Keats Chinese School Reviews

Studying and Teaching:
I began studying Chinese upon my arrival in Kunming, so I began my course at Keats with no prior knowledge of the language.

My teacher, Han Laoshi, was truly phenomenal, helping me improve quickly. After four weeks of classes, I was already able to understand basic conversations and express myself, albeit rudimentarily. However, I consider this an achievement, considering the length of my study stay.

Accommodation:
The room I stayed in was quite comfortable and offered the bare minimum for a study-related stay. The school is located in the same building as the accommodations, making class attendance very convenient.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the school cafeteria from Monday to Friday; the cook always tries to vary the menu and serve complete meals. Being in China, rice is always available.

The school tries to entertain students by offering different and interesting activities every day of the week.

City
Kunming is a city that offers so much to those who want to explore. Various activities at every hour of the day, new people, and the culture of Yunnan are just waiting to be discovered. The citizens of Kunming seemed surprised to see foreign tourists, but they were always kind and helpful.

Group and Friends
New people come to school every week, which enriches the learning experience. Personally, I've met many students, some of whom have become friends over the weeks.

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Studio e insegnamento:
Ho iniziato a studiare cinese in concomitanza con il mio arrivo a Kunming, ho quindi iniziato il mio percorso a Keats con nessuna conoscenza di base della lingua.

La mia professoressa, Han Laoshi, è stata davvero fenomenale, riuscendo a farmi migliorare in breve tempo. Dopo quattro settimane di corso, ero già in grado di comprendere conversazioni basiche e di esprimermi, sepppur in maniera ancora rudimentale; tuttavia, lo ritengo un successo, considerata la mia lunghezza del mio soggiorno di studio.

Alloggio:
La camera in cui sono stato ospitato era abbastanza accogliente e offriva il minimo indispensabile per un soggiorno finalizzato allo studio. La scuola si trova nello stesso stabile degli alloggi, il che rende la partecipazione alle lezioni molto agevole.

Colazione, pranzo e cena vengono serviti nella sala mensa della scuola dal lunedì al venerdì; la cuoca cerca sempre di variare il menù e di servire pasti completi. Essendo in Cina, il riso non manca mai.

La scuola cerca di intrattenere gli studenti offrendo attività sempre diverse e interessanti ogni giorno della settimana.

Cittá
Kunming è una città che offre tanto a chi ha voglia di scoprire. Attività varie ad ogni ora del giorno, persone nuove e la cultura dello Yunnan non aspettano altro che farsi conoscere. I cittadini di Kunming mi sono sembrati sorpresi nel vedere dei turisti stranieri, ma si sono sempre dimostrati gentili e disponibili nei miei confronti.

Gruppo e amici
A scuola arrivano ogni settimana persone nuove, il che arricchisce l'esperienza formativa. Personalmente, ho conosciuto molti studenti, alcuni sono poi diventati miei amici durante lo scorrere delle settimane.

I really recommend to learn Chinese language at Keats school! This was my first time to come to Chengdu. And I was a beginner of Chinese. There are reasons why we should learn Chinese at Keats school. First, the lesson is one on one. So, we can ask questions easily and teachers improve our pronouns carefully. Hong laoshi taught me how to pronounce patiently. This was so helpful for me. Because, I want to be able to speak Chinese. And second, students can take part in the a lot of activities at Keats school. For example, to see pandas, night markets, museum and so on. Chengdu is famous for pandas, unique cuisine and culture. We can experience various cultures in Chengdu with teacher. My teachers taught me Chinese language during these activities. Finally, school serves 3 meals Monday to Friday. We can have a wonderful meal time with classmates and teachers. We can make friends who are from all over the world easily. The time in Keats school changed my life. I really appreciate!

My experience studying Chinese in Chengdu at Keats was very positive and enjoyable. The class was well organized and adapted effectively to different learning levels while covering all important lessons, including speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, and real-life communication practice. The teachers were professional, patient, and supportive throughout the course. Teacher Hong and Teacher Wang were especially excellent, as they explained difficult topics clearly and created a comfortable and engaging learning environment. I also appreciated how the program combined structured classroom learning with practical daily conversations, which made studying in Chengdu both effective and memorable. Overall, Keats provided a high-quality learning experience that helped build confidence and improve Chinese language skills significantly.

I studied at Keats School in Kunming with my tutor Du. Before coming to China, I knew almost no Chinese, so I was nervous at first. But Du made me feel comfortable straight away, and we got along very well. Every week we learned around 100 new words, and I was surprised that I could actually remember them. As a beginner, I appreciated that there was not a lot of heavy homework. Most of my learning came from reviewing flashcards and practicing naturally during class and daily life, which worked really well for me.

