YCT Standard Course
Mandarin for young learners — fun, structured, and exam-ready. Following the official YCT Standard Course curriculum, level by level, until your child can pass the Youth Chinese Test (YCT) with confidence.
Credible. Effective. Accessible.
The three things every BFL course is built to be — and how the YCT Standard Course delivers on each.
Credible
Built on the official YCT Standard Course curriculum used worldwide and aligned to the real Youth Chinese Test — an internationally recognised standard made for young learners.
Effective
A clear, age-appropriate, level-by-level method builds vocabulary, characters, and confidence step by step — the proven path to YCT success.
Accessible
One flat semester fee, small class sizes, and a free trial class before you commit. No per-lesson billing and no surprises.
Mandarin for young learners, the proven way
The YCT Standard Course is BFL School’s official Youth Chinese Test course in Phnom Penh, following the internationally used “YCT Standard Course” series — the curriculum behind the official YCT exam for school-age learners.
A short, friendly placement chat finds the right starting level. From there, an engaging, structured schedule builds vocabulary, characters, listening, and reading — step by step toward YCT certification.
Your child’s climb to fluency
The YCT Standard Course moves your child up the YCT ladder, one level at a time, from their first characters toward confident communication.
Every skill the YCT builds
The YCT Standard Course develops the skills the exam measures — and the real Chinese your child will use beyond it.
Listening 听力
Understand spoken Mandarin and master the YCT listening section.
Speaking 口语
Speak with clear tones and pronunciation for real conversations.
Reading 阅读
Recognise characters and read simple texts with growing confidence.
Writing 书写
Write Chinese characters correctly, step by step.
Made for young learners
Primary school children
A fun, confident first step into Mandarin, building characters and vocabulary the YCT way.
Teenagers & secondary students
Structured progress and a recognised YCT certificate to show for their effort.
Future HSK learners
A strong young-learner foundation that flows naturally into the HSK track as they grow.
One flat fee per semester
The YCT Standard Course is charged as a single, flat semester fee — no per-lesson billing and nothing hidden. Start any time with a friendly placement chat, and try a class for free before you decide.
Tuition can be paid securely through the payment methods you already use in Cambodia.
- Full semester of classes (Mon–Fri)
- Official “YCT Standard Course” textbook
- Friendly placement chat to start at the right level
- Regular progress updates for parents
- Completion certificate + YCT exam guidance
Taught by people who love teaching kids
Experienced local and native Mandarin instructors who specialise in teaching young learners.
Lead Chinese Instructor
Guides each child’s day-to-day learning and progress through the YCT levels.
Native Mandarin Teacher
Builds correct tones, natural pronunciation, and confident listening.
Young Learners Teacher
Keeps lessons fun, clear, and encouraging so young students stay motivated.
What parents say
My son started YCT 1 with no Chinese at all. He loves the classes and just passed YCT 2 — we’re so proud of him.
The teachers know exactly how to keep children engaged. My daughter is reading and writing characters now, and she’s excited about it.
Frequently asked questions
No. Your child can start at YCT 1 with no prior Chinese. A short, friendly placement chat makes sure they join the level that’s right for them.
The Youth Chinese Test (YCT) is an internationally recognised Chinese exam designed for school-age learners, with four levels from YCT 1 to YCT 4. It is the young-learner counterpart to the HSK.
The official “YCT Standard Course” series — the internationally used curriculum built around the YCT exam, level by level from YCT 1 to YCT 4.
It is designed for children and teenagers — primary and secondary school students. Classes are grouped by level, and by age where helpful, so every child learns at the right pace.
Yes. The curriculum mirrors the YCT, and your child’s teacher coaches the vocabulary, characters, and exam skills each level requires.
Yes. You can book one free trial class so your child can experience the teaching style and meet their teacher before you commit to a semester.
One level runs about one semester (4–5 months), with classes Monday to Friday for around 1.5 hours per day. Contact us for the current timetable.
Tuition is a single flat fee per semester. You can pay by ABA Bank transfer, ABA PayWay, or KHQR — whatever is easiest for you.
Ready to start your child’s Chinese journey?
Book a free trial class and find their YCT starting level — no experience needed, no commitment.