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Chinese Lessons for Children with ADHD, Dyslexia, and
Literacy Delays

Chinese Lessons for Children with ADHD, Dyslexia, and Literacy Delays

Learning Chinese can be especially challenging for children with ADHD, dyslexia, or literacy delays. The language’s tones, characters, and memorisation can quickly become overwhelming, leaving many feeling frustrated or “behind” despite their best efforts.

At MandarinStars, we believe every child can enjoy learning Chinese with the right support. Our small-group, multi-sensory holiday workshops are designed to give children the time, structure, and encouragement they need to catch up, build confidence, and rediscover the joy of learning.

These aren’t typical tuition classes. We slow down the pace, use visual and verbal prompts, and incorporate movement, art, and play to help children stay engaged, focused, and proud of their progress. 

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Our Workshops

Composition and
Oral Workshop $210

Composition and Oral Workshop $210

Bukit Timah Campus

Help your child strengthen their writing and speaking foundations with guided composition practice and oral exam techniques.

Perfect for students who want to build confidence before moving up to a new level.

For P4 Students (in 2026)

Dates:
24, 25, 26 November
2, 3, 4 December
15, 16, 17 December

Time:
9.30 AM – 11.45 AM (all sessions)

For P5 Students (in 2026)

Dates:
25, 26, 27 November
9, 10, 11 December
15, 16, 17 December

Time:
9.30 AM – 11.45 AM (all sessions)

For P6 Students (in 2026)

Dates:
25, 26, 27 November
2, 3, 4 December
15, 16, 17 December

Time:
9.30 AM – 11.45 AM (all sessions)

Hanyu Pinyin Course $420

For 5–8 Year Olds

Designed for younger learners, this foundational Pinyin course builds pronunciation accuracy and early reading skills through
fun, interactive activities.

Camp Dates & Times:

📍Venue: 733 Bukit Timah Road #01-06
CAMP 1: 1 – 4 December | 9.30 AM – 12.00 PM
CAMP 2: 9 – 12 December | 2.00 PM – 4.30 PM
CAMP 3: 15 – 18 December | 2.00 PM – 4.30 PM

Chinese Immersion Art Camp $320

Novena Campus

A creative way to build cultural understanding and appreciation. Children will explore traditional Chinese art forms while
improving their focus, expression, and Chinese vocabulary.

Dates:
26, 27, 28 November
3, 4, 5 December

Time:
9.30 AM – 12.00 PM (all sessions)

Duration: 2.5 hours/day | 3 Days

Limited seats. Don’t let this opportunity pass. 

Holiday slots at MandarinStars are capped to preserve quality and personalised attention.
Once full, we cannot accept more students. 

WhatsApp us now to reserve your child’s place before it’s too late.
Let’s make this holiday season a turning point for confidence in Chinese.

Who Should Enrol With MandarinStars

MandarinStars specialises in helping:

  • Primary school students diagnosed with learning disability, dyslexia, ADHD, or autism spectrum disorder

  • Learners with other learning difficulties or developmental delays affecting literacy

  • Children who cannot read, write, or recall Chinese words easily

  • Students scoring below 60 marks in Chinese or stuck at AL5 to AL7

  • Kids disengaged in regular lessons or who’ve seen no progress with private tuition

  • Families who’ve tried private tutors, a home tuition, or a tuition agency but didn’t see lasting results

We don’t force kids into one-size-fits-all learning. We provide tailored support built for each student's unique needs.

MandarinStars vs Other Tuition Centres

MandarinStars vs
Other Tuition Centres

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!

Why Enrol With MandarinStars?

We’re a proven primary Chinese tuition centre helping struggling students improve by at least 1 AL grade within 12 months.

MandarinStars is a specialist Chinese tuition centre for students who are:

  • Falling behind in class

  • Coping with ADHD, dyslexia, or memory issues

  • Rejected by AL1–4-focused centres

  • Not improving despite attending tuition or educational therapy a few times a week

We go beyond memorisation. Our proven methods reignite interest in Chinese, strengthen core skills, and deliver lasting progress — all with a team of experienced tutors and a curriculum tailored for learners who need extra time and support.

