EduGrove’s Mandarin PlayGrove is a renowned Chinese playgroup in Singapore, that provides enrichment classes for toddlers with a strong focus on holistic development. It is the perfect way to help your little ones attune their listening skills to the sounds and intonation of Mandarin words as they begin to mimic the speech of people around them.
Our meticulously crafted activities encourage 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, and 3-year-olds to achieve their developmental milestones. They also promote parental involvement, bonding, and communication through interactive songs and rhymes.
Studies have shown that the best time to learn any language is from birth to six-years-old. Therefore, the introduction of a second language at the earliest age possible is the most effective way to develop the native cadence of the language.
With our Chinese playgroup, we ensure that toddlers as young as one year old are given the opportunity to be immersed in an all-Mandarin environment. That way, their Mandarin learning journey starts strong – and stays strong!
The first years of life are critical to healthy early childhood development. While no two children develop on the exact same timeline, research has shown that certain activities do help in a child’s growth and overall development. As such, our PlayGrove programme not only gives your child the perfect environment to absorb the Chinese language, but every single activity of the class also nurtures other aspects of their development.
Our PlayGrove programme sets the stage for independent learning, preparing toddlers for preschool education. Learning to interact with peers is an important step in that process. Teachers gently encourage self-sufficiency and responsibility, as the little ones become increasingly familiar with the classroom setting and class routines. Our goal is to prepare the children for drop-off classes, minimising separation anxiety for both parent and child when it is time to enter preschool.
This allows each child to explore the multi-stationed setup, each focused on a specific area of development. Teachers will work with students individually to develop their fine and gross motor skills, build strength and physical growth, while learning to play and share with others.
The rhythm, rhyme, and repetition of vocabulary in songs, specially composed by the EduGrove team, aid children in naturally absorbing language, making it easier for them to remember keywords and phrases. Additionally, children enhance coordination and focus while enjoying music, songs, and rhymes.
What lies within the Magic Box? Each child eagerly anticipates, brimming with curiosity and wonder, until the teacher unveils the mystery object! Aligned with the theme of the week, this thrilling activity captivates every child’s five senses, enabling them to fully immerse themselves and deepen their comprehension of the lesson content.
Interactive storytelling and teacher-led drama skits expose toddlers in our Chinese playgroup to the sounds, rhythm, and intonation of Mandarin in natural and enjoyable ways. Remembering becomes effortless as teachers reinforce new words and themes through repetition and context. Additionally, these activities aim to instil moral teachings, enriching children’s learning experiences with essential life values.
Sensory play provides a multisensory environment where toddlers can explore and interact with various textures, sounds, and objects. Engaging their senses through activities like touching, smelling, and listening enhances their vocabulary and language skills as they associate words with sensory experiences. Additionally, sensory play encourages verbal communication as toddlers express their thoughts, feelings, and observations, thereby promoting language acquisition and communication proficiency.
Outdoor lessons are essential for toddlers’ language development as they provide diverse sensory experiences and opportunities for exploration. Interacting with nature and engaging in outdoor activities helps toddlers expand their Mandarin vocabulary, develop descriptive language skills, and improve communication abilities. Additionally, outdoor activities in our playgroup encourage social interaction and collaboration, enhancing language development in a natural and stimulating environment.
Nisha enjoys coming to the class. She always comes to the class happily and love to learn with her peers. She’s having fun with EduGrove’s teaching method especially during the drama sessions. Nisha enjoys the sing-along and drama sessions very much as she learnt the name of fruits and body parts.
Our Chinese enrichment classes have multiple branches conveniently located across Singapore. You can check out the locations near you and contact our team to learn more about our playgroup programmes for toddlers.
If you’re interested in our Chinese playgroup or even our Chinese enrichment class for Preschool, kindly reach out to our team. They can discuss class schedules, curriculum details, and enrollment procedures with you. Get in touch with us via phone, email, or WhatsApp – whichever is most convenient for you.
