MAELA, MCS, EdD). The sponsoring body of Carmel Pak U Secondary School is Evangelical School Development Inc Ltd. and is a Protestantism / Christianity school. The mission of the school: "To provide Christian whole-person education, nurturing the moral, intellectual, physical, social, aesthetic and spiritual aspects of the students, and realizing their potentials."School has Parent-Teacher Association,has student union,doesn't has IMC,has old students/alumni associations, the existence of these organizations promotes the cohesion and cooperation of the school community. The motto of Carmel Pak U Secondary School Adhering to the school motto of Self-discipline through the understanding of the Word, Service to mankind through faithfulness to the Lord., encourages students to strive for excellence in academic, moral and personal growth.
Admission Information
Class Structure
Form 1: 4 classes. Form 2: 4 classes.
Form 3: 5 classes. Form 4: 4 classes.
Form 5: 4 classes. Form 6: 4 classes.
^It is important to note that these class numbers may change over time, so students and parents should check with the school for the most up-to-date class structure when applying for admission.
2022-2023
Secondary One Entrance
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 2023 ). Admission criteria:
1. Academic results (50%), 2. Interview (20%), 3. Conduct (10%),
4. Extra-curricular activities (10%), 5. Special achievements, relatives of our students/ alumni/ staff (10%).
2022-2023
Orientation Activities and Healthy Living
Orientation Activities:
1. Bridging Programs
2. Welcome Day and Activity Day
Healthy Life:
1. Plenty of activities for students to enjoy a healthy school life
2. Talks to promote healthy life
2022-2023 Annual Fees
The tuition structure for Carmel Pak U Secondary School is as follows:
∎ Form 1: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 2: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 3: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $0.
∎ Form 4: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $320".
∎ Form 5: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $320".
∎ Form 6: Tuition is $0/year, lecture fee is $320".
The PTA dues are $40" per year.
Student union fee: $15".
The approved charge for non-standard items is $0 per year.
Other charges/fees: $0.
^Please note that the above prices and charges are for reference only and may change over time. Students and parents should check with the school for the latest tuition and related fee details when applying for admission.
2022-2023 Faculty Profile (Including Principal)
Based on 2022/2023 data, Carmel Pak U Secondary School has a total of 55 teachers and 54 approved teacher positions. The qualifications and professional training of teachers are as follows:
∎ Diploma of Education: 91% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Bachelor's degree: 98% of the school's faculty.
∎ Master's degree, doctoral degree or above: accounting for 55% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Special education training: 42% of the total number of teachers in the school.
In terms of seniority of teachers, the data are as follows:
∎ Teachers with 0-4 years of experience account for 24% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 5-9 years of experience account for 0% of the total number of teachers in the school.
∎ Teachers with 10 or more years of experience account for 76% of the total number of teachers in the school.
These data show that Carmel Pak U Secondary School has an experienced team of teachers with diverse academic and professional training. more than half of teachers hold master's, doctoral or above degrees, which will help to provide more in-depth and professional educational content.Also, there are nearly half of of teachers trained in special education, which shows that the school cares about and is committed to students with special educational needs. Their PGCE and BA guarantee they have a good foundation in teaching. In addition, most of teachers have rich teaching experience, and 76% of teachers have 10 or more years of seniority. This means that they have accumulated rich experience and professional knowledge in the teaching field, and can better guide and support the growth of students.These teacher profiles reflect that Carmel Pak U Secondary School has a team of strong and experienced teachers who provide a high quality education to their students.
Subjects offered in the 2022-2023 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Putonghua, Biblical Knowledge, Music, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Design & Technology
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Information & Communication Technology, Integrated Science (F.1 & F.2), Physics (F.3), Chemistry (F.3), Biology (F.3), History, Geography, Life and Society (F.1 & F.2), Economics & Business (F.3)
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese Literature, Chinese History, Citizenship and Social Development (S.4, S.5), Liberal Studies (S.6), Biblical Knowledge, Music, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geography, History, Information & Communication Technology, Economics, 'Business, Accounting & Financial Studies'
Subjects proposed for the 2023-2024 school year
Form 1 to Form 3:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese History, Putonghua, Biblical Knowledge, Music, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Design & Technology
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Information & Communication Technology, Integrated Science (F.1 & F.2), Physics (F.3), Chemistry (F.3), Biology (F.3), History, Geography, Life and Society (F.1 & F.2), Economics and Business (F.3)
Form 4 to Form 6:
Chinese as the medium of instruction:Chinese Language, Chinese Literature, Chinese History, Citizenship and Social Development, Biblical Knowledge, Music, Physical Education
English as the medium of instruction:English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geography, History, Information & Communication Technology, Economics, 'Business, Accounting & Financial Studies'
School Facilities (for Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs)
1. Recreation facilities: 3 basketball courts, badminton court, mini football field, running tracks
2. Information technology facilities: InnoSpace comprising Cyber Hub, InnoLab, and STEAM Cave; computerized library; multi-media learning center
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School Characteristics
School Management
School's Major Concerns:
Please refer to the school website for our Annual School Plan.
