Pre-school to Year 12
熊猫学堂 / Chinese, Calligraphy, Chinese Culture
Keep more opportunities open to your child in the future.
Panda Learning Centre provides small-group Chinese education in Applecross, Perth for children and adolescents from age 5, including complete beginners.
- Established
- 2017
- Learners
- Ages 5+
- 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
Programs
Chinese, calligraphy, and culture for growing learners.
The curriculum supports Pre-school to Year 12 learners, with careful foundations for beginners and progressive development across listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Pinyin to confidence
Beginner Pathway
Complete beginners are welcome from age 5, with foundations built through pinyin, character recognition, speaking practice, and steady homework support.Traditions through experience
Chinese Culture
Students explore festivals, customs, stories, songs, and classical poetry so language learning is connected to cultural understanding.Children and adults
Calligraphy
Traditional calligraphy classes develop patience, artistic expression, and appreciation for Chinese characters and brush technique.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
Culture & Competitions
Language learning connected with tradition and expression.
Students build confidence through public speaking, storytelling, festival activities, and performance opportunities.
- Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Dragon Boat Festival activities
- Speech, recitation, and storytelling competition opportunities
- Internal performances so every student can practise confidence and expression
- Songs, classical poetry, idiom stories, and character activities for younger learners
Calligraphy Program
Traditional brush art for children and adults.
Calligraphy classes promote Chinese culture through disciplined practice and artistic expression. Student works have been selected for exhibition, reflecting the quality of development achieved through the program.
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Moments from learning, culture, and community.
Competition HighlightWinning Competition RecognitionFestival Culture
Community Celebration
Calligraphy ExhibitionStudent Calligraphy
Brush Practice
School Information
Learning Moment
School Event
Student Activity
Classroom Practice
Cultural Participation
Growing Confidence
School Life
Student Participation
Shared Achievement
Cultural Learning
Learning Together
Student Expression
Festival Learning
Community MomentCompetition Highlight / 3 images
Winning Competition Recognition
A featured recognition moment from the CCCA Cup Western Australia Chinese Recital Contests.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.
- Phone
- Dawn 0421454118
- Address
- St Stephens Applecross Uniting Church
Applecross, Perth
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