Introduction
The Confucius Institute at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David has created a unique school in Wales where children from Chinese and Welsh backgrounds meet every Sunday during term time to learn Chinese and experience Chinese culture. We welcome pupils of all backgrounds.
We are a Cambridge International Test Centre for qualifications in Mandarin GCSE and AS Level. We also prepare our students for the internationally recognised Youth Chinese Test and HSK Chinese language proficiency test. Our fully trained teaching staff fully understand the learning needs of students in the UK and provide the highest standard of teaching.
The school offers a carefully structured curriculum in the core skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing Chinese to support pupils between the ages of 5 and 18 from beginner level through to advanced. Classes aim to support pupils’ ability and encourage steady learning.
Courses for Academic Year 2023 to 2024
| Approximate Age | Year Group at School | Chinese School Class | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 to 7 | Years 1 to 2 | Mandarin Starters (first year) Mandarin Starters (second year) |
None |
| Age 6 to 8 | Years 2 to 4 | Class 1 (first year) Class 1 (second year) |
YCT Levels 1 to 4 |
| Age 8 to 10 | Years 2 to 4 | Class 2 (first year) Class 2 (second year) |
YCT Levels 1 to 4 |
| Age 11 to 12 | Years 4 to 6 | Class 3 (first year) Class 3 (second year) |
YCT Levels 1 to 4 |
| Age 12 to 15 | Years 7 to 10 | Class 4 GCSE (first year) Class 4 GCSE (second year: exam year) |
IGCSE |
Choice of courses depending on age and entry requirements
| Approximate Age | Year Group at School | Chinese School Class | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age 15 to 18 | Years 9 to 13 | Class 5 HSK 4 higher Class 5 HSK 4 lower Class 6 AS Level (first year) Class 6 AS Level (second year) |
HSK 4 OR AS Level |
Progress from HSK 4 to AS Level depending on age and entry requirements
| Approximate Age | Year Group at School | Chinese School Class | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age 15 to 18 | Years 9 to 13 | Class 5 HSK 4 higher Class 5 HSK 4 lower Class 6 AS Level (first year) Class 6 AS Level (second year) |
HSK 4 OR AS Level |
If you are not sure which course is right for your child, please email: cichineseschool@uwtsd.ac.uk
The Chinese school Headteacher will arrange an online meeting with you to explain the entry requirements for each course.
Registration and Fee Payment for the Academic Year 2023 to 2024
Please register and pay on the UWTSD Online Store.
If you need further assistance on completing the online payment and registration due to language barriers, please contact:
Chinese In Wales Association
Tel: 01792469919
Email: info@chineseinwales.org.uk
Wechat: Chineseinwales
Order textbooks for Starter Classes 1 and 2
Term Dates 2023 to 2024
Note that GCSE class 4C follows a different schedule, which can be found on this webpage.
| Term | Term begins (First lesson) |
Mid-term holiday (No Chinese School) |
Term ends (Last lesson) |
Total weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn term 2023 | Sunday 3rd September | Sunday 29th October | Sunday 17th December | 15 weeks |
| Spring term 2024 | Sunday 7th January | Sunday 11th February | Sunday 17th March | 10 weeks |
| Summer term 2024 | Sunday 14th April | Sunday 26th May | Sunday 14th July | 14 weeks |
Total: 39 weeks
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Period Start End Autumn Term 2023 Friday 1 September Friday 22 December Autumn Half Term 2023 Monday 30 October Friday 3 November Spring Term 2024 Monday 8 January Friday 22 March Spring Half Term 2024 Monday 12 February Friday 16 February Summer Term 2024 Monday 8 April Friday 19 July Summer Half Term 2024 Monday 27 May Friday 31 May -
Festivals Festival date
(Date of the event to be confirmed)Event type Spring Festival 10/02/2024 Whole school event
Chinese school open dayDragon Boat Festival 10/06/2024 Whole school event
Chinese school open dayMid-autumn Festival 17/09/2024 Whole school event
Chinese school open day -
Exams Date Notes YCT May 2024 Date of the exam to be confirmed GCSE Oral test: 25/03/2024
Listening, Reading and Writing: May 2024AS Level October 2024 Date of the exam to be confirmed HSK May 2024 Date of the exam to be confirmed GCSE (two mock exams) Mock 1: 03/12/2023 and 10/12/2023
Mock 2: 10/03/2024 and 17/03/2024Each mock to be completed over two weeks AS (two mock exams) Mock 1: end of term 1
26/11/2023 – 03/12/2023 – 10/12/2023
Mock 2: end of term 3
July 2024Date of the exam to be confirmed