HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College vs St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section)

	H HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College Hong Kong	S St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) Hong Kong
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HK$28,360 - 139,756	Fees / year HK$30,000 - 32,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Girls School
Curriculum	Curriculum Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 1,141
Typical class size	Typical class size 30	Typical class size 32
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 1854
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at 12 Tin Kwai Road, Tin Shui Wai, Yuen Long, New Territories, Hong Kong. It is situated within the Tin Shui Wai new town, which is well served by public bus routes and light rail connections, making it accessible from different parts of the city	Location The school is located at 140 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. This places it on Hong Kong Island in the Wan Chai District. The campus sits in an urban Causeway Bay area that hosts a range of amenities and transport options.
Stages	Stages The college offers Secondary 1 to Secondary 6, covering ages roughly 12 to 18. Students may follow either the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) pathway.	Stages The Secondary Section serves Form 1 to Form 6 for girls aged about 11 to 18. It operates as the secondary arm of St. Paul's Convent School, which also includes a Primary Section (P1–P6) and other early years divisions. Students in the secondary program follow the HKDSE pathway.
School type	School type It is a co-educational secondary day school.	School type St. Paul's Convent School is a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school. It is a single-sex, girls-only Catholic school run by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides Gifted Education and Remediation (GEAR) programmes, as well as self-directed learning initiatives and support structures for students with different needs.	Additional learning support Additional Learning Needs (SEN) support is provided. A dedicated SEN team works with form teachers, subject teachers, parents, and social workers to support students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is based in Hong Kong and does not have a formal country affiliation beyond this.	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is stated beyond its Catholic identity.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The college does not have a religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation Catholic, administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres in Hong Kong.
School day structure	School day structure The website does not publish exact daily start and end times, but it follows a secondary timetable with regular lessons, breaks, and lunch periods in line with Hong Kong DSS school practices.	School day structure The secondary school day runs from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on weekdays.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school does not operate a private bus service. Instead, it provides detailed information about public transport routes, including multiple bus lines and light rail connections that directly serve Tin Shui Wai and the school area.	Bus service details The school does not operate a dedicated school bus service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees The school does not list a separate application fee on its website. Tuition fees * Secondary 1–3 (S1–S3) • Local students: HKD 28,360 per year • Non-local students: HKD 104,676 per year * Secondary 4–6 (S4–S6) DSE Stream • Local students: HKD 42,540 per year • Non-local students: HKD 132,326 per year * Secondary 5–6 (S5–S6) IAL Stream • Local students: HKD 49,970 per year • Non-local students: HKD 139,756 per year Billing schedule and payment terms Fees are reviewed annually in September and may be adjusted with Education Bureau approval. Payment is collected on an annual basis, though schools in Hong Kong generally divide billing into instalments (e.g., termly). Other costs Parents should expect additional expenses for items such as school uniforms, textbooks, and extracurricular activities. The website does not list specific amounts for these. Refund policy The published fee schedule does not mention a refund policy for tuition. Payment options The website does not specify payment methods, but fees in Hong Kong are typically settled via bank transfer or cheque, subject to the school’s finance office arrangements.	Fee details Application fees - No separate application or registration fee is published for the Secondary Section. The public school profile for the Secondary Section lists no ‘Other Charges / Fees' or application fee for secondary applicants. Tuition fees (by year group) - School-wide published chargeable (tuition) fees are stated as annual amounts as follows: - Form 1 (S1): HKD 30,000 per year. - Form 2 (S2): HKD 30,000 per year. - Form 3 (S3): HKD 30,000 per year. - Form 4 (S4): HKD 32,000 per year. - Form 5 (S5): HKD 32,000 per year. - Form 6 (S6): HKD 32,000 per year. - The published figures appear as annual school fees; no per-term fee amounts are published publicly for the Secondary Section. The public school profile shows the annual chargeable fees but does not provide a published breakdown by term. