Every new student at MandarinStars starts with a trial lesson — and for good reason.
This isn’t just a class. It’s a chance for us to understand your child’s reading, writing, and learning pace — so we can place them in the right class for their needs.
During the trial, our teachers will observe:
Your child’s Chinese language proficiency
Their ability to learn in a group setting
How they respond to different teaching methods
After the class, we’ll speak with you directly to share our assessment, explain how our programmes work, and let you know if your child can continue in the same time slot.
This way, every student — no matter how weak or strong — gets to learn in a class where they feel encouraged, supported, and empowered to improve.
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Want to support your child’s Chinese learning but finding it hard to commit to travel or tuition schedules?
We understand your struggles, and we've created a solution that works around you!
MandarinStars offers MOE-aligned online Chinese tuition for Primary 2 to 6 students, specially designed for struggling learners who need extra time to consolidate their learning — including those who have forgotten how to read words from earlier levels.
Our live, interactive online classes deliver the same proven results as our in-person programmes — without compromising on quality or engagement.
Every lesson is thoughtfully designed to keep students focused, actively participating, and fully engaged in their learning.
All your child needs is a computer and internet connection. Leave the rest to us!
We provide the exact support and guidance your child needs to finally pass and succeed in Chinese!
They’re scoring AL5–AL7 or 30–60 marks consistently
They dislike or fear Chinese and have shut down during lessons
They can’t read or write well, even after years of tuition
They have diagnosed learning needs (ADHD, Dyslexia, literacy delays)
They prefer to attend lessons from the comfort of their home
They don't have transport to travel to our centre
They feel lost in class because lessons move too fast for them
You’re looking for an online learning platform that is interactive, visual, and not just slides and worksheets
You want a programme that follows the latest MOE syllabus but is taught in a way your child actually understands
What are you waiting for then?
Enrol your child now and give them a chance to pass their Chinese exams with ease of mind!

| MandarinStars | Other Tuition Centres | |
|---|---|---|
| Help struggling students with AL5-7 PASS their Chinese | ✅ | ❌ |
| Psychologically and academically backed teaching methods | ✅ | ❌ |
| Adaptable teaching pace to cater to each student’s needs | ✅ | ❌ |
| Use visual supports and memory strategies to help students read and remember words | ✅ | ❌ |
| Capable of helping students with learning difficulties (e.g. ADHD, Dyslexia, autism) | ✅ | ❌ |
| 5 students or less in a class | ✅ | ❌ |
Interested to know more?
Keep reading to find out!
Interested to know more? Keep reading to find out!
From failing marks to confident speakers, we're a specialised Chinese tuition centre built specifically for students who are:
falling behind their peers
turned away by other mainstream centres with curriculum catered for students aiming for AL1-4s
They can’t read or write well, even after years of tuition
not seeing results from attending tuition a few times a week
Unlike traditional programmes, we are hyper-focused on helping struggling learners pass Chinese while reigniting their interest in Chinese culture, pass confidently, improve steadily, and build language skills that last beyond PSLE.
With proven methods, engaging lessons, and a team of experienced tutors, we have helped countless students improve by 1 AL grade in 12 months.
Our lessons are carefully broken down into bite-sized, scaffolded steps — designed for students who need more time, support, and repetition.
Built by a deeply experienced team of ex-MOE Chinese teachers, curriculum specialists, and a child psychologist, our customised teaching methods include:
memory aids, writing scaffolds and templates
interactive displays and game-based learning
differentiated pacing
While other centres may focus on cramming in as many new words as possible each lesson, at MandarinStars, we prioritise depth over speed — ensuring that students truly understand, retain, and confidently use what they learn.
We’re not just preparing your child to succeed in primary school. We’re building a strong foundation that carries them through secondary school and beyond.
Our ultra-small class size allows teachers to identify each child's pace and needs.
Children are grouped by similar reading and writing proficiency, so your child is not placed in a class that moves too fast or too slow for them.
This low-pressure, high-support environment gives children the freedom to:
ask questions without fear
engage actively without judgment
learn from their mistakes
receive targeted feedback based on their progress
In this setting, our teachers can adapt on the spot, offering real-time feedback, targeted support, and encouragement that simply isn’t possible in a crowded classroom.
This way, your child gets the exact help they need, right when they need it.

