Is PVCICS a free school?

Yes, PVCICS is a tuition-free public charter school.

What language is taught?

Mandarin Chinese immersion is the foundation, with English alongside.

Does the school offer the IB?

Yes, the IB programme is offered.

Is there a lunch programme?

Yes, school lunch and breakfast services are available.

Is there EAL support?

Yes, English learner support is available.

What after-school programmes are there?

After-school programmes are available for K-5 students.

Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School

United States, Hadley

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Mandarin

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 5 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 552

Type Co-educational

Opened 2007

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum International Baccalaureate, American

Taught languages Mandarin, English

Typical class size 8

Strengths Free public charter, Chinese immersion K-12, IB programme, Only of its kind in MA

Clubs Athletics, After-School Programs

Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School (PVCICS) is a free public charter school in Hadley, Massachusetts, serving K-12. The school develops Mandarin Chinese proficiency alongside English and offers the IB programme, positioning itself as an innovative educational opportunity unavailable elsewhere in Massachusetts.

pvcics.org

317 Russell Street, Hadley, MA 01035.

The Essentials

Location

PVCICS is at 317 Russell Street in Hadley, MA 01035.

Stages

K-12.

Type

PVCICS is a free public charter school operating as an Integrated Regional Magnet.

Additional learning support

Accommodations for students with disabilities and English learner support are provided.

Country affiliation

The school has a focus on Chinese language and culture.

School day structure

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Academics

Curriculum

The school aligns with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks while developing Mandarin Chinese proficiency. The IB programme is offered.

Wellbeing

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Accommodations for students with disabilities are available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English learner support is provided.

Mental Wellbeing

Guidance counselling is available.

Admissions

PVCICS is a free public charter school with open enrollment.

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