Keats Chinese School Reviews

The it’s really fun summer camp. I really enjoyed this camp. The particular reason why is the teachers are so welcoming and really helpful whit all my questions about the lessens, my future plans, culture differences and so much more. The teachers are really nice and I really learned a lot in this camp and this camp improved my Chinese a lot. The culture activities are really interesting, I had a lot of fun. I also am very happy withe the accommodation they have provided. It is clean wel maintained and nice. I really live this camp I really recommend Keats if you want to learn Chinese in china.

This was an incredible program that I couldn’t recommend enough. Lijiang is an incredible place to study Mandarin in; the city is rich in history, the scenery is second to none and the people are some of the kindest I have ever met. Throughout my study at Keats Lijiang, I felt completely supported by my teacher, who went above and beyond to ensure I had a memorable stay. I really valued how immersive the experience was, the excursions and day trips allow you to practice the language in local environments and experience the beauty of Lijiang. Living in the ancient town was also an incredible experience. The lessons were fun and engaging, my teacher tailored the lessons to my needs and provided wonderful guidance throughout my time with Keats. 10/10 experience!

If you're looking for a holiday that's both fun and meaningful, skip the usual sightseeing for a few weeks and learn Chinese at Keats School in Kunming. You'll discover an amazing culture, enjoy incredible food, visit beautiful places, make friends from around the world, and return home with something far more valuable than souvenirs—a new language.
After unsuccessfully trying to learn Chinese for the past two years, my husband and I decided to spend our summer holiday differently. Rather than another trip around Europe, we enrolled in Keats' four-week intensive course. It turned out to be one of the best decisions we've ever made.
I have to admit, my husband was rather sceptical at first. Chinese looked impossible, and he doubted we'd remember more than *nǐ hǎo*. Four weeks later, he was confidently ordering food, chatting with locals, and proudly showing off his new language skills. Needless to say, he became a convert!
The teaching exceeded all my expectations. My teacher was incredibly patient, encouraging, and wonderfully organised. Every lesson was carefully planned, combining vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and—most importantly—real-life communication. We didn't just learn Chinese; we actually used it every single day.
Learning extended far beyond the classroom. Friday excursions took us to beautiful parks, museums, traditional tea houses, and other fascinating places around Kunming, where we practised Chinese with local people. It was immersive, practical, and surprisingly fun.
The evenings were just as memorable. Keats organised fantastic activities almost every night, from exploring lively night markets and tasting delicious local food to learning traditional handicrafts, playing Chinese games, watching films, and experiencing local culture firsthand. There was never a dull moment.
Above all, we met wonderful people from every corner of the world. We laughed, learned, explored, and created friendships that will last long after the course ended.
If you're considering learning Chinese, I can't recommend Keats School highly enough. Come for the language, stay for the adventure—and don't be surprised if you leave already planning your next visit!

Amazing instruction and my teacher, 彭老师，knew my level exactly, so my level increased dramatically in only six weeks! And it was amazing that during my lesson, my instructor only spoke Chinese to me. That alone made me improve so much in both speaking and listening. I will be sure to come back!
It can be very hard to be fully immersed in Chinese with classmates though. If you are a more advanced student, that can be a struggle, so it would have been nice if there was a way to find other advanced students to speak Chinese to.

I was a bit nervous about coming to China to study Mandarin since I had never been to Asia before. I decided to study at Keats after reading numerous positive reviews online and watching YouTube videos, and it turned out to be the perfect choice.

The first thing I appreciated was the simplicity. You pay a single fee, and everything is taken care of for you—airport pickup and drop-off, meals, and housing.

Second is the location. Kunming has amazing weather year-round and is surrounded by many beautiful places to travel and explore.

Third is the instruction. I had four hours of one-on-one classes every day, and over my seven-week stay I saw my Mandarin improve dramatically.

If you want to study abroad in China, this is the place. The advisors were also fantastic. Whenever I had a question or concern, there was always someone available to help.