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's public materials list the annual chargeable fees but do not publish a standard billing schedule or detailed payment terms for tuition (for example, per-term or instalment deadlines and surcharges are not published in the materials available online). The fee remission and scholarship pages describe how remissions and scholarships are administered, but a standard tuition invoicing timetable and payment-terms document is not published in the public pages. - Scholarship payments (where scholarships are awarded) are paid in two equal instalments by direct credit to the parent's designated bank account; the school issues scholarship offer letters and the payments are scheduled in November and March. (This applies to scholarship disbursement only, not to general tuition invoicing.) Boarding fees - The Secondary Section does not publish any boarding or hostel facilities or boarding fees. No boarding/hostel charge is listed in the school profile for the Secondary Section. The school is listed as a day secondary school (no boarding fees published). Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, association fees, etc.) - Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fee: HKD 500 per year is listed as an annual charge. - The school's public profile does not publish fixed amounts for uniforms, textbooks, field trips, uniform purchase, student ID replacement, extracurricular charges or other ‘non-standard' items for the Secondary Section; the profile shows ‘Approved Charges for Non-standard Items' and ‘Other Charges / Fees' as blank for the Secondary Section. This indicates no standard published amounts for those items in the public profile. Individual items (textbooks, camps, trips, instrument tuition, extra-curricular camps or overseas trips) are commonly charged separately by most schools, but no specific standard figures for those items are published for the Secondary Section. Refund information - The school maintains a formal Fee Remission Scheme and may grant fee remission up to 100% in cases of proven financial hardship or emergency circumstances; fee remissions and scholarships are awarded annually and the school provides a self-assessment platform and application procedures for fee remission. The fee remission policy and the availability of emergency assistance are published in the school's fee-remission documentation. Fee payment options - The school's publicly listed pages and school profile provide the chargeable amounts and fee-remission/scholarship procedures but do not publish a comprehensive list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, FPS/PayMe/PPS, in-person cheque, or credit-card gateway information) in the public profile. No standard payment-method text (credit card / bank account number / online payment gateway) is published in the public pages inspected.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniforms are worn in two seasons: winter and summer. Winter uniform includes a plain long-sleeved white shirt, knee-length navy-blue pleated skirt, a navy cardigan or blazer, and a navy-blue or white scarf; summer uses a plain white blouse designed by the school with a knee-length tartan skirt. All seasons require a tartan tie, the school badge, white three-quarter stockings, and white Oxford-lace-up shoes (white with black middle); deviation from the uniform may prevent participation in school functions.
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House system	House system All students are divided into four houses. The house system fosters cooperation and competition across sporting, academic and artistic activities, with teachers' guidance to support house activities and the pursuit of an overall championship.	House system There are six houses: Cavell, Curie, Keller, Kenny, Mason and Morris. Each house is named after a notable historical figure (e.g., Cavell, Curie, Keller, Kenny, Mason, Morris) and houses compete in inter-house events such as the annual sports day and swimming gala.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school operates as an English-medium Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school. It is governed by a School Management Committee with a Principal and a Supervisor.	Governance and ownership St. Paul's Convent School is sponsored and administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres. Since September 2004 it has operated under the Direct Subsidy Scheme, as a non-profit institution governed by its sponsoring religious body.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school provides a six-year secondary education programme from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6. In the junior years (S1–S3), students follow a broad curriculum that includes English, Chinese, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Arts, and Physical Education. At the senior level, two distinct pathways are offered: the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) stream from S4–S6 and the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) stream from S5–S6. The HKDSE pathway covers a core of Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, and Citizenship & Social Development, with a choice of electives across sciences, humanities, and arts. The IAL pathway provides students with subject specialisation leading to internationally recognised British qualifications. English is the main medium of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese taught in Putonghua at lower secondary levels.	