You belong at Yew Chung International School of Silicon Valley, a welcoming school community where all children from preschool through grade 8 are encouraged to find and follow their gifts as they become compassionate, bilingual world learners and leaders.
Preschool is magical at YCIS. Curiosity, wonder and exploration abound in our classrooms, where English and Mandarin teachers work in teams to create a joyful, hands-on learning environment.
Your child will gain confidence and independence, and develop a positive sense of self, as he or she explores the world through engaging, thought-provoking, brain-building experiences.
I love that YCIS is like a big family. I felt comfortable being myself with everyone and I’ve made really close friends that I’ll have for a long time.
Makena
alumna
YCIS’s bilingual TK program offers a nurturing environment that progresses from inquiry-based learning to project-based learning, solidifying the academic and social fundamentals necessary for a successful start to elementary school.
Walk into a Kindergarten classroom and you will discover smiling, laughing curious children asking questions, actively exploring, collaborating and solving problems as they learn to read, write, and express themselves.
At YCIS, the magic happens in two languages. From the moment children walk into class, they are greeted by warm, caring English and Chinese co-teachers who jointly foster their students’ growth and serve as role models for cross-cultural collaboration.
Kindergarten through 5th-grade students begin to learn what it takes to become people of character and integrity — global citizens who will make a difference in our changing world.
Your child will build a strong foundation of life skills as he or she explores personal passions and interests through our challenging, global-minded curriculum.
“YCIS is a warm and intimate community of families and staff where students benefit immensely from strong academics in both Mandarin and English, excellent teachers, a thoughtful character education program, music and art, and an astonishing multitude of relevant, interesting, and diverse activities.”
Amyrose
Parent
Middle School is where students become future leaders as they prepare for a global world where East meets West.
Your child will grow as a compassionate, ethical individual as he or she develops character, critical-thinking skills and a strong inner moral compass.
My son has been amazingly supported and encouraged to recognize and value his uniqueness. He has a love for languages, and is comfortable communicating in Mandarin.
Shirley
parent
A fun, active summer adventure for all! Summer campers from age four to grade 8 explore creative activities in Mandarin and English with arts and crafts, drama, music, sports, science, cooking and more.
Your child will build self-confidence, make new friends, enrich language skills and grow cultural awareness while delving into unique thematic experiences.
Summer camp teachers have incredible depth, not only in Chinese language, but also in the art of facilitating happiness.
Gabriel
parent
Learning two world languages simultaneously makes students flexible, open and critical thinkers.
Students develop compassion, empathy and a strong moral compass as they become outstanding academic performers.
Small-group learning helps students grow through the arts and music, develop leadership skills, and explore their unique gifts.
Students learn to care deeply about the world and its people, upholding the 85+ year YCIS international legacy of service.
By blending Eastern and Western language, cultures and worldviews, students gain the skills needed to adapt and succeed as globally aware citizens.
YCIS families and faculty come together to encourage children to grow into purposeful, intentional individuals.
As a YCIS Silicon Valley student, your child will have the unique opportunity to learn with joy, grow with empathy and explore with confidence in a bilingual, intercultural community from preschool through grade 8.
If you are considering dual-language education for your child, know that students who begin in kindergarten have a strong advantage in their ability to become bilingual quickly. At YCIS, our globally focused, dual-language (Mandarin and English) program appropriately challenges children who have heard Mandarin spoken at home, as well as those who have had no exposure to the language.
Have you thought about how an international school could offer these wonderful things to your child? Aside from the obvious benefit of a multicultural experience, there are several unique advantages of choosing an international school that parents often don’t discover until they see the results for themselves.
Thank you, Kevin Locke, for sharing your culture with us! Elementary students were treated to an interactive performance of Native American stories, songs and an amazing Hoop of Life dance.
K-8 CAMPUS 310 Easy Street Mountain View, CA 94043 (650) 903 0986
PRESCHOOL CAMPUS 199 East Middlefield Road, Suite 100 Mountain View, CA 94043 (650) 903 0986