I highly recommend this Chinese school to anyone who wants to learn Mandarin while experiencing authentic Chinese culture. From the very beginning, I felt welcomed, supported, and encouraged by the teachers and staff. The classes are well organized, engaging, and adapted to different learning levels, making it easier to build confidence every day. As an international student, I appreciated the patience, professionalism, and positive energy of the instructors. They create a friendly environment where learning is both effective and enjoyable. Beyond the classroom, the school also provides wonderful opportunities to explore the local culture, meet people from different countries, and practice Chinese in real-life situations. This has been an unforgettable experience for me and my daughter. If you’re looking for a high-quality Chinese language program with caring teachers and a warm community, I truly recommend this school. It has exceeded my expectations, and I am grateful for everything I have learned here.

I did a 2 week course in Keats Chengdu with 1:1 for 6 hours/day, and absolutely loved my time there! It's great you can stay right on campus and the classrooms and canteen are just a few meters away. Food was great, lots of different dishes to try each day! My teacher 王静 was just great, I learned soo much in this 2 weeks, and also had a lot of fun while learning! The great thing was that she was really flexible, when I was tired we learned at a slower pace, when I was full of energy that day we even learned more than planned for that day! I loved the activities provided by the school, we learned how to play Mahjong, went to see Pandas, went to eat Hot Pot or on a night market... I will come back for sure!

My time learning Chinese at Keats Beijing has been fantastic. The campus features bright, roomy classrooms. Situated in Jianguomen embassy area in downtown Beijing, it enjoys unbeatable accessibility to all parts of the city. The support staff provides efficient service and always replies to my needs rapidly.

I study with Teacher Du, who is an outstanding educator. Her teaching is clear and engaging. She adapts lessons to match my learning goals, patiently fixing my mistakes and building up my confidence to communicate in Mandarin. I have improved noticeably after studying with her.

Beijing offers an amazing living experience for international learners. You can explore ancient cultural sites and taste delicious local cuisine everywhere. Thanks to Keats’s great central location, I can freely arrange city trips after class. If you plan to study Mandarin in Beijing, Keats is an excellent choice.

Learning Mandarin at Keats was an absolute highlight for our entire family! I had the privilege of being taught by Ms. Lucy (罗茜), who is simply a brilliant educator. She has a remarkable gift for breaking down complex grammar and tones into clear, digestible lessons that made even the trickiest concepts feel easy. Beyond her teaching skills, her endless patience and genuine kindness created an encouraging space where I never felt shy about making mistakes. She constantly pushed me to speak more, gave constructive feedback on the spot, and always paused to ensure I truly understood each point before moving on.

My two kids were equally fortunate to have Ms. Alice as their teacher. She kept them thoroughly engaged, and she had a wonderful way of gently guiding their pronunciation with encouragement and positivity. She had a true gift for connecting with young learners, and my kids absolutely adored every moment in her classroom.

Beyond the classroom, we loved the group activities exploring Chengdu's fascinating sights. It was fantastic to practice our new skills in real-world settings. Keats flawlessly accommodated all three of us at our individual levels, and it was so special to share this journey together. We left Chengdu with vastly improved Mandarin and incredibly fond memories of our amazing teachers. I wholeheartedly recommend Keats, Ms. Lucy, and Ms. Alice to anyone seeking a top-quality, supportive, and truly enriching language experience!

Kunming was perfect and the school was great to help with recommendations and activities, everything was super fun. Lots of like minded learners with a range of abilities and all very open to new experiences. Keats team were fabulous and helped me a lot, from tailoring each lesson to ensuring that I had the best time on holiday, and the offering of free activities plus extra bonuses like calligraphy and music were amazing. Kunming in the summer is also fantastic to avoid the Chinese summer heat. And did I mention the food? Wow. It’s not mega spicy like some places and has a huge range of influences from indigenous peoples, and as my teachers explained also from the influx of internal migrants bringing their own tastes. Things like Yiliang duck, er kuai, tofu brain (it’s just mushy tofu!), rice noodles, and the endless mushrooms… Keats were super helpful with everything.