Curriculum details St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary Section) offers a two-stage curriculum: Junior Secondary (S1–S3) with a school-based program and Ming Yi, Learning to Learn, and Project Learning, and Senior Secondary (S4–S6) with a broad set of electives and multiple qualification pathways. In S1–S3, core English-medium courses include English Language, Literature in English, Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development, and Integrated Science, with a wide range of electives and language options such as French, Spanish, German, Japanese, and Korean. In S4–S6, core offerings include Chinese Language, Chinese History, Chinese Literature, and Chinese Culture & Heritage (for Chinese-medium tracks) alongside English Language, Literature in English, Mathematics (Further/ Pure), Economics, Geography, History, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, ICT, Business, Accounting & Financial Studies, and related electives. The school provides a diversified elective program (17 options) including ApL and BTEC qualifications in areas like Art & Design, Business, Home Cooking Skills, Information Technology, and Sports. Assessment pathways include DSE, IGCSE, GCE, IAL, and BTEC, with a six-class-per-year structure for S4–S6 to accommodate core and elective subjects.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a dedicated Student Development section that includes programmes such as the Wisdom in Action Programme and initiatives focusing on Positive Emotions, Engagement, Positive Relationships, Meaning of Life, and Accomplishment. These strands suggest an emphasis on student growth beyond academics, though no specific staffing or timetabled SEL lessons are detailed.	Social & emotional learning The school supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through the School Social Work Service. Two school social workers, Ms Sheh and Miss Leung, provide individual counselling and deliver diversified programmes. They collaborate with teachers and parents to support students facing academic, social or emotional challenges and to foster personal growth. Students are encouraged to chat with the social workers if they feel troubled, and topics related to personal growth are explored. The social workers' offices are on 2/F Room 213 and 5/F Room 512A, with contact via the Caritas Office on 2523 0060 on scheduled days. This arrangement reflects the school's commitment to SEL and student wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school runs a Gifted Education and Remediation (GEAR) programme, which provides enrichment and support for students with diverse learning needs. However, the website does not specify categories of SEN supported or whether specialist provision for disabilities is available. The school is not listed as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) St. Paul's Convent School provides Special Education Needs (SEN) support. The Education Bureau profile lists Special Education Needs Support as Yes and notes that the SEN team works closely with form teachers, subject teachers, parents, and the school's social workers to support students adequately and holistically. For incoming students, the school provides Orientation Programme, Individualized Support via school-based e-learning platforms, the Big Sister Scheme where senior students mentor newcomers, and Parental Support to connect families with the school community. The Education Bureau profile does not describe the school as a specialist SEN institution, indicating SEN support is provided within a Direct Subsidy Scheme secondary school.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.	English as an additional language English is the Primary Medium of Instruction; Cantonese is listed as an additional language. ESL/EAL provisions are evidenced by IGCSE ESL (English as a Second Language) offerings within the curriculum. Form One Bridging Course provides targeted English language support for new entrants to ease transition to secondary schooling. These provisions demonstrate structured language-support measures as part of the school's curriculum and transition processes.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Student Development pages include initiatives on Positive Emotions, Positive Relationships, and Meaning of Life, which are linked to wellbeing support. These appear to be embedded in school programmes, though no dedicated counselling staff or mental health services are detailed on the site.	Mental wellbeing The School Social Work Service provides mental wellbeing support through individual counselling and diversified programmes. The service aims to facilitate students' growth and development via counselling and personal-growth activities, and it works in collaboration with teachers and parents to support students facing challenges. Students are encouraged to seek guidance from the social workers for coping strategies and personal development. The social workers' offices (2/F Room 213 and 5/F Room 512A) offer accessible support on regular days, with contact through the Caritas Office at 2523 0060. This framework underpins the school's emphasis on mental wellbeing within its broader SEL approach.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose specific safeguarding or child protection policies.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are supported through the School Social Work Service, with two social workers providing counselling and welfare programmes and working with teachers and parents to safeguard student welfare. The school also engages in safeguarding-oriented education, including National Security Education Day 2025 to promote safeguarding of national security. Orientation programmes for incoming students and the Big Sister Scheme provide additional safeguarding-related support by helping students adjust and connect with mentors. Public information shows these safeguarding-related activities and services are in place as part of the school's welfare and protection framework.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has a Learning Zone consisting of the Library, multi-purpose learning areas and a self-study room. Classrooms and other learning spaces are equipped with the latest technology and multimedia facilities, and intranet and e-learning systems are standard on campus. Digital classrooms with electronic whiteboards support teaching and learning, and the College collaborates with the University of Hong Kong's Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TaLiC) to introduce MOOC-based courses.	