Lower Secondary Mandarin 初中华文

Overview

Lower Secondary is vital as our teenagers encounter a significant increase in Chinese language expectations. Our Lower Secondary Mandarin mastery programme aims to help students bridge the gap between primary and secondary education. We concentrate on reinforcing their confidence in comprehension, composition, and oral communication skills—key areas assessed in the O-Level Chinese syllabus.

Through consistent weekly lessons, guided practices, and targeted exam preparation, students will develop a solid foundation that will support them throughout their four-year Chinese journey.

Course structure & key components

1. comprehension skills 强化理解能力

• guided practices with short and long passages
• strategies to tackle open-ended and multiple-choice questions
• vocabulary enrichment and question analysis drills

2. composition writing 巩固写作技巧

• focus on two types of writing: 记叙文 (narrative) and 议论文 (expository)
• sentence variation, paragraph structure, and content development
• writing from different perspectives and prompts

3. oral communication & listening skills 口试与听力练习

• picture discussion and personal response training
• pronunciation and expression coaching
• listening comprehension and note-taking strategies

4. vocabulary & idiom mastery 词汇与成语提升

• weekly themed vocabulary lists and quizzes
• commonly tested 成语 (idioms) and usage
• contextual application through speaking and writing

5. exam readiness & moe-aligned practice 考试技巧训练

• familiarisation with O-level assessment formats
• past-year practice questions and mock tests
• timed practices to build speed and accuracy

Teaching Approach

• Moe-aligned curriculum: closely follows the latest O-Level Chinese syllabus and the school's teaching pace.
• Small group setting: more attention, tailored feedback, and active participation.
• Interactive learning: role-play, discussions, and multimedia tools to keep sessions engaging.
• Progress tracking: regular reviews and personalised feedback for parents and students.

Important Note

• Minimum: $110 for 1.5 hours (one-to-one session)
• For 2 or more students: $80 per person for 2 hours

Why join this programme at Agora Colearning?

✅ One-stop location for academic + enrichment

✅ Taught by experienced Chinese educators

✅ Access to reading corners and additional practice resources

✅ Cross-subject support from other agora offerings (e.g., Maths, Science)