Course Introduction
We provide Chinese courses (Cantonese; Traditional Chinese characters) for all age groups (children/adolescents/adults).
The courses are conducted in one-on-one or small group settings (2-4 people).
Teaching emphasizes both fun and systematic approaches, starting from songs, games, and situational applications, while systematically constructing Chinese knowledge and proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
The courses emphasize 'individualized instruction', tailoring the curriculum according to students' proficiency levels and family language backgrounds.
The platform offers two types of courses: Chinese as a Second Language/Foreign Language Course and Chinese as a Mother Tongue Course.
Choose one suits you most
Chinese as a Second Language/Foreign Language Course
Suitable for students for whom Chinese is a second language, meaning their families primarily communicate in another language (such as English/French) and only occasionally use Cantonese.
- 1The curriculum is driven by games and situational activities, aiming to cultivate students' interest in Cantonese within a short period.
- 2It progresses from listening and speaking to reading and writing, gradually building students' interest and proficiency in Chinese.
- 3The course emphasizes both fun and effectiveness; for example, four-year-old and eight-year-old students have been able to recognize a large number of characters, formulate sentences orally, and complete assigned tasks in Cantonese in various situations within two months, such as helping parents order food, buy groceries, and entertain guests through singing.
Chinese as a Mother Tongue Course
Designed for students for whom Chinese is their mother tongue, meaning their families primarily communicate in Chinese (Cantonese), especially parents who primarily use Chinese (Cantonese) to impart knowledge and commonly use it at home. These students already have a certain foundation in Chinese, such as fluent Cantonese communication, recognition, or even basic writing of common words. Parents can cooperate with the course after class to encourage students to review and apply what they have learned.
- 1The course follows the 'Chinese Language Learning Progression Framework ' to continuously cultivate students' interest, proficiency, and language thinking ability in Chinese.
- 2It starts by reinforcing students' Chinese knowledge, such as character recognition, and then develops their listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities.
- 3The course emphasizes both fun and effectiveness; for example, a second-grade student completed four creative writing pieces under guidance within two months of classes and expressed a liking for writing.
Curriculum Director
Chris Wong
Writer, curriculum developer, and teacher with ten years of experience (including in Hong Kong and Canada). Currently based in Toronto, developing Cantonese language courses, teaching, and assessment methods suitable for overseas students. Also serving as a consultant for the Chinese Debate Team at Hong Kong Metropolitan University, responsible for designing training programs and imparting debating skills. Previously worked as the curriculum developer at the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research at The University of Hong Kong, collaborating with the Hong Kong Education Bureau to design Chinese language curriculum for over fifty primary and secondary schools and providing professional training for teachers. Prior to that, taught Chinese and General Studies at Chan’s Creative School and Baptist Rainbow Primary School, responsible for developing STEM and language courses.
Beyond teaching, deeply passionate about Cantonese language research, particularly taboo phenomena in Cantonese. Authored the book 'A Linguistic Study of Taboo Phenomena in Cantonese', which has been included in the collections of universities such as Stanford University, the University of Toronto, National Taiwan University, and The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Other works have been published in media outlets such as Ming Pao, Hong Kong 01, and Hong Kong Literature.
Qualification and Education
| Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) | Ontario College of Teachers |
| Teaching English as a Foreign Language Teaching Certificate (TEFL) | University of Toronto |
| Registered Teacher | Hong Kong Education Bureau |
| Master in Chinese Language and Literature | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Education | The Education University of Hong Kong |
| Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy, Chinese) | Lingnan University (Hong Kong) |
Really excellent and fun teaching! Mr. Wong's materials are (much more) relevant and fun especially compared to traditional Chinese schools. Like, dim sum, hot pot, tongue twisters. Mr. Wong is very engaging and my Canadian-born daughter is still enjoying despite losing a lot of her original Cantonese as a toddler. It is nice to have an online version too in case you're outside of North York.
My child has been taking Cantonese lessons here and absolutely loves them! The classes are interactive, practical, and focused on real life rather than rigid textbooks. The teachers are lively and the topics are so kid-friendly that my child looks forward to class every week. It’s a wonderfully natural approach to language learning!
Highly recommend Cantonese Classroom with Lou Si Chris! As an adult learner, returning to Cantonese after many years felt intimidating, but he made the entire experience enjoyable, approachable, and incredibly rewarding. He is patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and fun! He has a real talent for explaining concepts in a way that builds confidence and makes learning feel achievable. Cantonese Classroom allowed me to connect with my past Cantonese roots which was truly meaningful. He also went above and beyond by helping my husband and me choose a special Chinese name for our baby girl. This was such a thoughtful and personal gift, and something our family will cherish for years to come. If you're looking for a Cantonese teacher who is not only an excellent educator but also genuinely invested in his students' success, I wholeheartedly recommend him. Thank you for your patience, support, and for making this journey such a positive experience!
The teaching style is fun and engaging. I highly recommend learning Cantonese here!
小兒能在這段時間遇到王老師教導，真的非常非常幸運，一直都覺得相逢懷恨晚！王老師幽默有趣的教學方式，讓我小朋友在短短幾個月內，竟然說出「喜歡中文多於英文」，這對我們來說是想不到的結果！ 老師的教材設計非常用心，內容生活化而且很有趣味，一點也不乏味，小朋友現在回家後還會主動要求看中文書，認字量和寫作能力都有顯著進步！非常感謝王老師的耐心和專業，真心推薦給正在為孩子找中文老師的家長！！
I've been taking classes with Cantonese Classroom for several months, and the experience has been great! The classes are practical, engaging, and well-designed to provide a reasonable level of challenge.