Facilities overview St. Paul's Convent School (Secondary) sits on a compact, multi-building campus with dedicated blocks for Secondary, Primary and Pre-school. The campus includes a school hall, an indoor heated swimming pool, a covered playground and a garden for recreation, plus a dedicated netball/basketball court. The teaching block houses 34 classrooms, six science laboratories, a library, a Multi-media Self-access Learning Centre (MMLC), an Information Technology Learning Centre (ITLC), and a quality kitchen, with specialist rooms for English, Chinese, Mathematics, Humanities and Religious Studies. Recent additions include a dance studio, a video-broadcasting studio and a Media Laboratory on the sixth floor. The School Improvement Programme (SIP) block adds a seven-storey annex with a Student Activity Center, CAL Laboratory and Language Laboratory, plus an art room and a music room, and the roof features a Classroom of the Future powered by renewable energy.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Physical and Health Education programme emphasizes motor and athletic development, health-related decision making and appreciation of movement. It includes regular exercise, a range of sports-related activities, health talks and Health Week.	Sports facilities Indoor sports facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool. There is a covered playground and a netball/basketball court available for PE and school activities. The Secondary School Hall can accommodate over a thousand people and is used for indoor sports and events.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Learning Zone houses the Library, multi-purpose learning areas and a self-study room. Classrooms and special rooms have the latest technology and multimedia facilities. Intranet and e-learning systems are standard on campus, and digital classrooms with electronic whiteboards support learning. The school collaborates with the University of Hong Kong's Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TaLiC) to deliver MOOC-based courses.	Academic facilities The main teaching block contains 34 classrooms, six science laboratories, a library, a Multi-media Self-access Learning Centre (MMLC), an Information Technology Learning Centre (ITLC), and a quality kitchen, with specialist rooms for English, Chinese, Mathematics, Humanities and Religious Studies. The School Improvement Programme (SIP) block adds a Computer Assisted Learning (CAL) Laboratory and Language Laboratory, plus an Art Room and a Music Room on its floors. The Library houses about 17,000 books and more than 20 computers, with a fully computerized catalog in operation since 1995.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Visual Arts includes art making, project work and art appreciation, with museum visits and art workshops. Music focuses on appreciation, performance, training and the use of digital learning tools, with students participating in internal and external music activities. The Library offers Reading Circle and Mobile Library activities, visits to the Central Library, and Harvard Book Prize awards to students. STEM Week provides STEM-focused activities.	Extra curricular facilities The SIP block includes a Student Activity Center on the second floor for drama practice, speech rehearsal, DIP sessions and prefect activities. A Dance Studio and a Media Laboratory with a video-broadcasting studio support creative media and performance activities, complemented by additional arts spaces across the campus.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College was founded in 2006 as a Direct Subsidy Scheme secondary school . It was established by the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) with funding support from the Lee Shau Kee Foundation. The school was named after Dr. Lee Shau Kee, a prominent philanthropist, in recognition of his contributions. Since its founding, it has developed both local (HKDSE) and international (IAL) academic pathways.	History St. Paul's Convent School (SPCS) is a Catholic girls' secondary school in Hong Kong founded in 1854 by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres. It was formerly called the French Convent School and was renamed St. Paul's Convent School in December 1955. The school moved to its present Causeway Bay site in 1914, and the main building was completed in 1981, with a seven-storey Sesquicentennial Block added to celebrate 150 years. SPCS is sponsored and administered by the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres, an international congregation with a long educational heritage. In September 2004, the school transitioned from Grant-in-aid to Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS), reflecting its broader, holistic education mission.
Community	Community The school highlights student development through programmes under the Wisdom in Action framework, which focuses on positive relationships, community service, and personal growth . Students participate in whole-school events such as inter-house activities and cultural activities, alongside academic enrichment programmes. These initiatives reflect an emphasis on building a supportive and active school community.	Community The school community includes students, staff, parents, and alumni who participate in a calendar of events that express the Paulinian spirit. Major milestones in the community calendar include the 170th anniversary opening mass and the subsequent homecoming gala with cultural performances. The Annual Sports Day is held at venues such as Wan Chai Sports Ground and showcases student athletics and school spirit. Family Fun Day 2025 brought together more than 13,000 guests to celebrate Paulinian heritage and community ties, while the Alumni Association coordinates gatherings and scholarships to maintain links between generations.