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International schools in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong’s students are known to get among the heaviest of homework. Photo: Handout
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Is Hong Kong’s heavy homework load harming young learners’ mental health?

Experts warn that too much homework, especially at an early age, can adversely affect children’s mental and physiological health.

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Get up close and personal when choosing the right school for your child

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How Hong Kong’s secondary schools are fostering creativity in students

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Adolescence and masculinity: shaping male roles in a social media-led world

Hong Kong experts discuss the impact of the cyberbullying and misogyny of followers of Andrew Tate, against the wider influences in a society encouraging more nuanced versions of masculinity.

Hit Netflix series Adolescence, featuring Owen Cooper, raises important questions about the shaping of masculine identities at a time when broader gender roles are competing with the rise of the “manosphere”. Photo: Handout
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How to choose between single-sex vs coed schools in Hong Kong

There are plenty of factors to consider, from academic prestige and tailored learning, to confidence and boosting social skills.

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Holiday camps help Hong Kong students make the most of school breaks

The YF Life Jr. Space Camp Program even takes a select group of children and their parents to the US for simulated astronaut training.

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How educators are reshaping IB programmes to answer global challenges

Canadian International School and Hong Kong Academy aim to equip students to thrive in an uncertain future shaped by AI, and increasing environmental and political uncertainty.

Educators in Hong Kong talk about how they are reshaping their IB programmes to prepare students for challenges from technology including AI, as well as increasing environmental and political uncertainty. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Education in Hong Kong

Star IB students from Hong Kong’s ESF school group share tips for success

Eleven of 15 top students from city’s largest international school group say they plan to pursue degrees in medicine locally.

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How Hong Kong schools are teaching the skills that AI can’t replace

As demand for tech-savvy professionals grows, schools are balancing hard skills with emotional intelligence to prepare students for the future.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school offering international programme announces sudden closure

Think International School will shut down on July 31, leaving some parents worried they may not get back HK$200,000 debenture as promised.

Think International School in Kowloon Tong has abruptly announced that it will be closing down on July 31. Photo: Dickson Lee
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Hong Kong schools’ special programmes focused on the sharpest young minds

Tailored programmes provide accelerated learning opportunities and diverse skills development for especially talented students.

Motivated students need supplementary programmes to realise their potential. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to review letting more semi-private schools offer non-local curriculum

Education minister also dismisses call to let non-local students attend public primary and secondary schools amid diminishing population size.

Hong Kong property

Southeast Asian buyers, schools fuel revival in Hong Kong commercial properties

Colliers forecasts commercial real estate deals to increase 14 per cent this year on policy support, valuation appeal.

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Are Hong Kong’s tiger parents harming their children’s futures?

To lessen the long-term impacts of strict parenting, experts advocate healthier relationships between parents and children.

The term tiger parenting is used to describe parents who are too intensely involved in their children’s lives. Photo: Getty Images
Professional Education

How Hong Kong’s universities are preparing accountants for future requirements

If accountants want to thrive in a data-driven future, they’ll need to acquire new skills – soft and hard – with an eye on global trends and practical application.

The accounting landscape is changing rapidly, and accountants need to learn new skills to stay competitive. Photo: Shutterstock
Professional Education

How Hong Kong universities are shaping the future of the arts

Students are empowered to explore new creative frontiers and contribute to the global cultural discourse, with emphasis on adaptability and ethical practices.

Education in Hong Kong

Opinion | Cross-cultural education can make Hong Kong a global talent hub

Cross-cultural education can play a key role in Hong Kong’s global talent hub plans if leaders build bridges and pursue the right policies.

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How to balance your children’s screen time to ensure their well-being

Expert tips on the right amount of screen time for children to avoid negative effects on their health and development.

Managing a child’s screen time is essential to well-being and development. Shutterstock
Professional Education

How Hong Kong’s universities are helping graduates advance a career in education

An exciting array of cutting-edge courses are enabling teachers to deepen their expertise in different areas of contemporary pedagogical methodology.

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Exercising more than the mind: building a healthier student body

Schools are addressing a previous over-reliance on academic scores by including measures of health in assessments of a student’s progress.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Homework needed to sort out Hong Kong’s Primary One

The number of pupils is expected to fall 23 per cent by 2031, posing a challenge for local schools that will require working together to mitigate the negative impact.

Primary school students line up in September 2023. File photo: Jelly Tse
Professional Education

How Hong Kong’s top universities are shaping the future of legal education

These advanced courses, spanning arbitration, dispute resolution, Chinese business law and more, prepare students for success in a globalised legal landscape.

The Goddess sculpture at the Court of Final Appeal in Central, Hong Kong, in May 2017. Photo: Sam Tsang
Old Hong Kong

Then & Now | How Hong Kong’s English-medium schools evolved from the late 19th century

Demographics have shifted over the past century, with ethnic Chinese now the overwhelming majority of the student population in these schools.

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How schools are preparing students to make the right financial decisions

Parents discussing their own moneymaking decisions can inspire children to make fiscally sound choices – and giving them pocket money can help

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How parents and schools can work together to boost students’ development

Open communication and active engagement allow both sides to gain valuable insights into a child’s strengths and challenges

Parents and teachers can work together to help enhance a child’s progress in school. Photo: AIS
Professional Education

Hong Kong’s MBA programmes are showing the way for tomorrow’s leaders

Universities are incorporating AI, ESG and soft skills into their curriculum to better prepare students for complex modern business environments.

Hong Kong’s universities are incorporating new subjects into their MBA programmes. Photo: Sam Tsang
Education in Hong Kong

Top international school, education foundation allocated 2 Hong Kong campuses

Authorities estimate sites allocated to Chinese International School, YK Pao Education Foundation can accommodate up to about 1,000 pupils.

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Top Hong Kong schools that offer bilingual education

Fluency in multiple languages not only prepares students for a globalised world, but also enhances cognitive development and develops empathy

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