This foundational course provides learners with essential Mandarin language skills, focusing on basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and sentence structures. Students will explore Pinyin, the Romanisation system of Mandarin, and learn the tones that are crucial to mastering the language. The course introduces simple conversational phrases for everyday use.

Absolute beginners with no prior experience in Mandarin who wish to start learning the language.

Focusing solely on perfecting pronunciation and tones, this course ensures students can articulate Mandarin words accurately. Special attention is given to distinguishing the four tones and neutral tone, as well as practising challenging sounds unique to Mandarin.

Students who struggle with or want to perfect Mandarin pronunciation and tones.

This course centres on essential phrases and expressions used in daily life, including greetings, introductions, shopping, and dining. Role-playing and interactive exercises bring conversational scenarios to life.

Learners aiming to use Mandarin for casual conversations during travel or social situations.

Designed for children aged 6–12, this course incorporates games, songs, and storytelling to make language learning engaging and enjoyable. It builds basic vocabulary and sentence structures appropriate for young learners.

Young learners new to Mandarin.

This course explores the basics of Chinese characters, including their structure, common radicals, and stroke order. Students learn to write and recognise fundamental characters.

Learners ready to progress from Pinyin to reading and writing Mandarin.

Learners discover the traditions and customs of major Chinese festivals, including Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Dragon Boat Festival. Lessons incorporate cultural activities such as learning festival-specific vocabulary and crafting.

Cultural enthusiasts and Mandarin learners interested in understanding Chinese traditions.

Focused on auditory and verbal skills, this course immerses students in conversational Mandarin. Listening exercises use real-life scenarios to enhance comprehension.

Learners looking to enhance their speaking and listening abilities.

This course equips learners with language skills needed for travelling in Mandarin-speaking regions. Topics include asking for directions, booking transport, and ordering food.

Travellers planning to visit Mandarin-speaking regions.

Aimed at parents, this course provides basic Mandarin skills and strategies to assist their children in learning the language.

Parents of young Mandarin learners.

An introduction to business-related Mandarin vocabulary and expressions. The course covers basic professional interactions, including greetings, introductions, and simple email writing.

Professionals seeking to build basic Mandarin communication skills for business purposes.