In ancient China, the board game Go was recognised as an effective means to nurture critical thinking skills, powers of concentration and moral virtue. Intellectuals and princes were taught to play the game for this reason and Go was even used in studies of military science and national governance.

Dr Doris Au, Principal of the HKIEd Jockey Club Primary School (JCPS), took the initiative to introduce Go in the curriculum when the school opened in 2002. In line with the school's aim to develop multiple intelligence, Dr Au introduced Go to promote logical and critical thinking skills. Guest teachers from the Hong Kong Children's Go College were invited to conduct beginners' classes which were well received by teachers and students. Seeing the potential of the game, Dr Au decided to promote it throughout the territory. "Go motivates students' learning, inspires ideas and trains up logical thinking. It also helps develop team spirit and communication when participants play the game with peers and seniors. Students need to face defeat, and to learn from failures. We encourage parents to play the game with their children. This is a good way to foster better parent-child relationships!"