Program Reviews

I signed up for LTL school per recommendation of my brother who took the online chinese language course. It was nothing short of amazing. The whole experience was positive, I learned a lot in a very short time. The administrative staff were so helpful and friendly, the teacher (LaLa) was one of the best, she had a great sense of humor and it's never boring to study with her, she is very knowledgeable in teaching and also very considerate, which made me ìmprove so fast. I highly recommend this place. If you need any more info contact Moja or Alex they are the best.

Coming to LTL Shanghai was the best decision I’ve ever made. I’ve truly enjoyed my time here and in the process of making plans again to do another program though the school. I definitely felt my Chinese improve with the help of Lina, Jason, and Winnie. I also was helped by Mojca and Alex with any questions I had and they gave great advice for getting around Shanghai and they knew all the coolest spots. The classes are always fun here and very informative. It also helps that I get to practice my Chinese at my home stay so I’m really getting a full immersive feel. I’d recommend to anyone who is thinking about traveling for the first time do it through LTL!!!

I studied just 2 week in Shanghai. The staffs were super friendly and willing to help for everything, Lina was my teacher when she was explaining everything she made every doubt clear. Everyone was so friendly and kind. The homestay was so kind and she was willing to give recommendations to go, every food she gave us was so good. She took us to do a lot of activities like going to karaoke.
I would definitely recommends this experience i had, to everyone who likes Chinese culture and Mandarin learners

LTL Shanghai is a great program! I was looking for a place to be immersed in mandarin to improve my speaking ability for work. This was exactly what I needed. My teacher Anne, Evelyn, and Wei Wei understood my language level and challenged me to go beyond that. The rest of the staff is also incredible here and helped organize events to learn and explore! Each week I spent a lot of time in the classroom but we would normally have one to two optional group activities. This helped a lot to start applying some of the principles I was learning with the teachers close by to critique and help expand what I was trying to say. Overall great experience!

The time in Beihai (China) was amazing since the city itself is (for Chinese conditions) not too big and very well located at the sea. Old town and swimming can be perfectly combined with chats with locals and the intense single or group language sessions improving your Chinese up to the next level.
Courses are very flexible and can be designed by students as well as teachers depending on individual needs. Learning material is provided and topics follow either a course program or individual wishes, especially depending on the level of language skills

I have been with LTL Shanghai now since mid of 2020, when I was living in Shanghai. Starting with f2f with our teacher in 2 on 1 session. Since I continued on my own, I chose to have the 1 on 1 session, which I now have online due to I moved back to Germany in August 2022. Very satisfied with my teacher, which is the same one since day one and the staff at LTL is also great. Quick feedback if you have any question. Keep going like that, LTL!
Really appreciate your program and it really helped me a lot to improve my Chinese.

I am writing this review to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had at your Mandarin school and for the opportunity to immerse myself in the vibrant culture of your city.My time at LTLwas truly enriching. The dedication and expertise of the teachers, coupled with the engaging curriculum, made learning Mandarin a exciting journey. From mastering basic greetings to confidently holding conversations, I have acquired valuable language skills that will undoubtedly stay with me for a lifetime. The supportive environment made by the staff made my classes enjoyable and productive.

Beijing is a very beautiful city and the teachers and administrators at the Beijing campus were very professional and they helped me a lot. I was not used to Beijing at first, but Linda and Jane invited me to participate in all kinds of activities, which helped me to adapt to the life in Beijing. Beijing is definitely a city worth exploring, with many parks and attractions, all full of Beijing flavor. I especially recommend the Beijing roast duck, which is an absolute must-see when you go to Beijing.

Beyond the classroom, exploring Beihai’s beautiful scenery, savoring its delectable cuisine, and experiencing its rich history and traditions have left a mark on me. From the fascinating landmarks to the hidden gems tucked away in its alleys, every moment spent in Beihai was a delightful adventure. I am grateful for the warm hospitality extended to me throughout my stay. Your dedication to providing an amazing educational experience, combined with the warmth and friendliness of the local community, made my time in Beihai unforgettable. Please convey my deepest appreciation to the LTL team for their hard work and dedication. I am immensely grateful for the transformative experience I had, and I will cherish the memories of my time spent learning Mandarin and exploring Beihai. Thank you once again for everything.

P.S a special thank you to Savannah for all the help in Beihai.

My time with LTL's online course has exceeded all expectations! Not only were the classes engaging and well managed, but my teacher was and is amazing! When I started my Chinese learning journey from scratch in 2020, LTL arranged a teacher for me who could not only speak English, but was also extremely good at teaching Chinese as a secondary language, namely Shen laoshi (Anne Shen). I have learned so much because of how patiently Shen laoshi has taught me this oh so difficult language, and as a result my chinese has improved tremendously in the years i spent with my flexi online classes. I highly recommend the one-on-one classes for the best learning enhancement. My teacher Shen laoshi was and is an excellent teacher, going above and beyond for her students. She has been so extremely helpful in helping me prepare for my university exams as I am currently working on my BA in Chinese Language and Culture, and without Shen laoshi I probably wouldn't be able to keep up with my lectures.

I had a really great time studying at LTL Shanghai and learned a lot in a short period. Both my teachers Anne and Alice were amazing and helped me get a grasp of this complicated language. Next to explaining everything really well they also gave us feedback on pronunciation and useful phrases for the everyday life in China. The organisation was also great from start to finish and Alex and Brandon were there to answer all my questions and helped with navigating the not so easy burocracy in China. All in all I can only recommend the school.

A great school and super nice and supportive staff! Me and my teacher bonded over 1 year of lessons :) Anne was very flexible and always had an answer to my grammar questions 🤓 we always had laughs together. The course was online as Anne lives in Shanghai and I lived in Beijing, that did not make a difference though. We met once a week - and even on weekends she was free. We did the entire content of HSK 5 and also spoke about local language and culture- Anne has many stories about Shanghai to tell!