Program Overview
WeDo’s Chinese Program is designed to develop authentic language ability, cultural understanding, and long-term bilingual competence for K–12 students.
The program goes beyond vocabulary memorisation and exam preparation, focusing on meaningful communication, structured literacy, and cultural context.
Through live online instruction and carefully sequenced learning, students build the ability to listen, speak, read, and write Chinese with confidence, while developing an understanding of how language connects to thinking, identity, and culture.
What Students Learn
Students develop core Chinese language capabilities through:
Practical listening and speaking skills for everyday and academic contexts
Reading comprehension using age-appropriate texts and materials
Structured writing from sentence formation to short compositions
Vocabulary development with attention to accuracy and usage
Cultural understanding embedded in language learning
The program supports both language proficiency and cultural literacy, helping students use Chinese naturally and confidently.
Program Structure
The Chinese Program follows a progressive learning pathway, adaptable for different starting points and learner backgrounds.
Foundations (Beginner / Early Years)
Students focus on building confidence and familiarity with the language:
Pronunciation and tones
Basic vocabulary and sentence patterns
Listening comprehension and simple expression
Character recognition and stroke awareness
Development (Intermediate Levels)
Students strengthen literacy and communication skills:
Reading short passages and dialogues
Expanding sentence structure and grammar
Guided writing and structured expression
Increased accuracy and fluency in speaking
Application (Advanced Levels)
Students apply language skills in broader academic and cultural contexts:
Reading longer texts and authentic materials
Writing short essays and structured responses
Discussion, presentation, and interpretation
Preparation for bilingual learning and advanced pathways
How Learning Happens
Live online classes led by experienced Chinese language educators
Small-group learning with guided interaction and feedback
Structured lesson design combining listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Curriculum-aligned materials adapted to learner level and background
Consistent teaching teams to support continuity and progress
The program emphasises understanding and usage, rather than rote repetition.
Who This Program Is For
For Students & Families
Heritage learners maintaining or strengthening Chinese
Beginners learning Chinese as an additional language
Students preparing for bilingual or international education pathways
Learners seeking structured, long-term language development
For Schools
Chinese language programs aligned with curriculum goals
Online Chinese delivery integrated into school timetables
Enrichment or extension language offerings
Support for bilingual and multicultural education initiatives
Pathway & Integration
The Chinese Program integrates naturally with WeDo’s broader educational ecosystem, including:
Multidisciplinary and humanities-based learning
International exchange and cultural programs
Overseas school integration pathways
Global education and bilingual development initiatives
By building strong Chinese language foundations, students are better prepared for international study, cross-cultural communication, and future global opportunities.
