FAQ

1. Who is HKAFK for? 

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To put simply, HKAFK courses are for parents who want their child to achieve a real and practical advantage by enriching their background knowledge in the world, the only proven way that consistently raises English language scores. Students from HKAFK will leave each lesson satisfied that they have learned something fascinating and relevant about the world which will benefit them in deep and lasting way, from tackling future examination questions to engaging in meaningful conversations with adults during social gatherings. 

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2. How is HKAFK different from other education centres?

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HKAFK utilises the philosophy and materials of the Core Knowledge (CK) curriculum. It equips students with with carefully selected foundational knowledge from different fields that would fully equip students to excel in English learning, especially in reading comprehension section. Other education agencies seek to teach student discrete reading skills, which research has shown disregards actual learning processes, and are thus ineffective. 

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2. Is the curriculum free? If so, why should students sign up for HKAFK lessons? 

Yes, the CK curriculum is completely free of charge! You may find many of their materials online. In fact, many curricula in the world are free of charge. However, it is the delivery of the materials that sets HKAFK apart. Students get to experience a content packed lesson in a fun and interactive way from an experienced teacher, which makes all the difference. Our public libraries provide a wealth of free knowledge to all citizens - but without proper guidance, how many people actually benefit? 

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3. Why is each group limited to 7 people? Can you take more? 

Two reasons. Firstly, small group learning is much more effective than individual learning or large group learning. Having experienced one-on-one tutorials both as a teacher and a student, the lack of interaction with peers can render the lesson extremely dry and tedious. You are also unable to benefit from the unique perspectives of others.  

Secondly, EDB requires all education institutes teaching 8 or more students or 20 or more students per day to register for a license. In order to successfully register for a license, many requirements irrelevant to education must be met (e.g. building codes, fire hazards). So, no I cannot take more.

Rest assured, this will be done in the future when it is time for HKAFK to expand! 

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4. Will you be teaching critical thinking skills? 

Yes and no. According to research, critical thinking is not a skill that can be transferred between different disciplines. People who exhibit the the most critical thinking traits are always already experts in their fields with a strong grasp of knowledge matters. Critical thinking comes naturally from the acquisition of background knowledge. Students who have completed courses with HKAFK will be equipped with background knowledge of a expertly selected range of topics that would naturally lead to high-functioning critical thinkers. 

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5. Will you give discounts? 

No, the lessons are fairly priced.

However, any existing students from families with financial distress may apply in writing briefly detailing their situation and request. Any request would be at the discretion of the Academy.