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Definition
Direct Subsidy Scheme; a school operating scheme in Hong Kong that receives government funding with high autonomy.
How it's used
Direct Subsidy Scheme schools occupy a unique middle ground in the Hong Kong education landscape, offering more autonomy in curriculum and admissions than aided schools while still receiving government funding. Parents often view them as a bridge between the public system and the more expensive international or private schools. The term is almost exclusively used in the context of local primary and secondary education planning.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 直資 with 私校, but they are distinct because the former receives government subsidies while the latter is entirely self-funded. Additionally, do not assume all 直資 schools are elite; while many are popular, the quality and prestige vary significantly.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
