Program Reviews

I have been studying at That's Mandarin Beijing for the past seven months and have seen steady improvement in my Mandarin skills. When I started, I had some prior knowledge but still struggled with grammar and sentence structure. The teachers carefully evaluated my level and tailored the lessons to help me fill in those gaps, which was incredibly helpful.

The school’s flexible schedules and interactive materials really stood out to me—they make learning efficient and enjoyable. I especially appreciate the practical focus during lessons, like how we practiced ordering food in Chinese before a group outing to a local restaurant. These events not only gave me a chance to use Mandarin in real-life situations but also boosted my confidence.

After just four weeks, I was thrilled to be able to have basic conversations, even though I still make mistakes. Of course, learning Mandarin is challenging, and some grammar points take time to sink in, but the teachers are always patient and supportive.

I highly recommend this school to anyone serious about improving their Mandarin, especially if you're looking for a mix of structured lessons and practical application.

I invested three months in mastering Chinese with the dedicated team at That’s Mandarin Hangzhou (TMH), and it was an absolute delight! Every moment was cherished, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The instructors are not only amiable and proficient but also incredibly supportive and approachable. TMH goes above and beyond by organizing a plethora of engaging cultural activities, enriching experiences, and enjoyable outings. As an international student, you are warmly welcomed, thoroughly supported, and made to feel right at home. TMH boasts its own proprietary teaching materials and an advanced digital platform, which significantly simplifies the Chinese learning process. Moreover, they adhere to the HSK curriculum, ensuring that you are well-prepared for the HSK exams should you decide to take them.

I started taking classes at That's Mandarin Hangzhou about seven months ago. Before joining, I had some prior knowledge of Mandarin, but my teacher made sure to assess my level and review all the key grammar points with me. Katherine has been a fantastic teacher who takes her job very seriously. Even outside of class, the teachers are always approachable—you can message them if you have questions about the course material or need any help during your stay in China.

The course material is a great blend of the official HSK books and That's Mandarin's own resources, making it well-rounded and engaging. Plus, you get access to NihaoCafe, their online learning platform. It’s full of short videos, dialogues, vocabulary lists, and other tools to help practice listening and speaking skills.

Attentive staff, very good and experienced teachers. I’m not writing this because they forced me to do this, I truly believe it’s a great school to learn fast and efficiently.

Through my job, I had the opportunity to attend other schools. They tend to be more of a money grab than actually trying to provide quality education. At That's Mandarin it’s the opposite. I can highly recommend it.

I left China after two years and it’s been with the help of this school that I can say I made it to conversational level. 谢谢大家

The Chinese language school I attended was truly exceptional. The teachers were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, making the language accessible and enjoyable. The curriculum was well-structured, blending traditional grammar with modern, practical communication skills. The small class sizes ensured personalized attention, and the cultural immersion activities significantly enhanced my understanding and appreciation of Chinese customs. Highly recommended for anyone eager to master Mandarin and dive into Chinese culture!

Very recommended course! I feel that my Chinese is getting better even after 2 weeks of learning. The teachers are very helpful to me and my classmates. Even though sometimes I do not understand the recently learned characters and words, grammar is also difficult but the teachers are very patient with me and my classmates. They helped us to correct our speaking tones even when sometimes we stutter a bit when speaking.

The practical class provided opportunity to learn speaking more fluently, eventhough it is very daunting at first. The community is very warm and welcoming.

I have studied in That's Mandarin Hangzhou for 2 months. Even though I had to leave Hangzhou, my learning journey didn't end. That's Mandarin Hangzhou's online platform has allowed me to continue learning Chinese from anywhere in the world. This continuity is a testament to the school's dedication to their students' success. I'm grateful for the opportunity to keep improving my Chinese, no matter where life takes. That's really a exciting learning experience with all my teachers and classmates..

Desde mi perspectiva fue una experiencia memorable ya que la metodologia de las clases fueron didacticas y divertidad, se disfruta el proceso del aprendizaje ya que los profesores explican de una manera sencilla de entender, dispuesto a corregir y a ayudarte a mejorar, eso hace que el aprendizaje sea mas rapido. De igual manera es divertido que tus classmates tengan edades similares y asi se puede hacer amistades a lo largo del curso. Las instalaciones estan muy bien, limpias, modernas y comodas. Es acogedor el ambiente y me encanta de que hayan bebidad de cortesia para las clases. De igual manera, todo esta muy limpio. El proceso de la inscripcion tambien fue rapido y eficaz. Elegi este curso por la busqueda personal en linea y me convencio mas de inscribirme aqui ya que cuando entre a la red social instagram, habia informacion relevante e interesante que ayudo en inscribirme. Definitivamente recomendaria a mis amigos y a otras personas vivir de esta experiencia, incluso volveria a inscribirme nuevamente. Los profesores de igual manera son bien jovenes, amables y amigables, eso hace que quiera seguir viniendo a clases. Gracias!

English Version:

From my perspective it was a memorable experience since the methodology of the classes was educational and fun, the learning process is enjoyable since the teachers explained in a way that is easy to understand, and willing to correct, and help you improve, which makes learning faster. Likewise, it is fun if your classmates are of similar ages and so you can make friends throughout the course. The facilities are very good, clean, modern and comfortable. The atmosphere is cozy and I love that they have complimentary drinks for classes. Likewise, everything is very clean. The registration process was also quick and efficient. I chose this course due to a personal online search and it convinced me to enroll here since when I entered the social network Instagram, there was relevant and interesting information that helped me enroll. I would definitely recommend this experience to my friends and other people, I would even sign up again. The teachers are also very young, kind, and friendly, which makes me want to keep coming to classes. Thank you!

I like the class and it's very comfortable and the teacher is very fun. I like to study in That's Mandarin I would like to invite my friend to learn Chinese in That's Mandarin and I would love to learn more Chinese language. The teachers are very helpful with my Chinese studies and can answer all of my questions. Their English is impeccable which eases the learning process. The classrooms are spacious and well-lit improving the learning experience. I would recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn Chinese.

I had a great time studying at That's Mandarin Language School. The classes are small so everyone has plenty of time to speak and practice. The class content is very useful and I like using the textbook and videos to study. The teachers are patient and we move through the content at a good pace. Every two weeks we go to nearby shops to practice using what we have learned, and this has helped me feel confident when using Mandarin outside of the classroom. I would recommend this school to anyone looking to study Mandarin in Shanghai.