Towards a Supportive English Learning Environment
At our secondary school, we offer a vibrant array of English activities designed to enhance students’ language skills and foster a love for the culture. Our programs include engaging book clubs, creative writing workshops, and dynamic public speaking teams, providing students with numerous opportunities to express themselves and develop their communication abilities. Additionally, we host annual spelling bees and drama appreciation events, encouraging students, including our English Ambassadors (EAs), to showcase their talents and build confidence. These activities not only support academic growth but also cultivate a supportive community where students can explore their interests and collaborate with peers through our target language, English.

1. English Speaking Thursday - Halloween Party 

Ghastly ghosts and gruesome goblins packed the school hall for the English Club x Science Club Halloween Party!  Students were tricked and treated with terrifying games, horrifying costumes, posthumous prizes, and maniacal music during the always-popular event.  The Science Club performed spooky experiments to teach and entertain, and students collected Halloween candy, took photos with friends, and earned stamps to improve their grades by chatting with their English teachers.  

2. Flagstaff House Tea Ware Museum Trip

Briefing Day

Before heading off to the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, teachers gave students some background info on the tradition of Chinese tea, tea ware, and ceremonies, complete with a live demonstration of a traditional tea ceremony in English, by students Kristen and Harry!

Flagstaff House Tea Ware Museum Trip

On a lovely afternoon in late November, a group of 30 students ventured off to the Flagstaff House Tea Ware Museum in Hong Kong Park.  The former home of British civil servant George Arbuthnot has since been turned into a museum after the donation of over 600 pieces of priceless tea ware by Vitasoy founder Lo Kwee-Seong.  (A fun fact: his sons went on to open rival Hong Kong fast food chains Café de Coral and Fairwood!)  Visitors were treated to a personal tour, conducted in English, by one of the expert historians employed by the museum.

3. After-school Support Programme

To help all students overcome difficulties and significantly improve their academic performance in English, our school has launched a free After-School English Support Program. This initiative is designed to provide dedicated, focused guidance and a supportive environment for you to tackle homework troubles, clarify confusing concepts, and engage in extra practice.

Details

📅 Dates: School days from October 13, 2025, to January 9, 2026

⏰ Time: 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM

📍 Venue: Room 204

💰 Fee: Free of Charge!

4. 50th Anniversary Slogan Competition

The English Department has organized the 50th Anniversary English Slogan Competition to encourage students’ creative use of English. The competition aims at commemorating the establishment of our school while promoting a sense of belonging among students. Congratulations to all the winners!

5. The Outstanding e-Learning Awards (2024/25) organized by HKU e-Learning Development Laboratory 

Three of our dedicated English teachers, Ms Janny Wong, Mr Wittenberg and Ms Kay Lam, have received the Outstanding e-Learning Awards – English Language Education Gold Award from the University of Hong Kong's e-Learning Development Laboratory. Ms Emily Lai has also received English Language Education Merit Award. This award recognizes and promotes exemplary practices in e-learning, encouraging the integration of technology into teaching and learning.  These teachers invested significant time and effort in crafting these engaging and enriching learning experiences for our students, demonstrating their commitment to utilizing technology to enhance English teaching.

6.   Solo verse and Choral speaking training by Ms Yanni

Ms. Yanni, our dedicated coach, led students through rigorous training sessions in preparation for the Speech Festival. Under her guidance, students honed their skills in reciting and interpreting poems, striving for excellence in both performance and delivery. Ms. Yanni's mentorship not only enhanced students’ vocal abilities, but also instilled confidence and poise, ensuring they were well-prepared to enchant audiences. 

7. Ready, Set, English!  The Ultimate Sports Day Hype Reel.

On Sports Day, our NET guided the English Ambassadors in interviewing the athletes. The students crafted thoughtful questions, connecting with the athletes to learn about their experiences and challenges, which enhanced their interviewing skills and made the event more memorable.

8. Public Speaking Team

Our Public Speaking Team took part in the Classic Heritage Bilingual and Trilingual Recitation and Speech Competition 2025 held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on 16 November 2025. Our students performed exceptionally well and received the following prizes:

9. Language Across the Curriculum (LaC) Activities

Hallowread Book Sharing Activity 

On October 16th during lunchtime, the English teachers—Ms. Angel Li, Ms. Pinky Li, and Mr. Wittenberg—shared spooky ghost stories with students. They used iPads for interactive worksheets, enjoyed book sharing activities, and celebrated Halloween together in a fun and engaging way. 

Other activity updates

There are also a couple of updates on various activities at the end of the past school year. Go to the activity page of the previous school year or just click here to find out more!