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The school does not publicly disclose a dedicated SEL programme or specific initiatives under the title “Social and Emotional Learning.”
DBS does not publish clear information about SEN provision or support. There is no indication that it is a specialist SEN institution or that it provides structured support for specific needs publicly.
The school does not publicly state that it has a specialized EAL programme or services for students whose primary language is not English.
No public documentation is available that details how DBS addresses mental health or wellbeing services, such as counselling, wellness programmes, or staff roles dedicated to mental health.
The school does not publish its child-protection or safeguarding policies on its public-facing site in detail.
Diocesan Boys’ School (DBS) is a boys’ day and boarding school in Mong Kok, Kowloon, with roots dating to 1869. The Secondary Division offers two academic pathways: Hong Kong’s HKDSE and the IB Diploma Programme, delivered with English as the medium of instruction (Chinese is used for Chinese Language and Chinese History). DBS highlights extensive co-curricular life, including Inter-School Sports and major music events such as Homecoming and other concerts. The school publishes transparent, grade-by-grade fees (local and non-local) and installment details for IB and HKDSE years. Boarding information and application notices are provided on the school website. Recent school reports describe student numbers and outline community-service initiatives. Families can find contact details, gate hours, and calendars online, as well as an IB site confirming the programme and noting AFEC “Athlete-Friendly Education Centre” accreditation.