Herts Mandarin Club

A joyful, structured, and culturally-rich Mandarin learning journey for children aged 5–11

Welcome to Herts Mandarin Club The Herts Mandarin Club is a unique after-school and enrichment programme that combines language learning, Chinese culture, and creative activities.

Perfect for clubs, tutors, or home educators, it builds confidence in Mandarin through songs, stories, games, and reading, tailored for KS1 and KS2 learners.

KS1 Mandarin Club-

Sing & Learn Mandarin

For learners aged 5–7 (Reception- Year2)

An engaging and flexible Mandarin series that supports both beginners and continuing learners, helping children build a foundation in spoken Mandarin, early writing, and cultural understanding.

Our Mission

To inspire confidence, curiosity, and joy through meaningful Mandarin learning — supporting every child’s language journey from their very first words.

What Your Child Will Experience

  • Catchy Mandarin Songs

  • Themed Vocabulary (30+ everyday topics)

  • Hands-on Activities (colouring, matching, role-play)

  • Early Writing Practice (basic strokes and characters)

What Makes KS1 Club Special

  • Modular Topics – Join at any time

  • Mixed-Ability Friendly – Tasks for all learners

  • Language + Culture – With songs, stories, and traditions

  • Prep for KS2 – Builds readiness for the next stage

Sing & Colour Mandarin (Books 1–3)

Perfect for Reception or Year 1

  • Songs with pinyin and translation

  • Colouring sheet based on song

  • Stroke tracing sheet

  • Vocabulary colouring page

KS1 Learning Pathways

Sing & Learn Mandarin (Books 1–3) Ideal for Year 1 or 2 learners

  • Topic-based Mandarin song

  • 4 key vocabulary + 1 sentence

  • Guided character writing

  • Optional weekly homework

Children build speaking, listening, and early reading skills through joyful, playful practice.

KS2 Mandarin Club: Read & Learn Mandarin

For learners aged 7+ (Years 3–6)

A creative, story-based Mandarin learning journey that builds readingfluency, speaking confidence, and cultural awareness. This two-level programme supports learners from pinyin reading to full Chinese characters.

Two Levels of Learning

  • Level 1: Little Explorers and 30 panda-themed storybooks (with pinyin)

  • Level 2: Little Travelers and 30 full (Chinese character )“Cool Panda” books

  • 4 year leveled plan-Master 180 foundational Chinese characters

What Makes KS2 Club Special

  • Join Anytime – Modular lessons

  • Inclusive Activities – Mixed-ability friendly

  • Project-Based Learning-With Mandarin Storybooks

  • Access to the Online Level Mandarin Library

  • Culture-Integrated – Cities, traditions, anddaily life

  • Curriculum Aligned – KS2 Language Learning outcome

KS2 Learning Pathways- Level1

Duration: 2 years

Materials: 30 pinyin-based panda storybooks and 2 writing practice books

Each book includes:

  • 12 vocabulary words

  • 12 sentence patterns

  • 1 key question

  • 2 Chinese characters with writing practice

  • 1 reading log

  • Cultural Focus:

  • Little Explorers: Discovering Chinese Culture

KS2 Learning Pathways- Level2

Duration: 2 years

Materials: 30 full Chinese character “Cool Panda” books and Trembly Personal reading folders

Learning Highlights:

  • Retell stories through drawing & writing

  • Project based learning

  • Access 200+online leveled Mandarin books (Levels C–D-E-F )

Cultural Focus:

Little Travelers: Exploring Chinese Cities

Chinese Character Learning: 4-Year Cycle-Across the KS2 programme, learners master:

  • 180 high-frequency Chinese characters

  • Stroke order & writing practice

  • Reading characters in meaningful context

Year 1: Learn to Read & Understand

Plan: Introduce and learn to recognize 180 high-frequency Chinese characters through words and short sentences.

Outcome: Can read and understand 180 characters in simple texts.

Year 2: Practice Writing Characters & Sentences

Plan: Practice writing all 180 characters and use them in words and basic sentence structures.

Outcome: Can write all characters with correct stroke order and form complete sentences.

Year 3: Review Through Storybooks

Plan: Reinforce all 180 characters by reading them repeatedly in storybooks.

Outcome: Can read full sentences and short stories fluently using known characters.

Year 4: Read & Write Stories

Plan: Review all 180 characters by reading and writing original short stories.

Outcome: Can confidently read and write stories using familiar vocabulary.

Herts Mandarin Club – Autumn Term 2025

Fleetville Infant and Nursery School

Mandarin Singer & Reader (Years 1–2)

Mondays, 3:15–4:00pm

Make Mandarin fun! Children enjoy panda-themed storybooks and sing popular Mandarin songs in a joyful, beginner-friendly setting. Each session reinforces key vocabulary through storytelling, actions, and songs.

Builds confidence, independence, and a love for language learning.

Lochinver House School – After-School Mandarin Clubs

Sing and Colour Mandarin (Reception–Year 1)

Tuesdays, 3:30–4:15pm

Singing, colouring, and everyday vocabulary make this a fun introduction to Mandarin for young learners. Children build listening and speaking skills through music, movement, and creative play in an immersive language environment.

Builds confidence, curiosity, and early language awareness.

