Frequently Asked Questions

How many students are in each class?

2-6 students for younger ages, 2-9 for teens.

Do you offer private classes?

Occasionally upon request. We place great value in the social environment for 21st century learning. We find that students are less intimated when they have peers their age learning the language too and that they participate more and retain more using this process. 

What platform is used to hold the classes?

Zoom, hosted by Outschool.  By following the link provided for the class, you will be taken to Outschool to sign up for the class.   There is an online classroom for each class where teacher and students can post comments and communicate outside of class as needed. When clicking on the button "Join Class" students are taken to the Zoom room with the teacher and other students in class.

My child has already had some Chinese classes previously, how do I know which class to sign up for?

You may use this this diagram to see what topics are covered and in what order to select a class to begin with. Students who already know how to have conversations in Chinese or who participate in Chinese Immersion programs may take our immersion classes. These classes teach content such as the life-cycle of a plant in Chinese rather than Chinese as a second language. Children under age 5 and 5-year-olds who have never had schooling before should take Chinese for the Littles.

Is there homework?

Students are expected to review in between classes. We recommend that they practice saying the vocabulary and do the writing daily.  Parents should encourage their child to repeat the vocabulary words in the videos out loud. Writing sheets are provided for writing practice.

Is there a refund policy?

Refer to your specific class information as found on Outschool. Generally speaking, classes are 100% refundable up to 1 week before class begins.