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English and Putonghua are the core working languages, with the goal of trilingual proficiency in English, Cantonese and Putonghua and biliteracy in English and Chinese. Regular Chinese Language and English Language lessons include small-group teaching to support students with diverse abilities, and some junior secondary Chinese Language classes are taught in Putonghua. The school also delivers language arts taught by native English speakers, and provides language-enrichment resources such as e-learning and school-language activities.
LTFC provides bilingual education in English and Putonghua. The program aims for students to be trilingual in English, Cantonese and Putonghua, and biliterate in English and Chinese. Some junior secondary Chinese Language classes are taught in Putonghua, and regular Language Arts lessons are taught by native English speakers. English and Putonghua are used in assemblies and school communications, with language-focused activities such as the English Café and Putonghua World providing additional immersive exposure.
LTFC uses an immersive language environment rather than separate immersion tracks. The English Café and Putonghua World provide authentic language exposure outside regular classes. Daily announcements and school activities are conducted mainly in English and Putonghua, reinforcing classroom learning. A range of English and Putonghua activities are offered during lunch and after school.
Lam Tai Fai College is a Direct Subsidy Scheme (DSS) English-medium secondary school in Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong. It opened in September 2004 with a curriculum that blends academic study with sports, fashion design, and innovative technology, and emphasizes Art & Fashion Design, Sports Development, Health Education, Innovative Technology and Chinese Culture. The school serves junior and senior secondary students (S1–S6) under the Hong Kong secondary system, with the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) as the senior qualification. The campus features facilities such as an Innovation and Technology Centre, a Library and Learning Resources Centre, a Fashion Centre, and STEM labs, plus extensive co-curricular and partnership programmes. LTFC also runs the Partnership School Programme to support elite student athletes balancing sport and study. Co-curricular activities include a range of school teams, uniform groups and student clubs that encourage sport, arts, culture and service.