熊猫学堂 / Chinese Language Learning

Open more oppotunities to your child in the future

Panda Learning Centre located in Applecross WA, offer small-group Chinese classes for children and adolescents from age 4 and above, including complete beginners.

Established
2017
Learners
Ages 4+
Mini classes
1-4
Small classes
1-6

About Us

Panda Learning Centre, established in 2017

Located in Applecross, Perth, Panda Learning Centre is dedicated to high-quality Chinese language education for children and adolescents growing up overseas.

We welcome heritage Chinese learners, students from non-Chinese speaking backgrounds, and families seeking structured long-term Chinese education connected with culture and confidence.

Enrolment

Small classes, personal attention, steady progress

Places are limited because the centre keeps class sizes small. Early contact is recommended for families looking for a class that suits their child's age, level, and goals.

Heritage learnersNon-Chinese-background studentsComplete beginnersLong-term Chinese education
AddressUniting ChurchApplecross, WADawn 0421454118Dawnliang86@gmail.com

Programs

Chinese course pathway

From pre-school foundations to advanced Chinese study, the program builds interest, literacy, reading, writing, and confident expression step by step.

Pre-school

Ages 4-6 / Young Children's Chinese

Pre-school

Children develop interest in Chinese through songs, games, storytelling, and guided activities. Basic stroke practice helps them build early habits for writing Chinese characters.

Primary Stage

Hanyu Pinyin + Chinese Books 1-4

Primary Stage
Primary Stage

Year 1 students learn Hanyu Pinyin as a foundation for independent reading. Through Chinese Books 1-4, students reach about 500-600 characters, read simple Chinese independently, write simple compositions, and enter systematic Chinese study.

Intermediate Stage

Chinese Books 5-8

Intermediate Stage

Students reach about 1,800-2,000 characters, read more complex articles, simplified literary works and children's books, write 400-500 character compositions, and prepare for foundational WACE Chinese Background study in Western Australia.

Advanced Stage

Chinese Books 9-12

Advanced Stage

Students reach about 2,000-3,000 characters and move toward learning, thinking, and expressing themselves in Chinese. This stage connects with WACE Chinese Background, IB Chinese, VCE Chinese, and AP Chinese pathways.

Parent Testimonials

What families say about learning with Teacher Liang

Parents value the steady guidance, encouragement, and long-term progress their children experience at Panda Learning Centre.

Educational Approach

Student-centred learning in mini and small classes

Teaching is differentiated so each child has the right mix of structure, encouragement, and challenge.

  • Small-group teaching gives each child more individual attention.
  • Plans are tailored to language level, learning style, development needs, and family expectations.
  • Lessons combine structured exercises with engaging activities, stories, poetry, and games.
  • Teachers and parents monitor homework together so classroom learning is reinforced at home.

Academic Achievement

Strong foundations for school and exam confidence

Students have consistently demonstrated strong performance in WACE Chinese examinations. The teaching team's track record includes a former student achieving 1st place in Western Australia in the Chinese Background examination in 2025.

WA1st

Chinese Background examination result in 2025

Contact

Enquire about a suitable class for your child

Share your child's age, year level, Chinese background, and learning goals when you call so Dawn can recommend the right starting point.

Address
Uniting Church
Applecross, WA

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