Silk Mandarin Language School Reviews

My 9 yr old attended the two week language camp in Shanghai. All of the instructors and staff were very friendly and highly engaged. They had good teacher ratios and were very good about getting them to participate and keep speaking Chinese. The teachers found creative ways for them to practice, from role plays, to interviewing other students in the city, to even the final auction at the end. They had a blast on all of the field trips and activities. Definitely recommend. Very central part of the city making daily life very convenient as well.

I’m a very pleased about my experience learning Mandarin at Silk Mandarin Shanghai.

I chose to learn Mandarin, in the intensive (in-person) course at Silk Mandarin Shanghai while travelling in China. Before beginning, my only goal was to learn a bit of Mandarin for fun (as a HSK1 beginner), but straight away I felt so encouraged by the teachers at Silk - that now I am motivated to continue learning!

The teachers Nina and Chunyan were wonderful - very clear, encouraging and promoted a positive learning atmosphere for our group. My group had 6 students, all of whom were given ample care and attention and we had many opportunities to speak and practice during class.

The intensive course was fast-paced, but felt very well-structured and organised.

The class-in material in the app was a very helpful supplement to what we had learnt during lessons.

The support received from Coco throughout sign-up and duration of course was also very lovely and helpful.

I am so excited to continue learning with Silk Mandarin over the coming months (online), and then also returning to the Shanghai school next year!

My Chinese proficiency has definitely improved since I started attending this school. At first, I was awkward even with simple greetings, but now I can articulate my feelings and thoughts to a certain extent. Not only has my vocabulary expanded, but I have also become much more confident in speaking Chinese than I used to be.

What pleases me most is the significant expansion in my listening comprehension and ability to express myself compared to before. I have gradually grown accustomed to the speed at which the teacher speaks during class, and I can now generally grasp the content of conversations that I initially couldn't follow. Furthermore, unlike the time when I struggled to find the right words to convey my thoughts, I now feel that I can naturally articulate what I want to say during everyday conversations. For instance, I now feel motivated to speak Chinese not only during simple interactions—such as shopping or dining at a restaurant—but also when discussing more in-depth topics like my hobbies or work.

The way the classes were conducted was excellent. Rather than simply memorizing new vocabulary and grammar, we were given numerous opportunities to use them in actual conversations, which allowed me to internalize the language naturally. The teachers also provided careful feedback on my pronunciation; by paying particular attention to tonal differences, I feel that I am now much better understood than before.

The teachers always provided attentive instruction and created an atmosphere where it was easy to ask questions, which helped me stay motivated and keep going. It was incredibly helpful to have an environment where I could ask questions on the spot without feeling embarrassed if I didn't understand something. Learning alongside classmates and encouraging one another also served as a great source of inspiration.

I no longer feel afraid to speak Chinese; in fact, I actually enjoy it now. Sometimes I’m even surprised to hear myself speaking the language, and I owe it all to what I’ve learned at this school.

I have absolutely no regrets about choosing this school. If anyone is on the fence, I highly recommend giving it a try. I can confidently recommend this school to anyone who is serious about learning Chinese. I plan to keep going at my own pace and aim for an even higher level of proficiency.

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この学校に通い始めてから、私の中国語力は確実に向上しました。最初は簡単な挨拶すらぎこちなかったのですが、今では自分の気持ちや考えをある程度まとめて話せるようになりました。自分で知っている単語の数が増えただけでなく、中国語を話すことに以前よりずっと自信を持てるようになりました。

特に嬉しいのは、以前と比べて聞き取りや表現の幅が大きく広がったことです。授業の中で先生が話すスピードにも次第に慣れ、最初は聞き取れなかった会話の内容も、今ではだいたい把握できるようになりました。また、自分の伝えたいことをどう言えばいいか、すぐに言葉が出てこなかった頃と比べると、日常会話の中で「伝えたい」という気持ちが自然に言葉にできるようになったと実感しています。たとえば、買い物やレストランでの簡単なやり取りだけでなく、趣味や仕事の話など、少し深い内容でも中国語で話そうという気持ちが湧くようになりました。

