灵活定制、小班教学……哈罗横琴A-Level学生亲自讲述学习体验
哈罗横琴在本学期首次开设A-Level课程,十一年级的学生开始了为期两年的A-Level课程学习。A-Level课程是英国教育体系的黄金标准,得到全球160个国家,一万多所大学的认可。与传统教育体系相比,A-Level允许学生根据自己的兴趣和未来职业规划选择科目。 毕业班阶段的课程兼具挑战性和趣味性,学生可以根据自身特长选择科目进行深入学习。A-Level课程以其高质量和灵活性,越来越受中国考生的欢迎。
目前,哈罗横琴的A-Level课程主要有四个路径,满足同学们升入目前顶级主流大学的需求。
·数学路径:数学、进阶数学
·科学路径:生物、化学、物理
·商科路径:商科、经济学
·创意路径:艺术与设计、戏剧、音乐
不少学生还会选读EPQ研究性学习项目,以强化学科研究能力,并在感兴趣的专业领域里深入挖掘。
除此之外,哈罗横琴还有三年A-Level课程,为中考完转轨国际化高中的十年级(高一)学生量身定制。
A-Level预备课程班的学生将吸收IGCSE和A-Level两大课程的精华。学生不仅能取得全球认可的IGCSE资质,还能为后续的A-Level课程学习奠定坚实的基础。
学生会学习三门IGCSE课程和两门A-Level预备课程。IGCSE科目为中文、英文和数学,均为剑桥考试局外部测评学科。我们为A-Level预备班的学生开设化学、物理、经济、商业研究和艺术等学科。另外,我们专门设计了英文快速提升课程,针对中考毕业生的英语基础和学习方式制定个性化课程,全面高效提高英语能力。
我们近期与三名在A-Level学习中进步较大的学生进行了访谈,他们都认为小班教学给与他们很大的帮助,老师可以根据他们的节奏调整教学,给与足够的支持 ,让他们在这个学期快速进步。
哈罗横琴每个班的学生不会超过24人,拥有1:4的师生比,在毕业班甚至有1:2、1:1的师生比,让学生能得到足够的关注和支持。
我目前在学四门A-Level课程,分别为生物、化学、物理和数学。进入十一年级,课程内容难度提升,难免会出现紧张的情况。我的老师们会时刻关注我,尤其在上生物课的时候是一对一教学,老师如果发现我的状态不好,会适当调整教学节奏,作业也会适当调整。得益于小班教学,我发现我这个学期的进步是非常明显的。
因为和Gloria是一对一教学,我能仔细观察出来她是个十分独立自主的学生,很有批判性思维,善于提出问题,这一点恰恰是学好科学最需要的一个品质。我在课堂上会主要以questioning 方式引导她独立思考而不是直接告诉她理论。除了考纲上的内容,我会拓展相关的内容或者更深入的细节以引起她的兴趣和思考。她也很擅长做实验和调研,在这学期,她的实验技巧也进步了很多。我觉得她更有自信了,不管是实际操作层面还是理论理解层面,她对生物的兴趣也逐渐增加了。
我现在在学化学、物理和数学的A-Level课程。之前我的IGCSE化学学得不透彻,现在化学老师的教学节奏和方式都更加适合我,因为是小班教学,化学老师能花更多心思在我身上,我的疑惑能很快得到解答。另外,之前我数学课因为一些事情耽误了,数学老师会给与帮助,让我跟上进度,我很感谢老师。
Sam上课变得更加专注了,现在也更加认真地对待学业。乐于看到他的变化。
我是中考后从公立学校转到哈罗横琴,现在在上的是三年A-Level课程,会兼顾IGCSE和A-Level预备课程。我有一门英文快速提升课程,经过一段时间的学习,我不再害怕与外籍人士交流。不久前我参加了学校的双语演讲比赛,顺利通过初赛。另外,我觉得我的数学也得到明显提高,从开始看不懂英文题目到现在自主读题解题,非常感谢数学老师的耐心辅导。
Winnie在老师帮助下,现已可以解答相当难度的IGCSE数学题。
Winnie从公立学校转过来,不熟悉国际考试科目的题目,我给她一一梳理题型和考点,巩固数学专业术语。她的数学底子不差,只要有正确方法便能进入正轨,为她之后的A-Level课程打好基础。
在哈罗横琴,我们十分关注每一位学生的个人发展,在九至十二年级的整个阶段,学生和家长都可以获取到关于大学升学与职业发展的专业指导意见,这包括针对学生和家长可预约的一对一咨询、大学升学和职业指导工作坊、和学校举办的大学展/对话大学招生官活动等。
香港中文大学语言学硕士
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加州大学伯克利分校职业生涯和大学申请规划证书
多年职业发展和教育规划经验
为了能使学生在升学和职业规划的课题上,得到充分而全面的信息,我们的学生从九年级起,便开始通过学校提供的UniFrog平台探索自己的职业和学习兴趣,从十年级开始接受由经验丰富的专业升学指导顾问老师所提供的职业及大学咨询,和相应的A-Level选课指导和背景提升规划。学生在十一年级年级开始与升学指导顾问开始密集的一对一沟通,针对自身个性化发展进行细致的规划。
学校定期举行家长工作坊,邀请大学招生官和教育专家与家长进行交流。
Gloria L.和Sam Z.同学透露,他们都已经明确申请大学的方向,正根据升学指导老师的指引,设定标准化考试目标,规划职业实践、暑期学校和其他背景提升项目等等。Winnie Y. 同学正了解不同的大学体系、文化和海外生活,探索与职业目标相关的学术兴趣,获得A-Level课程选课建议。
Harrow Hengqin has launched its A-Level programme this term, with Grade 11 students beginning a two-year course of study. The A-Level programme is the gold standard of the British education system, recognised by over 10,000 universities across 160 countries worldwide. Compared to traditional education systems, A-Level allows students to select subjects based on their interests and future career plans. The courses are both challenging and engaging, offering students the opportunity to specialise in subjects that align with their strengths. With its high quality and flexibility, the A-Level programme is becoming increasingly popular among Chinese students.
