ENGLISH


Introduction
The English language curriculum aims to help students lay a good foundation in learning English and pave the way for independent and lifelong learning with effective communication of knowledge, ideas, values, attitudes and experiences.

　 

　 
Objectives

  • Enhancing students’ learning efficacy and their reading and writing proficiency
  • Developing learners’ generic skills, values and attitudes and exposing them to rich learning experiences
  • Using a learner-centred and a task-based approach
  • Catering for learner diversity
  • Creating a language-rich environment
　 


Characteristics 　

    • Native English-speaking Teacher (NET) Programme
      • P1-P3 Space Town Literacy Programme
      • P4-P6 Drama Programme
        　 
    • P1-P3 Space Town Literacy Programme
      The Space Town Programme is an enhanced version of the PLP-R/W. The programme consists of lessons with the NET in the English Room and also GE lessons which take place in the classroom with the local English teacher. Different reading and writing skills are taught interactively in the lessons. Phonics strategies are also introduced in a systematic way throughout the programme. E-learning, self-directed learning and self-evaluation are incorporated to enhance students’ learning. Students can develop a wide range of reading and writing strategies as well as metacognitive skills which help them become aware of their thinking process.


      Let’s learn some new words!
      Let’s make and taste some porridge!

       

    • P4-P6 Drama Programme
      NET conducts P4-P6 drama lessons with local English teachers throughout the year. Each class has two lessons every two cycles. The NET and the local teacher implement some drama activities in the lessons which provide opportunities for students to speak so as to improve their speaking skills. To prepare students for the year-end English drama shows, the NET also teaches drama skills through different activities like voice projection, facial expression and stage movement.

      Body Alphabet – What word are we making with our bodies?

       

      Practising facial expressions
      　 
 
 
    • Native English-speaking Teacher (NET): Mr. Adam

      My name is Mr Adam. I am from South Africa. I originally planned to come teach in Hong Kong for one year but after getting a taste of the rich culture, delicious food and the never ending list of activities to do in Hong Kong, I decided I could not leave. So here I am seven years later!

      I love the outdoors so at weekends you can usually find me running, hiking or relaxing with a good book at the beach.

      Teaching is my passion and I love working with children! As a teacher, I am very patient, kind, and welcoming. I build rapport easily with my students. I believe education is a passport to a student’s future and I do everything I can to help each of my students to reach their full potential both in and outside of the classroom. I get immense joy from seeing my students progress through the years and I can’t wait to teach you guys this year!

 
 
  • Native English-speaking Teacher (NET): Mr. Tinaye

    My name is Tinaye Chirema. My parents are from Zimbabwe, the southern part of Africa. Most of my family members currently reside in Australia. I did my university studies at Midlands State University and further pursued my teaching certificate with an American World TEFL accrediting Commission.

    I have a passion for kids and I have been teaching as a NET teacher in mainland China for 5 years. I then moved to Hong Kong in 2021 and I’m now staying here with my family. I really enjoy teaching children as well as helping them to develop their social, emotional and literacy skills. I also enjoy the lifestyle and culture in Hong Kong. My hobbies are reading, playing drums, playing the piano and traveling. I’m looking forward to having a great time teaching you this year!

     
 
 
  • Native English-speaking Teacher (NET): Mr. Gavin

    Hello! I’m Mr. Gavin, and I come from South Africa. I was excited to have the chance to relocate to Hong Kong and immerse myself in the local culture for over 5 years.

    In my spare time, you can find me performing on stage, composing, writing, or enjoying the great outdoors with friends. Recently, I was privileged to receive my first Hollywood award for composing music for a feature film in Hong Kong.

    I have been a professional teacher, actor, pianist, and composer for more than 15 years. I have taught a variety of students from university level to primary school all around the world. It’s thrilling to share all my passions with every student who walks into my classroom. My holistic teaching style is not only fun and engaging, but it also enables students to thrive, whether they are shy or confident. I am eager to share all my knowledge with each and every student!

    　 

　 

Primary Longman Elect Programme

  • P1-P6 students learn English with the help of textbooks and other materials published by Pearson Longman Hong Kong.
　 


P4-P5 Keys 2 Literacy Programme (Keys2)

  • To further enhance students’ reading and writing proficiency, our school implements Keys 2 Literacy Programme (Keys2) in P4-P5. Various reading and writing strategies are introduced with different text types in the lessons. The programme further paves the way for students to develop the generic skills as well as to prepare them for the learning in Key Stage 3.
    We love writing!
　 


E-learning

  • E-learning is a crucial part of the English language curriculum. Various e-learning activities are incorporated in the Space Town lessons in Key Stage 1. E-textbook and other online learning platforms are adopted in all P4 to P6 classes to facilitate learning and to encourage self-learning.

    Creating an animated story
    Enjoying the interactive games in the E-textbook
　 


School-wide Language Campaign 　

    • English Activities
      To provide students with more opportunities to use English, some English activities are organised weekly. Here are some strategies for carrying out the English activities:

      • Broadcast English songs during recess at Halloween
      • English Speaking Tuesdays: Teachers make announcements in English, and students are encouraged to speak English when purchasing food at the tuck shop
      • NETs conduct 2-minute talks and English activities in the morning
      • English ambassadors make announcements at the end of recess
        　 

Halloween – Our NETs and the winner of Estimation Jar.
　 

Halloween – Crafts time!
　 


Halloween – Look at our beautiful costumes!
　 

English Days – Getting ready for the game booths
　 


English Days – P1 & P2 students enjoying the games prepared by P5 & P6 students
　 

English Days – Reading the fun comic strips created by P4 students
　 

English Days – Readers’ Theatre ‘Hungry Bun’
　 

English Speaking Tuesdays – Buying snacks in English at the tuck shop
　 

English storytelling in the morning
　 

  • School-based Language Camp
    • There was a school-based English language camp for P5 students in 2019. Teachers and students from S.T.F.A. Cheng Yu Tung Secondary School designed interactive games for our students.

      Having fun with teachers and students from S.T.F.A. Cheng Yu Tung Secondary School
      　 


Drama Performance

  • A group of P4-P6 students participated in the Drama performance.

    We are actors!
    　 

Speech Festival

  • A group of P1-P3 pupils participated in the Choral Speaking Section. Meanwhile, some students took part in the Solo Speaking Section.

    Performance at the school talent show