Secondary SchoolsSecondary Schools2019 Post-exam/Summer Programmes 2019 Post-exam/Summer Programmes

Founded 13 years ago, Headstart Group constantly evolves and innovates. Our goal is to off er students up-to-date, life-wide educational activities and English enhancement programmes that are fun, stimulating and benefi cial to students.

All our programmes are delivered by Native English-speaking teachers whose fi rst language is English. They are graduates or students from top universities from English or education disciplines, who are also passionate about teaching young students.

Please let your students play, learn and enjoy summer 2019 with Headstart!

School Commendations23

School Partners 2015-201927

ContentsPre-S.1 Bridging Programmes

‘English Get Ahead’ Bridging Programme

‘Curriculum Abound’ LAC Bridging Programme

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11 ‘The Power Pack’ Intensive DSE Summer Programme

15 “Out and About” Day Excursions

‘English Get Ahead’ weaves a) school orientation, b) knowing new schoolmates and c) learning of core secondary school English language seamlessly in an interactive and fun 5-day programme. Our schools can choose to enrich it even more with an outing!

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School OrientationDay 1

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Treasure Hunt I: What, where, which about the new school

Introduction to school facilities through a fun, exciting campus-wide treasure hunt game. Mind-juggling clues will be givenat every check-point!

English Galore

Speak your mind

Build confidence in daily English conversation and classroom presentation.

Day 3 Learning English through the Socio-Cultural Perspective

Electives (choose 3)

Reading Master

Become an avid and fluent reader through acquisition of fundamental reading skills.

Writing Pro

Master the important techniques to become an e�ective writer for varied writing purposes.

Listen up

Acquire valuable listening skills through group games and listening exercises.

The Art of Poems and Songs

Explore key poetic forms (haiku, acrostics, shape poems) and engage in lyrics-rewriting.

Gems of Popular Culture

Immerse in the world of advertising, movies and the latest in pop cultural development.

Heads-up with Social Issues

Investigate topical social issues both local and global, such as poverty and gender inequality.

All about Short Stories

Be familiarised with the basics of this classical literary form, from genre to setting, from plot to twist, from characterization to narration.

Power Up through Sports Communication

Learn about the varieties of sports and the unique genre of sports reporting.

Talk, Play and Work: English as the medium of instruction and communication

Enhance fluency in classroom English through interactiveactivities and exercises.

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Let’s Get Practical!Day 4

Phonics-holics

Boost spelling and pronunciation skills while widening vocabularies.

Note-taking Wizard

Taking advantage of powerful online tools, get in-depth practice in information research and digital note-taking.

Day 5 Treasure Hunt II: English Bu�et

This final treasure hunt game will test students’ newly-acquired English skills using clues and riddles related to the contents of the last 4 days’ lessons.

Student Presentation

Students will end their bridging programme by reflecting upon their journey of learning. In groups, they will produce a short presentation or drama performance which will showcase not only their new skills, but also their feelings towards their new school and classmates.

Kahoot Fun

Using the latest programme in educational technology, have fun in consolidating learning through online quizzes and competitions.

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Outing ChoicesOne outing to replace one day of classroom lesson

Hong Kong Island

Hong Kong Visual Arts CentreHK Visual Arts Centre is housed in a Grade I historic building called Cassels Block, in Hong Kong Park. The building was built in the 1900s and used as the married quarters for British army off icers. HK Visual Arts Centre off ers specialised equipment and exhibition space for local artists and enthusiasts to create, learn and research art. Students will experience a journey of inspiration and awaken the true artist within.

Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts This revitalisation project to restore the Central Police Station compound has resulted in three declared monuments—the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison being turned into Tai Kwun. This unique historical compound is now a centre of arts such as theatre, music, dance and fi lm. There are also engagement programmes and workshops where students can immerse themselves in an odyssey of learning and culture.

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The New Territories

The Hong Kong Museum of HistoryEstablished in 1975, The Hong Kong Museum of History was split from the City Museum and Art Gallery as a standalone museum which preserves Hong Kong’s historical and cultural heritage. The museum is permanently housed next to the Hong Kong Science Museum - with the aim of engaging the public with the stories of Hong Kong and the world as a whole. This is a place where students will be inspired to go further and deeper into our culture and history.