Flexible Pathways for
Personalised Learning
Harrow Hengqin offers several A-Level pathways to meet students’ needs for admission to top universities.
· Mathematics Pathway: Mathematics, Further Mathematics
· Science Pathway: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
· Business Pathway: Business Studies, Economics
· Creative Pathway: Art & Design, Drama, Music
Many students also choose to take the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) to enhance their research skills and delve deeper into a field of interest.
In addition, Harrow Hengqin offers a three-year A-Level programme, specifically designed for Grade 10 students who have completed their Zhongkao and are transitioning to an international high school.
Diverse and Comprehensive Academic Structures
Harrow Hengqin High School Curriculum:
Students in the A-Level Induction Programme will benefit from a combination of IGCSE and A-Level courses. They will not only gain the globally recognised IGCSE qualifications but also lay a strong foundation for their subsequent A-Level studies.
Students take three IGCSE courses and two A-Level preparatory courses. The IGCSE subjects include Chinese, English, and Mathematics, all externally assessed by the Cambridge Examination Board. For A-Level preparatory students, we offer subjects such as Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business Studies, and Art.
Additionally, we have specifically designed an intensive English improvement programme tailored to the English proficiency and learning methods of students who have recently completed their high school entrance exams. This personalized programme effectively enhances their English skills in a comprehensive and efficient manner.
Students Share:
How Small-Class Teaching Supports
Personalised Learning
We recently interviewed three students who have made significant progress in their A-Level studies. All of them agree that the small-class teaching approach has greatly helped them, allowing teachers to adjust their pace according to their individual needs and provide the necessary support, enabling them to make rapid progress this term.
At Harrow Hengqin, each class consists of no more than 24 students, with a teacher-to-student ratio of 1:4. In sixth form, this can even be as low as 1:2 or 1:1, ensuring that students receive ample attention and support.
