Other Learning Experiences (OLE)
As a component of the NSS Curriculum, OLE accounts for 10% to 15% of the overall learning time. It complements the core subjects and elective subjects in cultivating students’ positive values and attitudes for facilitating their whole-person development. The following are the aims and expected outcomes.
- To widen students’ horizons, and to develop their life-long interests;
- To nurture positive values and attitudes;
- To provide students with a broad and balanced curriculum with essential learning experiences in order to nurture the five essential Chinese virtues, ‘Ethics, Intellect, Physical Development, Social Skills and Aesthetics; and
- To facilitate students’ all-round development as life-long learners with a focus on sustainable capacities, the expected outcomes include:
- becoming active, informed and responsible citizens;
- developing respect for plural values and interests in the arts;
- adopting a healthy lifestyle; and
- enhancing career aspirations and positive work ethics.
The opportunities to participate in OLE activities include the aspects of Moral and Civic Education, Community Service, Career-related Experiences, Aesthetic Development and Physical Development.
Student Learning Profile (SLP)
The SLP is a summary presentation of what a student participates in and achieves, in terms of his/her whole-person development during the senior secondary years. It aims to demonstrate and recognize the whole-person development of the student. It also facilitates his/her reflection on his/her on-going experiences and set goals.
The profile gives information on the competencies and specialties. The SLP includes:
- Student’s personal information
- Academic Achievements in the senior secondary years
- OLE Record
- Awards and Major Achievements issued by the School
- Performance/Awards and Key Participation Outside School
- Student’s Self-reflection