We offer specialised online catch-up classes for students who have been diagnosed with ADHD or Dyslexia or any student who is still struggling to read Chinese confidently.
50 minutes
Once a week
Students will learn Chinese characters and vocabulary directly from their MOE Chinese textbooks ( 欢乐伙伴) but taught through MandarinStars’ signature interactive online lessons.
Our online tutors employ proven multi-sensory methods — including Picture Association, Semantic Radicals, Word Breakdown, and Story-Based Techniques — so students will be able to recognise, recall, and understand vocabulary more easily.
Each new word isn’t just memorised! It’s applied in meaningful sentences, helping your child build confidence in reading, writing, and real-world usage.
Weekly worksheets will be sent to students before each lesson.
For fees and class timetable, please refer to our page here.
Interested to know more? Keep reading to find out!
Intermediate level in spoken Mandarin, but severe difficulties in:
Recognising Chinese characters
Reading school textbooks
Completing school worksheets independently
Required help understanding new vocabulary from the P3 curriculum
Gaps in foundational character recognition from earlier years
Enrolled in Primary 3 physical classes and Primary 2 online reading classes simultaneously
Goal: Strengthen recognition of high-frequency characters from lower primary levels
Emphasis on filling gaps in Primary 1–3 Chinese literacy to support long-term academic success
Rapid improvement in character recognition using MandarinStars’ unique recognition methods
Able to apply memory techniques independently—even outside of class
Reading skills strengthened significantly; writing skills showed steady progress
Passed his Primary 3 year-end exam in 2024, a major milestone for a student with dyslexia
In Primary 4, scored 24 out of 35 on his Weighted Assessment
Very weak foundation in reading and writing Chinese (2-year Chinese literacy gap)
Could not recognise or read basic characters from lower primary
Required intensive support and was not able to express himself in Chinese
Started with online reading classes focusing on textbook vocabulary (P2–P4)
Later added Primary 4 physical classes for comprehensive instruction
Parents intentionally chose Standard Chinese lessons at MandarinStars (vs Foundation) to build resilience and long-term skills
Attended both online and in-person lessons weekly
Scored 3/15 (Paper 1) and 14/45 (Paper 2) in P4 end-of-year exam
Scored 10/15 in P5 Weighted Assessment 2 (first time passing Chinese)
Developed visual memory techniques for character recognition
Began reading and completing Chinese exercises independently
Scored 13/15 in P6 Weighted Assessment 1
Gained fluency in speaking Chinese
Improved composition and oral skills
Demonstrated confidence and interest in Chinese language learning
Struggled to remember Chinese words and had difficulty reading many high-frequency Chinese words
Failing Chinese tests, especially reading and comprehension
Low confidence due to ongoing struggles
Focused on building a strong reading and spelling foundation
Applied unique methods tailored to her learning needs
Close parental support and strong personal motivation from Faith
Passed her end-of-year Chinese exams with results:
Awarded Edusave Merit Award for being in the top 25% of her school level
Continued improvement in reading, writing, and language skills
MandarinStars program helped bridge learning gaps to meet higher academic demands
Could not read many words at Primary 3 level
Significant foundational gaps in reading and spelling
Scored less than 10 marks (AL8) in Chinese prior to joining MandarinStars
Focused on rebuilding foundational reading and spelling skills
Used MandarinStars’ unique teaching methods to help him “learn how to learn”
Emphasised long-term literacy and comprehension strategies over rote memorisation
Improved to 28 marks (AL7) in Chinese within 8 months
Progressed one Achievement Level band, a significant milestone at upper primary level
Demonstrated commitment and effort as demands of the curriculum increased
Strong spoken Mandarin, but severe difficulty in reading and character recognition
Scored 16/40 (40%) in school Chinese test before joining
Literacy challenges caused low confidence and performance in written Chinese
Enrolled in MandarinStars’ dyslexia-friendly programme
Used specialised character encoding techniques for memory retention
Created a fun, encouraging learning environment to boost confidence
Gained reading fluency and comprehension
Started enjoying Chinese lessons and looked forward to class
Consistently scores full marks in school Chinese spelling tests
Achieved 29/30 (96%) in Weighted Assessment 2
Shows increased confidence, motivation, and learning enjoyment
With the right structure, support, and encouragement, any child can thrive.


Don’t let your child fall further behind in Chinese, especially when the right support is just a click away!
Our online tuition lessons are designed to rebuild confidence, close learning gaps, and help your child enjoy learning again — all from the comfort of home.
MOE syllabus-aligned lessons delivered by some of the best online tutors
Multi-sensory teaching methods tailored for struggling and special needs learners
Small group tuition (max 5 students) for personalised attention
Interactive online learning platform that makes Chinese fun and memorable
Structured weekly lessons to boost vocabulary, comprehension, and writing
A safe, supportive, and engaging environment to grow in confidence
MandarinStars is not just here to teach Chinese.
We’re here to make sure your child doesn’t fail it.

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