One of my favourite parts of studying at Keats was the outdoor lessons and cultural experiences. We visited places like the Cultural Village, Green Lake, flower markets, and local cafés. These experiences made learning Chinese feel real and connected to everyday life. I also loved getting milk tea almost every day. The city felt safe, lively, and full of character.

During my time there, I also went through some personal difficult moments, and Du was incredibly kind and comforting. I will always remember her patience and support, not only as a teacher but as a person.

My stay at Keats School itself was very comfortable. I loved my room — it had everything I needed, including a double bed, bathroom, thy cleaned once a week and a window facing the road. Willow was always very helpful whenever I needed anything and made me feel at home during my stay. The food was also wonderful, with delicious home-cooked meals every day that made the experience feel warm and welcoming. The other students were also so lovely and it was great to share meals and go on excursions with them.

Studying in Kunming was such a memorable experience for me, and I’m very grateful for my time at Keats School.

This week was a very special experience. The teachers were incredibly invested in our progress and structured the lessons in a way that made everything feel logical and achievable. I learned a lot — not just the language itself, but also fascinating insights into Chinese culture, traditions, and the thinking behind Mandarin. The way tones and characters connect to meaning really opened my eyes. Everything was organized very well, and the atmosphere was warm and encouraging. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to dive deeper into this beautiful language and culture!

My experience at Keats exceeded expectations! My teacher (Su laoshi) always came to class extremely prepared and tailored the content to my goals and level. After three weeks I feel like my Chinese has improved a lot. We also did outdoor classes to the museum, tea city and flower where I got to learn more about Yunnan history and culture.

Outside of the lessons I loved the lifestyle of living at Keats - the food was good, the advisors extremely helpful and I made so many friends and enjoyed doing activities and going on excursions with them.

I just finished 5 days of 6-hour daily classes at Keats, and Hao Laoshi and Li Laoshi were amazing. This was actually my first time ever learning Chinese, so jumping straight into 6 hours a day was pretty daunting, but they made it a great experience.

They customized everything around exactly what I wanted to learn. In just five days, we covered ordering food, bargaining at the night markets, airport situations, hotel check-ins, and a lot about Chunjie and Chinese culture. They both put 100% effort into the class and even prepared custom notes and fuxi (review) materials for me to study every night.

Teaching a complete beginner for 6 hours a day takes massive patience and energy, but their enthusiasm never dropped once. They both went completely above and beyond for me. I really hope they get their maximum performance bonuses because they absolutely earned it this week.

the first time i arrive here is feel like i'm gonna start new chapter of start learning chinese languge that time i'm so excited so much and the time past so fast it's feel like blinking my eyes one time and the program is ends and i whish i will come back here soon as posible and every one take care me alot especially 杨柳叶 aka 我的好朋友 take care me very well every time i have a problem she help me all the time and when i have accident she come fast as she could at hospital she is nice person and she is also 我的好朋友 .Kunming is a good and relax city，and also good enviroment.The food here also great.The people here is kind and nice.There are many good places for shopping and sightseeing.I am have happy to be with my friend ,they make me laugh,and best friend take care of me very good.and my Chinese improve a lot,and I can speak more with Chinese people,and know more about China.I want to say to everyone ,especially to my best friend 杨柳叶。

I had a wonderful time learning Chinese at Keats. The dorms and schedule took my back to university times and helped me feel more studious. I am very grateful for the help that my Chinese panther teacher Ms Hong provided for me. In one week I made so much progress it was unbelievable. Ms Hongs teaching style included a mix of review, positive reinforcement and repetition - these three were instrumental to achieving HSK 1 level. This experience has given me confidence once again to try new languages, including Korean which I’m currently studying.

Thank you to Keats and my teacher Ms Hong.

My experience studying in Beijing was very positive and well structured. Study life was calm and focused, which was ideal for one‑on‑one learning. The school provided strong supporting services, including administrative guidance and accommodation and daily arrangements. The facilities were comfortable and well suited for individual study, creating an environment that supported concentration and consistent progress.

The learning experience was entirely one‑on‑one with one dedicated teacher, which made the program especially effective. The teacher was highly professional, knowledgeable, and very attentive to my individual learning needs. Lessons were fully personalized and well paced, allowing flexibility whenever adjustments were needed. The teacher was excellent at adapting teaching methods based on my progress, learning speed, and specific goals, ensuring that each class remained effective and engaging.

In addition to strong teaching skills, the teacher was also incredibly caring, and supportive. This created a very comfortable and motivating learning atmosphere. The teacher was always patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in my progress, which made the learning process enjoyable and confidence‑building. This personal attention and warmth made a significant difference in my overall learning experience.

Living in Beijing was an enriching experience. The city offers a unique mix of traditional culture and modern life. Public transportation is efficient and convenient, making it easy to explore the city, enjoy local food, and experience daily life.