Hong Kong Railway MuseumHong Kong Railway Museum is converted from the old Tai Po Market Railway Station and is now an open-air museum of local railway transportation. The exhibition gallery features the story of railways development in Hong Kong with updated content of the latest information in the fi eld. The museum is also an exhibition itself with the historic station building, coaches and train engines. The interactive experience will broaden students’ knowledge of the railways while gaining knowledge of railways network development in Hong Kong.

Tao Heung Museum of Food CultureTao Heung Museum of Food Culture is located in a revitalized industrial building in Fo Tan. It is one of the few museums run by non-government organisation which aims to introduce the history and modern food cultures of Hong Kong. The museum has a wide range of exhibition including herbs, food samples, cutlery, kitchen tools and equipment used by the local food industry in the past and in the present. These collective memories, passed on from the older generation to the new, will be a precious chance for students to learn more about the history of Hong Kong through the prism of food.

M+ PavilionM+ Pavilion is the temporary exhibition space for M+ exhibitions before the completion of M+ building, the new museum of visual culture scheduled to be completed in 2019. The focus of exhibitions in M+ Pavilion is on 20th and 21st Century art, design, architecture and moving image. As the unique space for artists and designers to stage small-scale exhibitions events upon the completion of M+ building, the M+ Pavilion will provide an invigorating and stimulating art experience for students, especially for those that are interested in modern art.

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‘Curriculum Abound’ immerses students in subject-based English lessons enhanced by added STEAM elements. Students will gain full knowledge of the essential terminology and concepts across a number of junior secondary school subjects.

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School OrientationDay 1

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Snakes and Ladders: What, where, which about the new school

A fun game to help students settle into their secondary school, get around its campus, learn the school personnel and the important school dates.

LAC modules for selection

A) Mathematics

Areas and VolumesCoordinatesPercentages and RatioPythagoras Symmetry and TransformationMultiples and FactorsAngles, Shapes and Symbols

B) Integrated Science

Composite StreamAcids, Bases and AlkalisTypes of EnergyUnderstanding Earth SciencePlant Cells and Animal CellsLab SafetyMechanism

Physics StreamEnergy and Use of EnergyForces and MotionWave MotionElectricity

Chemistry StreamAcids, Bases and AlkalisChemical Reactions and EnergyMetalsMicroscopic World

Biology StreamApplied EcologyBiodiversity and EvolutionCells and MoleculesNutrition for Plants and Animals

Talk, Play and Work: English as the medium of instruction and communication

Enhance fluency in classroom English through interactive games and activities and exercises.

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C) Integrated Humanities

ConsumerismGlobalisationImpact of Mass MediaPovertyBasic Law and CitizenshipChanging Demographics in the World

D) History

Introduction to HistoryAncient Greek CivilisationThe Renaissance - its Science and CultureSpotlight studies: Napoleon and Winston Churchill World Wars in Europe

E) Geography

Air Pollution Changing Land Use in Hong KongLight Pollution Resource Conservation Sustainable CityWeather and Climate

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‘The Power Pack’ empowers students to tackle DSE. It looks at each paper in great details and offers the skills and the knowledge that DSE is set to challenge. Our school can choose its focus in order to cater for its students’ needs. Each paper will be covered by 3 days of 3-hour lessons. Listening will be shorter, it occupies 2 days of 3-hour lessons.

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Reading Paper 1

With the aim of teaching students how to read fast and read smart, this module sets to transform the way students tackle the commonly seen comprehension questions.

Teaching Focus

Practise reading with e iciency Familiarisation with question typesFamiliarisation with question words and knowing how to provide targeted, concise answers

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WritingPaper 2

Designed to help students maximise scores with a) organisation, b) idea generation and c) language accuracy as target areas, this module gives students’ writings richnessand fluency looked for by the assessor.

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Organisation and structureContent: capturing details, idea/opinion generation, description and persuasionLanguage, tone and manner

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SpeakingPaper 4

Students will be given plenty of opportunities to engage in speaking practices. They will acquire not only confidence but also crucial strategies in drumming up smart ideas within a short period of time.

