Course Introduction
We provide Chinese courses (Cantonese; Traditional Chinese characters) for all age groups (children/adolescents/adults).
The courses are conducted in one-on-one or small group settings (2-4 people).
Teaching emphasizes both fun and systematic approaches, starting from songs, games, and situational applications, while systematically constructing Chinese knowledge and proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
The courses emphasize 'individualized instruction', tailoring the curriculum according to students' proficiency levels and family language backgrounds.
The platform offers two types of courses: Chinese as a Second Language/Foreign Language Course and Chinese as a Mother Tongue Course.
Choose one suits you most
Chinese as a Second Language/Foreign Language Course
Suitable for students for whom Chinese is a second language, meaning their families primarily communicate in another language (such as English/French) and only occasionally use Cantonese.
- 1The curriculum is driven by games and situational activities, aiming to cultivate students' interest in Cantonese within a short period.
- 2It progresses from listening and speaking to reading and writing, gradually building students' interest and proficiency in Chinese.
- 3The course emphasizes both fun and effectiveness; for example, four-year-old and eight-year-old students have been able to recognize a large number of characters, formulate sentences orally, and complete assigned tasks in Cantonese in various situations within two months, such as helping parents order food, buy groceries, and entertain guests through singing.
Chinese as a Mother Tongue Course
Designed for students for whom Chinese is their mother tongue, meaning their families primarily communicate in Chinese (Cantonese), especially parents who primarily use Chinese (Cantonese) to impart knowledge and commonly use it at home. These students already have a certain foundation in Chinese, such as fluent Cantonese communication, recognition, or even basic writing of common words. Parents can cooperate with the course after class to encourage students to review and apply what they have learned.
- 1The course follows the 'Chinese Language Learning Progression Framework ' to continuously cultivate students' interest, proficiency, and language thinking ability in Chinese.
- 2It starts by reinforcing students' Chinese knowledge, such as character recognition, and then develops their listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities.
- 3The course emphasizes both fun and effectiveness; for example, a second-grade student completed four creative writing pieces under guidance within two months of classes and expressed a liking for writing.
Curriculum Director
Chris Wong
Writer, curriculum developer, and teacher with ten years of experience (including in Hong Kong and Canada). Currently based in Toronto, developing Cantonese language courses, teaching, and assessment methods suitable for overseas students. Also serving as a consultant for the Chinese Debate Team at Hong Kong Metropolitan University, responsible for designing training programs and imparting debating skills. Previously worked as the curriculum developer at the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research at The University of Hong Kong, collaborating with the Hong Kong Education Bureau to design Chinese language curriculum for over fifty primary and secondary schools and providing professional training for teachers. Prior to that, taught Chinese and General Studies at Chan’s Creative School and Baptist Rainbow Primary School, responsible for developing STEM and language courses.
Beyond teaching, deeply passionate about Cantonese language research, particularly taboo phenomena in Cantonese. Authored the book 'A Linguistic Study of Taboo Phenomena in Cantonese', which has been included in the collections of universities such as Stanford University, the University of Toronto, National Taiwan University, and The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Other works have been published in media outlets such as Ming Pao, Hong Kong 01, and Hong Kong Literature.
Qualification and Education
| Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) | Ontario College of Teachers |
| Teaching English as a Foreign Language Teaching Certificate (TEFL) | University of Toronto |
| Registered Teacher | Hong Kong Education Bureau |
| Master in Chinese Language and Literature | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Education | The Education University of Hong Kong |
| Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy, Chinese) | Lingnan University (Hong Kong) |
This is the first time he talks about his Chinese teacher. Mr. Wong told me this, Mr. Wong taught me that. He thinks you are so smart; you know all the Pokémon names in Cantonese because Mommy and grandmom doesn't know. Greatly appreciate your ability to integrate life into teaching!
Thanks for teaching me. My Chinese skills are making big progress, I can write paragraphs，I want to become a book writer in the future !
It was a great pleasure meeting you this morning. I’m very impressed with your passion in Cantonese and your creative yet systematic approach to curriculum design.
I appreciate that you don't just teach textbook content, but rather approach teaching from a life perspective, making students fall in love with Chinese 😁
Thank you for teaching my grandkid Chinese. Now he knows many characters and can write compositions.
Mr. Wong Chun Hei is a young teacher who is proactive, diligent, and highly responsible. He is dedicated to organizing the debating team at the school and nurturing debating talents, earning recognition and praise from students and parents alike.
Mr. Wong teaches Chinese and serves as the Vice Subject Head of General Studies. He is bold in exploring new approaches and keen on innovation. He diligently studies teaching materials and actively participates in educational research, striving to enhance teaching quality.
In terms of lesson preparation, Mr. Wong is willing to share his experiences with other teachers and humbly learn from them. He took the initiative to re-edit and produce a new version of the school's 'Children Poetry Collection', which was highly appreciated by the Chinese teachers.
His classroom teaching is distinctive, inspiring, and creative, allowing students to learn with enthusiasm. Mr. Wong also actively leads students to participate in extracurricular competitions and activities. In school matters, he often presents valuable suggestions to the school administration to facilitate the implementation of school events. He possesses strong organizational skills and is capable of independently and effectively completing assigned tasks from the school.
