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Lee Cheuk-hing says he has appointed legal representatives to review his dismissal. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong principal fired over Singapore row says he will seek legal advice

Lee Cheuk-hing apologises again for swearing incident but says he is shocked by immediate dismissal.

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Education in Hong Kong

ESF links kindergartens to primary schools, securing places through to graduation

Hong Kong society

No pain, no gain? Ex-player defends ‘unique’ method of coach seen slapping student

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Education in Hong Kong

West’s xenophobia, cash woes present huge openings for Hong Kong, scholar says

Kazakhstan’s Nazarbayev University set to launch another joint undergraduate programme with Polytechnic University.

Professor Waqar Ahmad notes Hong Kong is the only city in the world boasting five universities ranked in the top 100. Photo: Jeffie Lam
Professor Waqar Ahmad notes Hong Kong is the only city in the world boasting five universities ranked in the top 100. Photo: Jeffie Lam
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong principal fired for swearing at security guards on Singapore school trip

San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School says it refused to accept resignation of Lee Cheuk-hing, who violated code of conduct for staff.

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Education in Hong Kong

Parents seek spots with popular schools despite record-high allocation results

About 86 per cent of children secured one of their top three primary school choices through central allocation, up from 79 per cent.

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Education in Hong Kong

Universities in Hong Kong and Kazakhstan deepen ties during Lee’s visit

Education University of Hong Kong and Polytechnic University sign agreements with Nazarbayev University on research and other areas.

Hong Kong leader John Lee (right) and Professor Waqar Ahmad, president of Nazarbayev University. Photo: Jeffie Lam
Hong Kong leader John Lee (right) and Professor Waqar Ahmad, president of Nazarbayev University. Photo: Jeffie Lam
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong basketball coach apologises for slapping pupil in viral video

Hon Wah College says incident took place during the 2023-24 school year, adding coach involved had been suspended.

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Education in Hong Kong

Education minister apologises after parents get school allocation messages early

Education Bureau says it rectified the system and urged parents to disregard the SMS messages sent this morning.

Hong Kong society

Eminent scientist returns to Hong Kong to lead HKUST’s new medical school

King Li says he is honoured to take up the role at HKUST, pledging to nurture future leaders of ‘healthcare revolution’.

King Li says transforming the city's healthcare system would mean improving quality, lowering costs and increasing accessibility. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong property recovery tested as bigger student housing deals gain traction

Hotel conversions draw institutional capital back to distressed assets as banks push disposals and financing conditions improve.

Flexible living operator Dash Living acquired BeLiving Youth Hub for HK$360 million in February. Photo: Karma Lo
Flexible living operator Dash Living acquired BeLiving Youth Hub for HK$360 million in February. Photo: Karma Lo
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong body took action after teacher carried female student like bride

Bureau says it dealt with educator’s conduct upon learning in 2024 of photos showing him posing with student.

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Education in Hong Kong

86% of Hong Kong children get preferred school places as applications plunge 16%

Education Bureau reveals 14,093 children allocated place in one of their top three choices under central allocation stage.

Education in Hong Kong

Students divided over Hong Kong principal’s resignation after Singapore clash

Some accepted Lee Cheuk‑hing’s apology as sincere while others say he should be held accountable for tarnishing school’s image.

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Principal Lee Cheuk-hing with students of San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School. Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong principal who swore at Singapore security guards resigns, apologises

Lee Cheuk‑hing has tendered his resignation following confrontation with security guards during school trip.

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Lee Cheuk-hing had been on school trip to Singapore when the incident occurred. Photo: Handout
Lee Cheuk-hing had been on school trip to Singapore when the incident occurred. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

1 in 12 secondary students socially disengaged on campus, survey finds

Findings imply 28,000 young students are quietly slipping through the cracks, prompting calls for early intervention before they drop out.

Education in Hong Kong

4 schools to close, 8 to merge with others after failing to meet enrolment quota

Hong Kong’s Education Bureau says it has approved 12 schools’ survival plans, including two that will operate self-financing Primary One classes.

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Education in Hong Kong

57-year-old Hong Kong school to merge after third closure threat in 2 decades

Fresh Fish Traders’ School will merge with nearby CCC Kei Tsun Primary School on September 1 according to circular issued on Tuesday.

The institution will merge with the nearby CCC Kei Tsun Primary School on September 1. Photo: Jelly Tse
The institution will merge with the nearby CCC Kei Tsun Primary School on September 1. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong school suspends principal for swearing at security guards in Singapore

San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School says decision taken because principal’s behaviour fell short of public expectations.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school to probe principal who swore at Singapore security guards

School manager says principal’s conduct on Singapore trip will be reviewed and it is too early to decide if he should face disciplinary action.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school ordered to explain after principal swears on Singapore trip

Footage posted on social media shows man arguing with two security guards from doorway of coach and then swearing.

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The clip shows a man pointing his fingers at the guards, then yelling “shut up” and “go away” and swears at them. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

New pay model for native English-speaking teachers risks lowering standards: group

Head of association for teachers says shift to lower packages may lead to educators with less experience and motivation.

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Most public primary and secondary schools seeking NETs have decided to switch to the flexible scheme. Photo: Getty Images
Most public primary and secondary schools seeking NETs have decided to switch to the flexible scheme. Photo: Getty Images
Education in Hong Kong

Graduates of top vocational school spared brunt of AI impact, new chairman says

Jeffrey Lam explains how he will steer Vocational Training Council as job market changes rapidly and reveals plans for Northern Metropolis campus.

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Education in Hong Kong

Former Hong Kong top scorer Mung Chiang to lead Northwestern University

Mung Chiang moved to Hong Kong from Tianjin at age 11 and attended Queen’s College before pursuing higher education at Stanford University.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong labour chief rejects review of non-local graduate visas despite job slump

Chris Sun defends talent and graduate visa schemes, citing shortage of local degree holders despite 61 per cent drop in entry-level roles.

Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun says Hong Kong cannot rely solely on local graduates as the workforce shrinks, amid calls to review visa schemes. Photo: Dickson Lee.
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