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Construction of the medical school is under way at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology campus in Clear Water Bay. Photo: May Tse
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s third medical school hires 300 teachers, expects to raise intake to 200

Recruits include retired professors and doctors, with only one teacher coming from another local medical school, dean says.

Hong Kong politics

William Wong becomes first to resign from Legco over scandal in 26 years

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Education in Hong Kong

Should Hong Kong ban smartphones in schools and who makes final call?

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Hong Kong property

Rare momentum: Hong Kong universities, schools boost commercial property market

Educational institutions pour more than US$1.4 billion into deals, helping steady the city’s commercial real estate sector.

The Harbourfront Landmark in Hung Hom, where Nord Anglia International School has rented 73,800 sq ft of space on the third to sixth floors. Photo: Handout
The Harbourfront Landmark in Hung Hom, where Nord Anglia International School has rented 73,800 sq ft of space on the third to sixth floors. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

School activates crisis team after boy dies from heatstroke on weekend run

Hong Kong Adventist Academy confirms one of its students died from heatstroke on Saturday.

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Education in Hong Kong

Pupils as young as 7 hooked on online games as expert warns of alarming trend

Boy took nearly HK$8,000 in cash from his mother and used her credit card, counselling psychologist tells workshop.

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Education in Hong Kong

Why are Hong Kong, mainland universities rising in global rankings as US ones fall?

Asian institutions climbed in QS top 200 list over five years, while 73 per cent of US universities fell, with eight dropping out.

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The University of Hong Kong climbed from 21st to 11th in the QS rankings. Photo: Karma Lo
The University of Hong Kong climbed from 21st to 11th in the QS rankings. Photo: Karma Lo
Education in Hong Kong

Education Bureau to deny pay rise to worker after SMS blunder over school places

Staff member made error while setting up notification, resulting in messages sent out day earlier with wrong years and registration dates.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong records 91 suspected student suicides in 3 years, majority boys

Education Bureau says number of suspected fatal cases among primary and secondary students was 32 in 2023, 28 in 2024, and 31 in 2025.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school rearranges overnight World Cup watch party after feedback

Chi Lin Buddhist Primary School says event now to be held on morning of July 12 and previous circular aimed to gauge parents’ views.

Chi Lin Buddhist Primary School in Tseung Kwan O. A teacher said the school decided to hold the gathering on a Sunday morning to boost participation. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

60% of Hong Kong schools using AI for teaching and admin work, survey finds

Education University of Hong Kong researchers call on educators to boost their knowledge of new technology so they can better guide students.

The Education University of Hong Kong researchers have urged educators to become more knowledgeable about AI. Photo: Dickson Lee
The Education University of Hong Kong researchers have urged educators to become more knowledgeable about AI. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong school’s plan to host late-night World Cup screening kicks off debate

Chi Lin Buddhist Primary School’s decision to organise event for pupils and parents on July 15 sparks flurry of excitement on social media.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong parents turn to summer school options in Asia amid soaring airfares

Applications to UK summer schools drop 35 per cent as travel costs surge, driving demand for cheaper Asia-based programmes, education consultants say.

Education in Hong Kong

University town framework unlikely to be unveiled before five-year plan released

Government previously planned to publish Northern Metropolis University Town Development Conceptual Framework in the first half of year.

One of the sites for the proposed university town is in the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen area. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

93% of mainland Chinese top talent move to Hong Kong for children’s education

Beacon Group survey also shows 80 per cent of respondents chose to move at time when their children are in upper secondary school.

Parents attend an education expo in May this year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Parents attend an education expo in May this year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Banking & finance

Hong Kong graduates prefer careers in finance, survey finds

Survey by CFA Institute reveals 90 per cent believe they have the skills to succeed and know what employers are looking for.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s HKU and CUHK among world’s top 20 universities – a first for city

UK-based education analysis firm Quacquarelli Symonds says city has Asia’s most improved higher education system for second consecutive year.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong teachers to undergo 30-hour digital training amid AI push in schools

Primary and secondary schools will also be required to incorporate digital elements into annual development plans, while a new I&T curriculum is set to be rolled out.

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The Curriculum Development Council released the Blueprint for Digital Education Development in Primary and Secondary Schools on Wednesday. Photo: Elson Li
The Curriculum Development Council released the Blueprint for Digital Education Development in Primary and Secondary Schools on Wednesday. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

‘No academic stress here,’ Hong Kong school says after suicides of pupil, mother

Psychologist also urges close monitoring of traumatised children, cautioning against immediate return home after death of family member.

Education in Hong Kong

University town to set aside land to capitalise on future social, tech changes

Education minister Christine Choi says university town, which falls under Northern Metropolis, to have distinctive Hong Kong characteristics.

Education in Hong Kong

Child abuse claim ‘not established’, International Montessori School says

School says weeks-long probe involving Social Welfare Department and police could not find evidence to support claim of child maltreatment.

The International Montessori School in Stanley. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school seeks ‘excellent character’ in new head after Singapore row

Vacancy announced after principal Lee Cheuk-hing’s summary dismissal over swearing at security guards during Singapore school trip.

Debates on social media escalated over Lee Cheuk-hing's behavior after another video went viral on May 25, showing him playing a controversial game with female students on a coach bus. Photo: Handout
Debates on social media escalated over Lee Cheuk-hing's behavior after another video went viral on May 25, showing him playing a controversial game with female students on a coach bus. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Sacking of school principal for Singapore row is ‘death sentence’, lawmaker says

Chau Siu-chung says summary dismissal is regarded as ‘capital punishment’ in labour sector and threshold for invoking this clause is very high.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong principal fired over Singapore row says he will seek legal advice

Lee Cheuk-hing apologises again for swearing incident but says he is shocked by immediate dismissal.

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Education in Hong Kong

ESF links kindergartens to primary schools, securing places through to graduation

ESF chief executive Belinda Greer calls through-train arrangement ‘significant’, saying it will bring immense benefits to students and families.

Students engage with their teacher at the foundation's kindergarten in Tung Chung. Photo: ESF
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