Diocesan Girls' School

Diocesan Girls’ School promotes student wellbeing through daily assemblies and timetabled Form Teacher periods, which encourage communication between teachers and students. The school’s Guidance and Counselling Team provides workshops and activities focused on personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Annual reports mention student leadership programmes, mentorship activities, and peer support initiatives that build confidence and responsibility. Careers and life planning sessions are also integrated into the curriculum to help students set goals and reflect on their strengths. These structures demonstrate a consistent approach to supporting students’ social and emotional development.

The school website and published reports note the presence of a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Working Group operating under the Guidance and Counselling Team. The group provides case-based support and consultation for students requiring additional help. However, DGS is not a specialist SEN institution, and the school does not specify which categories of SEN it supports. Annual reports indicate a small number of students receiving targeted assistance through counselling and academic guidance. No dedicated SEN department or specialised facilities are publicly described.

The school’s website states that English is the medium of instruction for all subjects except Chinese Language and related courses. An English Language Enrichment component is included in the junior curriculum to strengthen communication skills. However, the school does not publicly disclose a specific EAL policy, department, or specialist programme for students requiring additional English language support.

The school provides counselling services and social worker support as part of its student welfare framework. Published reports describe initiatives such as mental-health awareness talks, wellbeing film sessions, and leadership or mentorship schemes that promote emotional balance and resilience. The Guidance and Counselling Team coordinates individual and group counselling when needed. Regular workshops for students and staff address stress management and peer support. These initiatives form part of the school’s wider pastoral care network.

The school publishes information about its pastoral and counselling systems, which contribute to student safety and welfare. However, DGS does not publicly disclose a standalone safeguarding or child protection policy on its website. Staff oversight, teacher-student interaction during Form Periods, and the presence of school social workers suggest internal procedures for monitoring well-being and safety.