授業の進め方もとても良かったです。新しい単語や文法をただ暗記するのではなく、実際の会話の中で何度も使う機会を設けてくださったので、自然と体で覚えられました。また、発音についても丁寧に指摘していただき、特に声調の違いを意識することで、以前よりも通じやすくなったと感じています。

先生方はいつも丁寧に指導してくださり、質問しやすい雰囲気を作ってくれていたので、継続的に頑張ることができました。わからないことがあっても、恥ずかしがらずにその場で質問できる環境があったのは、私にとってとても大きかったです。クラスメートともお互いに励まし合いながら学べたことも、良い刺激になりました。

今では、中国語で話すことが怖くなくなり、むしろ楽しくなっています。中国語を話す自分の姿に驚くこともありますが、それもすべてこの学校での学びのおかげです。

この学校を選んで、本当に後悔していません。もし迷っている方がいれば、ぜひ一度体験してみてほしいと思います。中国語を本気で学びたい方には、自信を持っておすすめできる学校です。これからも自分のペースで続けていきながら、さらに上のレベルを目指していきたいと思っています。

Before finding Silk Mandarin, my learning lacked structure, and I never knew what to study next. I decided to look online for good Chinese schools based in China, which is how I found them on Google.
Since joining, my Chinese has improved a lot! Their learning materials for both listening and writing are great. The lessons are perfectly paced and easy for anyone to follow. What surprised me most was their Slow Motion Technique, I really like it, and it has made a massive difference in my journey. On top of that, the staff are all incredibly kind, amazing at their jobs, and truly know what they are doing. Highly recommended!

The teachers at this school have been a cornerstone of my progress. Thanks to their personalized guidance and constant support with the program, I’ve overcome many challenges, and now I feel fully ready to begin my second course. I highly recommend this school to anyone seeking a real, solid learning experience.

I just completed my HSK 3 Intensive 20 Mandarin course here and highly recommend it. I appreciated how the course is structured—the offline preparation perfectly supports and builds up to the in-class activities. Learning in a group is also lots of fun as you find like minded students interested in improving their mandarin. The online platform is intuitive and user-friendly. A huge thank you to my amazing teacher, Jane, whose guidance made the intermediate material engaging and clear. Liked the course so much I decided to enroll my daughter for the in person camp during the summer.

Sent my kid to this school to expose him to learning some mandarin and Chinese culture. We signed up for 3 dys private session. Books were included in the program. They use technology quite a fair bit so kids are quite hooked. Wanted to join the camp but only available in mid June so we didn’t get a chance to join. Overall good feedback on the teacher from my kid, he also had fun and want to join again. We didn’t go for any housing options. Location is prime and close to where we stay in jing an. Would love to join the camp next time so he could interact with other children

I started learning Mandarin with no previous experience, and joining Silk Mandarin has been one of the best decisions I’ve made.
The 1:1 online lessons are engaging, well structured, and tailored to my learning pace.

What I appreciate most about Silk Mandarin is the combination of high-quality teaching and flexibility. The course fits easily into my schedule, and I’ve been very happy with the progress I’ve made so far. I would definitely recommend Silk Mandarin to anyone interested in learning Chinese.

I’ve signed up for the 1:1 classes that are done online and it’s been absolutely amazing.
I had zero prior experience in Mandarin and I have to say I’m impressed with the results but also with the process.
I have access to an online platform to prepare for my classes and do some work to revise what I’ve previously learned. That helps me get the most out of my 1:1 time with my teacher. She’s great at focusing with me on the areas where I need extra help but also provides amazing insights into Chinese daily life and culture. I really couldn’t ask for a better course, especially because Silk Mandarin is flexible enough to work around my schedule. I couldn’t recommend them more.

I’m finishing HSK1 with Silk Mandarin and I will continue with HSK2.
The classes are well-structured, effective, and above all very engaging. The teachers are patient, encouraging, and truly know how to adapt to each student’s pace while maintaining high standards and real progress.
The atmosphere is both professional and welcoming, which makes you want to study consistently without unnecessary pressure.
An excellent school for learning Chinese seriously while still enjoying the process.
Don’t hesitate!