Mother Tongue Languages

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Through rich and immersive learning experiences, we aim to build strong language skills while nurturing a lifelong appreciation for Mother Tongue languages and cultures from Primary 1.

Our Mother Tongue Language programme is designed to support every student's language learning journey. It reflects the department's commitment to providing authentic and enriching learning experiences that develop confident and proficient users of Mother Tongue Languages.

An important feature of the programme is the early identification of lower primary students who demonstrate aptitude and passion for learning Mother Tongue Languages. Through additional enrichment and differentiated learning opportunities, these students can further develop their potential and may be recommended to offer Higher Mother Tongue Language.

Throughout the six years, students experience a carefully planned progression of learning within and beyond the classroom. These experiences enable them to:

• Expand their vocabulary and language repertoire.

• Develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

• Apply the language confidently in authentic contexts.

• Develop an appreciation for their Mother Tongue language and its rich culture.

Our Three-Tier Learning Journey

Tier 1 – Experience

Every Woodgrovian participates in engaging classroom lessons and cultural learning experiences that bring Mother Tongue languages to life. Through authentic tasks and hands-on activities, Woodgrovians discover the joy and relevance of using Mother Tongue languages in everyday situations.

EdTech Sparks Joy in the Learning of Mother Tongue Languages

Lower Primary Woodgrovians try their hand at Chinese Calligraphy

Woodgrovians Enjoying Mother Tongue Fortnight Activities

Tier 2 – Expose

Woodgrovians can deepen their learning through a variety of enrichment programmes offered from Primary 1 to Primary 6. These include public speaking, storytelling and speech and drama, providing opportunities to build confidence and communication skills.

Woodgrovians Bringing Stories to Life through Drama

Building Confident Communicators through Public Speaking Enrichment

Tier 3 – Excel

Woodgrovians with strong interests and aptitude are given opportunities to further develop their talents through school-based and national competitions. With structured coaching and targeted training, they are challenged to achieve their best while growing in confidence, resilience and passion for their Mother Tongue Languages.

Celebrating Our Award Recipients

Nurturing Woodgrovians to Be Confident Bilingual Communicators

Through this three-tier approach, every Woodgrovian is supported to Experience, Expose and Excel in Mother Tongue Language learning. Our goal is to nurture confident communicators, culturally rooted individuals and lifelong learners who value and enjoy the Mother Tongue Languages.