Intensive 1:1 Chinese Course: Full Immersion

Intensive 1:1 Chinese Course: Full Immersion

Location
  • China
    • Kunming
    • Chengdu
    • Beijing
Language
Chinese

Program Details

Language Level
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Immersion Level
Intensive
Weekly Classroom Hours
20
Housing
Host Family Lodge

Pricing

Starting Price
850
Price Details
The program fee includes:
- One-on-one Chinese lessons Monday to Friday (20 hours/week)
- Accommodation (A clean and safe single room with private bathroom)
- Program certificate
FREE Services:
- Meals Monday to Friday (Chinese food)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Access to all Keats facilities (Keats Fitness Center, Library, Self-study rooms) - Only offered in Kunming
- Tuesday market night & Thursday Chinese cultural seminars/DIY classes - Offered in Kunming and Chengdu
- Saturday excursions
- Laundry
- Internet access use without limit
- A tour of the surrounding (bank, supermarket, post office etc.)
- Medicine for minor illnesses
- 24/7 support
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Classes Meals Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Program certificate

What's Not Included
Airfare Domestic Airfare Some Park Fees SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
Mar 21, 2026
Jun 14, 2026
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About Program

The intensive one-on-one Chinese Program at Keats School is the most popular, and efficient, way to learn the Chinese language. One-on-one lessons give teachers the chance to meet the individual needs and interest of each student. It also gives the student more opportunities to practice speaking Chinese and to get real-time correction. At Keats School we individualize each lesson by developing curricula that matches the students proficiency level and goals. Teachers speak standard Mandarin and are fluent in English. The methods and different activities that we use at Keats will maximize the amount that a student learns in the time they study Chinese here.

You can choose to take the one-on-one Chinese lessons in the following locations:
- Kunming (headquarters)
- Chengdu
- Beijing
- Shanghai
- Chengde
- Xi'an
- Nanjing
- Zhangjiajie
- Dali
- Lijiang
- Xishuangbanna
- Tengchong
- Jianshui
- Puzhehei
- Jingmai Tea Mountain
- Yuanyang
- Wuzhen
- Xijiang Miao Village

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This program offers personalized one-on-one Chinese lessons tailored to individual goals and levels, with patient and knowledgeable teachers who integrate cultural insights and real-life practice. The convenient, comfortable campus includes accommodation and meals, and the supportive staff assist with daily needs. Students appreciate the balance of intensive study and engaging cultural activities, including excursions that enrich language learning and provide authentic local experiences.

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Program Highlights

  • Arrive on any Sunday and start the lessons on Monday
  • 20 hours or 30 hours of one-on-one lessons per week
  • Homestay and on-campus accommodation available
  • Full immersion: personalized study plan and professional Chinese teachers
  • All-inclusive: meals, cultural activities and excursions, airport pick-up, 24/7 support, etc.

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Program Reviews

4.99 Rating
based on 143 reviews
  • 5 rating 98.6%
  • 4 rating 1.4%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Instruction 5
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.95
  • Housing 4.75
  • Value 4.9
Showing 81 - 88 of 143 reviews
gemma
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

In this school study chinese is very convenient

Las clases se complementan con salidas en las que es posible tener un contacto directo con el idioma local, esta combinacion hacen que el estudio sea mas dinamico y se su aprendizaje se incorpore de una manera mas natural.

Las profesoras estan pendientes de las necesidades del alumno y se establece una dinamica de estudio muy personalizada.

Kunming es una ciudad comoda y ordenada, con un clima muy favorable para los estudiantes de chino. Cualquier duda o necesidad es resuelta por los docentes de la escuela.

Parejamente al estudio del idioma y a la salidas por la cuidad es posible adquirir nociones de caligrafia, poesia, cocina, historia o cualquier disciplina. En resumen el estudio del chino se puede organizar de manera dinamica y trasversal con conocimientos de la cultura del pais, ademas durante los fines de semana se pueden visitar lugares de la provincia de Yunnan muy interesantes debido a la peculiaridad de esta provincia cercana al Himalaya , rodeada de paisejes naturales y cuidades antiguas, cada lugar tiene sus propia cultura , comida, costumbre y es la provincia de Yunnan donde reside una gran variedad ya que aqui las minorias etnicas son multiples cada una tiene sus caracteristicas especificas.

