“Hi Ms. Du (educational instructor), I want to let you know how appreciative I am that you started a Mandarin playgroup for young kids. I was reflecting during Chinese New Year what a difference a year in your class had on my children. A year ago my son Lucus was 5-and-a-half, and I tried speaking Mandarin to him and playing Mandarin music for him; he didn’t want anything to do with it. With the start of weekly Mandarin classes and being with other kids who would learn Mandarin conversations, craft time, Mandarin music and dancing (plus having his younger sister attend with him), Lucus was starting to enjoy singing along and learning words as I spoke with him at home. Both Lucus and Megan at this Chinese New Year were happy to learn to serve tea to my parents, greet them with “gong xi gong xi”, “xin nian kuai le,” and he is most passionate watching lion dancing and drumming along at home. Thanks from a very appreciative mom.”

“Thank you for providing such a fun environment for learning. My Daughter loves the Mandarin classes and really enjoys writing the characters. I suggest you may need to run a parent class. We will definitely be back next term.”

“Cathie just loves the variety of activities: singing, dancing, storytelling, art and craft and eating in the year-end celebration! Love the concept of learning Mandarin and having it reinforced by constant repetition and having fun in real-life scenarios!”

“Every week Arthur and I look forward to Chinese classes because we like the warm welcoming environment and friendly staff. There’s no pressure which encourages Arthur’s willingness to participate and make progress.”

“Kenya started your Chinese programs when she was in the middle of kindergarten. She enjoys the class because it is fun which makes learning a bliss. At the same time, progressing gradually with noticeable achievement. She is now in the beginner native speaker class although she is a non-native speaker. We hope that she will continue and develop a more serious interest to learn and master Mandarin. Every parent must equip their child/children with life skills. Mastering another language is always a big plus and Mandarin is a strategic choice. Your programs have made that possible for all with its proven fun approach to learning.”

“We are in China right now and it is great to know that Eric can have some conversation with the local Children. He also knows some of the Chinese characters from children’s books. The lessons with your Chinese language and culture programs are a great help for him. It is both fun and educational. He always loves to go to the lessons each week. Ms.Chen (educational instructor) and your team put lots of effort and thought into the program, and as parents we greatly appreciate it.”