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With Mandarin, French and Japanese offered in many schools, the focus on bilingualism here is strong. Sign your kids up for language lesson tuition – often with native speakers so kids learn the perfect accent – at these language schools in Singapore
Language isn’t just a tool to keep us in touch with our cultural roots; research also shows that bilingualism is a great way to improve focus and creativity. Exposing your child to a second language in Singapore isn’t a challenge either, as mother tongue language programmes are a vital part of curriculums in both local and international schools here. If you’d like to further boost your child’s linguistic skills, you’ll be hunting down excellent language schools. So whether you’re on the lookout for Mandarin lessons, English courses, French or Spanish classes or any language of your choice, check out these popular language schools in Singapore to find the right course for your child.
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Mandarin Language Schools in Singapore
Spanish Language Schools in Singapore
French Language Schools in Singapore
English Language Schools in Singapore
Japanese Language Schools in Singapore
Tamil Language Schools in Singapore
Multi-Language Schools in Singapore
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Featured Language Schools in Singapore
LingoAce Academy
Language on offer: Mandarin
Age range: 4 – 15 years
Top Chinese learning academy LingoAce is loved by 100,000 students globally, taught by teachers with over 10 years of MOE-accredited teaching experience. Every student enjoys free course consultation, a complimentary trial class and a customised assessment report before choosing a suitable curriculum for them to achieve individual learning goals. LingoAce’s Mandarin courses are designed in alignment with the MOE syllabus – including a leading Blended Learning method that incorporates an online AI gamified course conducted live by teachers in 1v1,1v4 size, and offline classes covering Oral, Vocabulary, Comprehension and Composition components – so your kiddo will be a whizz at Mandarin in no time! LingoAce also offers useful supplementary materials and homework exercises to reinforce learning after class, along with progress reports for parents so you get an overview of your child’s learning!
LingoAce Academy, 111 Somerset Road, #04-01, Singapore 238164, lingoace.com.sg
The Spanish Council Singapore
Language on offer: Spanish
Age range: 3 to adult
Learning a new language can be daunting, but The Spanish Council Singapore makes lessons a little less intimidating with small groups of three to six students in each class. Lessons are more personalised, and individual attention will help boost your confidence in mastering the language. The teachers are native speakers from Spain, and many are qualified as examiners for common exams boards such as the DELE, IGCSE or IB. As such, your child will be well-prepped for any Spanish language exams they will need to take. Lessons are available for students of all ages, and you don’t have to be skilled in the language to begin!
The Spanish Council Singapore, 68 Circular Rd, Singapore 049422, Tel: (+65) 8414 6143 (Whatsapp), www.spanish.sg
Agape School of Education
Languages on offer: English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Mandarin, Spanish, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Thai & Vietnamese
Age range: Playgroup (3-6 years), Primary (7-11years), Secondary (12-18 years) & University / Adults
Agape School of Education is a private language school based in Singapore registered with the MOE. Their courses are designed for children and adults who are interested in learning a second (or third) language. Agape School of Education offers effective language studies in lieu of Mother Tongue for primary students who have to learn a foreign language. They’re also known for their specialised and flexible programs, with the ability to design a course for any language to cater to your specific needs, whether you want to learn a language in order to converse, write, or for professional settings.
Agape School of Education, 153B Goldhill Centre, Level 3, Thomson Road, Singapore 307607, Tel: (65) 6222 2331 or (+65) 9068 4767, www.agapeschool.edu.sg
Alliance Française de Singapour
Language on offer: French
Age range: All ages
With more than seven decades of experience, Alliance Française offers French classes for children of all ages, regardless of their level of proficiency. Children will get to learn French in a fun yet structured way, where the immersive classes encourage interactions with one another. Alliance Française also offers focus courses that target specific learning objectives as well as courses for bilingual children. Their other programmes aim to enrich children’s knowledge of the French language and culture, and they include storytelling sessions at the library, screenings of child-friendly films at their in-house theatre, twice-yearly holiday camps and more. Plus, there’s a café at the centre where you can tuck into French delicacies while you wait for class to finish!
Alliance Française de Singapour, 1 Sarkies Road, 258130 Singapore, Tel: +(65) 6737 8422, www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg
Mini Uni
Language on offer: Malay
Age range: 4 – 9 years
Mini Uni is a bilingual enrichment centre offering English-Malay courses and dedicated to growing inquisitive, confident and eloquent Malay-English speakers. While some of their students are made up of students with Malay as a mother tongue, they’re also equipped to teach students from non-Malay households and those looking to learn Malay as a third language. They pride themselves in being mini in size but major in ideas, making language learning come alive through a myriad of interactive, innovative and engaging teaching techniques (including songs, role-playing and drama!). Mini Uni is a subsidiary of Mini Monsters Limited, an education company dedicated to developing original Singapore-made educational materials, courses and syllabi that are relevant to today’s generation. Armed with a team of qualified teachers with skills and experiences from being in the current theatre and tv industry, Mini Uni hopes to empower students to achieve their full potential whilst nurturing their love for the Malay language!
