Early Birds · Ages 2.5–4 · In person · Victoria Park
Small discoveries. First Mandarin words.
A familiar song. A shared story. The confidence to try a new word. Early Birds brings Mandarin into the moments young children already love, through sensory play, movement and hands-on discovery. Whether Mandarin is part of your family story or a new beginning, we help it feel welcoming, meaningful and worth joining in.
A happy first connection with Mandarin.
At this age, children learn by doing, noticing and repeating. We connect everyday words with actions, objects and playful routines, giving your child reasons to listen, respond and gradually have a go at speaking.
Age: 2.5–4 years · Session: 60 minutes · Class size: Up to 8 children · Location: Victoria Park
Feel comfortable joining in
Songs, stories and familiar routines invite children to participate without pressure to get every word right.
Connect words with real experiences
Sensory play, creative activities and snack-time conversation give everyday Mandarin a meaning children can see and feel.
Practise little moments of communication
Taking turns, making choices and joining role play create opportunities to use simple words and sentences with others.
Play, move, explore — in Mandarin.
The classroom experience brings language and early childhood learning together, with a mix of activities that keeps little learners involved.
Stories and imaginative play — Listen, respond and explore familiar situations through storytelling and role play.
Music, movement and sensory discovery — Connect Mandarin with rhythm, actions, colours, shapes and hands-on activities.
Language in everyday routines — Practise food words, simple requests and social language during shared snack time.
Each session includes 45 minutes of Chinese learning activities and 15 minutes of snack time. An accompanying adult is required for children under 3.
Let their first Mandarin moments feel good.
Come and experience Early Birds together. A trial is a chance to see how your child responds to the activities and learning environment.
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Does my child need to speak Mandarin already?
Children come with different language backgrounds. Tell us about your child when booking a trial so we can help you find a suitable starting point.
Do I stay with my child?
Children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. For children aged 3 and over, speak with our team about the class routine and your child's needs.
How do we get started?
Book a free trial to experience the class. You can also view the timetable or contact us for help choosing the right program.