In May of 1969, Brantford's Chinese community finally saw a collective dream come true - the opening of a Chinese language school. The school was opened in St. Luke's Anglican church, and aimed to teach its attendees to read and write in Chinese (specifically Cantonese). Classes were held once a week, on Fridays. In addition to teaching the language, the school's administration and its ten teachers sought to provide an education in Chinese literature, history, and philosophy.

The teachers worked at the school on a voluntary basis and rotated amongst themselves. There were two classes, one for the pupils who were just beginning and another for those who were at a more intermediate level. There was great hope that the school would expand along with the increase in Chinese immigrants to the city.