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school has a Parent Teacher Association, which works to strengthen ties between families and the school. Its activities include organising parent-child events, supporting academic and cultural functions, and providing feedback channels between parents and staff . The PTA also helps coordinate parent volunteers for school events and contributes to fostering collaboration within the school community. Specific annual events such as family outings and talks are part of the PTA calendar.	Parent teacher association The St. Paul's Convent School Parent-Teacher Association (SPCS PTA) connects parents and teachers to support students and school activities. An Executive Committee leads the PTA and coordinates multiple volunteer groups to organize events and campus projects. The PTA supports environmental initiatives such as the Green Corner rooftop garden and promotes sustainability across school life. Volunteer activities include Parent Volunteer Briefings to recruit and train volunteers for major events, such as the Hong Kong School Speech Festival, and the organization of community programs like the Ocean Park In-Park Programme and Dress Casual Day for The Community Chest of Hong Kong. The PTA conducts AGM formalities and provides ongoing updates and news about events, reflecting a sustained program of parent engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College offers a flexible, diverse curriculum across eight Key Learning Areas to build a strong academic foundation. Junior Forms (S.1–S.3) cover languages (English and Chinese), Mathematics with core and extended modules, Science (Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Personal, Social and Humanities Education, Physical Education, Arts, and Technology. Senior Forms (S.4–S.6) follow the HKDSE framework with core subjects (English, Chinese, Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development) and electives from seven learning areas, with extended Mathematics options (M1 or M2); the school also offers an International Curriculum, including the Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL), as a bridge to IAL. The medium of instruction is English for most subjects, with Putonghua used for S.1–S.2 Chinese Language to support biliterate and trilingual proficiency.	Academic & intellectual St. Paul's Convent School offers a broad range of clubs that support academic enrichment and STEM learning. The school runs an Astronomy Club and a Computer Club to promote scientific inquiry and technical literacy beyond classroom lessons. Language and literacy clubs such as English Club, French Club, and Japanese Club extend language practice and cultural exploration. In total, the school maintains a large, active clubs ecosystem, with over 70 clubs reported during school events, reflecting a wide spectrum of student interests.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Visual Arts and Music are offered in the junior curriculum; senior forms include Music, Visual Arts, and Media Education as part of Arts Education. The curriculum explicitly lists Visual Arts and Music under Arts for junior forms, and Arts Education encompassing Music, Visual Arts and Media Education for senior years.	Arts & creative Arts and creative life is supported through a spectrum of performing and visual arts clubs, including Art & Craft Club, Chinese Orchestra, Dance Club, Drama Club, Music Society, Symphony Orchestra, and Visual Arts Renaissance Club. The school also participates in and acknowledges arts leadership through programs such as Arts Ambassadors-in-School Scheme (AAiSS). Students have opportunities to engage in external arts and leadership activities, such as MIT Women Technology Programme experiences, expanding creative and leadership horizons.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English language and Chinese language are taught, with Putonghua used as the medium for S.1–S.2 Chinese Language to promote biliterate and trilingual proficiency. The senior curriculum includes English Language Education, English Literature, Chinese Language Education, Chinese Literature, and related Chinese subjects. Some students may join Japanese or Korean in Joint-School Programmes, and HKDSE is complemented by the International A-Level (IAL) path, bridging HKDSE and IGCSE content toward IAL.	Cultural & language Cultural and language activities are evident through dedicated language clubs, notably French Club and Japanese Club, which provide venues for language practice and cross-cultural engagement. These clubs are complemented by the school's broader life-wide learning offerings that emphasize global awareness and intercultural exposure.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school uses a four-house system to foster teamwork, cooperation and leadership, with houses offering opportunities across sporting, academic, social, and arts activities. All students may join the Students' Union, which provides rights to elect, vote, and participate in governance to develop leadership and a sense of belonging. A Leadership Training Programme teaches leadership styles, financial basics, programme planning, delegation and team building.	Social & hobbies Social and hobby opportunities are embedded in the club system, with offerings such as the Dance Club, Drama Club, Art & Craft Club, and sports-related clubs including Volleyball. These activities complement academic life and help foster peer connection and personal interests. The school's annual events and club activities are highlighted within school communications, reflecting an active student life.
