Chinese School of the Chinese Community Church of Indianapolis (CSCCCI)
History and Introduction
Since its founding in 1982, the Chinese School of the Chinese Community Church of Indianapolis (CSCCCI) has been dedicated to promoting Chinese language education and cultural heritage for over 40 years. The school serves community members who are passionate about learning Chinese through carefully designed weekend classes and diverse enrichment activities. To enhance students’ language skills and cultural understanding, CSCCCI also actively hosts various language competitions—such as reading, storytelling, and character spelling contests—as well as traditional festival celebrations (Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival), a children's choir, and summer camps. These engaging experiences inspire students to enjoy learning while immersing themselves in the richness of Chinese culture.
2026 Fall Semester Registration
Class Dates: August 16 – December 13, 2026 ([2026-2027 Chinese School Calendar](2026-2027 Chinese School Calendar.pdf))
Location: Chinese School of the Chinese Community Church of Indianapolis [ 3405 E. 116th Street, Carmel, Indiana 46033]
Mandarin Language Classes
(In-person classes are tentatively held on Sundays, 1:30–3:30 PM)
• Beginning Mandarin-Multiple class levels are offered based on students’ language backgrounds and learning needs. These courses focus on foundational skills, including pinyin, basic character recognition, and reading, to help students build a solid groundwork in Chinese.
• Advanced Mandarin-Designed for middle and high school students with prior Mandarin experience, these classes use Integrated Chinese textbooks along with supplemental resources to strengthen listening, speaking, grammar, and writing skills. The curriculum is structured to help students prepare for the AP Chinese Language and Culture Exam.
• Adult Mandarin (Online)-Virtual class is available for adults interested in learning Chinese. The adult virtual class is held once a week for 100 minutes. The exact schedule will be arranged based on students’ availability.
Before & After School Enrichment Programs
• Children’s Choir-The Children’s Choir is a fun and interactive program that helps preschool and elementary students learn Chinese through music and worship, while building confidence in language expression. This program is free and open to all eligible children ages 4 and up. To ensure safety and instructional quality, enrollment is limited to approximately 15 students, with adjustments made as needed. A parent or guardian must remain on-site at the church during class time. Families are welcome to attend worship services, join adult Sunday school classes, or wait in designated areas.
Time: Sundays, 10:30–11:15 AM
• After School Fun-This after-school enrichment program is designed to immerse students in engaging, hands-on activities that offer a deeper understanding of the richness of Chinese culture. The curriculum features both traditional and contemporary cultural elements, presented through a variety of interactive and enjoyable formats that encourage exploration and learning in a relaxed setting. Activities will be flexibly adjusted each semester based on students’ interests. Planned offerings include Chinese calligraphy and paper art, traditional snack and appetizer making, Tai Chi, table tennis, and badminton.
Time: Sundays, 3:30–5:00 PM
For registration or more information about our programs, please contact us at csccci@indychinesechurch.org. We warmly invite you to join us in the journey of Mandarin learning and Chinese cultural discovery!
