Welcome to MK Singing School
1. Q: What is MK Singing School’s address?
A: 155 East Beaver Creek Road, Unit 31, Richmond Hill (Leslie/Hwy 7)
2. Q: How can I learn more about MKSS?
A: Website: www.mksingingschool.com
XiaoHongShu: MK SINGING SCHOOL
WeChat Video Channels: MK-Singing-Kids
WeChat Official Account: MK-Singing-School
3. Q: How do I register the class?
A: Please contact our school admin via methods below for details.
- WeChat account: MK-Singing-School,
- WhatsApp @647-281-8325
- Email: MKSingingSchool@gmail.com
- Phone: 647-281-8325 (text only)
4. Q: How are the school terms divided? Is there a school calendar?
A: MKSS runs on a trimester system with three terms per year:
Fall Term: September to November (12 classes)
Winter Term: January to the early April (12 classes)
Spring Term: Early April to the late June (12 classes)
The school calendar is posted on MKSS website.
5. Q: How often are the classes run? What’s the duration and class size?
A: Classes are once a week, each lasting for 60 minutes.
Each class has 4 to 8 students, with two teachers (a lead teacher and one assist teacher).
6. Q: Are there different classes in MKSS?
A: At MKSS, singing classes are organized to have students with similar age and experience level.
Our school admin will suggest the appropriate class for new students.
Ages 4-6 / 6-8 / 9-11 / 12-17 / 18+
Programs:
Little Star Program -Beginner (Foundation)
Rising Star Program -Intermediate (Pre-Competition Level)
Golden Star Program -Advanced (Competition & Award level)
RCM Voice Exam Program
Can students freely choose their Level class?
Answer: No （For detailed explanations, please scroll down and refer to FAQ Items 15–17.）
7.Q: How do the school decide which class the student should join?
A: Our teachers conduct a brief Q&A with new students to better understand their background and abilities. Based on this assessment, we will recommend the most suitable class placement.
8. Q: Is competition required to make progress?
A: Not at all. MKSS offers two learning direction:
Recreational -for enjoyment and personal development
Competitive -for students preparing for competitions
*Students and parents are free to choose. Teachers set different learning goals depending on the track.
9. Q: Are there student concerts? Do they cost extra?
A: Yes, at the end of each term (3 concerts per year).
Students performing in concerts: Free
Parents & audience: Ticket purchase required (price depends on venue rental fees).
In addition to our own concerts, MKSS also offers various community performance opportunities some free, some with registration fees.
10. Q: What are the tuition fees?
A: Please contact our Academic Affairs teacher via WeChat for details, as fees vary depending on the program.
11. Q: What is the absence/makeup policy?
A: Upon registration, families receive the official School Policy document with detailed explanations.
12. Q: What language do teachers use in class? What languages are the songs in?
A: Classes are taught primarily in English, but teachers may switch between English, Mandarin, and Cantonese as needed.
Repertoire breakdown (annual curriculum):
~90% English songs
~10% multilingual songs (Mandarin, French, Cantonese, Italian, Spanish, etc.Varies by level)
13. Q: Can my child try a class before enrolling?
A: Yes, trial classes are available (paid).
Trial class process:
a. Contact our Academic Affairs teacher with your child’s birth date and gender.
b. We will suggest a suitable class and schedule.
c. Transfer the trial class fee.
d. Once payment is received, we will confirm the arrangement.
f. After the trial, the spot will be held for 24 hours. If you decide to enroll, pay the balance of tuition for the remaining classes of the term. If not, the spot will be released.
14. Q: Are there homework assignments or textbooks? Are materials included in tuition?
A: Yes, students have weekly assignments.
There are textbooks, but tuition does not include textbooks. The main textbook must be purchased online through designated links. MKSS also provides supplemental learning materials.
15. Can students freely choose their Level class?
Answer: No
All Level placements at MKSS are determined by the head instructor, Miss Ke Mao.
Students at different Levels vary greatly in their years of vocal study, technical ability, repertoire
accumulation, and stage experience.
The MKSS Level system is based on Miss Mao’s professional evaluation of each student’s musicianship, vocal
technique, learning attitude, and artistic growth.
This ensures that every student studies at the most suitable stage for their development and continues to
make steady and meaningful progress.
16. Do students move up to a higher Level or change classes every semester?
Answer: Not necessarily.
The MKSS Level structure is different from the regular school “grade system.”
We focus on long-term skill development rather than automatic semester promotion.
A Level advancement occurs only when a student reaches the required standards of technical ability, musical
understanding, and artistic expression.
The Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels each have distinct expectations in repertoire, vocal training,
and stage performance.
At the end of each semester, MKSS offers one-on-one Parent–Teacher（Ms.Mao) Conferences, providing parents with an opportunity to meet with the head instructor, discuss their child's progress, and gain a deeper understanding of their learning and development.
However, if a student does not maintain sufficient practice outside of class or show consistent improvement,
they may remain in the Beginner Level until they meet the standards required for the MKSS Intermediate
Level.
17. How are MKSS Levels and class designations structured?
MKSS currently offers three main stages of study: Beginner Level, Intermediate Level, and Advanced Level,
corresponding to the Little Star, Rising Star, and Golden Star programs.
Unlike regular schools where students move up by grade each year, the MKSS system follows the philosophy
of “Same people, growing ability, evolving Level.”
This means that the same group of students can remain together as a team while their collective skill level
and musical depth increase, leading to higher Levels of study within the same class group.
For example:
The students in Class 01R+ originally began as 01L (Little Star, Beginner Level).
Through consistent effort, a positive learning atmosphere, and strong team spirit, the class advanced to 01L+
(Beginner Plus), then to 01R (Rising Star, Intermediate Level), and is now 01G.
Over the past few years, their overall vocal ability has improved significantly, and many students have
received awards in major vocal competitions across Toronto and Ontario.
This outstanding group continues to grow together, working toward the MKSS Golden Star Advanced Level.
Another example is the MKSS Advanced Level classes, whose students have typically studied at MKSS for
three to four years or more, developing a strong repertoire foundation, mature vocal control, and confident
stage presence before reaching this stage.
(More FAQs to be added......)