Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School

Opened in 1996, Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School stands as a testament to the generosity of Chan Iu Seng. This prominent figure donated the funds needed to establish this vital institution. Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School is located in Tseung Kwan O, New Territories, Hong Kong. This school is one of five government-aided primary schools sponsored by Yan Chai Hospital. It’s quite a large campus, covering approximately 6,200 square meters. Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School was originally slated to open in December 1995. However, it officially opened its doors in September 1996. The school has a rich history of embracing technology and innovation in education. Since 2010, Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School has incorporated coding and programming into its curriculum. More recently, the school has become known for its strong focus on STEM education. Beginning in 2016, Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School introduced a school-based STEM program. The program has been so successful that the school has been invited by the Education Bureau, publishing houses, and various organizations to share its best practices. This recognition further solidified Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School’s position as a leader in STEM education. In 2017, it became a core school in the QTN STEM education development project. By 2019, it was one of only eighteen schools in Hong Kong selected as a China Mobile Hong Kong 5G STEM pilot school. Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School isn’t just focused on academics. They deeply value a holistic approach to education. They strive to provide a nurturing learning environment where students can thrive academically and develop essential life skills. The school emphasizes moral education, aiming to instill in students a strong sense of ethics and character. Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School also understands the importance of parent-school collaboration. They hold various parent-teacher association activities throughout the year. These activities, like parent-teacher association trips, family outings, fruit days, and Chinese cultural days, help parents understand the school’s operations and build stronger connections with the school community. The school even publishes “Sing Yee”, a newsletter providing updates on school events and activities to teachers, parents, and kindergarten families. Furthermore, Yan Chai Hospital Chan Iu Seng Primary School has implemented several initiatives to support student development. They offer extracurricular activities, language support for non-Chinese speaking students, speech therapy services, and a “Little Musician” program. The “Outstanding Student Award Scheme” encourages students to excel in academics, moral development, leadership, and extracurricular activities.