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Title: Chinese Tuition Centre Singapore

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Published Time: Wed, 09 Jul 2025 06:51:34 GMT

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How to Help Your Child Who's Struggling With Chinese To Pass Exams With Confidence

By Primary 6, students are expected to master 1,800–2,000 Chinese words — a steep challenge, especially for children from non-Chinese-speaking homes, where daily practice is limited.

What’s more, in large school classes, your child may struggle to keep up with the fast-paced lessons, covering 15-20 new words at a time.

This can lead them to:

• lose confidence,


• begin to hate Chinese, or


• start to resist learning Chinese altogether!

At MandarinStars, we understand these challenges, and we’re here to help them with our proven, child-focused approach — built specifically for students scoring AL5–AL7, or those simply struggling to pass their Chinese Mother Tongue exams.

Start your child on their journey today and let us help them improve their Chinese with real results!

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Who Should Enrol With MandarinStars

MandarinStars is for students who need a curriculum tailored to their pace, strengths, and learning gaps — not rushed through generic lessons.

We provide the exact support and guidance your child needs to finally pass and succeed in Chinese!

You should enrol your child if:

They lack confidence or hate Chinese and have shut down during lessons

They grow up in a non-Chinese-speaking environment

They’re scoring AL5–AL7 or 30–60 marks consistently

They can't keep up with their peers in school or other tuition classes

They feel lost in class and cannot sustain focus because lessons move too fast for them

They have diagnosed learning needs (ADHD, Dyslexia, literacy delays)

They’re in the Foundation stream and at risk of failing the PSLE

You’ve tried other tuition centres with no improvement

You’re looking for a supportive learning environment, not academic pressure

They can’t read or write well, even after years of tuition

MandarinStars vs Other Tuition Centres

MandarinStars vs Other Tuition Centres

How We Are A Better Fit For Your Child

| | MandarinStars | Other Tuition Centres |
| --- | --- | --- |
| | #### MandarinStars | #### Other Tuition Centres |
| Help struggling students with AL5-7 PASS their Chinese | ✅ | ❌ |
| Psychologically and academically backed teaching methods | ✅ | ❌ |
| Adaptable teaching pace to cater to each student’s needs | ✅ | ❌ |
| Use visual supports and memory strategies to help students read and remember words | ✅ | ❌ |
| Capable of helping students with learning difficulties (e.g. ADHD, Dyslexia, autism) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Less than 5 students per class | ✅ | ❌ |

Interested to know more? Keep reading to find out!

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Keep reading to find out!**

Why Enrol With MandarinStars?

We’re A Proven Education Centre That Helps Struggling Students Improve 1 AL Grade in 12 Months

From failing marks to confident speakers, we’re a specialised primary school Chinese tuition centre built specifically for students who are:

• falling behind their peers


• have learning difficulties like ADHD, Dyslexia, or memory gaps


• turned away by other mainstream centres that cater to students aiming for AL1-4


• not seeing results from attending tuition a few times a week

Unlike traditional programmes, we are hyper-focused on helping struggling learners pass Chinese while reigniting their interest in Chinese culture, pass confidently, improve steadily, and build real skills that last beyond PSLE.

With proven methods, engaging lessons, and a team of professional teachers, we have helped countless students improve by 1 AL grade in 12 months.

Customised Teaching Methods for The Learning Needs of Each Child

Our lessons are carefully broken down into bite-sized, scaffolded steps — designed for students who need more time, support, and repetition.

Built by a deeply experienced team of ex-MOE Chinese teachers, curriculum specialists, and a child psychologist, our customised teaching methods include:

• memory aids, writing scaffolds and templates


• interactive displays and game-based learning


• differentiated pacing

While other centres may focus on cramming in as many new words as possible each lesson, at MandarinStars, we prioritise depth over speed — ensuring that students truly understand, retain, and confidently use what they learn.

We’re not just preparing your child to succeed in primary school. We’re building a strong foundation that carries them through secondary school and beyond.

Personalised Attention From Experienced Chinese Teachers With Just 2-5 Students Per Group

Our ultra-small class size allows teachers to identify each child’s pace and needs.

Children are grouped by similar reading and writing proficiency, so your child is not placed in a class that moves too fast or too slow for them.

This low-pressure, high-support environment gives children the freedom to:

• ask questions without fear


• engage actively without judgment


• learn from their mistakes


• receive targeted feedback based on their progress

In this setting, our teachers can adapt on the spot, offering real-time feedback, targeted support, and encouragementthat simply isn’t possible in a crowded classroom.

This way, your child gets the exact help they need, right when they need it.

Our Programmes

Chinese Kindergarten 2 (K2)

Prepare your child with a strong Chinese foundation through storytelling, music, movement, and character recognition. By the end of K2 year, your child will be able to recognise characters, read basic texts, and speak confidently.

Perfect for kids who are just starting their Chinese language education and want to be ready for Primary 1!

