Founded in 1975 SKH Bishop Mok Sau Tseng Secondary School stands proudly on Wan Tau Kok Hill in Tai Po. This isn’t just any school. It’s a place steeped in history and brimming with stories. Imagine the countless students who have walked these very halls. Each one leaving their unique mark on this special place.
SKH Bishop Mok Sau Tseng Secondary School is an aided co-educational secondary school. It’s known for its high academic standards. It consistently ranks as a Band 1A school. This is a testament to its dedicated teachers and motivated students. The school’s motto emphasizes moral intellectual physical social aesthetic and spiritual education. It aims for whole-person development.
The original campus was a stunning piece of architecture. It received the Silver Medal from the Hong Kong Institute of Architects in 1976. The design was Modernist Brutalist. Two blocks one high and one low stood at right angles. The fair-faced concrete was later painted white for easier maintenance. But the wide single-loaded corridors remain. They are adorned with red brick walls creating a unique atmosphere. Even the external bypass staircase near the tuck shop holds a special place in the school’s memory. It was a favourite spot for students exchanging notes and jokes with teachers.
The school’s grounds are equally captivating. An amphitheatre connects the entrance to a rectangular pond. Before the recent expansion students crossed the pond via stepping stones. These stones are reminiscent of the entrance to Tomba Brion in Italy though the inspiration remains a mystery. Water lilies float on the pond koi fish swim below. A cypress tree once stood tall for over thirty years near the pond adding to the serene beauty. An organic farm nestled near the playground adds a touch of nature. Squirrels occasionally visit.
The late 1990s brought a surge in student numbers. This led to a necessary expansion. Funding came from the government teachers students parents and the public. Today SKH Bishop Mok Sau Tseng Secondary School boasts a multimedia learning centre a student activity centre and much more. Every classroom is equipped with advanced technology ensuring a modern learning environment.
SKH Bishop Mok Sau Tseng Secondary School is more than just a school. It is a community. A place where students learn grow and leave their lasting mark. A place rich in history architecture and inspiring stories. A place you will not soon forget.