Mini Uni, 3 Pemimpin Drive #03-04 (Unit A), Lip Hing Industrial Building, Singapore 576147, Tel: (+65) 6258 0346, www.minimonsters.com.sg/mini-monsters/miniuni
Other Language Schools for Mandarin Lessons in Singapore
Berries
Berries is a popular Mandarin language centre catering to children in nursery through primary school. It’s got a MOE-approved syllabus and believes in learning through social interaction, instilment of values and curriculum understanding.
Berries, multiple locations, www.berriesworld.com
Bibinogs
Catering to young children in particular – with parent-accompanied classes starting from just 6 months – the Bibinogs curriculum is inspired by Multiple Intelligences Theory. Each class incorporates various “intelligences”, including movement, music, linguistics, math and more. Both enrichment and a full preschool option are available.
Bibinogs, multiple locations, bibinogs.com
EduGrove
Mandarin language school EduGrove aims to provide a fun alternative to more traditional classes emphasising rote memorisation; its playgroups and classes are interactive and creative, with an eye toward building confidence in both oral and written skills.
EduGrove, multiple locations, www.edugrove.com.sg
Hua Language Centre
One of the pioneer language schools in Singapore established in 1992, and registered with the MOE, Hua Language Centre teaches little ones from 18 months up to 16 years old. It’s a fave among parents who have gone for Mandarin classes at Hua themselves and then sent their own kiddos because of the interesting and effective curriculum. They have a no-franchise policy with a stellar track record of more than 90% of their Primary 6 students achieving A / A* in their PSLE Chinese exam for more than 20 consecutive years.
Hua Language Centre, multiple locations, www.hua.com.sg
Yang Language School
Yang Language School follows Bloom’s Taxonomy method of learning, which includes a six-step process: Acquire, Understand, Apply, Analyse, Evaluate and Create. This comprehensive framework aims to help the students navigate the art of learning Chinese successfully. Click here to read more about this language school in SG!
Yang Language School, 200 Turf Club Road, The Grandstand, #04-05, Singapore 287994, Tel: (+65) 6463 0060, www.yanglanguage.com.sg
YouLe Mandarin Centre
Specialising in kiddos as young as 6 months up to 6 years, YouLe’s action-packed classes incorporate innovative pedagogical practices to bring Mandarin alive and build confidence in expression. Under the watchful eye of their passionate teachers (many of them are preschool and early education experts) kiddos develop true mastery of the language while also nurturing a love for learning. Other pluses at this Mandarin language school include small class sizes to ensure plenty of personal attention.
YouLe Mandarin Centre, multiple locations, www.youle.com.sg
Other Language Schools for Spanish Lessons in Singapore
Spanish Studio
Spanish Studio is a Spanish language school situated on Singapore’s east coast. They provide Spanish lessons for adults and children, and you can choose to study with them in one of their popular group classes or in private tuition.
Spanish Studio, 81 East Coast Rd #02-01, Singapore 428785, Tel: (+65) 9499 9527, www.spanishstudio.sg
Spanish World Singapore (formerly Las Lilas)
Spanish World has earned the Instituto Cervantes Accreditation Quality Seal, the only internationally recognised seal in the World in terms of Spanish Language Teaching Excellency. This goes beyond the obvious and basic need of having professional teachers. Small sizes are the rule here, with Spanish language lessons that cater for kids in playgroup right up to teenagers. There are Spanish lessons for adults, too.
Spanish World Singapore, 180B Bencoolen Street #08-01/02/05, The Bencoolen (Office Tower), Singapore 189648, Tel: (+65) 6333 3484, www.spanishworldgroup.com/sg
Other French Language Schools in Singapore
French Studio
Offering classes for both adults and kiddos from the age of 3, The French Studio employs only native French speakers and offers both small group classes and personalised one-to-one instruction. French Studio also offers Mother Tongue classes for children from French-speaking countries and is MOE-certified for students looking to opt out of other Mother Tongue options at local primary and secondary schools.
The French Studio, www.frenchstudio.sg
French Toast
French Toast specialises in teaching French with 100% native French teachers. The centre is registered with MOE, providing small classes with technology such as interactive whiteboards for a fun yet professional setting.
French Toast, www.frenchtoast.sg
Other English Language Schools in Singapore
British Council
Young or old, it’s never too late to improve your English! Starting from age 3, British Council‘s English language classes aim to boost both literacy and social skills. They also run year-round study camps.
British Council, multiple locations, Tel: (+65) 6807 1599, www.britishcouncil.sg
Golden Compass School
Give your child the skills, concepts, techniques and knowledge on how to ace the English language! Golden Compass School helps students prepare academically and emotionally to face challenges ahead. The highly qualified academic board and teachers at this language school in Singapore were formally principals of Mee Toh School, St. Nicholas Girls School, Dunman Secondary School, Woodgrove Primary School, and more, so you know your kiddos will be in good hands.
