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Hong Kong schools advised against grade retention for SEN pupils

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Hong Kong schools are advised against making students with special educational needs repeat a grade, according to revised guidance from the Education Bureau. The updated School Administration Guide emphasizes that grade retention can exacerbate social and emotional adjustment issues and increase mental health risks for these students. Schools considering grade retention for SEN pupils must now consult with parents and a team of professionals, including an educational psychologist. AI

RANK_REASON Policy update from an education authority regarding student welfare. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Hong Kong schools advised against grade retention for SEN pupils

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Schools urged not to make pupils with special educational needs repeat grades

    Hong Kong schools should not require students with special educational needs or severe mental illness to repeat a grade, under revised education authorities’ guidance that warns the practice could worsen their adjustment difficulties. The latest version of the Education Bureau’s …

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