Mandarin Bilingual Program

The Mandarin bilingual program provides students with instruction in both English and Mandarin.

The Mandarin bilingual program is a program of choice that enables students to :

• Develop oral comprehension and fluency in Mandarin
• Develop the ability to read and write Chinese
• Gain an understanding of Canadian and Chinese cultures
• Develop a knowledge of and appreciation for diverse cultures while learning a second language
• Complete the requirements of the BC Curriculum

Subjects taught in English are :

• English Language Arts
• Social Studies
• Science
• Fine Arts

Subjects taught in Mandarin are :

• Chinese Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Career Education
• Physical and Health Education

Simplified Chinese script will be introduced in Kindergarten. The Hanyu Pinyin pronounciation system will be taught to accelerate the process of learning to read Chinese.

The program is offered at Walton Elementary starting in kindergarten / grade one to the end of grade five.

Mandarin 101 for Families

Kindergarten and Grade One On-Line Registration Information for September 2026:

• Registration will be open between January 8 (9:00 a.m.) to January 14, 2026 (4:00 p.m.).
• Kindergarten On-Line Registration form will be located on the School District Website.
• Grade One On-Line Registration form is located here: Grade One Registration Form