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Chinese language schools in Shanghai

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Shanghai

Shanghai city rating by our language course clients

Overall4.7
Nightlife
4.5
Friendliness of locals
4.4
Interesting things to do
4.6
Geographic setting
4.2
Public transport
4.8
Safety
4.6
Climate
4.1
Cleanliness
4.4
Affordability
4.2
Shopping
4.6

Best Chinese schools in Shanghai by category - age group

TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
That's Mandarin
Students 18-30 years
4.8 (5)
TOP Rated by
Students 31-49 years
LTL Mandarin School
Students 31-49 years
4.5 (2)
TOP Rated by
Students all ages
That's Mandarin
Students all ages
4.6 (9)
TOP Rated by
Value for money
That's Mandarin
Value for money
4.9 (8)
TOP Rated by
Location of school
That's Mandarin
Location of school
4.7 (9)

10 language schools in Shanghai from CN¥1,615 for a 1 week Chinese course

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GoEast Mandarin School, Shanghai
GoEast Mandarin School, Shanghai
Embassy Junior Centre, Shanghai
That's Mandarin, Shanghai
That's Mandarin, Shanghai
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Shanghai
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Shanghai
LTL Mandarin School, Shanghai
LTL Mandarin School, Shanghai
Hutong School, Shanghai
Hutong School, Shanghai
Influent, Shanghai
Influent, Shanghai
SN Mandarin, Shanghai
SN Mandarin, Shanghai
Shanghai MEIZHI Mandarin School, Shanghai
Shanghai MEIZHI Mandarin School, Shanghai

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Shanghai ratings & reviews

What our students said about Shanghai

For me as a first time traveler to China, Shanghai was probably the best Chinese city to visit as a foreigner since it was very internationally orientated, offered both a lot of Chinese (also from many different provinces) and western cuisine and had enough attractions and landmarks to easily fill two weeks of stay.

5.0Max Germany

Shanghai is a beautiful city, so many wonderful places to visit, excellent public transportation, shopping malls everywhere, and really affordable prices.

3.0Antonella Italy

Interesting city to visit. Difficult sometimes if you don't know mandarin!

5.0Gabriela Singapore

Shanghai is not clean but there are many sights to see.

1.0Akiho Japan

We liked it all. It's a very nice town.

5.0Kathrin Germany

What language school directors said about Shanghai

1. One of the most developped but oldest cities in China to experience the newest development and business and the history & culture

Jane Feng
Jane FengDirector of SN Mandarin, has lived in Shanghai since 2005

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Shanghai

That's Mandarin

Definitely, the teachers are very good, helpful in answering questions asked and explaining the lesson. I really saw my Chinese level improve day by day.

4 September 2025
Course: Intensive Group - 8 weeks
Student age: 42 years

4.6| 9 reviews
Antonella That's Mandarin
That's Mandarin

The teaching software used in the classroom was very great; Teachers were nice and qualified; Students from many different countries visited this school, so I was not only able to learn about Chinese culture through our teacher but also gained diverse insides through other students

4 September 2023
Course: Intensive Group - 2 weeks
Student age: 21 years

4.6| 9 reviews
That's Mandarin

Friendly, helpful, clean, drinks available.

21 January 2020
Course: Intensive Group - 1 week
Student age: 52 years

4.6| 9 reviews
That's Mandarin

The teachers are all really friendly and helpful. With the help of the App, course material can also be worked on online. In addition, the material is always printed out after the lesson. At the beginning of each lesson there is a small repetition, which I personally find very good, because this strengthens what has been learned. Every question, including organizational questions, was thoroughly dealt with and answered. Although you are not the only student in the school, concerns were dealt with attentively and quickly, so that no questions remained unanswered. This applies both to the lessons themselves, as well as to the organizational aspects (e.g. app access, etc.). The location is great, directly at the Jing'n Temple metro station.
I am really very happy to have chosen this school. At the beginning I was not sure at which level my language skills were. But already after 1 day my courses were adjusted so that they were perfect and individually tailored to me. In unclear cases just talk to the teachers, they always do their best to put together the ideal package for everyone. So in the end I had a mixture of part-time and full-time and 1 on 1 classes. So if you can't decide what to choose, just talk to the teachers. It can always be customized afterwards. This flexibility is really not a matter of course for language schools. Also, emails or inquiries were answered quickly.

30 April 2018
Course: Intensive Group - 3 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.6| 9 reviews

Information about Shanghai

Why Shanghai? Today Shanghai offers amazing contrasts between traditional and futuristic China. The once small fishing port is now a world famous international port, the biggest city in China and the 6th biggest city in the world in terms of population density. Shanghai is also the birthplace of China's tourist industry.

Key facts about Shanghai

Population: XL 22,316,000
Region: Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality
Name of city in Chinese: 上海
Visa: Nationals from USA require a visa to enter and study in China. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 05 May 2025 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information, please consult with the embassy or consulate of China in your country. List of embassies and consulates of China on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China.
High season: July
Low season: February
Average course price per week (High season): 4,838 CNY
Average course price per week (Low season): 3,067 CNY

Weather in Shanghai

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What to do in Shanghai

Jade Buddha Temple
Jade Buddha Temple
Shanghai Tower
Shanghai Tower
Shanghai World Financial Center
Shanghai World Financial Center
Qibao
Qibao
The Bund
The Bund
Jin Mao Tower
Jin Mao Tower

Arrival airports

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) - 11 km. from Shanghai city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 10 minutes, 15 minutes.

Main stops: Hongquiao Airport T2, Weining Road

Taxi: 12 minutes drive to city center of Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) - 34 km. from Shanghai city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 15 minutes, 15 minutes.

Main stops: Shanghai Pudong Airport, Longyang Road + Longyang Road, Century Park

Taxi: 45 minutes drive to city center of Shanghai

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about Chinese courses in Shanghai

My children are in Grade 1 and Grade 3 in Singapore International School, they are not beginners.
The school will test before the course start, and groups will be organized based on the test results.
Course for juniors should be selected according to the age range marked in the course name.
Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023

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