Experience our classes for yourself by signing up for a trial class so that your child can witness our engaging teaching methods and vibrant learning environment firsthand. Kindly fill out our signup form and we’ll reach out to you so that you and your child can get started.
At EduGrove, we prioritise the safety and well-being of our students. Our PlayGrove facilities are designed with toddlers in mind, featuring child-proofed spaces and age-appropriate equipment.
Moreover, we uphold strict hygiene standards, cleaning after each class to ensure that all toys are sanitized and ready for the next group of students.
Teachers at our playgroup are experienced early childhood educators with a passion for nurturing young minds. They possess relevant qualifications in early childhood education and are trained in our unique Mandarin immersion methodology. Our teachers are fluent in Mandarin and create a supportive and engaging environment where toddlers feel safe and comfortable to explore and learn.
We understand that every child is unique and learns at their own pace. That’s why our Mandarin playgroup programme offers a variety of activities that cater to different learning styles, including visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners. Our teachers are skilled at adapting their approach to meet each child’s individual needs, ensuring everyone feels supported.
Our PG program is designed as a parent-accompanied class. This approach not only enhances the educational experience by fostering a collaborative environment but also allows parents to better understand and support their child’s development throughout the program.
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EduGrove’s way of conducting Chinese lessons requires a very special breed of Chinese teacher. They are dedicated educators focused on meeting the needs of every class as a whole and every individual student in their care. Essentially they take on the role of form teachers. Working closely with parents, EduGrove teachers are concerned as much with the holistic development of their students as they are with nurturing and improving their Chinese studies.
Our teachers are also able to communicate with English-speaking parents and work closely with them to improve their child’s Chinese language abilities.
EduGrove has helped thousands of students not only achieve success in their Chinese grades but also fall in love with the language through our simple yet revolutionary approach. Voted by parents annually as the best Chinese enrichment centre in Singapore and having won the Industry Star Promising SME 500 Award, EduGrove is one of the leading providers for Chinese enrichment lessons.
As the only Chinese enrichment centre that offers specialised classes for students from playgroup to secondary, EduGrove’s team of specialist curriculum writers and teachers are experts in helping every student from each age group achieve their full potential in the Chinese language.
If your child requires something a little different from the norm, be it to focus on composition writing or one-to-one tutoring, we are able to tailor a specific plan to suit their needs.
Through updates and feedback after each class, teachers work hand-in-hand with parents to ensure their child’s positive progress. We track the progress of each student, cultivating their strengths and identifying areas for improvement. Regular evaluation allows teachers to adjust the goals for each student according to their learning style.
We aim for big successes but keep our class sizes small. With a maximum of 12 students per group, teachers are able to pay close attention to the needs and development of every student in their care. Each classroom has a dedicated area for drama and games, as well as desk-bound activities. Teaching takes place in spacious, light-filled studios, equipped with state-of-the-art learning tools, enabling students of all ages and levels to play, discover, and thrive in a truly conducive learning environment.
Not only do we help students ace their Chinese examinations, we also develop their 21st century competencies like creativity, critical thinking, and presentation skills that are crucial for them to thrive in their future tertiary education and adult professional lives.
EduGrove has assembled a team of industry experts to specially design a set of curriculum that combines with our award-winning methodology to ensure students excel in their national exams.
Covering all commonly tested keywords, oral, comprehension, composition and listening comprehension, EduGrove students are confident and well-prepared when it comes to taking on their PSLE and O-Levels!
We use drama, word games, and creative activities interactively not only to excite, motivate, and inspire, but more importantly to coax the students to vocalise and apply the keywords and phrases taught. These dynamic learning tools also help students remember more effectively.
Learning a language doesn’t have to be a chore. Research has shown that children learn best through play and that’s why our classes are designed to get away from the traditional rote-learning way of learning Chinese. Our curriculum is designed to ignite every student’s desire to learn, which means every activity is designed to be FUN!
Instead of focusing on the tedious memorisation of keywords, we use drama and word games in all classes from Preschool through to Primary and Secondary to help students remember lesson content in a more FUN, ENGAGING, and EFFECTIVE way!
