Basics on Chinese Schools
A great way for your child to learn Chinese and use it is to go to a Chinese School. There are over 634 in the US. Here is a brief summary of some helpful information:
How to Find One:
- Look at our Chinese School links page
- Chinese Phone Book
- References from other parents
- Call up a local Chinese Church and ask
- Ask at a local Chinese Restaurant
Importance of Education for Chinese:
- Education is seen as a way to improve your family status in society.
- Brings a lot of prestige to the family, when they can say, my son/daughter has a PhD from Stanford.
Types Of Schools:
- Cantonese
- Mandarin that teach Traditional Characters.
- Mandarin that teach Simplified Characters.
Categories of Schools:
- Church Run Schools
- For Profit Schools - Can vary from a babysitter taking care of some kids to afterschool care using the facilities of a local public school.
- Non-Profit Schools
- Public Schools
There are currently over 634 Chinese Schools in the US and you want to send your child to the best one. Questions to ask are: Do they have a humanistic approach or are they rote based? Most of this information you can't find without going to the school and observing a class. One method is go to the school and find out if you like it. Talk to the teacher and the staff. Referrals are a great source of information.
Chinese School Government Report
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