Mandarin Program 中文课
We provide everything you need for an interactive Mandarin learning experience.
the Mandarin program
Our experienced teachers and ECE teachers help facilitate a Mandarin learning experience that separates us from traditional Mandarin learning.
If you’re ready for more info, we’d love for you to come visit us.
Parent & Child Class 宝贝亲子班
for 1 to 2 years old
A typical 45-minute class
- Introduction
- Music & Movements
- Multisensory Learning Activities
- Storytelling
Mandarin Beginner Class
幼儿启蒙班
from 3 to 6 years old
This class is designed for students who are beginning to explore Mandarin as a language. They are complete beginners with no previous exposure to Mandarin. Our program follows a play-centered, theme-based learning approach. Each class incorporates songs, rhymes, dances, sensorial activities, and puppets to create an engaging learning experience centered around a specific topic. The primary focus is on vocabulary retention and comprehension. Children will learn Mandarin step-by-step, with a strong emphasis on developing their speaking, listening, and understanding skills, while also exploring Chinese culture.
A typical 60-75-minutes class 课堂流程
- Warm up Songs & Thematic Activities
- Introduction & Guided Conversation
- Fun Character Recognition
- Storytelling & Discussion
- Music & Movement
- Multisensory Learning/Art & Craft
Students register by term (Fall, Winter, Spring) or by year.
Mandarin Advance Class 汉语萌芽班
from 3 to 6 years old
We have designed this course for children who already have Mandarin proficiency at home or through school. Our aim is to facilitate a smooth transition to our Youth Class. In this course, we prioritize oral learning and employ interactive activities to ignite your child’s interest. They will gradually begin to recognize Chinese characters through reading and writing. Furthermore, we utilize more complex songs, stories, and group discussions to encourage children to actively participate, express their opinions, and engage with new topics in each class.
A typical 75-minutes class 课堂流程
- Introduction & Guided Conversation
- Songs & Movement
- Storytelling & Discussion
- Thematic Activity
- Character Writing & Expression
PinYin Class
6-12 years old
This class is specifically designed to help students master Mandarin pronunciation and Pinyin, the Romanized system for representing Mandarin sounds. Throughout the course, we will focus on developing accurate Mandarin pronunciation using Pinyin as our guide. Students will learn the correct pronunciation of each Pinyin initial and final, as well as tone rules and tone combinations. We will practice through various interactive activities, including listening exercises, and conversation drills.
Students will be guided step by step, providing personalized attention to ensure each student’s pronunciation is clear and natural. Additionally, we will introduce essential vocabulary and basic sentence structures to help students start using Pinyin in practical contexts.
By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in Mandarin Pinyin, enabling students to read and pronounce Mandarin words with confidence. This class is a fundamental stepping stone to further Mandarin language learning, as it lays the groundwork for accurate pronunciation and comprehension.
Youth Class 青少年班
Youth Bamboo Class
from 6 years to 12 years old
The Mandarin Bamboo Class is specifically designed for novice students with little to no exposure to the Mandarin language, whether at home or in a classroom setting. Our goal is to provide a fun and engaging way for students to develop their Mandarin skills. Each class incorporates songs, rhymes, dances, sensorial activities, and puppets to bring the focused topic to life. The primary emphasis is on vocabulary retention and comprehension. Children will learn Mandarin step by step, with a strong focus on developing their speaking and understanding abilities. The class also delves into conversations and explores Chinese culture. For older age groups, reading and writing components may be introduced as well.
Level 1 – Level 4
Students register by term (Fall, Winter, Spring) or by year.
Youth Panda Class
from 6 years to 12 years old
The Mandarin Panda Class is designed specifically for students who have prior exposure to the language and aim to achieve proficiency in Mandarin. To join this class, students should have at least an intermediate to advanced level of proficiency and be able to read pinyin. A comprehensive textbook and workbook will be provided to support their learning journey. The class emphasizes an academic approach to developing speaking, listening, reading, pinyin, and writing skills in Mandarin.
Level 1 – Level 10
Students register by term (Fall, Winter, Spring) or by year.
Private / Semi-private Lesson
Private Lesson
1 on 1-
Age 3 to 12 years old
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Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
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Comes with a free trial session
Semi-private Lesson
group of 2-3 students-
Age 3 to 12 years old
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Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin leve
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Comes with a free trial session
Virtual Class
Private Lesson
1 on 1-
Age 3 to 12 years old
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Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
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Comes with a free trial session
Semi-private Lesson
group of 2-3 students-
Age 3 to 12 years old
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Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
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Comes with a free trial session