English:
The classes are complemented by outings that allow for direct contact with the local language. This combination makes the learning process more dynamic and allows for a more natural learning experience.

The teachers are attentive to each student's needs and establish a highly personalized study routine.

Kunming is a comfortable and well-organized city with a very favorable climate for Chinese language students. Any questions or needs are addressed by the school's teachers. Alongside language study and city outings, it is possible to acquire knowledge of calligraphy, poetry, cooking, history, or any other subject. In summary, the study of Chinese can be organized dynamically and transversally with knowledge of the country's culture. Furthermore, on weekends, one can visit very interesting places in Yunnan province due to the unique character of this province near the Himalayas, surrounded by natural landscapes and ancient cities. Each place has its own culture, food, and customs, and Yunnan province is home to a great variety of ethnic minorities, each with its own specific characteristics.

What was your funniest moment?
La experiencia ha sido muy grata al poder compartir tiempo en esta escuela con mi hijo y comprobar como en apenas unas semanas su nivel de chino ha dado un salto importante.
14 people found this review helpful.
martin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I had private lessons 1-1

the teacher prepared very well the lessons. I am a beginner and she made the Chinese easy to understand and I improved very quickly. after 10 lessons I can have basic Chinese conversation.

Kunming is a nice city with many parks and some lessons we went outside to practice in real situations. I also travel to another city, Lijiang, and Sangri-La. I Could learn more about the different cultures in Yunnan and I have to say that the overall experience was very positive at Keats. The School has a good location next to the MRT and students from many nationalities made the experience very good. We also had local food and the school that was very yummy and for Chinese New Year we even made Chinese food ourselves!!

What was your funniest moment?
I try insects at the market and it was a very very fun experience!
16 people found this review helpful.
Arpawan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very good

Very good experience, if I have any chance I will go again. Recommend for people need to find new inspiration and experience to explore new world. You can learn even you are very old. I really love to join activity with school when they take us go outside to survey china and I really have good experience and hope if have opportunity again may go again next time. I really enjoy with food and their service are very nice and room is very clean. Hope that they will keep this standard in every branches.

What was your funniest moment?
Play game and go outside
Pros
  • Fun
  • Relax
  • Good mood
Cons
  • Chengdu
  • Panda
  • Bicycle
12 people found this review helpful.
Tristan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

1 week intensive training in Kunming

I attended a one-week Chinese training at Keats School and had a very positive experience. The teaching quality was good, and my teachers quickly adapted to my level and goals, focusing on the key aspects I needed most—especially speaking and listening. Lessons were practical and efficient, and I felt real progress in a short time thanks to clear explanations, targeted corrections, and daily practice. The organization was also very good: everything was smooth from scheduling to support, and the “all-included” setup made it easy to focus on studying. The accommodation is small, but it is clean, comfortable, and convenient, which is exactly what I needed for an intensive week. Life in Kunming felt pleasant and relaxed, with a nice climate and a friendly atmosphere, which made the whole learning experience even more enjoyable.

What would you improve about this program?
I would create a business oriented program with more immersion. Ex: Only Chinese during meals, mandatory activities for different vocabulary,…
Pros
  • Quality of Teaching
  • Speaking & listening Practice
  • Feedbacks
16 people found this review helpful.
Giulia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great learning experience! 谢谢Keats!

I took a 4-week intensive Mandarin 1 to 1 classes with Keats in Kunming and Banna. 4 hours/day 5 days a week.