Mandarin Singer & Reader (Year 2)

Tuesdays, 3:30–4:15pm

Make Mandarin fun! Children enjoy panda-themed storybooks and sing popular Mandarin songs in a joyful, beginner-friendly setting. Each session reinforces key vocabulary through storytelling, movement, and song.

Builds confidence, independence, and a love for language learning.

Mandarin Explorer & Reader (Years 3–6)

Tuesdays, 3:45–4:45pm

Discover Mandarin through stories, culture, and festivals! This club uses panda-themed books and interactive activities to build vocabulary, comprehension, and cultural awareness. Optional writing tasks support further practice at home.

Inspires interest, understanding, and a passion for Mandarin.

St Columba’s College – Lunchtime Mandarin Clubs

Sing and Colour Mandarin (Reception–Year 2)

Mondays and Tuesdays, 1:00–1:30pm

Singing, colouring, and everyday vocabulary make this fun introduction to Mandarin ideal for young learners. Children develop listening and speaking skills through music, movement, and creative play in an immersive language environment.

Builds confidence, curiosity, and early language awareness.

Mandarin Explorer & Reader (Years 3–6)

Mondays and Tuesdays, 12:30–1:00pm

Discover Mandarin through stories, culture, and festivals! This club uses panda-themed books and interactive activities to build vocabulary, comprehension, and cultural understanding. Optional writing tasks support learning beyond the classroom.

Inspires interest, understanding, and a passion for Mandarin.

The American School in London – After-School Mandarin Clubs

Mandarin Singer & Reader (Grades 1–2)

Thursdays, 3:00–4:00pm

Make Mandarin fun! Children enjoy panda-themed storybooks and sing popular Mandarin songs in a joyful, beginner-friendly setting.

Builds confidence, independence, and a love for language.

Mandarin Explorer & Reader (Grades 3–4)

Thursdays, 4:00–5:00pm

Discover Mandarin through stories, culture, and festivals! This fun, beginner-friendly club uses panda-themed books to spark curiosity and cultural learning.

Inspires interest, understanding, and a passion for Mandarin.

Alban City School – Lunchtime Mandarin Club

Mandarin Explorer & Reader (Years 3–6)

Wednesdays, 12:30-1:00pm

Discover Mandarin through stories, culture, and festivals! This club uses panda-themed books and interactive activities to build vocabulary, comprehension, and cultural awareness. Optional writing tasks support further practice at home.

Inspires interest, understanding, and a passion for Mandarin.

What our parents and students say

  • Carrie

    Jenny is a friendly and approachable teacher, incredibly patient. When we heard that she was offering in-person classes, we made the decision to pause our child's online lessons and enroll them in Jenny's offline classes without hesitation. I'm truly thankful for our choice; our child really enjoys the weekly lessons, is more willing to interact, and is becoming more comfortable with speaking Chinese.

    Jenny's teaching style is diverse, as she skillfully incorporates Chinese culture and art, allowing children to experience "fun" while they learn to read and write. Thank you, Jenny, for your exceptional teaching!

    Jennny 老师为人和蔼可亲、非常耐心。当听说她开班授课的时候，我们义无反顾得暂停了孩子的线上课 报名参加了Jenny的线下课。我真的非常庆幸我们的决定，孩子很喜欢每周的课程 课堂上也愿意互动也更愿意说中文了。Jenny 的教课方式很多元化 她巧妙地融入了中国文化和艺术 让孩子在学习阅读和书写的同时能感受到“有趣”！ 谢谢你Jenny 老师！

  • Stella

    Meeting Jenny has been a stroke of luck for Teng. Jenny is patient, caring, and enthusiastic, seamlessly integrating Chinese education into real-life situations. She customizes teaching plans and methods to suit individual children's levels and personalities, offering personalized instruction. Jenny's interactive teaching style in the classroom is highly appealing to the children."

    能幸运遇见Jenny老师是藤的幸运。Jenny老师有耐心，有爱心，有热情，把中文教育融入到现实生活中，针对不同孩子的水平和个性，制定不同的教学方案 和 方法，因材施教。Jenny老师在课堂上的互动教学方式，孩子们都很喜欢。

  • Deeemo

    We began with Jenny's community Chinese activities and continued on to her Chinese classes. My child has made tremendous progress in his Chinese language skills. Unlike online Chinese courses, Jenny engages with the children extensively, fostering a learning environment where they progress together, making the weekly Chinese class the most enjoyable learning experience. Jenny also regularly organizes various cultural activities, ensuring that the children, even in a foreign land, are exposed to and enriched by Chinese culture. We feel fortunate to have found such a patient and dedicated teacher like Jenny, and we hope more friends will join in this engaging and meaningful journey of learning Chinese.

    我们从Jenny老师的社区中文活动开始，一路跟随到中文课堂，孩子的中文进步非常大。相比于网络中文课程，Jenny能够和孩子有很多的互动，同时孩子们一起学习一起进步，让每周的中文课变成最有趣的学习。Jenny也经常组织各种文化活动，让孩子们在异乡也能接收到中国文化的熏陶。我们非常幸运能够遇到Jenny这样有耐心而且用心的老师，希望有更多的小伙伴加入。

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