Location
  • Online
Language
Chinese

Program Details

Language Level
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Immersion Level
Intensive Standard
Specialized Courses
Business
Class Size
Private Lessons Small Class (1-7)

Pricing

What's Included
Classes
Nov 04, 2022
May 17, 2024
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About Program

Study Mandarin Chinese online and enjoy private online classes with our professional native Chinese teachers anytime, anywhere.

We use our in-house digital platform NihaoCafe to help you connect with your teacher, review class notes, and schedule classes.

The platform features a rich library of tailor-made content: videos, articles, comic stories and exercises. Thanks to our digital whiteboards, your teacher will take all the notes for you — so you can focus on the class and conversation instead. You will have access to these notes and your class

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Program Highlights

  • HIGHLY EXPERIENCED TEACHERS - 
All our teachers are highly qualified professionals, university graduates majoring in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language. They are native Chinese speakers and speak Standard Mandarin dialect (标准普通话, biāozhǔn pǔtōnghuà)
  • DIGITAL CLASS NOTES
 - Our in-house learning platform will help you reach your learning goals at your own pace. Class content and teacher’s notes automatically get recorded into the system, so it’s easy to review your classes.
  • LIVE INTERACTION
 - Classes are conducted live online and are taught using the same methods we use at our schools. Our course arrangement system can manage your classes – wherever you are, you and your teachers can stay informed about the class schedule.
  • FULL SUPPORT - 
If you have questions about your courses, you can always reach out to our course consultants. Besides, our professional IT team is online 24 hours a day, ready to solve any unexpected issues.

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Program Reviews

4.90 Rating
based on 98 reviews
  • 5 rating 89.8%
  • 4 rating 10.2%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Instruction 4.5
  • Support 4.5
  • Fun 4.5
  • Housing 4
  • Value 4.5
  • Content 4.9
  • Engagement 4.9
  • Support 4.95
  • Platform 4.75
  • Value 4.85
Showing 1 - 8 of 98 reviews
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Laura
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Absolutely excellent classes

Over the past decade I have been to many language schools and experience many different teachers. That's Mandarin is really the best and I have been impressed during my 4 weeks here. Here's three reasons why:
1) Methodology: Unlike other schools, TM has a fantastic online platform and modern curriculum which focuses on teaching words through relevant stories and conversations. That is 100% more effective than the traditional "learning words and grammar by heart from an textbook" method. I have never progressed as quickly,
2) Teaching quality: Teachers really take the time to understand your weaknesses and tailor classes to that. Also the school ensures you get different teachers, this way you can experience a variety of teaching methods which are complementary for maximum effectiveness. I really benefited from this. I have had especially good experiences with 卢Laoshi and 崔 Laoshi.
3) Logistics and Organisation: Each student has a dedicated course coordinator who ensures all logistical questions are solved. You also receive regular reports on your progress, with feedback from your teachers.

What would you improve about this program?
Perhaps just the housing options - it was great that they could organise housing but payment was difficult (it would be easier if we can pay the language school directly and not the landlord as a foreigner, as they have a foreign account and foreigners cannot easily transfer to local accounts) and also the type of apartment was more suitable for long-term living rather than a short term stay (1 month - no proper duvet, no towels, no kitchen equipment etc.)
Pros
  • Methodology and Teachers
  • Locations
  • Organisation
Cons
  • Housing Options
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Raphael
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Fun and educational

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at That's Mandarin! Having multiple teachers added lots of variety and ensured that I had a more comprehensive learning experience. Each teacher's different style added something new and led to a fun classroom dynamic. Both during and after class there was time to socialise with the teachers as well, which helped to create an excellent studying environment. Especially Wang laoshi struck a good balance between having fun in the classroom and entertaining the students' antics, but still keeping order and do a great job at teaching us the grammar for that class.

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Bora
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Highly recommend!

Highly recommend it to those who want to learn REAL Chinese for daily life :)

What I’m learning in the classroom actually helps how to speak in circumstances with local people such as ordering food at a cafe or restaurant.

Textbooks are well-made based on everyday challenges as a foreigner in China and the nihaocafe platform helps to preview and review including pinyin, audios, videos, etc.

Also, teacher Mrs.Yang teaches Chinese language as well as Chinese culture. She responds and explains to my questions with a warm-hearted and positive character.

Moreover, that’s mandarin hosts some cultural events, so it’d be good opportunities for people who want to submerge in Chinese culture and mingle with global classmates.

11 people found this review helpful.
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Joanna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Learning experience

As a result of Covid, my former Mandarin school sadly closed and I was left with the decision as to whether I continued my Mandarin study (I'd been learning for almost 3 years), or stop.. and am I glad I found a new school!
That's Mandarin helped me to seamlessly continue my studies with a curriculum that is engaging and relevant. My new teacher is fantastic (邱浩 10/10) - and ensures that each lesson is the perfect combination of challenge and humour,
Although i am sad that my original school closed, I also am grateful for having found That's Mandarin. A great learning journey!

10 people found this review helpful.
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Feby
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Good school

Now I have done offline class with That's Mandarin for 2 years. I think enviroment of this school is so good! I am satisfied with course with Wang laoshi . She can provide the way of learning Chinese , also tell me why Chinese characters designed , it's so logical! I love it ! Nice staff.They are cooperative and professional. Teachers are so patient and friendly. Different kinds of cultural activities will be organized by them , for example , Mahjong events . Now I am obsessed with Mahjong. Recommend!!

25 people found this review helpful.
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Laura
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Fantastic Teachers

I came to Beijing for a mandarin learning vacation and took 3 classes per day for two weeks in person at That’s Mandarin Beijing. Gabriella and the other teachers here are absolutely amazing. They’re so energetic and engaging and make class really fun. The curriculum was really well designed to be as practical and useful as possible while still meeting HSK learning objectives. If you get the textbook that goes with your class it has all the vocabulary and dialogues so you can review them later without having to spend class time writing everything down. I like that out time is focused more on listening and speaking.

Pros
  • Great, engaging teachers!
  • Convenient Location
  • Competitively priced
Cons
  • WiFi isn’t great
42 people found this review helpful.
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Clive
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

That’s Mandarin Language School

That’s Mandarin language school is situated in the popular Dongzhimen area of Beijing in China. This is very convenient for access to the main tourist attractions and central business districts of the capital city. The learning course that I chose (1to1) was specifically designed for my goals and the technology used to help me, such as Internet tools, video and audio resources are extremely useful. My teachers are very well trained and experienced to help me achieve my goals and the leaders, reception staff and others involved with the school are some of the friendliest I’ve known during my time in china. I’m already planning a return next year!

Pros
  • Professionalism
  • Expertise
  • Friendliness
Cons
  • Beijing is very hot in the summer
45 people found this review helpful.
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Nick
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

That's Mandarin Beijing

Studied for 4 weeks with 4 hours of one-to-one classes every day. The school was helpful with tailoring the curriculum according to my needs. Teachers were always prepared, supportive and engaged. Homework consisted mainly of reviewing past lessons. The school has nice facilities centrally located in a nice area, and the school's online learning platform is very useful for reviewing past lessons. Overall a very good experience, and I recommend this school for people who are looking for a personalised study experience.

44 people found this review helpful.

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