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The primary and secondary division curricula are taught primarily in English, with an emphasis on developing students’ proficiency in both Chinese and English, as well as in three languages overall. In the primary division, the Chinese language is taught in Putonghua, while the General Studies subject is delivered using a bilingual approach. The school also offers elective courses that allow students to explore different languages and cultures, fostering their growth in a multicultural environment. The campus provides an excellent language learning environment and organises various language learning activities to enhance students’ communication skills and strengthen their language abilities, thereby building their confidence.

 

The primary division Chinese language curriculum focuses on cultivating students’ appreciation for Chinese culture and literature. Through the recitation of simple classical poetry, it aims to enhance students’ literary appreciation and moral education. In English language studies, students read a variety of texts and genres according to their different learning stages and engage in personal reading, reading aloud, and writing programmes. The use of Graded Readers further enhances students’ interest in learning English. In the junior secondary division, the English curriculum includes a Literature Module that teaches students diverse genres including poetry, short stories, and novels. Language Arts and Literary analysis helps students understand that learning a language involves not only grammar, structure, and parts of speech, but also serves as a tool for experiencing culture and history, as well as recognising the different ways in which the English language is expressed across various genres. They also promote students’ critical thinking, writing skills and identification of writers’ craft. The school offers a range of activities, such as the English Society, Toastmasters, debate teams, and English drama, to create a rich learning environment and enhance students’ English proficiency.

 

Reading enhances students’ language skills, enriches their experiences, broadens their horizons, cultivates their character, develops their imagination, and provides enjoyment. The school boasts a rich collection of books and features a spacious and elegant library where students can enjoy the pleasure of reading. Additionally, the school encourages a love for reading and promotes continuous reading through a wealth of physical books and e-book collections, as well as diverse reading activities such as book fairs, reading clubs, and literary events, all aimed at expanding students’ reading perspectives.

 

The school also encourages junior primary division students to create picture books, allowing children to express themselves more effectively through language and art. The school assists students in publishing their picture books and encourages upper primary and secondary division students to write by offering a dedicated creative writing programme. Students’ written works are compiled and published in anthologies, which enhances their sense of pride and confidence, helping them become lifelong learners who are passionate about reading and diligent in their creative pursuits.

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