Chinese
As one of the most widely spoken languages globally, Mandarin offers learners a unique opportunity to connect with over a billion people and gain insights into the rich tapestry of Chinese culture. Mandarin is a challenging yet rewarding language to master, but learners will use Hanyu Pinyin to break down sentences into phonetic Chinese symbols.
Beyond linguistic skills, delving into Mandarin involves immersing oneself in the beauty of Chinese traditions, literature, and arts. Whether for business, travel, or personal enrichment, Mandarin unveils a pathway to cross-cultural understanding and paves the way for meaningful connections in an increasingly interconnected global community.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
The CEFR is an international standard for describing language ability. It describes language ability on a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for those who have mastered a language.
| For complete beginners, these classes take you through the basics of the language and related cultures. | For learners with several years previous knowledge. Focus is on the use of present, past and future tenses in everyday conversations. | For confident speakers who want to practise as they expand their knowledge of relevant local culture, media and lifestyle. | |||||
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Year 1
A1 CEFR |
Year 2
A1/A2 CEFR |
Year 3
A2/B1 CEFR |
Year 4
B1 CEFR |
Year 5
B1/B2 CEFR |
Year 6
B2 CEFR |
Intermediate
B2/C1 CEFR |
Advanced
C1 CEFR |
| For learners with a basic knowledge of present tense, these classes aim to expand vocabulary, grammar and general knowledge. | For learners who have been studying for a while and want to build on previous knowledge, expand their vocabulary and learn to use all tenses, including the subjunctive. | ||||||