Weekly Classes
Welcome to Play Mandarin’s weekly classes, where learning Mandarin is a fun adventure! Our passionate teaching team brings the language to life with interactive play, lively conversations, and tailored activities for each child. Our curriculum boosts fluency and confidence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Our school year has three four-month terms, with a fun assessment every two months, and your child will bring home an assessment sheet to celebrate progress. Join anytime—no need to wait for a new term! With small groups, each learner gets the attention and support they need. Come join us today and embark on an exciting Mandarin language journey like no other!
18-36 MONTHS
18-36 Months
BABY CLASS
寶寶班
Learning together with their parents, children can develop their interests in Mandarin through our immersive and playful learning environment.
We believe in having parents join classes as it helps them to understand the growth and progress of their children, as well as creates a wonderful opportunity for bonding time. It is the best way to start the journey of learning a new language.
Non-Mandarin speaking parents can also learn together with their children and we encourage you to practice together at home.
OVER 3 YRS LISTENING & SPEAKING
3-4 Years Old
4-6 Years Old
MINI THEME CLASS
THEME CLASS
幼幼主題中文班
小主題中文班
6-9 Years Old
10-14 Years Old
BIG THEME CLASS
大主題中文班
(母語/非母語)
Immerse your child in engaging themed classes tailored to enhance listening and speaking skills. Our dedicated team at Play Mandarin has meticulously crafted exclusive interactive weekly lessons for children aged 3-6 years old and 6-9 years old (Big Themed Class).
Each themed session is a dynamic blend of songs, handicrafts, sounds, interactive games, and more, meticulously designed to ignite your child's passion for Mandarin while reinforcing memory through enjoyable repetition and playful activities.
After every class, parents can download the summary of the day's lesson, sometimes accompanied by digital interactive learning sheets for at-home practice, ensuring continuous progress beyond the classroom.
For 6-9 year-olds, we offer specialised classes tailored to both native and non-native speakers. Non-native classes utilise our curated weekly themed materials, while native speaker classes leverage Hello Huayu resources supplemented by our exclusive extra learning sheets sent via our after-class emails.
Join us at Play Mandarin and watch your child flourish in a supportive and immersive Mandarin learning environment!
OVER 3 YRS
READING & WRITING
4-11 Years Old
CHINESE CHARACTERS GAME CLASS
漢字遊戲班
(簡體/繁體班)
In our Chinese Characters Game Class, we offer both traditional and simplified character classes, using our own exclusive materials to enhance learning. These engaging resources, including graphical games and memory methods, reinforce Chinese character recognition and writing skills interactively.
Additionally, we provide light homework assignments with our tailored learning sheets, aligning with class content and catering to individual learning needs.
OVER 8 YRS
ACADEMIC FOCUS
8-14 Years Old
GCSE PREP CLASS
GCSE準備班
(簡體/繁體班)
Are you tired of boring exam prep classes? Look no further than Play Mandarin GCSE Prep Class for ages 8-14. Our team of experienced Mandarin teachers specialize in GCSE and A-level Mandarin, making our classes educational and enjoyable. Interested in seeing for yourself? Sign up now for a free trial class!
EXTRA CURRICULUM
3-6 Years Old
6-11 Years Old
STORY CLASS
故事課
(MUSIC & GAME)
At Play Mandarin, we fuse the enchantment of music with Mandarin learning! Dive into captivating storytelling sessions where language dances to enchanting melodies. Our Story Club immerses children in engaging narratives and enhances speaking skills through interactive storytelling set to lively tunes. Join us for a fun-filled journey where language, games and music intertwine, exploring the beauty of both through instruments and musical appreciation!
4-11 Years Old
STORY THERAART CLASS
藝術療癒課
At TheraArt Class, we combine the therapeutic benefits of art therapy with immersive Mandarin language learning in a dynamic two-hour session. Led by our experienced instructors, the class starts with an engaging storytelling hour featuring captivating tales that enhance language skills. In the second hour, children unleash their creativity, crafting vibrant artwork inspired by the stories. This program fosters self-expression, emotional well-being, and cultural appreciation, all while developing fine motor skills and cognitive abilities. Join us for an enriching adventure where creativity and Mandarin learning thrive together in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Exclusive Weekly Thematic Curriculum
Tailored for budding minds aged 3 to 6 and 6 to 9 (for non-native speakers), our meticulously crafted weekly thematic resources are designed to ignite curiosity and nurture linguistic proficiency. Perfect for both young speakers and beginner learners over 6 years old.
Bespoke After-Class Learning Sheets
Embark on a journey of Mandarin mastery with our tailor-made interactive learning sheets. Exclusively available in the after-class email, these sheets encapsulate the essence of each session, ensuring a seamless and enriching learning experience beyond the confines of the classroom. Suitable for all classes, including Baby Classes.
Hello Huayu! Program
Introducing "Hello Huayu!" - a comprehensive Chinese textbook series tailored for K-6 Chinese beginners. Our program employs a visually engaging picture-style approach, showcasing real-life scenarios to captivate children's attention. Combined with practical conversational exercises in Chinese, students seamlessly embrace language acquisition. Hello HuaYu is specifically curated for children aged 6 and above.
Edexcel GCSE Chinese (9-1) Student Book
Our Mandarin school offers the updated Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Chinese course, designed to help students excel in their exams. This award-winning course enhances key language skills, with a focus on translation, authentic texts, and exam preparation. It also includes cultural content, making learning effective and enjoyable. Audio files are available separately to complement the Student Book.