英文科

Aims
To develop pupils an ever-improving capability to use English, to think and communicate, to acquire, develop and apply knowledge.
To aid students’ understanding of how language is acquired, organized and used emphasising on the four core language-learning fundamentals of writing, reading, listening and speaking skills.
To help pupils develop and apply an ever-improving understanding of how language is organized, used and learned.
Strategies
To create a language rich environment to engage and motivate students to use English.
To provide greater opportunities for pupils to use English for purposeful communication both inside and outside the classroom.
To implement a fun, engaging, task-based course that helps students not only develop the essential language skills, but also expands their knowledge and broaden their horizons by incorporating cultural elements, and STEM topics, helping them to become active global citizens and self-directed leaners.
Features of our school-based curriculum

1. We enrich the English language environment in school through conducting more interactive and fun activities.
2. Under the guidance of the Education Bureau, we have also implemented a primary literacy program (PLP-R/W) for P1 to P3, which focuses on reading and writing, real-life tasked based learning and the comprehensive integration of all language skills, to improve the literacy levels of the students.
3. The Net Scheme provides an authentic environment for students to learn English. Native English teachers work with local English teachers to develop the curricula, innovative learning and teaching methods, materials, and activities suited to the needs of local students.
4. We promote cross-curricular reading and maximises students’ exposure to a wide range of text types.

2020 - 2021 English Activities

Date	Activity	Objective
Whole Year (recess and lunch break)	Play and Read with NETs	We provide opportunities for students to practise oral English with our NETs through games and homeroom reading time.
Whole Year	Campus TV	Campus TV is used to produce English videos on topics such as song dedication and storytelling to engage students in an authentic, practical and functional use of English language.
Whole Year	Class Sharing and Performance	We provide a platform for students to build their confidence in communication and presentation during morning assembly.
Sept to October, 2020	Speech Festival (solo speaking)	We offer the opportunity for students to develop an interest in public speaking and help to lay a strong foundation for their future.
October, 2020	Calligraphy Competition	Students learn to appreciate the art of calligraphy and experience the personal satisfaction gained through competition.
October, 2020	English Week	Students have the opportunity to learn English language and culture within an authentic, linguistically rich and fun environment.
OLE Session	English Drama	This activity enhances students' emotional, social and cognitive development. It also helps to develop imagination, self-confidence, concentration, cooperation and communication skills.
OLE Session	Learning English through Art and Craft, Music and STEM	Using arts and crafts, music and conducting STEM activities in the classroom can be an excellent way to facilitate language learning with students. This helps students to apply the language in different contexts.