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 2025 to 2026
| Approximate Age | Year Group at School | Chinese School Class | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 to 7 | Years 1 to 2 | Class Starter A (first year) Class Starter B (second year) |
None |
| Age 6 to 8 | Years 2 to 4 | Class 1 (first year) Class 1 (second year) |
YCT Levels 1 to 2 |
| Age 8 to 10 | Years 2 to 4 | Class 2 (first year) Class 2 (second year) |
YCT Levels 2 to 3 |
| Age 11 to 12 | Years 4 to 6 | Class 3 (first year) Class 3 (second year) |
YCT Levels 3 to 4 |
| Age 12 to 15 | Years 7 to 10 | Class 4 (first year) Class 4 (second year) |
IGCSE |
| Age 14 to 18 | Years 9 to 13 | Class 5 HSK 4 higher Class 5 HSK 4 lower |
HSK 4 |
| Age 15 to 18 | Years 10 to 13 | Class 6 HSK 5 higher Class 6 HSK 5 lower |
HSK 5 |
Course Selection Based on Age and Entry Requirements
If you’re uncertain about which course is right for your child, please email cichineseschool@uwtsd.ac.uk or reach out to the Headteacher of the Chinese School, Cindy Chen, at c.chen@uwtsd.ac.uk.
We would be happy to arrange a meeting to discuss the most suitable class for your child.
Registration and Fee Payment
Please register and complete the fee payment through the UWTSD Online Store.
You can order textbooks for Starter Classes 1 and 2 by filling out the online form.
If you have any enquiries, please contact us at cichineseschool@uwtsd.ac.uk or c.chen@uwtsd.ac.uk.
Term Dates 2025 to 2026
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Period Term Begins (First lesson) Mid-term holiday (No Chinese School) Term Ends (Last lesson) Total Weeks Autumn Term 2025 Sunday 7th September 2025 Sunday 26th October 2025 Sunday 14th December 2025 14 weeks Spring Term 2026 Sunday 4th January 2026 Sunday 15th February 2026 Sunday 29th March 2025 12 weeks Summer Term 2026 Sunday 19th April 2026 Sunday 24th May 2026 Sunday 19th July 2025 13 weeks Total: 39 weeks -
Festivals Festival date / Event Date Event type Mid-autumn Festival 06/10/2025
05/10/2025
Whole school event,
Chinese school open daySpring Festival 17/02/2026
15/02/2026
Whole school event,
Chinese school open dayDragon Boat Festival 19/06/2026
21/06/2026
Whole school event,
Chinese school open day -
Exams Date Notes YCT May 2026 Date of the exam to be confirmed IGCSE Oral test: April 2026
Listening, Reading and Writing: May 2026
Date of the exam to be confirmed
1st mock: December 2025
2nd mock: February 2026