SN Mandarin Shanghai, China
- Quality Mandarin School rewarded by IATCSOL since 2013.
- APP online school developed for you to learn free and on the go.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Location: SN Mandarin Shanghai is located in the mega-metropolis of Shanghai, the biggest city in China. The school is within the city centre with everything close by, including restaurants, gyms, shopping malls, office buildings, supermarkets and local residences. Attractions within walking distance of the school include the Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Times Square shopping mall, Dajing Ge Pavilion, the Peoples Park, Shanghai Grand Theatre and Nanjing Road.
Course selection The school provides many courses, ranging from General Mandarin taught in groups, available to all levels and over various intensities, to Business Mandarin, Private tuition and Academic Semesters. Programmes in Business and Political studies are also available, in addition to Exam Preparation (HSK).
Getting around: The school is a 3-minute walk from the closest metro station and has several bus stops nearby.
Social and cultural: Shanghai is the biggest city in China and is also the business hub of the country. Some of the city's main attractions include the Jade Buddha Temple, the Jing´an Temple, the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, Disneyland, the Tianzifang neighbourhood, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, and much more.
Accommodation: The school offers accommodation in local homestay families, shared apartments and residential facilities. Homestay accommodation is available with half-board (breakfast & 1 meal), whereas the residential or shared apartment facilities come with no meals.
Chinese Courses
Small Group-Semester Chinese Program in Shanghai - Intensive 20 Lessons/Week-Student Visa Supported
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$280$266 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1,120 1,064 | 1,620 1,539 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,120 2,964 | 3,680 3,496 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,320 4,104 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Learn Chinese Fast and Fun in Shanghai - Intensive 30 Lessons/Week Student Visa Supports Provided
This course tends to sell out quickly!30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$400$380 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,340 2,223 | 3,120 2,964 | 3,800 3,610 | 5,600 5,320 | 6,600 6,270 | 7,920 7,524 | 15,000 14,250 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Learn Chinese Fast and Fun in Shanghai - Flexible 12 Lessons/Week12 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$230$219 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 920 874 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,760 1,672 | 2,100 1,995 | 3,040 2,888 | 3,400 3,230 | 3,840 3,648 | 7,500 7,125 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Lessons take place 3 days a week.
- General course schedule
- 2-3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Semester Group Course (Medium Group) 12 Lessons / Week-Student Visa Supports Provided16 lessons per week | 20 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$160$152 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 24 | 36 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,600 3,420 | 5,220 4,959 | 7,000 6,650 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026
This program is only available for applicants who have already passed HSK 5.
It's 3 days of the comprehensive Chinese language courses per week and 2 days of DIY language and business practice arranged by applicants.
Student visa supporting documents are to be issued.
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 18, 24, 36, 50 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 20 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Semester Group Course (Medium Group) 20 Lessons/Week-Student Visa Supports Provided20 lessons per week | 20 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$220$209 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 24 | 36 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 220 209 | 440 418 | 660 627 | 880 836 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,680 1,596 | 2,000 1,900 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,800 4,560 | 7,200 6,840 | 10,000 9,500 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
This program is only available for applicants who have already passed HSK 5.
It's 5 days of the comprehensive Chinese language courses per week.
Student visa supporting documents are to be issued.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-50 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 20 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Semester Chinese Program - Intensive 20 - Student Visa Supports Provided20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$280$266 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1,120 1,064 | 1,620 1,539 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,600 2,470 | 4,160 3,952 | 5,000 4,750 | 5,760 5,472 | 11,520 10,944 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 11 May 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026
Includes 20 weeks of group language lessons and 2 weeks of one-to-one lessons.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Flexible, Private and Tailor-Made 1-on-1: 12 Lessons / Week-Student Visa Supports Provided10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$400$380 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,280 2,166 | 3,040 2,888 | 3,600 3,420 | 5,600 5,320 | 6,800 6,460 | 7,680 7,296 | 14,400 13,680 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
12 Jan 2026, 09 Feb 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026
This is a very flexible and efficient program for applicants who wants to have an intensive one-to-one study in Shanghai. The school offers student visa documents to support applicants to apply for student visa.
The class schedule listed is for reference and it can be discussed according to student's schedule.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 10 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Our prices for SN Mandarin include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
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SN Mandarin
“Come to SN Mandarin and realize your Chinese dream today”
- Chinese teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 45% male / 55% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at SN Mandarin and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2007
General school facilities
Restaurant
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Cafeteria
Student support desk
Balcony / terrace
Garden
Lounge
Free after-class access to language learning software
Daily press
Library
Computer lab
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 15
- Number of public PC workstations: 5
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 15% |
| England | 15% |
| Spain | 15% |
| France | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Germany | 5% |
| Vietnam | 5% |
| Brazil | 3% |
| Netherlands | 3% |
| Sweden | 3% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Venezuela | 2% |
| Chile | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 8% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 31% |
| 25-34 years | 40% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 4% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 300Adult courses - Throughout the year: 200Junior courses - In summer: 20Junior courses - Throughout the year: 60
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years10 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 3Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 18 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by SN Mandarin
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $100
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $50 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Learn Chinese in Shanghai with Intensive Chinese Course
A great choice to learn the communication essentials of Chinese, listening, speaking and reading skills.
Surrounded in an international environment, you will be placed at your level in a group class. You will benefit from group class interaction, while getting personalised attention from the teacher. You will not learn quicker or better anywhere else!- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 25 US$. 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.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 04 May 2026, 05 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 25 Sep 2026, 01 Oct 2026, 02 Oct 2026, 03 Oct 2026, 04 Oct 2026.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Airport transfer
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
- $100 one way
$200 return (both ways) - Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
- $70 one way
$140 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Chinese Calligraphy
- Chinese food
- Outdoor visits
- Monthly cultural activities
- Outdoor Taichi class Adults - Paid activities
- - Spring outing
- Autumn outing
- Videos about leisure activities at SN Mandarin Shanghai
Accommodation
Homestay Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in $ | 250 | 500 | 700 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1840 | 2300 | 2760 | -- | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 7:00-21:30
- Check-out
- Saturday 6:30-17:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $100 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $50 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Optional at 100US$
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 35
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Terms of SN Mandarin
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school






- Legal name/parent company
- Shanghai XinFu Wenhua Chuanbo Youxian Gongsi | Tax registration ID: 91310116550010588F
Visa Documents
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 150 US$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 50 US$
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.