Golden Compass School, 20A Temple Street, Singapore 058565, Tel: (+65) 6220 6228, www.goldencompass.edu.sg
Jan & Elly
Does your little one need some extra help fine-tuning their English skills (either written or spoken word)? Jan & Elly has more than 20 years of experience making reading fun and easy, with an age-appropriate curriculum developed by English and psychology experts. Activities include singing and arts & crafts. All teachers at this language school are English-speaking degree holders, and the class size is kept to a 1:10 ratio.
Jan & Elly, www.jan-elly.edu.sg
Japanese Language Schools in Singapore
Bunka Language School
The curriculum at Bunka Language School is more suitable for kids aged 13 and above. Textbooks are included with the course fee and classes are conducted in person or online, depending on your preference.
Bunka Language School, 402 Orchard Road, #05-15/16 Delfi Orchard, Singapore 238876, Tel: (+65) 6737 3601, www.bunkalang.com
Hougang Japanese Language School
Established by Mr Kenji Kitahara in 1983 (and now managed by his son), Hougang Japanese Language School has some of the friendliest prices around. In addition to Japanese language classes for children, this school also provides fun workshops, online language lessons and even private tutoring.
Hougang Japanese Language School, multiple locations, www.hougangjapanese.com
Japanese Explorer
Japanese Explorer is a Japanese language school in Singapore that offers quality, affordable, and top-class Japanese language courses which cater to every age, level, or learning preference.
Japanese Explorer, 137 Cecil Street #07-04, Cecil Building, Singapore 069537, Tel: (+65) 6528 7918, www.japaneseexplorer.com.sg
Tamil Language Schools in Singapore
Jai Learning Hub
Jai Learning Hub offers quality Tamil tuition making learning an easy and enjoyable experience. Jai Learning Hub was founded by Mdm Devi, a well-known Tamil tutor with 10 years of private tutoring experience. She is a double degree graduate (Tamil and English) and has produced many A* and A1 students for PSLE and ‘O’ levels respectively every year.
Jai Learning Hub, multiple locations, www.jailearninghub.com
Tamilcube Learning Centre
Tamilcube Learning Centre is a premium MOE Registered Tamil language school. They publish and distribute Tamil books, guides, storybooks and resources on top of being Singapore’s top Tamil E-Learning Platform. They specialise in teaching the Tamil language to all levels including preschool, primary, secondary and even adults.
Tamilcube Learning Centre, 48 Serangoon Road, #01-04, Little India Arcade, Singapore 217959, Tel: (+65) 6618 6567, www.tuition.tamilcube.com
Multi-Language Schools in Singapore
Boutique Education
With bespoke and engaging one-to-one classes, Boutique Education specialises in both Mandarin and English tuition (they can help with Maths and Science, too!). The preferred tuition provider of many of the international schools in Singapore, their lesson times and locations are completely flexible, and teachers are all native speakers who can create fun and interactive lessons for kiddos aged 3 to 18.
Boutique Education, 9 Mohamed Sultan Road, #02-01, Singapore 238959, Tel: (+65) 9021 2488, www.boutiqueeducation.asia
Inlingua
Catering to students from age 6 to 13, Inlingua‘s language lessons are taught by expert teachers who prioritise creating environments in which your child feels safe enough to push their language boundaries. This language school in Singapore currently offers 22 language courses for interested learners. These include, but aren’t limited to, Japanese, German, Hindi, Chinese, Italian, Russian, Arabic, Spanish and English lessons.
Inlingua, 51 Cuppage Road #10-12, Singapore 229469, Tel: (+65) 6737 6666, www.inlingua.edu.sg/our-courses/young-learners/
Janus Academy
Currently offering English, French, Japanese and Mandarin lessons, Janus Academy‘s language courses are suitable for little ones aged 5 and above. All their courses are perfect for beginners with no experience in a second language, and all classes have a fixed curriculum.
Janus Academy, 86 Marine Parade Central, #03-213, Singapore 440086, www.janus.edu.sg
School of Language International
In addition to English and Mandarin lessons for children, School of Language International also offers conversational French and other exam prep courses. The teachers at this language school in Singapore hail from various countries, and their teaching methods places equal importance on all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
School of Language International, 10 Anson Road, #20-07, International Plaza, Singapore 079903, Tel: (+65) 6225 5988, www.language-int.com
VivaLing
VivaLing is the world’s first online language school, giving children as young as age 3 personalised, 1-on-1 attention from native speakers with strong teaching backgrounds, all from the comfort of their own home! VivaLing currently offers virtual language lessons in English, Spanish, German, Mandarin and French.
VivaLing, www.vivaling.com
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