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Practice, practice, practiceEnglish conversational phrases to arrive at fluency of dialogueListening for details and capturing key messagesIdea and opinion generationSpeed and tone during group discussions

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Listening and Integrated skillsPaper 3

This paper requires repeated practice. We will provide exam-oriented drilling complemented by essential lessons on note-taking.

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Practise, practise, practiseFocus and concentrationNote-taking skills

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Come, let’s experience nature, plants and rocks; and let’s go back in time to appreciate our culture, history and heritage; and take a tour to learn what we can do on conservation and how to care for abandoned animals. There is so much more than what meets the eyes!

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1. Society for Abandoned Animals

Society for Abandoned Animals (SAA) is a registered local charitable organization with the motto “Love Animal, Respect Life, No Killing or Abandoning”. SAA aims to rehome abandoned animals, off er assistance to pet owners and promote responsible pet ownership to the public. Visit to the SAA will give students a better understanding of the lives of abandoned animals and develop a correct attitude and sense of responsibility towards animals.

Learning ObjectivesLearn the importance of animal protectionRaise awareness of social issuesHelp nurture students into good, caring citizens

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2. AFCD Lions Nature Education CentreLocated near Sai Kung Town, AFCD Lions Nature Education Centre provides a variety of exhibitions to promote nature education, nature conservation and scientifi c studies. The Centre comprises many informative and attractive zones and featured areas which off er students opportunities for both indoor and outdoor fi eld studies. With the establishment of the Hong Kong Global Geopark, a Geopark Visitor Centre has been opened to introduce the geological history of Hong Kong.

Learning ObjectivesUnderstand Hong Kong’s geological historyVisit featured exhibits to learn about local ecologyImprove understanding of nature conservation

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3. Hong Kong Wetland Park

Hong Kong Wetland Park is a world-class ecotourism park located in Tin Shui Wai. It serves as the ecological mitigation area for the wetlands lost due to the new town development. The Wetland Park is home to an impressive cast of wildlife and hosts regular themed exhibitions, all of which provides students with precious lessons on the importance of biodiversity, civilisation and conservation.

Learning ObjectivesExplore the park’s history and backgroundVisit featured exhibits to learn about the wetland’s ecosystemImprove understanding of biodiversity

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4. Lam Tsuen Lam Tsuen is a residential area since Southern Song dynasty and is famous for its wishing trees and its own version of the Tin Hau Temple. According to tradition, villagers would throw joss paper onto two trees and make wishes during festivals. Nowadays, people from all over Hong Kong still come to Lam Tsuen and make wishes during festivals. A visit to Lam Tsuen is not only an exciting sightseeing opportunity but also provides this generation of students with an introduction to local traditions.

Learning ObjectivesGain a deeper understanding of traditional Chinese cultureRefl ect on general human beliefs and traditionsExplore traditional village life and food culture

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5. Tai Fu Tai Mansion Tai Fu Tai Mansion is a declared monument restored in 1988 which built in the Qing dynasty as the residence of Man Chung-luen, the 21st generation ancestor of the Man clan. The mansion is a fi ne example of a traditional dwelling of the scholar-gentry class in southern China. Through the historic design of the building and its background, students will gain understanding into the life of the scholar-gentry class during the Qing dynasty – an important piece of local history.

Learning ObjectivesExplore an important piece of historical architectureLearn about a little-known period of history in Hong Kong Improve general cultural understanding and appreciation

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6. In-depth exploration of a neighbourhoodStudents will explore a key neighbourhood in Hong Kong, such as Stanley, and To Kwa Wan. They will visit key monuments and museums (including Murray House in Stanley, House of To Kwa Wan Stories in To Kwa Wan) and engage with locals through interviews. They will need to capture the spirit of the neighbourhood through photography, videos and the written words.

Learning ObjectivesImprove understanding of local culture Gain an appreciation of Hong Kong’s varying demographicsLearn about the history and evolution of individual neighbourhoods

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“At the general level, I fi nd the management and tutors of the Headstart Group very professional in delivering the services and yet they are willing to accommodate to the special needs in the unique situation of OUHK.”

Dr. Cheung Kwok WahDean of Education and LanguagesOpen University of Hong Kong

School Commendations

“We truly appreciate Headstart’s fl exibility and promptness with all their follow ups.”