School Management Organisation:
In light of the Bible (Luke 2:52), four committees, namely, Academic Affairs, Discipline & Moral Education, Religious Activities, and Extra-curricular Activities, are formed to develop students in wisdom, in stature, and in favour with God and men. Guidance and Award Scheme Committee is set up to guide students in balanced growth and acknowledge their attainments through the Award Scheme.
Incorporated Management Committee / School Management Committee / Management Committee:
The Incorporated Management Committee, with representatives from school sponsoring body, the community, teachers, parents and alumni, is responsible for the management and development of the school.
School Green Policy:
1. Campus planted with lots of trees and flowers.
2. To promote green school life with the help of Class Association and Student Environmental Protection Ambassadors.
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Learning and Teaching Plan
Whole-school Language Policy:
1. English as the main medium of instruction (please refer to the subjects offered in 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 for details);
2. To emphasize biliterate and trilingual proficiency.
Learning and Teaching Strategies:
1. To organize a great variety of academic activities;
2. To join a wide range of academic competitions outside the school so as to broaden students’ horizons and enhance peer learning.
School-based curriculum:
1. Electives: 2X and 3X.
2. Curriculum highlights: We cultivate high-order thinking skills through subject learning.
Development of the Four Key Tasks:
1. Reading to Learn: A wide range of programs, e.g., reading schemes and talks by writers, are organized for the target of language across the curriculum.
2. Information Technology for Interactive Learning: Information technology is effectively applied in learning and teaching.
3. Project Learning: Appropriate amount of projects are assigned to assist learning. Cross-curricular STEAM programs are designed for junior forms. We join a great variety of project competitions.
4. Moral and Civic Education: We promote moral and civic education as well as guide students to care about the country and serve the community.
Life Planning Education:
Career and life planning activities are organized to cater for the needs of students in all forms to foster an entrepreneurial spirit.
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Student Support
Whole School Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity:
1. To motivate students’ participation in academic, moral, religious, and extra-curricular activities through our Carmel Pak U Award Scheme.
2. Enhancements programs for high-achievers and low achievers.
3. To cater for the special needs of students through Student Support Team.
4. To create a caring campus ethos through Student Counsellor Scheme.
Whole School Approach to Integrated Education:
1. The student support team is composed of the Guidance Master, the SEN Coordinator, Chinese language teacher, Liberal Studies teacher, and teaching assistant.
2. We screen out suspected SEN and refer them to educational psychologist for evaluation.
3 With the Whole School Approach, we encourage class teachers, subject panels and teachers to formulate support measures for SEN, and invite parents, school social workers and educational psychologist to attend case meetings for follow-up work.
4. We recruit teaching assistant to provide support services and purchase professional services like social training group and speech therapy group.
5. We provide special examination arrangements for students with SEN and provide a Summary of Support for Student to parents.
Educational Support for Non-Chinese Speaking Students:
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Measures to provide adaptation for Learning and Assessment:
We have suitable amount of tests and examinations to motivate students. Awards are given to students who have attained prescribed standards.
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Home-School Co-operation and School Ethos
Home-School Co-operation:
Parent Teacher Association regularly organizes seminars, workshops, picnics to enhance home-school co-operation.
School Ethos:
We set high standards for student discipline. Through clear regulations and strict enforcement, we cultivate in students a self-disciplined and law-abiding spirit. Our students are praised for their decent behaviours and good attitudes.
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Future Development
School Development Plan:
1. Holding fast to the ideal of Christian whole-person education, we emphasize spiritual formation and aim to infuse virtues and knowledge into students, so they can rectify social evils and contribute to the well-being of society.
2. We cultivate in students a spirit of independent yet communal learning.
Teacher Professional Training and Development:
Teachers participate in EDB training courses and school-based staff development activities.
Life-wide Learning (including Five Essential Learning Experiences to be provided through Key Learning Areas, extra-curricular activities, co-curricular activities, etc.):
1. Activities organized by Student Union, Houses and Form Associations.
2. A great variety of academic, civic & moral education, religious, and recreational activities organized by about 40 extra-curricular activities.
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Others
1. In HKDSEE 2022, each of our students on average got 2.2 level 5 or above, 94.7% met the entrance requirements for Bachelor's degree programmes and 93.2% got offers under JUPAS in which 41.5% were admitted to HKU, CUHK, or HKUST.
2. Extra-curricular Performance: We actively participate in various academic, sports, and music competitions, in which we won many tops prizes. Major prizes won in the last three years include Bronze Medal in Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, Gold Award in Soong Ching Ling Award for Children's Invention, Champion in Hong Kong Student Science Project Competition, Champion in Hong Kong Budding Scientists Award, Champion in The Story of Jao Tsung-I Field Project Competition, Rope-skipping Champion in IJRU Virtual World Championship, etc.