Primary Chinese Programmes

From building strong language skills in P1 to preparing students for their PSLE in P6, our weekly comprehensive Chinese tuition classes cover reading, vocabulary, oral, composition, comprehension skills, designed to help even the weakest learners improve 2 AL grades.

Perfect for struggling students who need to improve their Chinese language skills

Online Programmes

Check out our online Primary 2-5 Chinese tuition lessons — live, interactive, and designed specifically for students who need focused, guided support. These lessons target foundational gaps, reinforce key vocabulary, and boost reading confidence. And all from the comfort of home!

Ideal for children with learning and literacy gaps.

Dyslexia Tutoring & Special Needs

We’re one of the few Chinese tuition centres in Singapore offering specialised support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and other learning difficulties. With our customised teaching methods following MOE-Syllabus, we help your child improve up to 2 AL grades!

Suitable for children who need a more support and guidance in learning Chinese.

Chinese Holiday Camps for Kids

Our school holiday workshops help your child stay engaged and improve their Chinese language skills, such as oral, writing, and comprehension, during the school break — all in a fun, low-pressure environment.

Perfect for students who need extra support or a confidence boost!

Key Skills We Focus On

At MandarinStars, we don’t just “teach Chinese.”

We equip students with specific, high-impact skills across all components of the primary Chinese curriculum — so they can learn with confidence, express themselves clearly, and succeed in exams and beyond!

Here’s how we break it down:

Comprehension

Reading is more than just recognising words — it’s about understanding the meaning and being able to respond accurately.

We teach students to identify key ideas, infer meaning, and answer comprehension questions effectively, building a strong foundation for confident reading and understanding.

Speaking Fluency

Fluent speaking isn’t just about talking — it’s about expressing thoughts clearly and with confidence.

We focus on improving pronunciation, sentence structure, and emotional expression, helping students become comfortable and articulate in Mandarin, even during oral exams.

Creative Writing

Creative writing requires both imagination and structure.

We guide students through the process of brainstorming, organising their thoughts, and writing clear, engaging compositions to help them express ideas effectively and creatively.

Real Stories from Real Parents

Still Not Convinced?Look at Our Results Straight From The Source

Irvin:K2 in 2024,preparing for Primary 1 in 2025

Initial Challenges:

• Could not speak, understand, read, or write Chinese


• Displayed task avoidant behaviours during class (e.g., walking around, lying on the floor)


• Could not follow simple instructions in Chinese


• Rejected by other enrichment centres due to lack of Chinese foundation

MandarinStars Approach:

• Placed in one-on-one Mandarin lessons to build foundational learning and classroom behaviour


• Focused on gradually preparing him for group class participation


• Lessons incorporated multi-sensory techniques to support his learning needs

Results After 5 Months:

• Understood teacher’s instructions without English translation


• Could read and recognise basic Chinese characters


• Displayed calm and focused behaviour during lessons


• Scored 8/15 on Term 4 MandarinStars mock test—up from zero comprehension. This improvement in just 5 months is a testament to our belief that the right curriculum is essential to supporting each student’s unique learning needs and unlocking their full potential.

Primary 1 Achievements(2025):

• Scored 10/15 on Term 1 MandarinStars mock test


• Achieved full marks in his school’s 听写 (Chinese spelling test)


• No longer displayed avoidant or disruptive behaviour in class


• More importantly, the student developed a more confident and positive mindset towards learning, which has since transferred to other subjects in school and at home.

Zhiwen:Primary 3(2024)with dyslexia

Initial Challenges:

• Intermediate level in spoken Mandarin, but severe difficulties in:


• Recognising Chinese characters


• Reading school textbooks


• Completing school worksheets independently


• Required help understanding new vocabulary from the P3 curriculum


• Could not read many words from Primary 1 and 2 textbooks which affected performance in Primary 3

MandarinStars Strategy:

• Enrolled in Primary 3 physical classes and Primary 2 online reading classes simultaneously


• Goal: Strengthen recognition of high-frequency characters from lower primary levels


• Emphasis on filling gaps in Primary 1–3 Chinese literacy to support long-term academic success

Learning Breakthroughs:

• Rapid improvement in character recognition using MandarinStars’ unique word recognition methods


• Able to apply memory techniques independently—even outside of class


• Reading skills strengthened significantly; writing skills showed steady progress

7 Months after MandarinStars Lessons:

• Passed his Primary 3 year-end exam in 2024, a major milestone for a student with dyslexia


• In Primary 4, scored 24 out of 35 on his school’s Weighted Assessment

✅ An especially notable result given the increasing exam complexity at higher grades!

