Education

The Central College was established in 1862 by the British colonial government. It was the first government school to integrate western knowledge, Chinese culture, and national education. The curriculums generally adopted included Chinese language, Bible studies, English language, History and Sciences. In 1889, the Central College was relocated and subsequently renamed Queen’s College in 1894.  

Starting from 1842, Hong Kong played a vital role in significant business activities between the Qing government of China and Britain. Starting from this period, Hong Kong demanded talents who could speak Chinese and English for trading business. However, the education provision in Hong Kong  varied in quality during the 18th century. The British colonial government, missionary bodies and Chinese charitable organizations with different purposes provided various curricula. Not until 1862 did the British colonial government merge four government schools and established the Central College. The college cultivated Chinese-english bilingual talents by introducing the curriculum of British education, such as Bible Studies, English, History, and Sciences. Some of them became diplomats of the Qing Government.

Queen’s College formerly known as the Central College isthe oldest Government Secondary school in Hong Kong with a history of almost 160 years. Its primary ambition was to educate more high-calibre people in Hong Kongwho serve as a bridge between China and the West. Some examples are the philanthropist Robert Ho Tung Bosman and the political philosopher Dr Sun Yat-sen. The Hong Kong education system aims to cultivate the next generation with a worldwide vision and receptivity from different cultures. Receptivity and flexibility have become instrumental values in Hong Kong culture, and that expedite the establishment of an international city.