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HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HK$28,360 - 139,756
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College is a Direct Subsidy Scheme secondary school in Tin Shui Wai, Yuen Long. It offers two academic pathways: the local HKDSE and an International A Level route using Pearson Edexcel IAL in S5–S6. English is the medium of instruction for most subjects, while Chinese-medium subjects include Chinese Language and Chinese History; Putonghua is used for Chinese in S1–S2. The campus lists 30 standard classrooms, five science laboratories, a LEAD Centre, Blackbox Theatre, Media Lab, Fitness Centre and more. Student life features a Students’ Union and inter-house activities, alongside department-led enrichment such as Mathematics logic games and Rubik’s cube. The school highlights gifted education through its GEAR initiatives and promotes self-directed learning with BYOD and blended learning. Public bus routes provide convenient access to the campus.

12號 Tin Kwai Rd, Tin Shui Wai, Hong Kong

The Essentials

HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location

The school is located at 12 Tin Kwai Road, Tin Shui Wai, Yuen Long, New Territories, Hong Kong. It is situated within the Tin Shui Wai new town, which is well served by public bus routes and light rail connections, making it accessible from different parts of the city

Stages

The college offers Secondary 1 to Secondary 6, covering ages roughly 12 to 18. Students may follow either the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) pathway.

Type

It is a co-educational secondary day school.

Additional learning support

The school provides Gifted Education and Remediation (GEAR) programmes, as well as self-directed learning initiatives and support structures for students with different needs.

Country affiliation

The school is based in Hong Kong and does not have a formal country affiliation beyond this.

Religious affiliation

The college does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure

The website does not publish exact daily start and end times, but it follows a secondary timetable with regular lessons, breaks, and lunch periods in line with Hong Kong DSS school practices.

Bus service

The school does not operate a private bus service. Instead, it provides detailed information about public transport routes, including multiple bus lines and light rail connections that directly serve Tin Shui Wai and the school area.
Diving Deeper

House System

All students are divided into four houses. The house system fosters cooperation and competition across sporting, academic and artistic activities, with teachers' guidance to support house activities and the pursuit of an overall championship.

Governance and Ownership

The school operates as an English-medium Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) school. It is governed by a School Management Committee with a Principal and a Supervisor.
Fees

Annual tuition at HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College ranges from HKD 28,360 to HKD 139,756 for 2026/27.

Application fees
The school does not list a separate application fee on its website.

Tuition fees

* Secondary 1–3 (S1–S3)
• Local students: HKD 28,360 per year
• Non-local students: HKD 104,676 per year

* Secondary 4–6 (S4–S6) DSE Stream
• Local students: HKD 42,540 per year
• Non-local students: HKD 132,326 per year

* Secondary 5–6 (S5–S6) IAL Stream
• Local students: HKD 49,970 per year
• Non-local students: HKD 139,756 per year

Billing schedule and payment terms
Fees are reviewed annually in September and may be adjusted with Education Bureau approval. Payment is collected on an annual basis, though schools in Hong Kong generally divide billing into instalments (e.g., termly).

Other costs
Parents should expect additional expenses for items such as school uniforms, textbooks, and extracurricular activities. The website does not list specific amounts for these.

Refund policy
The published fee schedule does not mention a refund policy for tuition.

Payment options
The website does not specify payment methods, but fees in Hong Kong are typically settled via bank transfer or cheque, subject to the school’s finance office arrangements.
Academics

HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College teaches Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum

The school provides a six-year secondary education programme from Secondary 1 to Secondary 6. In the junior years (S1–S3), students follow a broad curriculum that includes English, Chinese, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Arts, and Physical Education. At the senior level, two distinct pathways are offered: the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) stream from S4–S6 and the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) stream from S5–S6. The HKDSE pathway covers a core of Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, and Citizenship & Social Development, with a choice of electives across sciences, humanities, and arts. The IAL pathway provides students with subject specialisation leading to internationally recognised British qualifications. English is the main medium of instruction for most subjects, with Chinese taught in Putonghua at lower secondary levels.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a dedicated Student Development section that includes programmes such as the Wisdom in Action Programme and initiatives focusing on Positive Emotions, Engagement, Positive Relationships, Meaning of Life, and Accomplishment. These strands suggest an emphasis on student growth beyond academics, though no specific staffing or timetabled SEL lessons are detailed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school runs a Gifted Education and Remediation (GEAR) programme, which provides enrichment and support for students with diverse learning needs. However, the website does not specify categories of SEN supported or whether specialist provision for disabilities is available. The school is not listed as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.

