About Us

The Bay Valley Chinese School is a non-profit organization supported by a group of dedicated and motivated teachers and parent volunteers. BVCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, or religion. Incorporated in 2001, the school boasts an enrollment of over 200 students for the very first school year!

Our school fund comes from student tuition, and student family/friend donation. The school budget is used on campus rent, custodian/janitor fee, teacher's compensation, teaching/student material, and school activities. Besides the teachers, all members of the BVCS staff receive no pay.

The 2011-2012 school year is BVCS's tenth year. Chinese classes are offered from the kindergarten through 12th grade levels. Classes are held at Charlotte Wood Middle School (600 El Capitan Drive, Danville CA), Friday evenings from 7:00 - 8:50 PM in two 50-minute periods with a 10-minute recess. Each school year consists of 32 weeks of instruction divided into two semesters.

The objective of BVCS is to provide an excellent environment for students to learn Mandarin Chinese Language and to explore Chinese Culture. Our teachers are all highly experienced and specialized in Chinese language teaching. They are very caring, and know how to inspire students to have an appreciation for Chinese culture. BVCS puts an emphasis on providing students with more individual attention and plenty of time to practice conversation with the teacher. Starting in the 6th grade, students learn pinyin, which will prepare them for college-level Chinese Language courses.

Starting in the fall semester 2003, BVCS has been offering Enrichment Program to BVCS students and teaching assistants. The Enrichment Program is designed to create a fun and exciting place for children to learn about different aspects of their cultural heritage that are only touched upon in textbooks. Classes are on Fridays from 6:00 - 6:50 PM, 20 students per class.

Parents's involvement is a key to the success of our school program and to the success of our students and their learning. Our school welcomes your involvement to make it a better place for your children and our community.

*BVCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnic origin and religion.