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New and returning families register each year. The steps below walk you through registration, payment, and any placement testing.

New family

First time at FCS? Start here — we'll walk you through choosing a class and registering.

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Returning family

Already have an FCS student ID? Check your email for your personalized registration link.

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Key Dates

Early Bird deadline: May 16, 2026

Register and pay by this date to save $100–$370.

Last day for full refund: May 16, 2026

No processing fee before this date. 30% fee May 17–Aug 22. No refund after Aug 22.

New family guide

1 Find the right class for your child

FCS classes are organized by language ability, not school grade. Use the questions below to find the right starting point.

My child has never studied Chinese
Start in the Bilingual track. The Bilingual program (C1–C8) is designed for beginners and heritage learners easing into Mandarin — all instruction is in both English and Chinese. Download the grade chart to find the right level by your child's school grade.
My child speaks some Mandarin at home
The full-Chinese (CSL) track may be a better fit — classes are conducted entirely in Mandarin. Use the grade chart to find the right level, or contact us and we can help place your child.
My child is in high school and wants college credit
The Accredited Curriculum (AC) track is WASC-accredited — credits are recognized toward UC/CSU requirements. New students take a placement test; watch for the announcement each spring.
Download FUSD grade chart

2 Electives

Enrich your child's experience with electives including Chinese painting, calligraphy, abacus, Chinese yo-yo, sewing, crafts, basketball, Python coding, yoga, and online Chinese typing. New classes are added each year — see the full list before registering.

View full elective list View elective class introductions (PDF)

3 What to have ready before you fill in the form

  • Your child's current school grade
  • Which track you've chosen (Bilingual, CSL full-Chinese, or AC)
  • Which electives interest you (optional, can be added later)
  • Payment method — check or PayPal (PayPal adds a 5% fee)

4 Submit the form and pay

Open registration form → Go to online payment →

Register and pay by May 16, 2026 for the Early Bird rate.

If you pay online via PayPal: after checkout you will receive a PayPal confirmation email with an Order #. Copy that Order # and paste it into the registration form — your registration is not complete until both steps are done.

FCS is a community-run school

What makes FCS special is our families. Every enrolled family contributes 3 volunteer hours per semester — helping at events, supporting classrooms, or assisting with admin. It's a small commitment that keeps tuition affordable and builds the community that makes FCS a great place for kids.

Returning family

Check your email for your personalized registration link

Each spring, FCS emails returning families a registration link pre-filled with your student ID. Follow that link to complete the form and then pay online. Your enrollment is not complete until both steps are done.

Go to online payment →
Didn't receive the email by late April? Check your spam folder, then email registration@fremontchineseschool.org with your child's name and FCS student ID.
Returning student? Need to add, drop, or transfer a class after registering? Submit a class change request →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tuition?

See the Programs page for a full tuition summary by track. The complete tuition schedule is also available as a PDF download.

View Programs page
How do I get a refund?

Submit a withdrawal request before August 22, 2026. Before May 17: full refund, no fee. May 17–August 22: tuition refunded minus a 30% processing fee. After August 22: no refund. Email finance@fremontchineseschool.org for status.

How do I add, drop, or transfer a class after registering?

Submit the class change request form. Changes are subject to availability.

Open class change request form
How do I update my contact information?

Email registration@fremontchineseschool.org and computer@fremontchineseschool.org with your child's name, FCS ID, and class code.

What electives are available?

Offerings include Chinese painting, calligraphy, abacus, Chinese yo-yo, sewing, crafts, basketball, Python coding, yoga, and online Chinese typing. New classes are added each year — see the full elective list for details and scheduling.

View full elective list
I paid online via PayPal — do I need to do anything else?

Yes. After PayPal checkout you will receive a confirmation email with an Order #. You must copy that Order # and enter it into the registration form. Your enrollment is not complete until both the form and the payment are submitted.

Withdrawal & Refund Policy

Online payment via PayPal incurs a 5% processing fee. Checks are accepted with no surcharge.

Before May 17, 2026 Full refund — no processing fee
May 17 – August 22, 2026 30% processing fee deducted from refund
After August 22, 2026 No refund

Questions? Email finance@fremontchineseschool.org

All Registration Documents

FUSD grade placement chart Elective class list Full tuition schedule Class change request form

Check the school calendar for the first day of class and important dates. School Calendar →