I am currently studying four A-Level subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. As I moved into Grade 11, the level of difficulty increased, and I inevitably felt some pressure. My teachers are always attentive to my needs, particularly in Biology, where I receive one-on-one instruction. If my teacher notices that I’m struggling, they adjust the pace of the lesson or modify the assignments accordingly. Thanks to small-class teaching, I’ve noticed significant progress this semester.
Since I teach Gloria one-on-one, I’ve been able to see that she is a very independent and critical thinker, which is an essential quality for mastering science. In class, I primarily use questioning techniques to encourage her to think independently rather than just providing the theory. Besides the prescribed syllabus, I also expand on related topics or go into greater depth to spark her interest and encourage deeper thinking. She is also very skilled at conducting experiments and research, and this semester, I’ve seen considerable improvement in her practical skills. She has gained more confidence, both in her hands-on work and theoretical understanding, and her interest in Biology has grown.
I am currently studying A-Level Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. I didn’t fully grasp Chemistry during my IGCSE studies, but now the teaching pace and methods are much more suited to me. Because of small-class teaching, my Chemistry teacher can focus more on my individual needs, and my questions get answered more quickly. Additionally, I had fallen behind in Mathematics for a while, but my teacher has been very supportive, helping me catch up. I’m very grateful for this assistance.
He seems to be mor dedicated and now taking his studies more seriously. It’s rewarding to see his progress.
Dr. Furze
Chemistry
Teacher
I transferred from a public school to Harrow Hengqin after my Zhongkao exams, and I’m now enrolled in the three-year A-Level induction programme, which includes both IGCSE and A-Level induction courses. I’ve been taking an English enhancement course, and after some time, I’m no longer afraid to communicate with native speakers. I recently participated in the school’s bilingual public speaking competition and made it through the preliminary round. Additionally, I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my Mathematics – I went from not understanding the English-language problems to now being able to read and solve them independently. I’m really grateful for my Mathematics teacher’s patient guidance.
Winnie, with the help of her teacher, is now able to solve fairly difficult IGCSE mathematics problems.
Winnie transferred from a public school, so she wasn’t familiar with the types of questions and concepts in international exams. I’ve been working with her to review the different types of questions and key concepts, while also reinforcing mathematical terminology. She has a solid foundation in Mathematics; she just needed the right approach to get on track. This is laying a strong foundation for her future A-Level studies.
Claus Li
Mathematics
Teacher
One-on-One Guidance:
University Admissions and
Career Counseling
At Harrow Hengqin, we prioritize the personal development of every student. Throughout Grades 9 to 12, students and parents can access expert guidance on university admissions and career development. This includes in-person consultations by appointment, university and career guidance workshops, and events such as university fairs and lectures from university representatives.
Students in sixth form attended a university fair at Harrow Hong Kong this semester.
Tashitso
University Guidance Counselor
Master's in Linguistics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Bachelor's in English, Hunan University
College Admissions and Career Planning Certificate, University of California, Berkeley
Years of Experience in Career Development and Education Planning
To provide students with comprehensive information on admissions and career planning, they start exploring their career and academic interests through the UniFrog platform from Grade 9. Beginning in Grade 10, students receive career and university counseling from experienced professional university counsellor, including guidance on A-Level course selection and strategies for enhancing their profiles. In Grade 11, students engage in intensive one-on-one sessions with their counsellor to develop personalized plans for their future.
Our school regularly holds parent workshops, inviting university admissions officers and education experts to engage in discussions with parents.
Gloria L. and Sam Z. have both clarified their university application directions and are setting standardised exam goals, following the guidance of their university counsellors. They are also planning career-related internships, summer schools, and other activities to enhance their profiles. Meanwhile, Winnie Y. is exploring different university systems, cultures, and life abroad, while also investigating academic interests related to her career goals and seeking advice on subject choices for her A-Level programme.
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