Mental Wellbeing

The Student Development pages include initiatives on Positive Emotions, Positive Relationships, and Meaning of Life, which are linked to wellbeing support. These appear to be embedded in school programmes, though no dedicated counselling staff or mental health services are detailed on the site.

Safeguarding

The school does not publicly disclose specific safeguarding or child protection policies.
Parent Experience

History

HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College was founded in 2006 as a Direct Subsidy Scheme secondary school . It was established by the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) with funding support from the Lee Shau Kee Foundation. The school was named after Dr. Lee Shau Kee, a prominent philanthropist, in recognition of his contributions. Since its founding, it has developed both local (HKDSE) and international (IAL) academic pathways.

Community

The school highlights student development through programmes under the Wisdom in Action framework, which focuses on positive relationships, community service, and personal growth . Students participate in whole-school events such as inter-house activities and cultural activities, alongside academic enrichment programmes. These initiatives reflect an emphasis on building a supportive and active school community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The school has a Parent Teacher Association, which works to strengthen ties between families and the school. Its activities include organising parent-child events, supporting academic and cultural functions, and providing feedback channels between parents and staff . The PTA also helps coordinate parent volunteers for school events and contributes to fostering collaboration within the school community. Specific annual events such as family outings and talks are part of the PTA calendar.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has a Learning Zone consisting of the Library, multi-purpose learning areas and a self-study room. Classrooms and other learning spaces are equipped with the latest technology and multimedia facilities, and intranet and e-learning systems are standard on campus. Digital classrooms with electronic whiteboards support teaching and learning, and the College collaborates with the University of Hong Kong's Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TaLiC) to introduce MOOC-based courses.

Sports Facilities

The Physical and Health Education programme emphasizes motor and athletic development, health-related decision making and appreciation of movement. It includes regular exercise, a range of sports-related activities, health talks and Health Week.

Academic Facilities

The Learning Zone houses the Library, multi-purpose learning areas and a self-study room. Classrooms and special rooms have the latest technology and multimedia facilities. Intranet and e-learning systems are standard on campus, and digital classrooms with electronic whiteboards support learning. The school collaborates with the University of Hong Kong's Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TaLiC) to deliver MOOC-based courses.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Visual Arts includes art making, project work and art appreciation, with museum visits and art workshops. Music focuses on appreciation, performance, training and the use of digital learning tools, with students participating in internal and external music activities. The Library offers Reading Circle and Mobile Library activities, visits to the Central Library, and Harvard Book Prize awards to students. STEM Week provides STEM-focused activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College offers a flexible, diverse curriculum across eight Key Learning Areas to build a strong academic foundation. Junior Forms (S.1–S.3) cover languages (English and Chinese), Mathematics with core and extended modules, Science (Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Personal, Social and Humanities Education, Physical Education, Arts, and Technology. Senior Forms (S.4–S.6) follow the HKDSE framework with core subjects (English, Chinese, Mathematics, Citizenship and Social Development) and electives from seven learning areas, with extended Mathematics options (M1 or M2); the school also offers an International Curriculum, including the Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL), as a bridge to IAL. The medium of instruction is English for most subjects, with Putonghua used for S.1–S.2 Chinese Language to support biliterate and trilingual proficiency.

Arts & Creative

Visual Arts and Music are offered in the junior curriculum; senior forms include Music, Visual Arts, and Media Education as part of Arts Education. The curriculum explicitly lists Visual Arts and Music under Arts for junior forms, and Arts Education encompassing Music, Visual Arts and Media Education for senior years.