Justin:Primary 4 student(2023)with mild autism,dyslexia,dyscalculia&language processing disorder

Initial Challenges:

• Very weak foundation in reading and writing Chinese (2-year Chinese literacy gap)


• Could not read basic characters from lower primary syllabus


• Required intensive support and was not able to express himself in Chinese

MandarinStars Intervention:

• Started with online reading classes focusing on textbook vocabulary (P2–P5)


• Later joined weekly Comprehensive Primary 4 physical classes


• Parents intentionally chose Standard Chinese lessons at MandarinStars to build resilience and long-term skills


• Attended both online and in-person lessons weekly

Progress in 2023:

• Scored 3/15 (Paper 1) and 14/45 (Paper 2) in P4 end-of-year exam

Progress in 2024:

• Scored 10/15 in P5 Weighted Assessment 2 (first time passing Chinese test in school)


• Developed visual memory techniques for character recognition


• Began reading and completing Chinese exercises independently

Progress in 2025:

• Scored 13/15 in P6 Weighted Assessment 1


• Gained fluency and confidence in speaking Chinese


• Improved reading and oral skills


• Demonstrated confidence and interest in Chinese language learning

Faith:Primary 3 student with dyslexia and high intellectual ability

Initial Challenges:

• Struggled to remember Chinese words and had difficulty reading many high-frequency Chinese words


• Failing Chinese tests, especially reading and comprehension


• Low confidence due to ongoing struggles

MandarinStars Intervention:

• Focused on building a strong reading and spelling foundation


• Applied unique methods tailored to her learning needs


• Close parental support and strong personal motivation from Faith

Results by End of Primary 4:

Passed her end-of-year Chinese exams with results:

• Paper 2: 34.5/45


• Listening Comprehension: 6/10


• Composition: 6/15

Awarded Edusave Merit Award for being in the top 25% of her school level

Ongoing Progress in Primary 5:

• Continued improvement in reading, writing, and language skills


• MandarinStars program helped bridge learning gaps to meet higher academic demands

Jaden:Primary 4 student who attended multiple private tuition centres and home tutoring sessions without improvement

Initial Challenges:

• Could not read many words at Primary 3 level


• Significant foundational gaps in reading and spelling


• Scored less than 10 marks (AL8) in Chinese prior to joining MandarinStars

MandarinStars Intervention:

• Focused on rebuilding foundational reading and spelling skills


• Used MandarinStars’ unique teaching methods to help him “learn how to learn”


• Emphasised long-term literacy and comprehension strategies over rote memorisation

Results in Primary 5:

• Improved to 28 marks (AL7) in Chinese within 8 months


• Progressed one Achievement Level band, a significant milestone at upper primary level


• Demonstrated commitment and effort as demands of curriculum increased

Erica:Primary 2 student(Term 3,2024)with dyslexia

Initial Challenges:

• Strong spoken Mandarin, but severe difficulty in reading and character recognition


• Scored 16/40 (40%) in school Chinese test before joining

Literacy challenges caused low confidence and performance in written Chinese

MandarinStars Intervention:

• Enrolled in MandarinStars’ dyslexia-friendly programme


• Used specialised character encoding techniques for memory retention


• Created a fun, encouraging learning environment to boost confidence

Progress in Two Terms:

Passed her end-of-year Chinese exams with results:

• Gained reading fluency and comprehension


• Started enjoying Chinese lessons and looked forward to class

Results in Primary 3:

• Consistently scores full marks in school Chinese spelling tests


• Achieved 29/30 (96%) in Weighted Assessment 2


• Shows increased confidence, motivation, and perseverance.

Book Our Free Trial Class Today

Every new student at MandarinStars starts with a trial lesson — and for good reason.

This isn’t just a free class. It’s a chance for us to understand your child’s reading, writing, and learning pace — so we can place them in the right class for their needs.

During the trial, our teachers will observe:

• Your child’s Chinese language proficiency


• Their ability to learn in a group setting


• How they respond to different teaching methods

After the class, we’ll speak with you directly to share our assessment, explain how our programmes work, and let you know if your child can continue in the same time slot.

This way, every student — no matter how weak or strong — gets to learn in a class where they feel encouraged, supported, and empowered to improve.

Interested?Book Your Free Trial Class Today and Let Us Match Your Child to the Perfect Learning Group.

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Enrol Your Child in MandarinStars Today

Your search for an experienced and professional Chinese language tutor is over!

At MandarinStars, your child will receive the tools, confidence, and support they need to finally succeed in Chinese — and even enjoy it.

Here’s what you’ll get with MandarinStars:

✅ A proven Chinese tuition programme focused on improvement, not pressure

✅ Structured classes taught by experienced Chinese teachers

✅ Small group tuition (up to 5 students only) for personalised support

✅ Multi-sensory, gamified learning activities that work

✅ Customised support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, or learning challenges

✅ In-person and online options available

✅ Programmes that follow the MOE syllabus closely

✅ A nurturing, results-driven approach that parents trust

MandarinStars is not just here to teach Chinese.

We’re here to make sure your child doesn’t fail it.

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