Chinese in schools

One of Cardiff Confucius Institute’s key roles is to provide the children of Wales an opportunity to discover Chinese language and culture in their schools.

We work with education providers in Cardiff and the surrounding region, as well as areas in North Wales where our Confucius Classroom partners are located. We also offer online options for schools and home educators across Wales.

Our offerings

Cardiff Confucius Institute provides a wide range of choices to primary schools, secondary schools and FE providers including:

regular classes
teachers’ courses
special events such as workshops, taster sessions and ‘China Days'
online resources

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Regular classes

We offer a variety of courses depending on your needs and requirements. These include:

Preparation courses for GCSE and A-level
Lessons for Chinese language tests YCT and HSK
Programmes leading to WJEC language pathway qualifications
Chinese language & culture classes
Professional development for teachers

These options can be provided both in person and online, and as part of the curriculum, or via after-school or lunchtime clubs.

Please note that we will cover the costs of our tutors' time, but ask you to ensure that the necessary materials, such as resources for craft activities, are available. We also request that you reimburse their transport costs.

Regular classes for schools are subject to the availability of tutors. Schools should be located within 45 minutes from Cardiff city centre (door-to-door), and reachable by public transport.

Confucius classrooms

Cardiff Confucius Institute currently works with five Confucius Classrooms.

Sully Primary School, Vale of Glamorgan
St Cenydd Community School, Caerphilly
Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni, Caerphilly and Blackwood
Ysgol Aberconwy, Conwy
Ysgol Eirias, Colwyn Bay

Schools with an interest and strong record in offering Chinese with Cardiff Confucius Institute may be able to apply for Confucius Classroom status. Confucius Classrooms are provided with a dedicated tutor or tutors to deliver their Chinese classes, alongside financial support to facilitate that teaching.