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The school follows an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)-inspired curriculum. The PYP framework fosters holistic development across academic, social, physical, emotional, and cultural growth. Student agency and action empower learners to take ownership and become agents of positive change in their communities. The Global Goals Award Scheme is implemented to promote global citizenship and action.
Artistic activities are part of the school's extracurricular offering, with students engaging in artistic endeavours. ECAs include after-school options organized via Gateway. Creativity is fostered through participation in arts and related endeavours.
Sports, clubs, and artistic endeavours provide opportunities to pursue passions and develop teamwork. Participation helps build self-confidence and personal growth. The school offers after-school ECAs with sign-ups via Gateway.
Student groups lead projects and collaborate with peers to address needs within the school community. CARE Reps, Environmental Reps, and Student Council provide opportunities to voice concerns and take action within the school. These experiences foster service orientation and community impact.
Leadership development is embedded through student groups such as Student Council, House Captains, CARE Reps, and Environmental Reps. These roles cultivate effective communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making. Students lead projects, collaborate with peers, and advocate for the school community.
Sports and physical activity are vital to school life, offering diverse opportunities for wellbeing and competition. Outdoor Education extends learning beyond the classroom with trips, excursions, and dedicated camps. The school also supports social-emotional learning through assemblies, classroom integration, and cultivating respectful school relationships.
Sha Tin Junior School (SJS) is an ESF primary school in Fo Tan, Sha Tin, serving around 900 students aged 5–11. It follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is part of Hong Kong’s largest English-medium school organisation. On campus, students benefit from sports, arts and drama facilities, and the programme regularly extends learning beyond classrooms through trips, excursions and camps. SJS emphasises student leadership, with roles such as Student Council, House Captains, CARE Reps and Environmental Reps. Language learning focuses on English and Mandarin, with support for home languages. The school is easily reached in the New Territories—visitors are advised to take the 69K light bus from Sha Tin Station, as there is no on-site parking. Notably, SJS highlights initiatives recognised in its IB evaluation, including the Global Goals Award Scheme and increased student engagement.
