Q:
My P1 child prefers English. How can I help them speak more Chinese?
A:
It’s very common for P1 children in Singapore to prefer English.
Most can speak Chinese — they just feel shy.
At Aiwen’s Premium Small-Group Chinese Classes (2–6 students), we help children open up through：
① A safe space → confidence to speak
We don’t correct immediately.
Children start with simple words they already know.
② 3D ARTS Method → speak naturally
Through drawing, movement and stories, children speak Chinese while having fun.
③ Simple sentence frames → easy to start
“I see…”
“I like…”
“Today I…”
“Because… therefore…”
These structures make speaking Chinese much easier.
What parents can try at home：
• 1-minute “Chinese time” daily
• Use simple words
• Encourage, don’t over-correct
When confidence grows, speaking becomes natural.
A small start today builds strong Chinese speaking confidence.
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