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Education in Hong Kong
A look at the news and issues arising from kindergarten to secondary-level education around Hong Kong.
last updated:
7 October, 2024
When a native English teacher is made to take on a regular class instead of giving oral lessons to say, six to eight classes, far fewer students are exposed to their native-level English and teaching. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong should not ‘localise’ native English teachers

Readers discuss how the Native-speaking English Teacher Scheme is failing to serve students, Christmas decorations in Hong Kong, and the lack thereof.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Letters | For Hong Kong’s new medical school to succeed, experience is vital

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong should open third medical school sooner amid Sino-US tensions: expert

Hong Kong youth

Letters | Give young Hongkongers room for failure

Readers discuss ways to build resilience in students, colon cancer rates among the young, and how to have a good Christmas.

Students go to school in Wan Chai on September 2, the first day of the academic year. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong youth

Editorial | Need for a shift in Hong Kong’s academic mindset

High expectations, a heavy workload and stress can have a serious impact on the mental health of students. A more balanced approach is needed.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Han Academy says teacher salaries in jeopardy in appeal for aid

Founding supervisor says school has run out of money in letter seeking help on social media.

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Professional Education

What recruiters are looking for, in preparation for the future workplace

Postgraduate students need more than just academic qualifications to thrive in the rapidly changing job market and evolving work environment.

To maximise their employability in the future, postgraduates need to develop a specific set of skills. Photo: Shutterstock
Good Schools Guide

How Hong Kong schools go beyond academics to cultivate a charitable spirit

Through partnerships with NGOs, students are being taught the importance of connecting with and giving back to their local communities.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 25 people in 3 years over university entry fraud cases

Security Bureau says suspects used false academic qualifications to apply for universities in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong students to learn about Chinese science feats in subject revamp plan

Draft of updated junior secondary subject aims to help students ‘recognise’ country’s contributions to science, space exploration.

The Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceship and a Long March-2F carrier rocket. Students will learn about China’s contributions to space exploration. Photo: Xinhua
Professional Education

Want to be a fintech whizz? Hong Kong universities offer cutting-edge programmes

The courses provide professionals and emerging students with a comprehensive understanding of new technologies and their impact on traditional finance models.

Hong Kong’s universities offer some of the best postgraduate degrees related to fintech. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Universities in Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong mustn’t rush to establish a third medical school

Readers discuss the risks of starting another medical school, officials’ job performance, the quality of life in the city, and esteem for Jesus Christ.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong parents can now check if self-employed tutors have sex offence record

Scheme expands to include parents as category of employer to voluntarily conduct checks on self-employed tutors and coaches.

Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong

Letters | ‘Ethnic minority problems’ are really education and poverty problems

Readers discuss the negative stereotypes associated with Hongkongers of South Asian origin, a stumbling block in a controversial housing plan, and China’s automation.

Members of the EM Ensemble Band, a choir started to help non-Chinese speaking children learn Chinese and music, put up a performance in Hong Kong on September 14. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong NGO warns of pupil suicide rise after logging 10 cases amid term start

NGO says tally marks rise from six logged from mid-August to September of 2023, as authorities report drop in suspected cases over longer period.

Samaritan Befrienders executive director Angie Chan. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Letters | Relax, ‘brain rot’ is just a novel expression of youthful rebellion

Readers discuss the angst over ‘brain rot’ social media, a former lawmaker’s fraud conviction, improving sex education in schools and Russia’s right to defend itself.

BN(O) passport

Hongkongers in England, Wales extend record birth numbers under BN(O) scheme

Hongkongers had 2,129 babies last year in England and Wales, even as birth numbers hit nearly 50-year low in their new homes.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s debt-hit Han Academy seeks investors to keep school running

With school in a dire financial position, founding supervisor says she has held discussions with more than one investor.

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The school has attributed its dire financial position to the economic strain of the Covid-19 pandemic. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Good Schools Guide

How Hong Kong schools are promoting cultural diversity and understanding

Initiatives like international weeks and overseas exchanges instil values of respect and empathy that prepare students for a global future.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Mainland internships ‘could be option’ at proposed Hong Kong medical school

Two experts say planning and preparation for Hong Kong’s third medical school will take time.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong lawmakers say private schools should be required to disclose finances

Lawmakers say change needed after indebted Han Academy fails to refund at least HK$6.2 million worth of debentures to parents.

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Han Academy in Aberdeen told parents in a recent briefing that it was now HK$100 million in debt. Photo: Jelly Tse
US-China relations

Letters | US, China would benefit from having Musk as unofficial envoy

Readers discuss the role the billionaire businessman could play, addressing bias against ethnic minorities, the welcome decline in student withdrawals and Australia’s social media ban for children.

Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk (right) stands with Donald Trump during a campaign rally for Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, US, on October 5. Photo: Reuters
Education

Hong Kong police look into claims school owes parents HK$5.8 million

Lawmaker says Han Academy is HK$100 million in debt, as school told to halt capital levy charges on parents.

Technology

Strong tech literacy a ‘priority’ for Hong Kong students amid evolving AI

City’s technology chief speaks to over 300 school principals and industry leaders at Hong Kong Principals’ Forum.

Education

Hong Kong authorities criticise schools over Primary One exams in first semester

Education Bureau calls on schools that persist with practice to avoid placing pressure on children and instead focus on mental health.

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Authorities reviewed 235 primary, secondary and special schools in the 2023-24 academic year in the report published on Monday. Photo: May Tse
BN(O) passport

Early exit rates at elite Hong Kong secondary schools drop sharply

The Post reviews 14 schools, finding fewer students leaving for second straight year and most departure rates lower than before emigration wave.

Wah Yan College Hong Kong reported an early withdrawal rate of just 2 per cent in the last academic year. Photo: Felix Wong
Education

Letters | Yidan Prize laureate shows the power of digital education

Readers discuss the two lessons for Hong Kong educators, elderly couples renewing their marriage vows, sexual harassment at music festivals, and improvements for weather service.

Good Schools Guide

Managing your child’s time: which and how many extracurricular activities?

After-school and out-of-school opportunities are great, but can be a lot to juggle – some tips on fitting them in so they don’t become a chore.

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