Mandarin Rocks, Shanghai, China

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General Information on Mandarin Rocks

The language school Mandarin Rocks was founded in Shanghai, China in 2001. MandarinRocks Chinese Language School occupies three floors of an elegant, Shanghai style townhouse conveniently located in the heart of Shanghai, easily accessible by subway or bus. Nanjing Rd (China's most famous shopping street), historic Jing’an temple , Tongren Rd (popular bar area) are all within only a few minutes walking distance. The school is located in Xing Fu Kang Li, Villa 52, 888 Xinzha Road, 200041 Shanghai (China).

Facilities

The air conditioned building is located in an elegant, central neighborhood of Shanghai. The well equipped school offers a professional and relaxing atmosphere. Student lounge, computers, free wireless Internet connection, printing, faxing service are all available.

Accreditations and Quality seals of Mandarin Rocks, Shanghai

National Education Department, Shanghai Education Bureau, Fudan University, ISPA

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Pudong International Airport (PVG).  It takes 55 minutes by car to school.

All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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General Group 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
275 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Listening, speaking, reading and writing are all integrated in the class to develop and improve students overall language skills. Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 28.May.2012, 11.Jun.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 23.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 12.Nov.2012, 10.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Individual General Chinese
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
550 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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The one-to-one program is ideal for determined students who want to maximize progress during a short stay in Shanghai. Lessons are held in the morning or afternoon. Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Individual HSK Exam Preparation Course
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
605 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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HSK was created for students seeking admission to colleges and universities in China. Students take four lessons every day to study the grammar, vocabulary, listening comprehension, and reading skills necessary to score well on the test. Practice tests are taken each week and reviewed extensively with teacher .We will assist students with registering for the HSK exams. Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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China Summer Camp (age group 7-11/12-15/16-22)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 10
1020 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Camp staff stay with students all the time and take care of everything. Both airport pick-up and drop-off + full board + accommodation in residence + 20 lessons standard course. Application deadline: at least 6 weeks before.
Starting dates	2012: 11.Jun.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 23.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012.
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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General Combined 20 + 5
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 8
413 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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20 lessons Standard Course (morning) + 5 individual lessons (afternoon). Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 28.May.2012, 11.Jun.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 23.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 12.Nov.2012, 10.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35 Afternoon: 14:00  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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General Combined 20 + 10
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 8
550 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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20 lessons Standard Course (morning) + 5 individual lessons (afternoon). Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 28.May.2012, 11.Jun.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 23.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 12.Nov.2012, 10.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35 Afternoon: 14:00  - 15:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Business Group 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
330 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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The course is most popular among executives and professionals but also suitable for students who want to pursue a business career that relates to China. Classes introduce key business concepts and subjects and develop practical language skills for the modern business world. Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 28.May.2012, 11.Jun.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 23.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 12.Nov.2012, 10.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Individual Business Chinese
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
660 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Teaching content would be personalized specifically to students business and professional needs.Particularly suitable for business and professional people and all those who require course tailor-made to their individual needs. Application deadline: at least 4 weeks before.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:35
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

Note: All courses offered by Mandarin Rocks, Shanghai can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	50 minutes
School's administrative fee:	80.00  US$
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 28 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	Cambridge Preliminary ,  HSK
Average examination results:	90 at HSK
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012 - 25.Jan.2012, 04.Apr.2012, 01.May.2012, 23.Jun.2012, 01.Oct.2012 - 03.Oct.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Chinese, English
Languages taught at the school:	Display English courses
Comments about courses:	Lesson length will be shortened to 30min when there are less than two students in one intensive group course. For private tuition, surcharge may occur for lessons given outside of school. Course change fee: US$60.

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Shared apartment
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 900 US$ per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person There are multiple locations of our apartments; all of them are centrally-located in downtown yet in elegant and tranquil neighborhood with easy access to public transportation and restaurants, supermarket, shops, banks and other living facilities nearby. 2 to 4 people share one apartment. Distance from school: 25 minutes walking Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 32 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2012 - 30.Aug.2012
High season	High season supplement in: 15 %

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Private Studio
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1360 US$ per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 49 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2012 - 30.Aug.2012
High season	High season supplement in: 15 %

Comment	Water,gas,electricity are provided Other housing options are arranged upon request. Housing request must be proposed at least 6 weeks before start date.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	yes
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Pudong International Airport: for 60 US$ (one way)

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