Tailored, ADHD- and
Dyslexia-Friendly Learning

Tailored, ADHD- and Dyslexia-Friendly Learning

While in most cases, private tuition means students receive more individual attention, it is often simply not enough. At MandarinStars, we go further by breaking lessons into bite-sized, scaffolded steps, carefully designed for students who need extra time, support, and repetition.

Crafted by ex-MOE teachers, curriculum specialists, and a child psychologist, our approach includes:

  • Memory aids, writing scaffolds, and structured templates

  • Interactive, game-based learning

  • Differentiated pacing for each learner

  • A positive behaviour rewards system

We prioritise depth over speed — ensuring students truly understand, retain, and confidently apply what they learn.

Personalised Attention in Ultra-Small Classes

With just 2–5 students per class, teachers can closely monitor each child’s progress and adapt lessons on the spot.

Grouped by similar proficiency, your child will never feel left behind or held back — instead, they’ll enjoy a supportive environment where they can:

  • Ask questions without fear

  • Actively engage without judgment

  • Learn from mistakes and receive meaningful feedback

This personalised approach gives your child exactly the help they need, right when they need it. Teachers can also easily adapt on the spot, offering real-time feedback, targeted support, and encouragement that simply isn’t possible in a crowded classroom.

Still Not Convinced? Look at Our Results Straight From The Source

Real Stories from Real Parents

Irvin → From Zero Mandarin to Top Marks in P1

K2 student (2024) with no Mandarin background

Initial Challenges:

  • Couldn’t speak, understand, or follow basic Mandarin. Rejected by other centres for behavioural issues.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • 1-to-1 lessons using multi-sensory techniques to build foundational language and classroom confidence.

Results:

  • Read basic characters in 5 months. Scored 8/15 on mock test, then full marks in P1 spelling.

Zhiwen → From Dyslexia to Exam Success

Primary 3 student (2024) with dyslexia

Initial Challenges:

  • Severe difficulty recognising characters and completing worksheets.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • Targeted classes bridging P2–P3 levels to build literacy.

Results:

  • Improved reading independently. Passed P3 exams and performed well in P4 Weighted Assessments.

Justin → From Failing to Fluent

Primary 4 student (2023) with mild autism, dyslexia, and language processing disorder

Initial Challenges:

  • Two-year literacy gap. Couldn’t express himself in Mandarin.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • Weekly online and in-person classes to build core skills and resilience.

Results:

  • Became independent in reading and writing. From failing to fluent by Primary 6.

Faith → From Low Confidence to Top 25%

Primary 3 student with dyslexia and high intellectual ability

Initial Challenges:

  • Poor retention and reading comprehension.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • Customised reading and spelling support, plus strong parent collaboration.

Results:

  • Gained confidence, earned merit awards, and ranked in top 25% by Primary 4.

Jaden → From Under 10 Marks to AL7

Primary 4 student with major literacy gaps

Initial Challenges:

  • Couldn’t read most P3 vocabulary; scored below 10 marks.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • Focused on reading foundations and comprehension-first learning.

Results:

  • Improved steadily, scoring 28 marks (AL7) within 8 months.

Erica → From 40% to 96% in Two Terms

Primary 2 student (Term 3, 2024) with dyslexia

Initial Challenges:

  • Strong spoken Mandarin, but major reading and recognition issues.

MandarinStars Solution:

  • Dyslexia-friendly curriculum with memory techniques and confidence-building.

Results:

  • Full marks in spelling, 96% in Weighted Assessment 2. Now enjoys learning.

Your Child Could Be Next

Your child isn’t “bad at Chinese” — they just need teaching that meets their unique learning style. At MandarinStars, we specialise in supporting dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and other learning challenges.

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Give Your Child the Chinese Support They Deserve

Your child isn’t “bad at Chinese” — they just need teaching that meets their unique learning style.

At MandarinStars, we specialise in supporting dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and other learning challenges.

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