Community & service	Community & service The Curriculum Aims target becoming leaders who serve the community. Wisdom in Action Programme, a school-based positive-values initiative co-designed with The University of Hong Kong's Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention since 2016–2017, teaches character strengths, empathy and communication, with a focus on S.1–S.3 and some sessions for older students. The Students' Union aims to develop productive citizens and foster school belonging, leadership and service.	Community & service Community service is integrated into student life through initiatives such as the GX Humanitarian Club, established in collaboration with GX Foundation. The school also runs environmental and service-oriented activities, including the Environmental Ambassador Scheme, the Conservancy Club, Environmental Week, and the Moon Cake Boxes Recycling Campaign. The school's social work program provides counseling and guidance to support student development and well-being.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership is built through the Houses system, the Students' Union and the Leadership Training Programme, which equips selected students with leadership skills, program planning, feedback, delegation and the ability to promote a positive school culture. The school's Curriculum Aims declare a goal to become leaders of tomorrow, underpinned by Self-Directed Learning, Self-Discipline and Self-Efficacy.	Leadership & professional Leadership and professional development are supported by student-led initiatives like Youth Ambassadors, which the school has inaugurated with external partners to engage students in humanitarian and leadership training. Arts leadership is fostered through the Arts Ambassadors-in-School Scheme (AAiSS), and the school maintains an active Alumni Association that offers scholarships and networking opportunities for Paulinians. External programmes such as the MIT Women Technology Programme also provide structured STEM leadership experiences.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Well-being is central to the school's approach, with Wellness Week promoting positive emotions and stress-relief strategies as part of Positive Emotions. Wisdom in Action Programme supports social-emotional development, and other student development offerings focus on engagement, relationships and personal growth to foster a flourishing life.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is a focus through a mental health charter and school-wide wellness initiatives, including the 4Rs Charter—Rest, Relaxation, Relationships, and Resilience—embedded in school life. Regular physical activity is supported through sports clubs such as Volleyball, and through a broad programme of co-curricular activities that balance academics with fitness, mindfulness, and social connection. The school also offers counseling and welfare support via its Social Work Department to assist students with personal growth and emotional well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches English and Chinese. Languages taught include English language and Chinese language. English Language Education and English Literature are offered; Chinese Language Education and Chinese Literature are offered. Senior Forms (S4–S6) follow the HKDSE curriculum with core subjects English Language, Chinese Language, Mathematics and Citizenship and Social Development, plus three electives from seven learning areas. The school also offers an International A-Level (IAL) alongside HKDSE, with an integrated S4–S6 curriculum bridging HKDSE and IGCSE content and progression to A/AS-levels in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics. Some students may take Applied Learning courses, Japanese and Korean in Joint-School Programme.	Language provision Languages taught at St. Paul's Convent School Secondary include English and Chinese as core languages. French and Spanish are offered through immersion programmes. Non-Chinese-speaking students receive language support, including in-class Chinese language assistance and a school-based Chinese language curriculum. The Form One Bridging Course provides English Language and Chinese Language instruction to help new students adjust to secondary study.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs St. Paul's Convent School runs immersion programs in French and Spanish for Paulinians. The Spanish Immersion Programme 2024 ran from June 30 to July 15, 2024, with 40 students and 4 teachers. Immersion lessons were conducted with instructors from the University of Salamanca, combining two hours of language study with one hour of culture and speaking; participants also engaged in flamenco and cultural activities and weekend trips to Madrid, Toledo, Salamanca, and Segovia. The French Immersion Programme 2024 ran from June 29 to July 14, 2024, with 50 students and 5 teachers; mornings included three hours of French lessons and afternoons featured visits to castles, parks, and Parisian sights, with sessions held at the Saint-Denis International School and opportunities to converse with French-speaking peers; certificates were awarded on completion.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The school’s website does not publicly disclose any institutional awards received in the past five years.	Awards - Active Participation Award (2024/25 cycle): The school was one of six institutions out of 55 participating schools to receive this award, recognizing strong engagement in a program that supports active participation. - The 27th Hong Kong Youth Science & Technology Innovation Competition (HKYSTIC) – Outstanding Organization: The prize presentation noted the school as one of the Outstanding Organizations for 2024/25, highlighting institutional support and coordination of student projects. - 26th HKYSTIC – Outstanding Organization: The school was listed among Outstanding Organizations for the 2023/24 cycle, signaling sustained leadership in student science and technology work. - Inter-School Volleyball Competition (Grade A) – 2023/24 season: The school's team won the Championship in the B Grade division, reflecting strong competitive performance in inter-school sports. - Joint School Music Association (JSMA) Competition 2024 – Gold Award: The school's orchestra achieved a Gold Award at the JSMA Competition, signifying a high level of achievement in school music ensembles. - 27th Asian Cities Taekwondo Championships: While entries show individual student participation, the page documents a high-profile competition involving school members and the broader Paulinian community as part of school achievements during the period.
