About Us
At Enlighten Chinese School, we combine language and culture to help students thrive in a bilingual world. As an accredited institution recognized for excellence, we provide high-quality education that families trust.
Enlighten Chinese School adheres to the teaching philosophy of “learning for practical use and educating through culture”, focusing on the combination of Chinese language proficiency and the inheritance of Chinese culture. We place special emphasis on the ability to express ideas in Chinese and encourage using the language in real-life contexts, helping students grow confidently in a bilingual environment.
The school employs flexible and diverse teaching methods, aiming to stimulate students’ interest and initiative in learning. Classrooms are lively, engaging, and highly interactive. Our team of teachers is professional, experienced, and dedicated, earning the affection and trust of both students and parents.
As one of the largest and most influential Chinese schools in the Silicon Valley area, Enlighten Chinese School has earned widespread praise from the community for its rigorous management, outstanding faculty, and high-quality teaching services.
Enlighten Chinese School focuses on developing students’ communication skills, emphasizing the comprehensive growth of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. As the only Chinese education demonstration school in the Bay Area, Enlighten is also the first Chinese school in Northern California to receive WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) accreditation, allowing its courses to count directly toward high school and college graduation credits.
San Jose Unified School District (SJUSD) , Fremont Union High School District (FUHD), Campbell Union High School District (CUHSD), Mountain View Los Altos High School District (MVLA) and East Side Union High School District (ESUHSD) high school students could receive 10 foreign language credit award each year through taking class at Enlighten Chinese School per approval.
The school also offers Chinese SAT and AP preparation courses, helping students achieve excellent results on standardized exams.
In addition, Enlighten provides CFL (Chinese as a Foreign Language) courses, attracting many non-Chinese students to learn Chinese, appreciate, and develop a love for Chinese culture, truly promoting the internationalization and diversity of Chinese education.
