Mandarin Program 中文课

We provide everything you need for an interactive Mandarin learning experience.

About

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

The class is designed for children and parents who aim to establish a solid foundation in Mandarin Chinese from an early age. We introduce speaking and listening skills through a play-based learning curriculum that incorporates activities such as singing, storytelling, arts and crafts, and other enjoyable exercises conducted entirely in Mandarin. Our goal is to assist your child in understanding the concepts related to their environment and the world using Mandarin Chinese. Additionally, our one-of-a-kind parent-child activities provide a fantastic bonding opportunity. Join us for a delightful and engaging learning experience!

 

A typical 45-minute class

  • Introduction
  • Music & Movements
  • Multisensory Learning Activities
  • Storytelling
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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
 
Level 1 – Level 3
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

From 6 to 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 5 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
$ 65 per class (1 hour)
  • Age 3 to 12 years old
  • Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
  • Comes with a free trial session
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Semi-private Lesson

group of 2-3 students
$ 50 per class (1 hour)
  • Age 3 to 12 years old
  • Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin leve
  • Comes with a free trial session
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Virtual Class

Private Lesson

1 on 1
$ 25 per class
(30 mins)
  • Age 3 to 12 years old
  • Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
  • Comes with a free trial session
Popular

Semi-private Lesson

group of 2-3 students
$ 25 With an additional $5/child
(30 mins)
  • Age 3 to 12 years old
  • Customized lesson based on the child's Mandarin level
  • Comes with a free trial session
Popular