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1on1 Private Chinese Course

Name: 1on1 Private Chinese Course
Brand: That's Mandarin Chinese Language School
SKU: 98446
Rating: 4.97 (210 reviews)

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Location

China
- Shanghai
- Beijing
- Hangzhou
- Chengdu

Language

Chinese

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Language Level

BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced

Immersion Level

Intensive Standard

Specialized Courses

Business Specific Purposes

Class Size

Private Lessons

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What's Included

Classes

Last Updated: Jan 25, 2025

Last Reviewed: Feb 09, 2025

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1-on-1 Private Chinese Course is suitable for students who seek personalized attention and want to learn Chinese at their own pace & schedule.

You can choose to learn in Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, or study online.

Lesson schedule and content of your private classes can be flexible. Your teacher will customize your study process according to your interests, learning style & pace, and goals.

Course curriculum can be tailor-made based on your learning goals, for example, with focus on business vocabulary or on HSK preparation. Our teachers will be there to help you track and boost your learning progress.

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Highly experienced teachers
Conducive learning environment
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Vibrant & cultural school life
Dynamic Chinese lessons

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Academics 4.8
Support 4.95
Fun 4.6
Housing 4.65
Safety 4.95

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A friend of mine talked to me about this school. I've decided to come and so far, my experience is very good. The teachers, the support, the website itself are very useful. You can find 1:1 classes, group classes, intensive courses. I would recommend That's Mandarin school for beginners and for the students that want to practice more and to improve their skills. They have as well others activities that help to know better the culture and the story of this fascinating country.
Moreover, it's a good occasion to meet new people and to share abroad life experience.

That's Mandarin is a complete support to learn Chinese.

I have a very nice experience learning Chinese in That's Mandarin, their unique method for teaching and learning is one of the reason.

Their Coordinator is very friendly and helpfull that makes administration easy.

Most importantly is very patient teacher who always tell me that learning chinese is very possible and i can do it on my own pace.

The school ambience and their beverage, hot and cold, you can have for free, is also refreshing.

ThatsMandarin is an exceptional language school that offers tailored Chinese courses to suit your language proficiency. With the help of my teacher, 孟老师, I have been able to improve my Mandarin speaking skills in just a short period of time. Her teaching approach perfectly caters to my learning style and interests, allowing me to learn new vocabulary and engaging in interesting discussions. ThatsMandarin own online platform is great for reviewing and preparing the classes, as well. I highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to bring their Chinese skills to a new level.

This was an excellent course. My teachers are experienced, fund and engaging. They were able to adapt the classes to my interests and ability. They also used technology very effectively to support my learning. The school conveniently located and has very nice interior design and general atmosphere. The school also organises social activities too so it is a good way to make friends with other people and get to know different parts of the city and Chinese culture. I have no hesitation in recommending this school.

What was your funniest moment?

My classes are always fun

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My Chinese classes are fun, engaging and inspiring. I have learnt a lot from my Chinese teacher and the team at That's Mandarin. Everyone is very kind and supportive and the school hosts many interesting Chinese cultural events. Zhang Laoshi is a brilliant Chinese teacher! So much so, it would be challenging for anyone else to be my Chinese teacher now! Her Chinese lessons are very creative and interesting, which means that I have been able to pass my HSK Level 2 and HSK Level 3 exams since I started my Chinese classes with That's Mandarin.

What was your funniest moment?

We often share many funny stories about our lives and the places that we have travelled to in the world.

Pros

Fun, creative and inspiring Chinese classes.
I have passed my HSK Level 2 and HSK Level 3 exams.
That's Mandarin hosts many interesting Chinese culture events.

That's Mandarin is a great investment. I am taking the classes online from America. I am an ESL instructor and many of my students are Chinese. I wanted to learn Mandarin for them. Meng Laoshi, my teacher is the best teacher ever! I can do full sentences, read and speak and it's only been a few months. She works hard to teach me and is very patient. I also love the platform for classes(nihao cafe). I can go back and review, and take notes, and see everything we have learned. I can practice often. The lessons don't disappear and are always there. Another amazing thing is that you get a course coordinator who messages you weekly to plan your classes and address concerns. I'm always in communication with her. My course coordinator Julie is so helpful. I'm happy that I decided to go with this school!

I had an incredibly positive experience with them, and I can’t recommend them enough. From start to finish, their service exceeded my expectations in every way. The staff was professional, attentive, and genuinely cared about ensuring I was satisfied. Every detail was handled with care, and they went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed. It truly felt like a personalized experience tailored just for me. The quality of service they provide is unparalleled, and it’s clear they take pride in their work. Every penny I spent felt like a worthwhile investment, and I would enthusiastically recommend their services to anyone looking for top-notch quality and exceptional attention to detail.

As a foreigner in China, especially one who is living in a local area it made everything possible for me in China. And not just for me. My husband also said learning Chinese at That's Mandarin is a really great choice and very much worth it. That means It was great thing for both of us. Before I started to learn Chinese, I did not have confidence shopping by myself at farmer's markets and could not shop Chinese online sites. Now I really understand the merchants. Also, my husband is happy when we go out together because of my Chinese ability.

What was your funniest moment?

