View all courses at this school »

Conversational Chinese

Mandarin House Shanghai
Q&A
Price
school-reference
detail

Course description

A great choice to learn the communication essentials of Chinese pinyin, listening and speaking skills.

4 interactive group classes every morning focusing on practical Chinese conversational skills and giving you the rest of the day to practice what you learnt in your own time.

Surrounded in an international environment, you will be placed at your level in a group class with average 6 students. You will benefit from group class interaction, while getting personalized attention from the teacher. You will not learn quicker or better anywhere else!

Course topics

Focusing on practical Chinese language skills of speaking, listening and reading phonetics with emphasis on conversation.

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (except for beginners)
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Lesson
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Shanghai.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 27 years old
(22 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
Read more...
school

School description

Mandarin House received an honour on 5 September at the 2009 Language Travel Magazine LTM Star Awards in London. "We are very proud to have won the star award for the Other Language Provider category. We are going to continue to work hard and provide professional service to our students from all over the world. Mandarin House welcomes you to China. We only focus on teaching Chinese as a foreign language in China – you learning Chinese and getting to know Chinese culture at the same time in everyday and business life. Our greatest strength is focusing on the basics – teaching the Chinese language! All of our energy and attention we devote to you and your desire for learning our language and to get to know our country and culture.

Year opened
2004
Number of classrooms
20

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Cultural Trips
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native Chinese Mandarin speakers
All
Teachers with Chinese Mandarin teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Mandarin House Shanghai varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 27. In the summer, the average age is 22.

Mandarin House teaches students from all over the world, including:

USA
18%
Germany
15%
France
9%
Switzerland
8%
UK
8%
Australia
5%
Spain
5%
Sweden
5%
Italy
3%
Russia
3%
Singapore
3%
Other
18%

School holidays

Mandarin House does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Shanghai is a dynamic urban metropolis full of energy and glamour, it has so much excitement to offer you won’t feel bored for a minute: be dazzled by the high-rises, take
a stroll along the streets of the former French Concession or delve into its vibrant nightlife. The mix of oriental and western culture brings the best of both worlds together. With all its traditional flavours but also cosmopolitan conveniences, it’s
the best gateway to China. Lujiazui – Home of the Skyscrapers

Peoples Square... Shanghai ...Mandarin House School
- located in the heart of the city, right off Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
- There are many restaurants, shops and cafes within walking distance.
- The three subway lines near the school provide easy access.
- The school has 22 comfortable classrooms, a student lounge area and an internet cafe .

Read more...
photos

Photos

  • Mandarin House Shanghai 1/18
  • Mandarin House Shanghai 2/18
  • Mandarin House Shanghai 3/18
  • Mandarin House Shanghai 4/18
  • Entrance to Mandarin House Shanghai 5/18
  • Building of Mandarin House Shanghai 6/18
  • Reception of Mandarin House Shanghai 7/18
  • Classroom at Mandarin House Shanghai 8/18
  • Students of Mandarin House Shanghai 9/18
  • Classes at Mandarin House Shanghai 10/18
  • 1-on-1 classes at Mandarin House Shanghai 11/18
  • City of Shanghai 12/18
  • Homestay housing offered by Mandarin House Shanghai 13/18
  • Student residence offered by Mandarin House Shanghai 14/18
  • Activities offered at Mandarin House Shanghai 15/18
  • Corridor inside Mandarin House Shanghai 16/18
  • Library at Mandarin House Shanghai 17/18
  • Common room at Mandarin House Shanghai 18/18
reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 1 review
5 stars
1
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing

"Mandarin House Shanghai China"

Matt Go, student from USA

My teacher Jessica was excellent; she had sophisticated Chinese and English language skills and was able to compare and contrast the two languages e.g. grammar, idiomatic expressions, and more. A treat to work with someone so talented.

Read more...

My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
29 Aug 2011 - 9 Sep 2011
Age group
65+
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Mandarin House offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

$305
weekly
Age range: 14 - 55 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and air conditioning
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$305
Single room with bed, desk, chair, wardrobe; Internet access included; bed linen, towels,blanket; access to equipped shared kitchen; shared bathroom; washing machine, refrigerator; TV, air-conditioner with heating;water, gas and electricity included; cleaning service once a week; apartments of 2 to 8 bedrooms shared by Mandarin House international students; travel time is from 5 to 30 minutes on foot or public transportation.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 86 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

The closest airport to the school is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Shanghai based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

Read more...
questions

Questions and answers

Have questions? Get answers from Mandarin House Shanghai staff, Language International student advisors, and past students.

Ask a question
Show prices