Mandarin House Shanghai

Language School Mandarin House

Mandarin House in Shanghai is a wonderful opportunity to discover this dynamic urban metropolis which is full of energy and glamour. The school is located centrally off the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, within walking distance to bars, restaurants and public transport (subway).

The language school provides high quality courses with professional staff who offer personalised attention to students.

Founded in
2003
School Size
Medium
Internet
Free internet Access and Wi-Fi
Location
Heart of the city

Activities Show
TypeDescriptionPrice Range
Afternoon & EveningVisit Yuyuan Garden, tea ceremony, Martial Arts Workshop and Acrobatic ShowFree -30 RMB
WeekendExcursion to Water Village, Visit Jade Buddha Temple and excursion de Suzhou 30-300 RMB

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Testimonials Show
The program has been much more than I expected!
Karin (Sweden)

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Accreditation Show
IALC, ALTO, WYSE.

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Official Holidays Show
Jan/01; Feb/11; Apr/04; May/01; Jun/12; Sep/19; Sep/30

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Facilities Show
22 Classrooms, DVD/TV Lounge Area, Free Internet Access, Coffee Corner, Air Conditioning

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Quality Score Show
Teaching 4.8
Service 4.3
Facilities 3.5
Activities 3.4
Value for Money 3.3
Accommodation 3.6

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Nationality Balance Show

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Standard Course (Conversational Chinese)

Standard Course (Conversational Chinese)The ´Star´ course offers daily classes with a trained, experienced Chinese teacher. Particular attention is paid to practical learning skills of speaking, listening and reading phonetics. Each day consists of 4 classes. The first two will focus on a general review of language and vocabulary. The second two classes deal with Chinese grammar and then a general conversation with the class. Topics include Chinese history and cultural issues.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 2-12 weeks
Students per Class Average:5 Maximum: 10
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/24; Jul/08; Jul/22; Aug/05; Aug/19; Sep/16; Oct/21; Nov/18; Dec/16
Other levels: Any Monday

Intensive Chinese (Comprehensive Chinese)

Intensive Chinese (Comprehensive Chinese)The course concentrates on teaching the four fundamental points of language learning; listening, speaking, reading and writing. All teachers are highly experienced and extremely well prepared to give students an interesting and high standard of teaching. Our students are often amazed at how much they learn in a short period of time.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 30
Course Duration 2-12 weeks
Students per Class Average: 5 Maximum: 10
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/24; Jul/08; Jul/22; Aug/05; Aug/19; Sep/16; Oct/21; Nov/18; Dec/16
Other levels: Any Monday

Group + Private Course

Group + Private CourseYou can choose between the Standard or Intensive course with additional private lessons. The one-to-one intense Chinese lessons focus on areas of personal interest such as Business Chinese for professionals, or Chinese history and culture for those with a more general interest. Group classes always contain students from all over the world which maintains a stimulating and positive environment in which to learn.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20+5;30+5
Course Duration 2-12 weeks
Students per Class Average: 5 Max: 10
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/24; Jul/08; Jul/22; Aug/05; Aug/19; Sep/16; Oct/21; Nov/18; Dec/16
Other levels: Any Monday

Executive Private Tutoring

Executive Private TutoringYou will first of all discuss your main objectives with a private tutor. From this discussion we will be able to identity the areas you need to improve on or learn. All our tutors have a great deal of experience in finding the best method to help you with your Chinese and all are native speakers. We specialise in Business Chinese, building vocabulary and training in pronunciation. The course is flexible so that you can arrange the classes around your own free time.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20;25;30
Course Duration 1-8 weeks
Students per Class 1
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/03; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/05; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Oct/05; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/28; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Dec/23; Dec/30; Jan/06; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19
Other levels: Any Monday

Long Duration Course

Long Duration CourseThe course offers 30 lessons per week, 4 in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. Morning classes focus on the practical side of Chinese; listening and speaking. In the afternoon you will learn Chinese characters and learn how to read and write whilst strengthening your conversational skills. This course is ideal preparation for students who want to go on to a Chinese university and are held from between 3 to 12 months.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Elementary 1 (A1)
Lessons per Week 30
Course Duration 24;36;48 weeks
Students per Class Average:5 Maximum: 10
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/24; Jul/08; Jul/22; Aug/05; Aug/19; Sep/16; Oct/21; Nov/18; Dec/16
Other levels: May/27; Jun/24; Jul/08; Jul/22; Aug/05; Aug/19; Sep/16; Oct/21; Nov/18; Dec/16

Family Programme

Family ProgrammeThe family will be divided during class time. Children will join the junior language and activity programme while adults will take part in the adult course. Junior pupils receive 20 classes per week as well as one recreational activity per day and on Saturdays there are excursions around the city. The adult course offers 30 classes per week and includes the Saturday excursion. The family will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 2-4 weeks
Students per Class Max: 12
Course Start Beginners: Jun/24; Jul/22
Other levels: Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/05; Aug/12

Shared Apartments

Shared Apartments In a shared apartment you live with other international students and have the chance to make new friends with students from all over the world. You have your own bedroom in a simple but adequately furnished apartment located close to the school.
Availability All year
Location/
Travel time
10-20 minutes to school by public transport
Rooms Single room
Bath Shared Bathroom
Meal Options no board
Kitchen Yes (shared)
Notes Age: 16+
Cleaning: Yes, once a week
Laundry: washing machine provided
Towels: bed linen, towels and blanket provided
Internet: Yes, free internet access in each room

Private Studio Apartment

Private Studio Apartment A private apartment is the ideal option for students who appreciate having their independence and personal space in a clean, quiet and comfortable environment. The apartments are also located close to the school and commercial areas.
Availability All year
Location/
Travel time
10-20 minutes to school by public transport
Rooms Single room
Bath Private Bathroom
Meal Options no board
Kitchen Yes
Notes Age: 16+
Cleaning: Yes, once a week
Laundry: washer and dryer provided
Towels: bed linen, towels and blanket provided
Internet: Yes, free internet access

Homestay

Homestay Living with a Chinese family whilst you study at Mandarin House will have a great impact on your development and dramatically improve your conversational skills. You can also gain a first hand account of Chinese daily life and make good, long lasting friendships.
Availability All year
Location/
Travel time
30-45 minutes to school by public transport
Rooms Single room
Bath Shared Bathroom
Meal Options Half board
Kitchen No
Notes Age: 16+
Cleaning: Yes, once a week
Laundry: washing machine provided
Towels: bed linen, towels and blanket provided
Internet: Yes
City Info

Shanghai is the economic centre of China, more westernised than Beijing, it is the link between east and west with its large influence from Europe. It is known as the Paris of the east and is known for its exciting nightlife.

As a popular destination this is the ideal location to learn Chinese with its pleasant climate and warm amiable people.

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