Policy Address

Primary and Secondary Schools

Allow Schools under the Direct Subsidy Scheme to Apply for Increasing the Number of Non-local Students

142. The EDB will, on a trial basis, allow schools under the Direct Subsidy Scheme to apply for increasing the number and size of classes, expanding their intake of non-local students with student visas to study on a self-financing mode.

Promote the International Recognition of the Diploma of Secondary Education Examination

143. We will promote the international recognition of the DSE to various sectors through a range of education exhibitions and activities overseas and on the Mainland, enabling DSE candidates to have more options for further education.

144. The EDB will strengthen efforts to crack down on the unauthorised provision of DSE programmes or the operation of "shell schools". We have set up a reporting mechanism, conducted unannounced inspections, and further clarified the registration arrangements for private candidates taking the DSE in the coming year. In addition, we will formulate the Code of Practice for Private Schools and publish the Private School List within this year, with a view to improving the standards of school operation.