Trusted by Calgary families since 1975

Learn Mandarin
with Joy

快樂學中文

Where children discover their roots, build confidence, and make lifelong friends — all while learning Mandarin in a warm, supportive environment.

Students learning Mandarin at Calgary Mandarin School
50+
Years of Happy Learners
五十年快樂學習
Ages 3+
Everyone Belongs Here
歡迎各年齡層
Saturdays
Fits Your Family's Week
每週六上課
15 Credits
Real High School Value
亞省高中學分

Why Families Choose Us

為什麼選擇我們

We're not just teaching a language — we're helping children feel proud of who they are and where they come from.

Connect to Their Roots

文化傳承

Watch your children light up during Chinese New Year celebrations, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn gatherings. They won't just learn — they'll belong.

Credits That Count

省政府認證

Your teen's hard work pays off — earn up to 15 Alberta high school credits. A real advantage for university applications and future careers.

You'll Feel at Home

溫馨社區

New to Mandarin? That's okay — most families are. Our caring teachers and friendly community welcome everyone, wherever you're starting from.

More Than Textbooks

豐富活動

Speech contests, cultural performances, reading challenges — your child will have chances to shine and build confidence all year long.

Beautiful Characters

繁體中文

We teach traditional Chinese characters (繁體字) — the same elegant script used for centuries. A gift that connects generations.

Just Saturday Mornings

週六早上

Three hours, once a week, September to June. Enough time to learn, not so much that it overwhelms your family's schedule.

A Place for Every Learner

課程介紹

Whether your child is hearing Mandarin for the first time or already speaks at home, we'll find the right fit. No one gets left behind.

Ages 3–5

Preschool

幼兒班

A playful introduction to Mandarin through songs, stories, games, and art. Building foundational listening and speaking skills.

  • Play-based learning
  • Songs and rhymes
  • Basic vocabulary
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Ages 6–11

Elementary

小學班

Progressive curriculum building reading, writing, and conversation skills. Character recognition and cultural knowledge.

  • Reading & writing
  • Character recognition
  • Cultural lessons
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Ages 12–14

Junior High

初中班

Advancing language proficiency with more complex texts, composition, and deeper cultural understanding.

  • Advanced reading
  • Essay writing
  • Cultural context
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Ages 18+

Adult Program

成人班

Never too late to learn! Classes for adult beginners and those looking to improve their Mandarin skills.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Practical conversation
  • Flexible pace
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"Our children have grown so much at Calgary Mandarin School — not just in language, but in their connection to their heritage. The teachers are dedicated, the community is welcoming, and Saturday mornings have become something our whole family looks forward to."

The Chen Family

Students since 2019

Visit Us

歡迎蒞臨

School Location 學校地址

Woodman Junior High School
8706 Elbow Dr SW
Calgary, AB T2V 1L2

Class Schedule 上課時間

Every Saturday 每週六
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
September to June 九月至六月

Contact 聯絡我們

principal@calgarymandarinschool.ca
(587) 718-8138

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We'd Love to Meet Your Family

期待認識您的家庭

Registration is open for 2025–2026. Have questions? We're happy to chat — no pressure, just answers.

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