English Chinese Bilingual Program - Christian Alliance P.C.Lau Memorial International School

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English Chinese Bilingual Program

At Christian Alliance P.C. Lau Memorial International School (CAPCL), the medium of instruction is approximately 65% English and 35% Chinese (Mandarin with traditional script). We follow the Alberta English-Chinese Bilingual model, similar to 13 other schools in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Alberta has 40 years of operating English-Chinese Bilingual Schools. We are honored to have Mr. Ken Lam, former principal of an English-Chinese Bilingual School with over thirty years of experience in Alberta English Chinese Bilingual Program, as our curriculum consultant. In addition to Chinese lessons, students will study mathematics and one of the specialty subjects using Mandarin. The specialty subjects are art, Bible, health, music and physical education. We aim to provide ample opportunities for students to practice their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English and Chinese.

Through bilingual education, CAPCL learners become
proficient in English and Chinese
resilient in overcoming challenges
creative in solving problems
confident amidst changes in their environment
responsible global citizens with a greater understanding of western and eastern cultures and a broader knowledge and appreciation of different cultural values
Not only is language learning useful in preparing students for their future, it is also mentally stimulating which in turn supports a growth mindset development.