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.

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