Our Mandarin classes for children have been researched and developed for children who are both native and non-native Chinese speakers. Currently, the majority of children who attend our classes are non-native speakers. Our Mandarin Stars community is diverse and we welcome children from all cultural backgrounds.
Ni hao!
Mandarin Stars was highly intrigued by a recent article from Sid Myer, chairman of the National Asian Languages and Studies in Schools Program Reference Group: “Asia focus a smart call for schools”.
Sid Myer discusses the importance of incorporating Asian studies in Australian new national curriculum, especially in today’s increasingly globalised work. “Australia’s future is inextricably linked to Asia. By the time a five-year-old starting school today enters the workforce, China and India are predicted to be the world’s major economies.”
He raises the benefits to our children through increased intercultural understanding, business employability and harmony in solving global issues.
We encourage all families interested in bilingual learning to visit Sid’s discussion here:
Xie xie!
Dawna and the Mandarin Stars Team!
Mandarin Stars provides fun and inspiring Mandarin Chinese lessons for children age 1 to 12 years. Our Mandarin program for children is designed for children from all nationalities and our program is specifically designed for non-native learners. To find out more and to read about what our parents and the wider community think of us- please visit
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