Ms. Ho Ting YeeEnglish Panel HeadBuddhist Wong Wan Tin College

“I would like to express our appreciation to the English courses and programmes organized by your group.”

Mr. Tong Hing KeungPrincipalSt. Peter’s Secondary School

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“We are pleased with the tutors’ performance and the running of the programme.”

Wong Man ChiJunior Form Panel ChairpersonBuddhist Kok Kwong Secondary School

“I would like to express my gratitude for your help and support in organising the teachers’ training programme.”

Kong Chio LokPrincipalEscola Dos Moradores De Macau

School Commendations

“I appreciate your company’s help and support in organising the English Writing Enhancement course for S.6 students.”

Dr. Wong Shiu Hung, StanleyPrincipalKwai Chung Methodist College

“As the teacher of the programme, Mr Noakes not only displays his expertise in the theatrical fi eld, but also his responsible character.”

Ms. Ko Wai YinHead of the English PanelC C C Rotary Secondary School

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School Partners 2015-2019

AD&FD POHL Leung Sing Tak CollegeBelilios Public SchoolBuddhist Kok Kwong Secondary SchoolBuddhist Mau Fung Memorial CollegeBuddhist Tai Hung CollegeBuddhist Wong Wan Tin CollegeCanossa CollegeCaritas Chong Yuet Ming Secondary SchoolCaritas Fanling Chan Chun Ha Secondary SchoolCarmel Alison Lam Foundation Secondary SchoolCarmel Bunnan Tong Memorial Secondary SchoolCarmel Divine Grace Foundation Secondary SchoolCatholic Ming Yuen Secondary SchoolCCC Chuen Yuen CollegeCCC Hoh Fuk Tong CollegeCCC Kei San Secondary SchoolCCC Ming Yin CollegeCCC Mong Man Wai CollegeCCC Rotary Secondary SchoolCheung Chuk Shan CollegeCheung Sha Wan Catholic Secondary SchoolChina Holiness CollegeChinese YMCA CollegeChristian Alliance Cheng Wing Gee CollegeChristian Alliance S W Chan Memorial CollegeClementi Secondary SchoolCMA Choi Cheung Kok Secondary SchoolCognitio College (Hong Kong)Cognitio College (Kowloon)Confucian Tai Shing Ho Kwok Pui Chun CollegeCUHKFAA Chan Chun Ha Secondary SchoolDe La Salle Secondary School, N.T.ECF Saint Too Canaan CollegeEscola Dos Moradores De Macau (Secondary)Escola Kwong Tai MacauEscola Tong NamEscola Tong Sin TongFanling Government Secondary SchoolFanling Lutheran Secondary SchoolFDBWA Szeto Ho Secondary SchoolFortress Hill Methodist Secondary SchoolFukien Secondary SchoolFukien Secondary School (Siu Sai Wan)GCC&ITKD Lau Pak Lok Secondary SchoolHelen Liang Memorial Secondary School (Shatin)Henrietta Secondary SchoolHeung To Secondary School (Tseung Kwan O)HHCKLA Buddhist Ching Kok Secondary SchoolHK&KLN Chiu Chow Public Association Secondary SchoolHKCWC Fung Yiu King Memorial Secondary SchoolHKMLC Queen Maud Secondary SchoolHKTA The Yuen Yuen Institute No.2 Secondary SchoolHKTA The Yuen Yuen Institute No.3 Secondary SchoolHKWMA Chu Shek Lun Secondary SchoolHo Fung College (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen)Ho Yu College And Primary School (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen)