I initially chose to spend 2 weeks in Banna and 2 in Kunming. Unfortunately I had a flu and decided last minute to stay in Banna also for week 3. The school was very accommodating and able to make last minute arrangements. The quality of teaching was outstanding, I was a total beginner and progressed really fast I feel. I love reading and I was provided with extra reading material and online resources. The teacher was a star. Very patient provided a number of extra activities including visit to temple, market and we shared several meals together. The school in Kunming offers several extra activities. All in all a wonderful experience! Already thinking about coming back perhaps for a longer period of time ! 100% happy with the experience and would recommend to anyone who is serious about learning Mandarin!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I loved all the restaurants we visited! The hun tun lithle restaurant in Banna and the gorgeous lamb hotpot we ate in Kunming! Also wonderful visit to the daoist temple in Kunming, a short stroll from Keats. Great tea offering and zen vibe!
Pros
  • Tailored program to my needs
  • Flexibility in terms of locations
  • Great teachers!
Cons
  • None
  • None
  • None
14 people found this review helpful.
Santiago
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Chinese at KEATS in Kunming

My second time at KEATS, this time in Kunming. The quality of the teachers is really good, as well as their methods and materials. After just three weeks, I felt much more familiar with the language, my memorising ability had increased, and the joy of learning this not-so-easy language grew day by day. You meet other students from all nationalities and ages, nearly all of them learning the language on their own initiative and curious about China. As you sleep and eat in the same building as the school, you don´t lose time commuting. The activities offered help you discover the city, its surroundings, and its culture. I will by sure come back.

What was your funniest moment?
My funniest moment was when I visited a park. A young couple with a very nice child asked me if I would be willing to pose for some pictures with the child in my arms. Of course, I agreed. It was very funny!
23 people found this review helpful.
Enrique
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My experience

A lo largo de los últimos 5 meses, mi experiencia en KEATS CHENGDU ha sido maravillosa. Desde el momento en el qué llegué he recibido nada mas y nada menos que apoyo y empatia por parte de todos los integrantes del staff. Las instalaciones me parecieron buenas además del vecindario tranquilo y perfecto para caminar como a mi me gusta. Pasé muy buenos momentos conviviendo con mi maestra y siento que he avanzado mucho en mi nivel de Chino a comparación de cuando llegué por primera vez y estoy muy satisfecho con los resultados.

Algo que me gustó mucho fue la comida y los lugares que pude conocer mientras estuve aqui. Pude aprender más acerca de la cultura y el estilo de vida de mas personas, además del idioma. Definitivamente esta ha sido una experiencia que me servirá para desenvolverme como persona el resto de mi vida y que llevaré conmigo a partir de ahora.

En cuanto a las clases; me parecieron muy buenas y tuve una buena experiencia y relación con mi maestra Pany, la cuál me guió a lo largo de mi aprendizaje. Gracias.

English: Over the past five months, my experience at KEATS CHENGDU has been wonderful. From the moment I arrived, I received nothing but support and empathy from all the staff members. I found the facilities to be good, and the neighborhood is quiet and perfect for walking, which I enjoy. I had a great time with my teacher, and I feel I've improved a lot in my Chinese compared to when I first arrived. I'm very satisfied with the results.

Something I really enjoyed was the food and the places I was able to visit while I was here. I was able to learn more about the culture and lifestyle of other people, in addition to the language. This has definitely been an experience that will help me develop as a person for the rest of my life, and one that I will carry with me from now on.

As for the classes, I found them to be very good, and I had a great experience and relationship with my teacher, Pany, who guided me throughout my learning. Thank you.

18 people found this review helpful.
Max
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Two months' study at Keats School in Kunming

My time at Keats School in Kunming was a genuinely immersive and focused language experience. Living and studying in the same place made daily life extremely convenient and allowed me to structure my time entirely around learning. The single-room accommodation was comfortable and quiet, making it easy to rest, review material, and stay focused throughout the program.

The teachers were highly dedicated and very good to work with. One-on-one lessons were closely tailored to my level, weaknesses, and learning goals rather than following a fixed syllabus. Teachers were patient, attentive, and consistently responsive to feedback, with a strong emphasis on actively using new vocabulary and sentence structures in conversation. This approach significantly improved both my accuracy and confidence.

Kunming is an ideal place to study Chinese. Unlike larger cities such as Shanghai or Beijing, English is far less commonly used, which created a more authentic immersion environment. The city’s relaxed pace and liveable atmosphere made daily language practice feel natural and rewarding.

27 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

For a typical day at Keats, you can ask the students to watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d9lt4_B_3E&t=1s