St. Stephen's College

The school is grounded in Christian ethics, morality, and values, aiming to provide a holistic education that extends beyond examinations. It fosters an environment where students develop enquiring minds, self-discipline, independence, and communicative competence. The community values the heritage of the campus and encourages students to pursue their passions and perform with vigour.

The school offers a dual-track academic curriculum, including the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) for S4-S6 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for S5-S6. The junior curriculum (S1-S3) provides a foundation for these pathways. The HKDSE curriculum includes core subjects such as English, Chinese, Mathematics, and Citizenship and Social Development, alongside a variety of electives in humanities, sciences, technology, business, and the arts.

Graduates are expected to be well-rounded individuals characterized by strong moral principles, good language ability, broad global perspectives, and life-long learning skills. The school emphasizes academic excellence alongside the development of soft skills, stamina, and confidence. Students frequently achieve recognition in various academic, artistic, and competition-based arenas.

The school provides guidance services and specific educational support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students. A dedicated team of teachers, support staff, and social workers is available to nurture students' development.

The school manages admissions for S1 through S5 entry, with specific application procedures outlined for each level. It maintains a commitment to accessibility through a fee remission scheme, which is based on disposable family income and household size, with additional support for families with multiple children enrolled. Applications for financial assistance must be submitted by late April or within one month of a confirmed offer.

The school operates on an annual academic cycle, with key events including graduation ceremonies in May and various exhibitions and competitions held throughout the year. Specific application deadlines for fee remission are set for late April.

Located on a 150,000-square-metre campus in Stanley, the school is the largest secondary school in Hong Kong. Facilities include over 60 classrooms, three sports pitches, five dormitories, two halls (Tang Shiu Kin and Ng Wah), and a Grand Hall. Academic and specialized spaces feature various laboratories (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science, and Computer), an AV theatre, an art room, a black box theater, a library, and multiple dining areas.

Students participate in a wide range of activities, including music, sports, and various ECA groups organized into houses. Notable programmes include the Creativity Programme (covering iEngineering, innovation, ceramics, music composition, and media), the Model United Nations, Outward Bound, and STEAM education. Additionally, the school offers exchange and immersion programmes, a mentoring programme, and service learning opportunities.