Chinese Language

Explore how Chinese Language is brought to life through varied lessons, cultural camps, competitions, and a reading programme that builds confidence and a love for the language.

Last updated on 27 August 2026

Teaching and Learning

Learning of the Chinese Language is supported through a wide range of thoughtfully designed lesson activities that cater to students’ different learning needs and strengths. Students engage with learning materials in multiple ways, whether through hands-on tasks, written exercises, discussions, or digital activities using tools such as the Student Learning Space (SLS). These varied approaches allow students to explore concepts at their own pace, practise new skills, and express their understanding in ways that suit them best.

By combining different modes of learning, lessons become more interactive and meaningful, helping students stay motivated and engaged. Students are encouraged to take an active role in their learning, reflect on their progress, and apply what they have learned in different contexts. This flexible approach ensures that all students can participate fully and develop confidence and competence in the Chinese Language.

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Children in a classroom hold up notebooks showing Chinese characters, seated at turquoise desks.

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Chinese Language Fortnight and Chinese Language Camp

Every year, the Chinese Language Fortnight and P4 Chinese Camp are organised to provide students with meaningful and engaging platforms for experiential learning. Through a variety of cultural and language-based activities such as traditional handicraft making, Chinese calligraphy, face mask painting, language games (e.g. idioms and riddles) and performing arts such as allegro, students experience and appreciate the Chinese language and culture in an authentic and enjoyable way.

The camp, designed for P4 students, deepens their understanding of Chinese culture and traditions while encouraging the frequent and meaningful use of the Chinese Language. An engaging learning environment is created to support students in using the language confidently in real-life contexts.

Children in a classroom paint large paper lanterns in pink, purple, red, and green at desks.

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MTL Challenge (Chinese Language)

Learning takes place when students can apply what they have learnt in their classrooms. As such, MTL Challenges (Chinese Language) are organised for our students every semester. These internal competitions vary from speaking to writing, and students get to pit their creativity and knowledge against each other.

Outstanding performances are recognised through specially designed medals, to celebrate students’ efforts and achievements.

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Chinese Reading Programme

The Chinese Reading Programme aims to cultivate students’ reading habits, spark their interest in Chinese reading, and develop their language and 21st-century competencies.

Students across levels take part in themed reading activities linked to everyday life, values and curriculum texts, including Chinese classics and historical stories. Through teacher-guided reading, discussions and simple creative tasks, students learn to listen, speak, read and write in an integrated way.

Students share their learning through reading journals, short book creations and storytelling activities. Parents also participate in the programme by supporting storytelling sessions, helping to build a positive and supportive reading culture in school.

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