Chinese Mandarin
Our Chinese (Mandarin) program is designed for children growing up in an international or multilingual environment. Through structured, engaging, and age-appropriate instruction, students gradually build strong foundations in Chinese literacy, reading comprehension, oral expression, and cultural understanding.
Classes are taught in small groups and divided by level, allowing each student to progress at a comfortable and effective pace. From first characters to independent reading, our goal is to help students use Chinese with confidence.
How We Teach Chinese
We believe Chinese should be felt, understood, discussed, and used.
At Sommet College, Chinese is not limited to copying and memorization.
Through stories, games, guided discussions, and expressive activities, students move naturally from listening to speaking, from recognizing characters to using them meaningfully. Our classrooms are lively, supportive, and highly interactive, encouraging every child to participate actively.
Character Recognition & Meaning
Students learn 8–10 new characters per week using visual aids and clear explanations of structure and meaning.
Reading & Language Sense
Short texts and guided reading activities strengthen vocabulary, comprehension, and natural sentence patterns.
Recitation & Pronunciation
Regular recitation builds accurate pronunciation, tone awareness, and speaking confidence.
Speaking & Interaction
Students are encouraged to speak, ask questions, and express ideas, creating a highly participatory learning environment.
Why Choose Our Chinese Program?
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Small-group, level-based instruction
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Designed specifically for overseas learners
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Strong focus on reading and expression
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Balanced integration of language and culture
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A warm, engaging, and confidence-building learning environment
Ms.Li
Ms. Li is known for her strong pedagogical foundation, patient guidance, and ability to inspire students to actively participate and enjoy learning Chinese.
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Certified Mandarin instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience.
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Holder of National Mandarin Proficiency Certificate.
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Expertise: Structured learning for systematic progress.
Ms.Zhou
Ms. Zhou is recognized for her gentle approach, sense of humor, and her knack for encouraging students to engage and have while learning Chinese.
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Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
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10+ years in language education with a focus on student engagement.
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Specializes in playful, immersive learning methods.
Learning Progression
Our Chinese curriculum follows a clear and progressive learning path tailored to overseas learners:
Foundations & Pinyin
Pronunciation, tones, and initial character recognition
Reading Comprehension
Understanding sentence structure and extracting key information
Expression & Writing
Organizing ideas, writing short texts, and meaningful communication
Recitation & Culture
Developing language sense while discovering Chinese culture
This structured progression ensures steady improvement and long-term confidence in Chinese.