Silk Mandarin Language School Reviews

This was my first time joining this two-week summer camp, and I had a truly wonderful and enriching experience. I came in with the hope of improving my Chinese language skills and left not only with more confidence in speaking but also with great memories, new friends, and a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture.

The classroom experience was one of the highlights of the program. The teacher was very supportive, friendly, and always willing to help. This made the learning environment feel relaxed yet effective. Even though learning a new language can sometimes be intimidating, the teacher's approach made it fun and approachable. The classes were well-structured and focused on practical communication skills, which helped me improve my Chinese in just a short time. I noticed real progress, especially in listening and speaking.

In the afternoons, we participated in a wide variety of cultural activities. These included exploring famous landmarks, playing traditional games like mahjong, and experiencing local food. These activities weren’t just fun—they also provided the chance to use Chinese in real-life situations. For example, ordering food at local restaurants or asking for directions gave us the opportunity to apply what we learned in class in a natural setting. This hands-on practice helped me gain more confidence and made the learning process feel much more meaningful.

Another great aspect of the camp was the opportunity to immerse ourselves in Chinese culture. From visiting historical sites to learning about daily life traditions, I felt that I gained a deeper cultural understanding beyond just the language. This cultural exposure is something you can’t easily get from textbooks or online classes.

That said, like any program, there are a few areas that could be improved. The schedule was quite packed, so there wasn’t a lot of downtime for rest or personal exploration. Some students, especially beginners, may also find it challenging to keep up if the group includes people with mixed skill levels. In a few cases, I wished there was more support in English for instructions or clarification during activities. While the camp was well-organized overall, the pace and intensity might not suit everyone.

Despite these minor challenges, I would still highly recommend this camp to anyone who is interested in learning Chinese and experiencing the culture firsthand. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to improve your existing skills, this camp offers a unique blend of language learning and cultural immersion that is both fun and effective.

I came in not knowing what to expect, and I’m leaving with improved language skills, greater confidence, and memories I’ll cherish. This camp is a great choice for anyone looking to learn, grow, and explore—all while having a great time.

Silk Mandarin carefully assessed each of us, and tailored the program to our individual needs. We made a lot of progress on our language goals, and the activities provided many opportunities to use new learning while exploring the city.

Special mention to the staff who were all incredibly helpful. They worked hard to give us a memorable summer, and they succeeded!

Honestly everything was beyond our expectations and I would recommend this school to families and students alike. We will be back.

Bahasa Indonesia：
Mengikuti program bahasa Mandarin di Silk Mandarin sangat puas.
Guru-gurunya sangat berpengalaman, program belajar yang menyenangkan dan memperkenalkan budaya China, kelas yang nyaman, serta bertemu dengan banyak teman dari berbagai negara.
Yang paling memuaskan adalah saya menjadi lebih percaya diri dalam berbicara bahasa Mandarin.
Terima kasih Silk Mandarin!

English:
I am very satisfied with the Mandarin Immersion Summer Camp at Silk Mandarin.
The teachers are highly experienced, the lessons are fun and culturally enriching, the classroom environment is comfortable, and I’ve had the chance to meet friends from all over the world.
Most importantly, I’ve become much more confident in speaking Mandarin.
Thank you, Silk Mandarin!

It was so fun to participate in Silk Mandarin’s Chinese Summer Camp. All the teachers and staff, were so patient and welcoming, and everyone else at the camp was also so friendly, which made it such an enjoyable learning experience. The classes mainly focused on practising speaking in Chinese, which can be very useful in everyday situations. I think these sessions have greatly improved my vocabulary and given me more confidence to speak Chinese. They would also prepare delicious food for us everyday after class, along with engaging activities to allow us to explore Shanghai and learn more about the Chinese culture. Each day was well-planned, allowing us to visit Shanghai’s most well-known sites, including the Pearl Tower. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I really hope to visit again. Thank you Silk Mandarin! :)

The camp was incredibly detailed, offering us many opportunities to not only improve our language skills but also our understanding of chinese culture.

I would say that the excursions in particular (to around Shanghai and Suzhou) were very fun, allowing us to experience using Chinese Mandarin in real life.

Throughout the camp we were given good food options which allowed us to be nourished, and they were all delicious!

Id say that it’s definitely worth the money and worth going to (for both the learning experience and activities)!

The way they approach you is really good and beyond the materials their blending system is awesome. I strongly suggest them. They arrange a lot of events, also if you face any problem for example about housing or travelling etc they genuinely help a lot. I started the course from the belowest point lets say, I was just like 你好，谢谢 and now can read news in Chinese in 1 year. Moreover, they accept critics and if there is an error about sth like about your program, schedule whatever you can imagine they are reacting in a good way. I changed my time period for several times because of some neccesities.

This is my first time in Shanghai and I’ve chosen Silk Mandarin as the place where I’ll study Chinese - I didn’t expect that I’ll not only learn some vocabulary, grammar, etc., but also have that much speaking practice. Lessons are well-structured, the school provides a huge amount of useful study materials for previews and reviews, so I have a chance to go through the topics again, and after every class.

Every teacher at Silk Mandarin talks to you several times a day during the breaks so that you can practice more. I was really afraid of speaking in Chinese, even though I had a good basis, but thanks to the program, I’m not afraid of asking people for help on the streets if I need something. It is also possible to have small talk with the natives now!

Special thanks to teacher Jane - she taught me a lot of new things and it is not only about the lessons, she has also showed me that it is better to try to say something in the language you studying, make a mistake and try to rephrase your answer than to sit in silence and be afraid.

I honestly recommend Silk Mandarin, their lessons and attitude helped me to improve my Chinese level, especially speaking skills. I hope we’ll meet again someday :)

I believe that Silk Mandarin is a wonderful opportunity to learn Chinese. The teachers are very understanding and friendly. The exercises we were given turned out to be highly effective. I've been studying Chinese at Silk Mandarin not for long, but I already feel how learning it becomes more effective and enjoyable!! My motivation gets bigger after each lesson because classes are interesting and fun. During our studies, we tried lots of Chinese food. It was so tasty and exciting! We also visited many tourist places and learned a lot about Chinese culture. Thanks to our teachers, it's very interesting to study China more. I'm sure I'll reach my goals and speak Chinese well thanks to this method.

I am a Brazilian living in Shanghai and trying to learn mandarin for some time without progress. Then, I found Silk Mandarin and now I am at the right path. The blended course has an excellent methodology: you study by yourself before classes and review after them. The online classes presentend by Jasmine are very educative and my teacher, Hanna, is very well prepared. I think the best way to learn chinese is through repetition and Silk Mandarin's program is designed to offer lots of repetion and exercises until you can really learn.

Before joining Silk Mandarin, I was really struggling with motivation and structure in my Chinese learning. It was hard to access the right materials, and speaking felt overwhelming—especially because I couldn’t fully understand the grammar rules with previous teachers.

Since joining Silk Mandarin, everything has changed. The platform is super easy to use and accessible anytime, which is a huge plus for someone like me with a busy schedule. Their flexibility with timing has also been incredibly helpful.

What’s made the biggest difference is the Slow Motion Technique—it breaks down grammar in a way that finally makes sense and sticks in my memory. Now, even though I’m still at the beginning of my journey, I already feel much more comfortable speaking Chinese. Silk Mandarin made learning fun and effective, and I’m excited to keep going!