Accreditations	Accreditations The school operates under Hong Kong’s Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS), which is overseen by the Education Bureau. This designation allows the school to set its own curriculum and fees while remaining accountable to government quality and regulatory standards.	Accreditations - Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) status: St. Paul's Convent School operates under the Hong Kong Education Bureau's Direct Subsidy Scheme since September 2004. DSS schools have higher autonomy in curriculum design, admissions, and fees and receive government subsidies to support a broader, self-financing model. - Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) Racially Friendly Campus recognitions: The school was recognized as a Racially Friendly Campus Champion under the EOC's Racially Friendly Campus Recognition Scheme for 2022/23, and later received a Silver Award under the 2024/25 activity stream. These recognitions reflect the school's commitment to inclusive campus culture.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application submission: Parents must complete the official application form during the announced admissions period. Supporting documents, such as recent school reports, identification documents, and photographs, are required. 2. Application fee: The website does not list a separate application fee. Parents should be prepared for possible administrative costs that may apply under Hong Kong DSS school practices. 3. Interview process: Shortlisted applicants are invited for an interview. The school assesses academic ability, language skills, and general suitability during this stage. 4. Offer of place: Successful applicants receive a conditional offer, which must be accepted within a specified timeframe. Acceptance usually requires signing documents and confirming agreement to the school’s fee structure. 5. Registration and enrolment: Parents complete registration by submitting further documents and paying the first instalment of tuition fees. This step secures the child’s place for the academic year.	Admissions 1. The school operates as a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school and does not participate in the Education Bureau's Central Allocation Scheme. Applications for Form One are invited from across Hong Kong and beyond, rather than being limited to a central queue. The school also makes clear that fee remission is available to all enrolled students, with the remission level determined by a Reckoner-based scoring system and by a Self-Assessment Platform that applicants can use to gauge eligibility. 2. The Form One admission process is conducted via online applications for Form One Places. The school details a merit-based selection path that includes multiple interview stages; in recent cycles, short-listed candidates proceed to a second interview after the first interview. When the 2025–2026 cycle was active, the page indicated that the application for Form One Places had closed and provided a route to the second-interview process for shortlisted candidates. 3. First-round interviews are part of the process. Shortlisted applicants are invited to attend the first interview, and successful candidates are then moved to the second-interview stage. In the published materials, candidates were instructed to bring the First Interview Form and to collect the Second Interview Form at the school reception before proceeding to the second interview. 4. The second interview is scheduled for a specific date (for example, March 15, 2025 in one cycle). Shortlisted candidates' numbers appear on a published list, and those not on the list may be considered unsuccessful. If a candidate's number is on the second-interview list, the family proceeds with the interview at the school at the arranged time. 5. Outcome notification follows the second interview. The published materials show a named list of applicants for the second interview and indicate that those not listed may be deemed unsuccessful. Successful candidates typically move toward the final offer and related enrollment steps, which are coordinated by the school's admissions team and can involve campus tours or informational sessions. 6. Fees and financial support are an explicit part of admissions. All students are eligible to apply for fee remission, with remission levels expressed as a percentage of the school fee based on a Reckoner scoring system. There is a dedicated Self-Assessment Platform to determine eligibility, and the principal can adjust remission levels in consultation with the Fee Remission / Scholarship Team.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers several scholarship schemes to recognise and support students: * HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College Scholarship Scheme – a school-based programme providing financial support for eligible students. * Dr. LSK Scholars’ Award (Entrance Scholarship) – available to new entrants, with guidelines and application forms published by the school. * Secondary One Entrance Scholarship – awarded to incoming S1 students, based on academic and other criteria set out in the official application guidelines. In addition, the school operates a Fee Remission Scheme to support families with financial need. This includes published guidelines, an application form, and a checklist to assist parents through the process. Enquiries about scholarships or remission can be made directly to the school office by phone.	Scholarships Scholarships and financial assistance are an established part of the school's admissions ecosystem. Academic scholarships are available to all enrolled students and do not require a separate application; the school's scholarship team reviews academic performance to determine allocations. Non-academic scholarships require nominations from teachers-in-charge of extracurricular activities or functional groups and the nominees submit a portfolio for assessment. The school also notes that scholarship payments can be disbursed in two equal installments and that the policy is updated periodically, with the latest documented revision in mid-2025. The school also maintains a Fee Remission Scheme, with eligibility determined via a self-assessment platform and a Reckoner-based scoring system; maintenance allowances may be provided in hardship cases. In 2024–2025 the school reported that it allocates a portion of tuition revenue to both fee remission and scholarship programs, with the aim of supporting up to a substantial share of students.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information about whether it operates a waitlist or central pool system for oversubscribed year groups.	Waitlist —
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