9CHI - Chinese

Chinese is one of the most spoken languages in the world.  China is New Zealand’s largest trade partner. Learning Chinese will not only open the door to a fascinating culture with a 3000 years’ history but also increase your employment prospects in the future. 

You will be able to write about 60 basic Chinese characters. You will be able to understand and use familiar expressions and everyday vocabulary, interact in a simple way in supported situations. 

The following main topics will be covered this year:

• Greetings

• Self-introduction  

• My family

• Numbers

• Telling time

You will also have a chance to explore Chinese culture, for example, learning traditional calligraphy, Chinese painting, making Chinese food, etc. 

No prior knowledge of Chinese is required. 

1.Prepared speech - End of Second Term 

2. Conversation - End of Second Term 

Assessment in the Junior School

Learning Progressions are an evaluation of student progress using various modes of learning as evidence (not just a one-off test).  They are based on the New Zealand Curriculum, and show the level at which a student is demonstrating knowledge or skills.  Our Learning Progressions Framework maps out students’ development as they move through Years 9 - 11. 

Within each subject, at the end of a phase of learning (ie. topic, unit or skill), students will be evaluated using these indicators: Emerging, Developing, Proficient, Advancing.  For more information about what these mean, please see the Year 9 - 11 section of our website.