I once worked as a Chinese language teacher in a tuition center, teaching Putonghua Chinese encompassing a 21st century approach. With a well balanced mix of traditional elements and modern methods, students will first master basics in the language before progressing to more advanced levels. Both Simplified and Traditional characters are taught according to each student's needs. Foundation students are first taught elementary oral, listening, character recognisation and stroke order writing skills. Kindergarteners classes are fun and play with songs, circle time, flash cards and pencil time. Primary students who have mastered speech/listening will practice on reading and writing. Secondary students who need exam prep will focus on test taking skills. I also teach IB/AP/IGCSE Chinese exam preparation. More advanced students will focus on reading comprehension, grammar and creative writing. My students come from many local and international schools: HKIS, CIS, CDNIS, SIS, ISF, VSA, ESF, GSIS, Kellett, Harrow, DGS, DBS, SPCC, SSCPS etc.