I remember every moment since first time I started till now.Every moment was fun and enjoyable .I have been here 3 year to study Chinese , I am not sure when I will leave China, I will learn Chinese at that's mandarin till the time I leave China. Because It's worth.

Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

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Chandni Patel

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1on1 Private Chinese Course

As an Indian girl raised in England, who spent the first 5 years of her life in Kenya, Chandni recently decided that it just didn't quite do it for her - there's still so much of the world to see! She is now living in Beijing, China studying an International Law Masters Degree and loving it! Along with her studies, she likes to pass her time learning Mandarin, painting and bellydancing.

Why did you pick this program?

I chose to move to China to immerse myself in a completely alien culture. I love the idea that in 10 years time I might be somewhere I never imagined. It's not about doing what you always dreamed of, is about doing something you could never have dreamed of.

What do you tell your friends who are thinking about going abroad?

It really depends on the person, actually. Traveling for a long period really suits some people and not others. I think it's a matter of why you are going. I mainly came to experience China; studying was secondary to it all. I think if it's the other way around - you go abroad for reason A, and changing countries is just secondary to that aim - it will be a totally different experience!

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

I would tell them to expect differences. Obviously there are differences in culture, food, and language when you move abroad; but I have been rather surprised at just how different studying a degree can be! Not only between the UK and China, but also talking to other international students and learning about their education systems.

What's your favorite story to tell about your time abroad?

My favorite story is probably my first day in China. I moved here with my boyfriend, who wanted to teach English in Beijing. His recruiting agency picked us up from the airport on an incredibly warm day towards the end of August. We were sitting in a taxi with the Chinese radio on, accompanied by a taxi driver who could not speak any English and all our belongings (weighing precisely 20kg due to plane weight restrictions). The taxi stopped after 35 minutes or so and the recruiter jumped out, telling us he had to go somewhere but that the taxi driver knew where to take us. We said goodbye and continued our journey. Suddenly the taxi stopped by a bunch of buildings with signs all in Chinese, opposite something that resembled a park. He told us to wait there (it took a while to understand him owing to my rusty Chinese). So we paid him, and sat on a bench in the middle of nowhere with all of our belongings and no working phone, waiting for someone we didn't know. It all turned out perfectly fine...China style. But looking back we were surprisingly calm about the whole thing! We just sat on the bench happily, thinking wow, we are in China! What next?

Chandni's thoughts on what to know before making a big move:

In China there still aren't a whole lot of foreigners or even tourists - not like Thailand. It means that a lot of people only speak Chinese and stare at you...a lot! But they are generally stares of intrigue, and it can be quite refreshing to go somewhere where people genuinely want to know about you and where you come from. Even if you are going somewhere that you know should have a lot of people who can speak and understand your native language, it never hurts to be able to speak some of the country's language that you are going to be living in for a while! It's also always good to know routine things like where your embassy is and emergency service numbers. One last thing - don't let the idea of being homesick hold you back - it's so easy these days to communicate with those you love, wherever they are!

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Staff Interviews

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What position do you hold at That's Mandarin? What has been your career path so far?

Anne: I have recently joined That’s Mandarin as their Online Marketing Manager. I started out my career as an Arts Coordinator and French Teacher at a government funded inclusion project in London’s Dalston area. After about 4 years I moved to New York and worked in a traditional PR firm, after 2 (fabulous) years in New York I moved back to the UK and worked freelance for a US based Web Analytics Company, doing online PR, SEO and Social Media for a number of their clients. Now, I am living in Beijing working at That’s Mandarin, spreading the Learn Chinese in China word!

Did YOU study abroad? If so, where did you go and what inspired you to go?!

Anne: Kind of, I gained a scholarship when I was 16 which allowed me to study at a French school in Rouen for 3 months. I am currently studying Chinese at That’s Mandarin, which is great. I was really nervous about starting the classes as I’ve been in Beijing for 5 months and had not been connecting with the language at all, however, to my surprise it’s been going really well and I’m looking forward to continuing.

What does the future hold for That's Mandarin - any new programs to share?

Anne: We recently launched a new Website which we’re very happy with and are looking forward to an action-packed summer with our Kids & Teens Summer Camp coming up! Bring on those warm days filled with learning, cultural activities and exploring Beijing and Shanghai! More excitement follows our recently adapted small group intensive programs, which have been adapted to include all the latest teaching methodologies thanks to our in-house education researchers. Our fully integrated online system “Mandarin Café” ensures that our students spend their lesson time speaking instead of manically taking notes! All new vocabulary is added by our teachers, ready for our students to review at their convenience.

What about the future of the industry? How do you think study abroad and international education will change over the next 10 years?

Anne: The future of language learning looks bright! Globalization and travel have made the need for multiple language knowledge a necessity, with Chinese quickly rising towards the top of the want-to-know language stakes. With the way things look now, I can only see this industry growing. The current job climate in the West is already encouraging graduates and even learnt professionals to try out a new view point and learn a language, after all that’s exactly what I did!

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About That's Mandarin Chinese Language School

Founded in 2005, That’s Mandarin has been delivering excellence in Chinese teaching for over 20 years to more than 200,000 students of different nationalities. They are dedicated to helping students to learn Chinese in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Chengdu, as well as anywhere in the world via online courses — with their in-house Chinese...