Cultural & Language

English language and Chinese language are taught, with Putonghua used as the medium for S.1–S.2 Chinese Language to promote biliterate and trilingual proficiency. The senior curriculum includes English Language Education, English Literature, Chinese Language Education, Chinese Literature, and related Chinese subjects. Some students may join Japanese or Korean in Joint-School Programmes, and HKDSE is complemented by the International A-Level (IAL) path, bridging HKDSE and IGCSE content toward IAL.

Social & Hobbies

The school uses a four-house system to foster teamwork, cooperation and leadership, with houses offering opportunities across sporting, academic, social, and arts activities. All students may join the Students' Union, which provides rights to elect, vote, and participate in governance to develop leadership and a sense of belonging. A Leadership Training Programme teaches leadership styles, financial basics, programme planning, delegation and team building.

Community & Service

The Curriculum Aims target becoming leaders who serve the community. Wisdom in Action Programme, a school-based positive-values initiative co-designed with The University of Hong Kong's Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention since 2016–2017, teaches character strengths, empathy and communication, with a focus on S.1–S.3 and some sessions for older students. The Students' Union aims to develop productive citizens and foster school belonging, leadership and service.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership is built through the Houses system, the Students' Union and the Leadership Training Programme, which equips selected students with leadership skills, program planning, feedback, delegation and the ability to promote a positive school culture. The school's Curriculum Aims declare a goal to become leaders of tomorrow, underpinned by Self-Directed Learning, Self-Discipline and Self-Efficacy.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Well-being is central to the school's approach, with Wellness Week promoting positive emotions and stress-relief strategies as part of Positive Emotions. Wisdom in Action Programme supports social-emotional development, and other student development offerings focus on engagement, relationships and personal growth to foster a flourishing life.
Languages

Language Provision

The school teaches English and Chinese. Languages taught include English language and Chinese language. English Language Education and English Literature are offered; Chinese Language Education and Chinese Literature are offered. Senior Forms (S4–S6) follow the HKDSE curriculum with core subjects English Language, Chinese Language, Mathematics and Citizenship and Social Development, plus three electives from seven learning areas. The school also offers an International A-Level (IAL) alongside HKDSE, with an integrated S4–S6 curriculum bridging HKDSE and IGCSE content and progression to A/AS-levels in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics. Some students may take Applied Learning courses, Japanese and Korean in Joint-School Programme.
Reputation

Awards

The school’s website does not publicly disclose any institutional awards received in the past five years.

Accreditations

The school operates under Hong Kong’s Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS), which is overseen by the Education Bureau. This designation allows the school to set its own curriculum and fees while remaining accountable to government quality and regulatory standards.
Admissions

Admissions



1. Application submission: Parents must complete the official application form during the announced admissions period. Supporting documents, such as recent school reports, identification documents, and photographs, are required.

2. Application fee: The website does not list a separate application fee. Parents should be prepared for possible administrative costs that may apply under Hong Kong DSS school practices.

3. Interview process: Shortlisted applicants are invited for an interview. The school assesses academic ability, language skills, and general suitability during this stage.

4. Offer of place: Successful applicants receive a conditional offer, which must be accepted within a specified timeframe. Acceptance usually requires signing documents and confirming agreement to the school’s fee structure.

5. Registration and enrolment: Parents complete registration by submitting further documents and paying the first instalment of tuition fees. This step secures the child’s place for the academic year.

Scholarships

The school offers several scholarship schemes to recognise and support students:

* HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College Scholarship Scheme – a school-based programme providing financial support for eligible students.
* Dr. LSK Scholars’ Award (Entrance Scholarship) – available to new entrants, with guidelines and application forms published by the school.
* Secondary One Entrance Scholarship – awarded to incoming S1 students, based on academic and other criteria set out in the official application guidelines.

In addition, the school operates a Fee Remission Scheme to support families with financial need. This includes published guidelines, an application form, and a checklist to assist parents through the process. Enquiries about scholarships or remission can be made directly to the school office by phone.

Waitlist

The school does not publicly disclose information about whether it operates a waitlist or central pool system for oversubscribed year groups.
School Events
The school has not added events