Closing Hong Kong schools with low numbers hurts special education kids: parents
- Posted on April 5, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Hong Kong's education policy of closing underenrolled schools is creating significant challenges for students with special educational needs. Parents and educators argue that these closures disproportionately affect vulnerable learners who thrive in smaller class environments with personalized attention and holistic assessment approaches. The consolidation strategy overlooks the critical importance of tailored educational settings that prioritize individual development over standardized academic metrics.
Closing Hong Kong schools with low numbers hurts special education kids: parents
Students with special educational needs do better in smaller classes and in schools that look beyond academic grades, parents say.
