I'm so glad I decided to join LTL Chengdu. I have the best teacher! Wei is absolutely amazing. When I signed up for the intensive course I was a bit nervous about the intensity and whether I'd be able to do it but it's been great so far and that's all thanks to Wei! She makes the classes fun and we spend time on various aspects including learning new content, revising existing content, speaking exercises and listening exercises. She mixes things up and there is never a dull moment. She took her time to really understand my goals and is always thinking of how to help me. Each day, she shows up with new ideas on how to help me with my blockers. She also encourages me to speak to locals in mandarin and sometimes accompanies me helping me to get the conversation started. This has really pushed me out of my comfort zone and as a result I've improved so much!!! It's unbelievable how much I've progressed in just two weeks! She is a top-notch teacher and I'm very much looking forward to the rest of the programme.

Thanks LTL Chengdu!!

The program is overall quite good. When compared with other options it is a bit pricy, but it is all inclusive so can be worth while if you are looking for all inclusive. When it comes to teachers, I had two teachers named Jason and Winnie who were both extremely high quality. I also participated in an offer they had called the safari class. The teacher would take us to a culturally significant location or museum with us. They have both 1 on 1 classes as well as group classes which were both good.

I studied at LTL Taipei for a month, and would massively recommend the experience to anyone else interested in learning Chinese and visiting Taiwan. The teachers and staff are all incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and go out of their way to make sure that all the students have the best possible learning environment, and provide a couple of enjoyable, free cultural activities every week as well as daily lunch trips to great (and great-value) local spots. The teaching was at a really good level and I felt that I was really able to improve my level, especially by practicing conversations and speaking , just learning characters from the textbook. I think this is especially valuable if you're at an intermediate/upper-intermediate level and want a chance to apply your vocab to talking about whichever topic you want. Studying was super flexible, and it was super easy to change levels or book new classes when I wanted to. The only thing I can't comment on is the housing/accom situation because I rented independently - but otherwise would happily recommend it.

I had the pleasure of studying Mandarin in Shanghai with Jamie and Ray, and I can confidently say they are both excellent and highly competent teachers. Their lessons go far beyond the textbook: they skillfully integrate real-life situations into the curriculum, making the learning experience both practical and engaging. They also take the time to explain important aspects of Chinese culture, which adds great depth to the classes.

The program is quite intensive, but Jamie and Ray are incredibly dedicated to their students. Even though we all started from zero, they paid close attention to our different abilities and learning speeds, ensuring that everyone could keep up and feel supported.

Another thing I truly appreciated is their availability. They are always open to answering questions, even those that go beyond the official program or classroom context. No matter the topic, they are patient, helpful, and genuinely committed to their students’ progress.

I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn Mandarin in a serious but supportive and enriching environment.

I've studied Mandarin at other schools before and had mostly positive experiences. What sets LTL apart is how connected you feel from day one. The community is extremely strong. In three weeks I made 10+ genuine friends from all over the world. Switzerland, Germany, France, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, the US, and local friends in Taiwan. The social life runs itself because everyone is there for the same reason. I had constant invites to night markets, day trips to Jiufen and Beitou, karaoke, movies, and dinners.

The teachers go well beyond the classroom. Alice tailored my classes to focus on pinyin since I don't read characters, while still keeping the other four students engaged. She kept the classes entertaining and her bright personality shined through in every lesson. Outside of the classroom, she even organized a few events to get to know us on a personal level.

The rest of the staff is also great. Tammy went out of her way to host weekly Mahjong nights and made everyone feel instantly welcome. Riona (the school manager) has an inviting personality that makes both shy and outcoming students feel right at home. Alin worked hard to place me in the right level class — no easy task given my unique situation of being lower-intermediate with no character reading ability. And Cherry was invaluable for translating the more nuanced slang that only someone with native fluency in both Mandarin and English can really bridge. Overall, I felt the entire staff genuinely invested in getting to know their students on a personal level.

Regardless of your level, you will feel right at home. There were beginners, upper-intermediate students, and everyone in between. Everyone in the program speaks strong English so you won't feel lost regardless of where you're starting from.

The two-week minimum and flexible scheduling made it easy to commit. There is no doubt I'll be coming back every year!

I’ve been studying at LTL for two weeks now, with two more to go, and my experience so far has been incredibly positive.

One of the standout aspects of LTL is how customizable the program is. As a heritage speaker, I wanted to focus specifically on daily-life communication and improving my spoken Chinese rather than traditional textbook learning and or writing practise as mostly I just need to use it to get around when visiting, and I don’t intend to work long term or live here long term.

The teachers took this into account from the very beginning and tailored my lessons exactly to my needs, which has made a huge difference in both my confidence and progress.

I also highly recommend the Safari upgrade, as someone doing 1:1 lessons it’s been one of the most valuable parts of my experience. It gives you the chance to practice the language in real-life situations, which really helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and actually using the language day-to-day.

The teaching environment is very welcoming and supportive. Everyone at the school is friendly, and it creates a comfortable space to learn and make mistakes without feeling self-conscious.

My teachers Jamie and Lois in particular have been fantastic — they’re patient, encouraging, and very attentive to my learning goals. They consistently adapt lessons based on what I need more practice in, and they make classes engaging and practical. I’ve felt genuinely supported throughout my time here. They’ve guided me through many daily life scenarios and really held my hand with confidence whilst speaking out in public, no more freezing at the check out!

Overall, I would definitely recommend LTL to anyone looking for a flexible and immersive language learning experience.

I was at LTL Shanghai for three weeks and Ray and Jamie were my teachers. They both did such a good job with creating lessons tailored to our needs and overall it was a really nice and friendly atmosphere. I learned so many new things in such a short amount of time and learning Mandarin doesn't seem impossible anymore. Since we were only 3-4 people in the class, it was really easy to keep up with the curriculum. Also the group activities are so helpful with making connections and exploring the city. Would recommend! Thank you LTL! :)

Summer teacher was the best one I had in my life.
I had really a good time there, I learned a lot of chinese.
Really good Experience, I reccomend this school to all.
Summer is truly the number one—an exceptional professional and an even better person. Her passion, dedication, and ability to make every lesson engaging set her apart from anyone else. She explains everything with clarity and patience, making even difficult topics feel simple. Learning with her is always motivating and enjoyable. I couldn’t ask for a better teacher—highly recommended to anyone looking for the best! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