Crocodile Mandarin School
Who knew Mandarin learning could be so fun?
Crocodile Play-Based Classes
Crocodile Play-Based Classes are taught with a mix of Mandarin and English. Many classes feature learning songs from our large library. These songs are presented on a large screen in the classroom. The teacher then conducts an activity which reinforces the material. Most classes end with a craft activity related to the lesson. Since most of these craft project have the vocabulary written on them, they become an additional resource to help you review.
These classes have no textbooks, no formal testing, and no homework. However, students can review material at home using our online Student Centre and parents will receive a transcript of the material, which will allow them to monitor their children’s progress.
The best way to ensure fast progress is by adding an online REcharge class to your regular class.
There are two traditional Crocodile play-based classes--and one new type:
1. Crocodile Toddler/Preschool Class (ages 2-5)
Our youngest students will get lots of repetition and a pace appropriate to their tender ages. We teach with Mandarin finger rhymes, movement games, and lots of easy children’s songs that can be reviewed online at home. The end of most classes features a craft project. Parent participation is strongly recommended in this class.
2. Crocodile A Class (ages 5-10)
This class is designed for children who are beginners or near beginners. Students that know the alphabet and can read simple 3-4 letter words are probably ready for this level. Children in this class learn skills like expressing likes and dislikes, asking permission, counting, naming colours, animals, parts of the body, and emotions.
Currently Offered at: All Locations
Price: $235* for an 10-week term
All locations offer an early bird period. Please check the specific location page for dates. Also, a 10% sibling discount applies to the second child registered if both are living at the same address.
*early bird price
Crocodile Classes
(Play-based)
A Class Immersion (Burnaby only)
Ages: 5-10
This class has the same songs and structure as the regular play-based class but is taught in an immersion format. (That is, the teacher will speak Mandarin exclusively though the hour). No previous Mandarin background is required. This class is marginally more challenging and will feature activities that help students gradually adapt to a non-English learning environment without feeling overwhelmed.
A Class Immersion Plus (Burnaby only)
Ages: 10-14
This class has the same songs and structure as the regular play-based class but is taught in an immersion format. (That is, the teacher will speak Mandarin exclusively though the hour). No previous Mandarin background is required. This class is marginally more challenging and will feature activities that help students gradually adapt to a non-English learning environment without feeling overwhelmed.