TCANC Tamil School offers a variety of classes based on your child's ability and knowledge. Each class helps build specific skills in Tamil and prepares the child for the next grade.
The school follows California Tamil Academy's syllabus. Each student is provided with textbooks, exercise books, and other supplemental material as part of the student package (included with your registration). In addition, the teachers utilize other study resources such as flash cards, games, posters, Quizlet, and more. Homework, Projects and Monthly tests reinforce students' learning. Spoken Tamil is a compulsory part of homework and tests. Read on the right for the goals for each grade, as set forth in California Tamil Academy's published skill sets. |
Kindergarten (kg)
Become fluent in vowels, consonants, and short/long vowels
grade 1
Become fluent in letters, simple words and phrases, spell words, pronunciation, and basic vocabulary
advanced kg
Get introduced to basic Tamil. Become fluent in letters, simple 1-4 lettered words, simple phrases, spelling words, pronunciation, and basic vocabulary.
grade 2
Become fluent in letter classifications and simple sentences with rhymes, conversations, and small projects.
Grade 3
Build mastery in words with phonics and pronunciation.
Grade 4
Build mastery in reading, writing and spoken Tamil.
Grade 5
Become fluent in reading, writing, pronunciation, and conversational skills.
Grade 6
Become fluent in reading, writing, pronunciation, and conversational skills.
Avant exam prep
Master reading, writing and speaking Tamil at intermediate level
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