7 h. ago To achieve its AI ambition, Hong Kong must start investing in schools

With rapid advances in technological development transforming industries and permeating every facet of our lives, there are mounting calls for schools to embrace artificial intelligence in the curriculum. While the focus on AI can seem overwhelming, the role of schools in this new AI-driven world demands attention. Where there is a focus on AI in schools, it is likely to be about effective and ethical ways to use AI. This is important, especially the focus on ethical issues, but there is perhaps...

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32 h. ago English lessons in Hong Kong primary schools to cover national security

Hong Kong primary schools will need to strengthen patriotic and national security education under a revised curriculum guide for the English-language subject. The previous edition of the guide suggested English teachers let pupils explore value-laden matters including human rights and equal opportunities but they have been replaced by issues such as respect for others, animal rights and environmental protection. The Education Bureau on Tuesday released the “English Language Education Key...

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9 d. ago Hong Kong principals slam popular schools’ class expansion without consultation

Principals in Hong Kong have criticised education authorities for failing to consult the sector regarding a new measure that permits popular schools to apply to operate an additional Form One class in the next academic year, raising concerns that the move will intensify competition among institutions. The Hong Kong Association of the Heads of Secondary Schools also questioned the timeliness and necessity of implementing the policy change amid the city’s declining student population. The...

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1 week ago Hong Kong schools told to add national education elements to more subjects

Hong Kong’s school curriculum framework has been revised to incorporate national education elements in more subjects, including English, maths, music, visual arts and sports. Teaching examples include learning about ancient mathematicians’ achievements, holding Chinese folk singing contests and learning how to play Chinese football games. Schools have also been asked to play patriotic songs on different occasions and broadcast major sports games live to boost patriotism. In a circular on...

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1 week ago 79.7% of pupils get Hong Kong schools in their top 3 picks via allocation system

About 80 per cent of children set to enter Hong Kong’s public primary schools in September have been assigned one of their top three choices under the city’s central allocation system, down from around 84 per cent last year. The figure released by the Education Bureau on Friday was the third-highest over the past 17 years. This year also saw the second-lowest number of pupils since 1997 join the central allocation system. In Hong Kong, Primary One places at public schools are allocated using a...

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1 week ago 80% of pupils get Hong Kong schools in their top 3 picks via allocation system

About 80 per cent of children set to enter Hong Kong’s public primary schools in September have been assigned one of their top three choices under the city’s central allocation system, down from around 84 per cent last year. The figure released by the Education Bureau on Friday was the third-highest over the past 17 years. This year also saw the second-lowest number of pupils since 1997 join the central allocation system. In Hong Kong, Primary One places at public schools are allocated using a...

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2 w. ago More Hong Kong schools at risk of closing as authorities tighten class size rules

Hong Kong education authorities will tighten the requirements for public secondary schools to continue operating as the student population declines by raising the minimum enrolment number and cutting some of the alternative options allowing them to survive starting in September. Members of the sector said on Tuesday they expected the new measures would speed up the closure of less popular schools, while students with poor academic performance might even be asked to repeat the same grade to meet...

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2 w. ago Why is Hong Kong scrimping on schools and splurging on elections?

The government is tightening its belt and spreading the fiscal pain. Should schools and students suffer when money can be saved elsewhere?

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2 w. ago Number of Hong Kong students attending British independent schools drops by 6%

Annual census conducted by UK’s Independent School Council cites introduction of 20 per cent VAT as contributing factor.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong public schools to face 10% cut in major grant in coming academic year

Apart from cut to Expanded Operating Expenses Block Grant, semi-private schools under direct subsidy scheme also face 2 per cent funding reduction.

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3 w. ago 4 Hongkongers hurt after school bus driver allegedly faints behind wheel, hits taxi

Police say school bus driver is believed to have fainted behind wheel before losing control and colliding with taxi on Wednesday morning.

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3 w. ago Parents warned after men spotted approaching schoolgirls in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long

Community care team alerts parents after two young men offered girls in primary school gifts and to accompany them home.

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3 w. ago Parents warned after men approach schoolgirls in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long

Community care team alerts parents after two young men offered young girls at playground gifts and to accompany them home.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong must not ignore burden of primary school pupils and families

A recent survey reveals families of primary school children are the least happy, highlighting the need for mental health support to start early.

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3 w. ago Ignoring primary school stress a ticking time bomb for Hong Kong

A recent survey reveals families of primary school children are the least happy, highlighting the need for mental health support to start early.

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4 w. ago Canadian International School of Hong Kong Students Shine in Global Competition

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Five students from Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS), claimed top honours at the 2025 Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit held at NASA’s Space Center in Houston, Texas. Competing as Team Kinection, the Grade 9 and 10 students qualified for the global finals by winning the gold medal at the Conrad Challenge China in the Health & Nutrition category. At the Houston Summit, they showcased their innovative telehealth solution, the Kinector, and were named the Power Pitch Winner in the same category. Their victory is a significant achievement not only for the team but also for CDNIS, which was the only school from Hong Kong to reach the global finals in Houston after competing against more than 140 teams at the Shanghai event. Revolutionizing Rehabilitation: The Kinector Solution  The team’s award-winning innovation, Kinector, is a smart wearable device designed to transform physiotherapy and rehab...

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