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Nationalities
Number of students |
350 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Around 5 |
Most common nationality |
Chinese |
Ratio of local students to international students |
1:6 |
Languages
Native English and Chinese speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Chinese |
English as a Second Language |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
N/A |
Classroom
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
15-18 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
At Yew Chung Yew Wah School, we believe in the power of technology to enhance learning and teaching. We integrate technology into our classrooms in a variety of ways:
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Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
N/A |
Academics
External examinations or assessments available |
CEM |
Results in these examinations |
We ensure that our students are well-prepared for the CEM tests. Our teachers incorporate test-related content and skills into everyday lessons, and we also offer practice sessions to familiarize students with the test format and question types. In addition to preparing students for the tests, we believe it's important to educate them about the purpose and value of these assessments. We encourage our students to view the CEM tests as tools for understanding their own learning, rather than simply exams to pass. Overall, the use of CEM tests at Yew Chung Yew Wah School is just one way we strive to create an engaging, supportive, and effective learning environment for all our students. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
At Yew Wah School, we believe that homework is an important part of the learning process. It helps to reinforce what students have learned in class, prepares them for upcoming lessons, teaches them responsibility, and helps them develop good study habits.
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Approximate hours of homework given |
G1-G2: each subject should not exceed 20 minutes per day; G3-G4: each subject should not exceed 30 minutes per day; G5-G6: each subject should not exceed 40 minutes per day; G7-9 overall homework should not exceed 120 minutes per day. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Learning support offered |
At Yew Wah School, we are committed to providing comprehensive learning support to all our students. We understand that every student has unique needs and strengths, and our aim is to cater to these individual differences.
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Differentiation in teaching in our speical model "Learning Community" give teachers opportunities to focus on each student's real needs through different taskes giving to students and various opportunities for students to show their talents. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and test. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
To be admitted by the school, students have to go through entrance academic assessments including English, Chinese and Mathematics, as well as personal interviews. Students’ character is also an important criterion. |
Waiting list |
Yes, for some levels. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
June each year |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
School start time |
8:00 |
School finish time |
15:30 |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Various categories, such as musical instruments, sports, languages, language etc. |
Sports activities included |
At Yew Wah School, we believe in the importance of physical education and the role it plays in promoting students' physical fitness and overall well-being. Our curriculum includes a variety of physical activities and sports to cater to different interests and abilities. These include:
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Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, badminton, basketball, football, swimming team. |
Facilities
Facilities at the school |
Library, Laboratory, Art Room, Music Room, Drama Room, Computer Lab, Cafeteria, Counselling Room, Auditorium |
Sports facilities at the school |
Athletic track, basketball courts, gym, playground, swimming pool. |
About the school
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
It prepares students to look beyond the walls of the classroom and their countries and launches them on a personal journey of growth to become confident, balanced individuals with international perspectives. Yew Wah International Education Schools are built upon the many decades of experience of Yew Chung International School in offering quality international education in Hong Kong and mainland China. Founded in 1932, Yew Chung for the past nearly 90 years has committed to nurturing students’ ability to face the global issues and challenges of the 21st century. Worldwide recognition has been accorded to the unique curriculum that Yew Chung and Yew Wah have taken much time and effort to establish. |
Teaching approach of the school |
We believe that "Learning Communities" best enable students and teachers to creatively and holistically explore different fields of knowledge, fostering individual and collaborative learning skills that are critical for the 21st century. |