Bowen Chinese School pupils practising calligraphy
Chinese School · Sale, Manchester

Bowen Chinese School

Language, culture and confidence for every stage of learning.

2018
Established
Mandarin
Language & culture
GCSE
Exam preparation
A-Level
Further study
Jessica Chang, Headteacher of Bowen Chinese School Headteacher · DSL
Headteacher's Welcome

“Every language opens another window onto the world.”

At Bowen Chinese School, pupils learn far more than vocabulary. They build confidence, understand culture and learn to connect across communities. Our team combines structured teaching, small-class care and close partnership with families.

Jessica Chang · Headteacher Meet our management team →
Catherine Zhu Kirsty Dicken Leadership
& operations
Core Curriculum

Curriculum Courses

We offer a complete Chinese curriculum system from foundation to advanced levels, meeting the needs of students of different ages and proficiency levels.

Chinese Foundation Class

For children aged 4-6, cultivating interest in Chinese through games and stories

Basic Chinese Class

Systematic learning of pinyin, literacy, reading and writing, building a solid foundation in Chinese

GCSE Chinese

Preparation for UK secondary school Chinese exams, systematic study for high scores

A-Level Mandarin

Advanced Chinese courses for sixth form, adding competitiveness to university applications

HSK Exam Preparation

Specialised training for the international Chinese proficiency test, from Level 1 to Level 6

Beginner Cantonese & GCSE Cantonese

Dedicated Cantonese speaking, listening and GCSE exam preparation classes alongside our Mandarin streams

Timetable

Academic Calendar Term Dates

The 2024-2025 academic year is divided into three terms, each lasting approximately 10-12 weeks.

Autumn Term
September - December 2024
  • Start: 7th September
  • Half Term: 28th October - 1st November
  • End: 14th December
Spring Term
January - April 2025
  • Start: 11th January
  • Half Term: 17th - 21st February
  • End: 5th April
Summer Term
April - July 2025
  • Start: 26th April
  • Half Term: 26th - 30th May
  • End: 12th July
Community

PTA Partnership Parent-Teacher Association

We believe that home-school partnership is key to student success. The Bowen Chinese School Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) provides parents with opportunities to participate in school activities and decision-making.

Parent Volunteers

Participate in school activity organisation and cultural festival preparation

Regular Communication

Termly parent meetings and monthly learning progress reports

Feedback & Suggestions

Participate in school development and curriculum improvement through the Parents' Committee

Advantages

School Features Why Choose Us

Ofsted Registered

Our Forest Park Preparatory School setting is on the Ofsted Voluntary Childcare Register (URN 2844635).

Professional Teachers

Experienced Chinese teaching team, all with professional teaching qualifications

Small Class Sizes

Small-group teaching with class size and placement confirmed when you enquire.

Cultural Activities

Traditional festivals such as Chinese New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival, immersive cultural experiences

Ready to Start Your Chinese Learning Journey?

Book a free trial class and let your child experience professional Chinese education

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