Hong Kong Chinese Women’s Club CollegeHong Kong Sea SchoolHong Kong Tang King Po CollegeHong Kong Teachers’ Association Lee Heng Kwei Secondary SchoolImmaculate Heart of Mary CollegeJu Ching Chu Secondary School (Tuen Mun)Ju Ching Chu Secondary School (Yuen Long)Kau Yan CollegeKing’s CollegeKit Sam Lam Bing Yim Secondary SchoolKo Lui Secondary SchoolKowloon Technical SchoolKowloon Tong School (Secondary Section)Kowloon True Light SchoolKwai Chung Methodist CollegeKwun Tong Kung Lok Government Secondary SchoolKwun Tong Maryknoll CollegeLai Chack Middle SchoolLaw Ting Pong Secondary SchoolLingnan Dr Chung Wing Kwong Memorial Secondary SchoolLions CollegeLock Tao Secondary SchoolLok Sin Tong Leung Kau Kui CollegeLok Sin Tong Young Ko Hsiao Lin Secondary SchoolLok Sin Tong Yu Kan Hing Secondary SchoolLui Cheung Kwong Lutheran CollegeMa On Shan Tsung Tsin Secondary SchoolMadam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School of Miu Fat Buddhist MonasteryMan Kiu CollegeMaryknoll Fathers’ SchoolNew Asia Middle SchoolNewman Catholic CollegeNg Yuk Secondary SchoolNing Po CollegeNing Po No.2 CollegeNotre Dame CollegeOur Lady’s CollegePaoc Ka Chi Secondary SchoolPentecostal Lam Hon Kwong SchoolPentecostal SchoolPHC Wing Kwong CollegePo Chiu Catholic Secondary SchoolPo Kok Secondary SchoolPo Leung Kuk C W Chu CollegePo Leung Kuk Centenary Li Shiu Chung Memorial CollegePo Leung Kuk Ho Yuk Ching (1984) CollegePo Leung Kuk Lee Shing Pik CollegePo Leung Kuk Ma Kam Ming CollegePo Leung Kuk No.1 W.H. Cheung CollegePo On Commercial Association Wong Siu Ching Secondary SchoolPooi To Middle SchoolPope Paul VI CollegePrecious Blood Secondary SchoolPui Shing Catholic Secondary SchoolPui Tak Canossian CollegeQualied College

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Queen’s College Old Boys’ Association Secondary SchoolRhenish Church Pang Hok-ko Memorial CollegeSacred Heart Canossian College English SectionSai Kung Sung Tsun Catholic School (Secondary Section)Saint Paul School MacauSALEM-Immanuel Lutheran CollegeSan Wui Commercial Society Chan Pak Sha SchoolSha Tin Government Secondary SchoolShau Kei Wan Government Secondary SchoolShun Tak Fraternal Association Leung Kau Kui CollegeSing Yin Secondary SchoolSKH Chan Young Secondary SchoolSKH Leung Kwai Yee Secondary SchoolSKH Li Ping Secondary SchoolSKH Tang Shiu Kin Secondary SchoolSKH Tsang Shiu Tim Secondary SchoolSKH Tsoi Kung Po Secondary SchoolSt. Antonius Girls’ CollegeSt. Catharine’s School For GirlsSt. Clare’s Girls’ SchoolSt. Francis of Assisi’s CollegeSt. Francis Xavier’s CollegeSt. Joseph’s Anglo-Chinese SchoolSt. Paul’s School (Lam Tin)St. Peter’s Secondary SchoolSTFA Leung Kau Kui CollegeTang Shiu Kin Victoria Government Secondary SchoolThe Chinese Foundation Secondary SchoolThe Salvation Army William Booth Secondary SchoolThe Yuen Yuen Institute MFBM Nei Ming Chan Lui Chung Tak Memorial CollegeTIACC Woo Hon Fai Secondary SchoolTin Shui Wai Government Secondary SchoolTin Shui Wai Methodist CollegeTrue Light Girls’ CollegeTseung Kwan O Government Secondary SchoolTsuen Wan Government Secondary SchoolTsuen Wan Public Ho Chuen Yiu Memorial CollegeTuen Mun Catholic Secondary SchoolTuen Mun Government Secondary SchoolTung Chung Catholic SchoolTWGHs Kap Yan Directors’ CollegeTWGHs Li Ka Shing CollegeTWGHs Lui Yun Choy Memorial CollegeTWGHs Mr & Mrs Kwong Sik Kwan CollegeTWGHs Mrs. Fung Wong Fung Ting CollegeTWGHs Sun Hoi Directors’ CollegeTWGHs Wong Fut Nam CollegeTWGHs Yau Tze Tin Memorial CollegeTWGHs Yow Kam Yuen CollegeValtorta CollegeWai Kiu CollegeWEO Chang Pui Chung Memorial SchoolWong Shiu Chi Secondary SchoolYCH Lim Por Yen Secondary SchoolYu Chun Keung Memorial College No.2

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