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ESF Jockey Club Sarah Roe School Rainbow Project Learning Centre 2B Tin Kwong Road, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon District: Kowloon City Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.jcsrs.edu.hk G/F Yuen Fai Court, No. 10 Sai Yuen Lane, Sai Ying Pun District: Central and Western Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.rainbowproject.org Principal: Ms. Karin Wetselaar Principal: Keith Lee Description: Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (JCSRS) is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF). It is a special school for children aged 5-19 with special educational needs (SEN). The school is a specialist resource that supports students with a wide range of individual needs including students with moderate to severe or complex learning disabilities and students with autism. All students leaving the school at the end of their educational career do so with a record of achievement and a portfolio of work that is accredited by ASDAN, an awarding body that is recognised by further education, commerce and industry. Description: Special Educational Service for Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder plus therapy support. A non-profit organisation established in 1999 to provide support to children and families affected by Autism; and serving the low-income families by providing subsidised fees. Number of Teachers: 9 teachers, at least 2 education assistants per class, 2 speech and language therapists, 2 occupational therapists, 1 physiotherapist, 1 part time music therapist and 3 therapy assistants. Number of Teachers: Early Intervention Programme (EIP) 2, Primary Class 2 Number of Classrooms: 3 Teacher/student ratio: Primary Class Early Intervention Programme (EIP) 1:3 1:2 Hours: Primary Class EIP (Half Day) 8:30am-3:30pm 9am-12pm / 1-4pm Teacher/student ratio: 1:7 Curriculum: The classroom adopts the TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication Handicapped Children) training methodology and multi-disciplinary approach. Hours: 8:50am-2:45pm Curriculum: Teachers and therapists have collaboratively developed the JCSRS curriculum framework that aligns with the ESF PYP curriculum and the Essential Elements Framework. We also stay up to date by researching leading practices in special education from across the world. We cover three units of work per year as well as modules of work from the ASDAN - Towards Independence’ programme. Features: JCSRS is a purpose built international special school which provides a quality, inclusive education. Staff work as a multi- disciplinary team to ensure all students can access the curriculum and be the best they can be. As students move towards the more senior years they participate in vocational education programmes that prepare them for post school life. Facilities: The school has a range of excellent facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, specially designed changing and toileting areas, a sensory integration room, a multi-sensory room, Independent Living Skills provision, Expressive Arts Zone, medical and therapy rooms. Accreditations: ASDAN programme; in 2015 we became one of only four special schools in the world to be accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). Fees: (2018-19) Year 1 to 3 Years 4 to 6 Year 7 to 11 Year 12 to 13 Features: Our classes are small, with a maximum of seven students per class, and staffed with well-qualified and experienced teachers with special education training background. Facilities: Fully equipped occupational therapy room, certified therapists (OT & ST) with experience working with ASD children and children with other special needs. Inspection: Under the supervision and guidelines as stipulated by EDB and an active Rainbow Board member. Fees: (2017-2018) Primary Class EIP (Half Day) HKD$14,500/month HKD$9,600/month Admission: School placement consultation and assessment. Transport: School transport not applicable; learning centre is easily accessible by public transport; located close to MTR station. Parents: Parents and professionals sit on the Rainbow Board to provide directions and plan for future development. HKD$111,200 per annum HKD$93,900 per annum HKD$128,400 per annum HKD$135,000 per annum The School Book 2019-2020 145