P1 Chinese
Ancourage Academy · Primary · P1
Content reviewed: Jan 2026
P1 Chinese tuition at Ancourage Academy in Singapore (Bishan & Woodlands) offers small-group classes of 3-6 students, following Singapore's MOE syllabus. Weekly 1.5-hour lessons use our ESB methodology to build pinyin mastery, reading, writing, and oral expression skills. "The transition from K2 to P1 Chinese is critical—students shift from learning to read to reading to learn," observes our academic specialists. Our structured approach helps children develop confidence in formal Chinese education.
What Makes Us Different
Our proven teaching methodology combines evidence-based approaches for maximum learning effectiveness
Ebbinghaus Memory Theory
Scheduled review sessions at increasing intervals — today, tomorrow, next week, next month — so concepts are revisited just before they fade, building durable long-term memory through strategic timing rather than cramming.
Socratic Questioning
Purposeful questioning that guides children to discover answers themselves — 'How did you figure that out?' and 'What would happen if we tried it another way?' — developing thinking skills rather than just memorising answers.
Bruner's Scaffolding
Step-by-step support that is gradually removed as confidence grows — tutors first demonstrate, then guide with prompts, then step back as children work independently — ensuring mastery at each stage before moving forward.
Key Learning Outcomes
Master Key Concepts
Deep understanding of core topics aligned with MOE syllabus
Critical Thinking
Develop analytical and problem-solving skills
Exam Confidence
Strategic exam techniques and time management
Consistent Results
Improved grades and academic performance
Course Structure
Duration
1.5 hours per lesson
Full coverage with interactive learning time
Class Size
3-6 students per class
Close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice
Materials
All materials provided
No material fees — all worksheets and resources included
Curriculum Overview
- ✓Pinyin and pronunciation: Master Hanyu Pinyin to decode independently and improve reading fluency, aligned with MOE curriculum.
- ✓Character recognition: Working toward MOE milestone of 300-350 characters by year end (我会认 and 我会写).
- ✓Reading comprehension: Short texts, picture books and segmented reading to extract information and understand content.
- ✓Sentence making and writing: From single-sentence expression to simple paragraphs, building neat handwriting and logical expression.
- ✓Oral expression: Reading aloud, storytelling and class sharing to improve fluency and confidence.
- ✓Grammar foundation: Basic sentence patterns and punctuation for solid writing foundations.
What P1 Chinese students commonly work on
- 1
Pinyin mastery — accurately reading and writing Hanyu Pinyin with correct tones
- 2
Character recognition — working toward 300-350 characters (我会认/我会写)
- 3
Reading fluency — progressing from word-by-word to smooth sentence reading
- 4
Sentence construction — forming grammatically correct simple sentences
- 5
Classroom participation — building confidence to speak and share in Chinese
Learning Progression
Builds On
K2 Chinese with pinyin foundations, basic vocabulary, and simple sentence formation
Prepares For
P2 Chinese with expanded vocabulary, paragraph writing, and comprehension skills
Key Transition
Primary 1 marks the shift from playful exploration to formal language study — regular assessments begin, and Chinese transforms into a structured academic subject with clear expectations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We use songs, rhymes, and visual tone charts to make tone learning memorable. Our small class sizes allow tutors to give individual feedback on pronunciation, and we practise regularly through games and activities rather than repetitive drilling.
Absolutely. Many of our students come from English-speaking homes. We build confidence through immersive activities, starting from where each child is. With consistent practice and our ESB methodology, students develop strong foundations regardless of home language.
P1 introduces formal assessments, structured writing, and increased vocabulary demands. We help students transition smoothly by building on kindergarten foundations while developing the study habits and skills needed for primary school expectations.
Our small-group classes are intentionally kept between 3 and 6 students so every learner receives close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice.
Each lesson is 1.5 hours, providing ample time for thorough coverage of topics and interactive learning.
Yes. All lesson materials and worksheets are provided and included in the fees. Students should bring regular stationery and, where applicable, school textbooks/workbooks for reference.
Yes. Our materials and pacing align with the MOE syllabus. External syllabuses (e.g. IGCSE, IB) are available upon request.
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