That's MandarinHangzhou, China
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What we like about the school
- Monthly Bilingual Nights where students play games, network and converse with local and international students.
- Fully equipped kitchen available for students to use in a big social space with a foosball table.
- Chinese movie nights.
- Small class sizes
- E-learning platform.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school
Location: Hutong school is in the south of Hangzhou, in the Shangcheng District. It is in the north of the region, close to the West Lake. The school is in a busy area, with lots of restaurants, bars, grocery stores and shops. There is a shopping mall 11 minutes by foot from the school.
Getting around: The Longxiangqiao Metro Station is just behind Hutong School. It is a station on Line One, which connects throughout the city and runs past both the Hangzhou and East Railway Station. There are a number of bus routes that run past the school.
Major attractions: The central feature of the city is the West Lake, which is under 10 minutes by foot from Hutong School. The Leifeng Pagoda is south of the river, and students can reach here by foot in just under an hour. In the centre of the lake, the Three Pools are Mirroring the Moon. The northern point to visit is close to the school.
Course structure: The school offers an intensive Chinese programme that can be booked as a stand-alone course or combined with accommodation as a package. Hutong School also offers an internship programme and a gap year package.
- The language school That's Mandarin was founded in Hangzhou, China in 2005.
- Legal name / parent company: Shanghai Sidaorui Culture & Communication Co.,Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 91310106574180290W
Chinese Courses
General Language
Intensive Course ![Popular Chinese course]( "Popular Chinese course")
20 lessons per week
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8 students (max)
Offer! from
2700CNY 2565CNY
Based on the price of 4 weeks
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
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| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 6200 5890 | 9300 8835 | 10800 10260 | 13500 12825 | 16200 15390 | 20000 19000 | 25000 23750 | 30000 28500 | 40000 38000 | 60000 57000 |
Intensive Group Chinese Course in Hangzhou is perfect for students who want to learn more within a limited period of time.
With 15 classes per week, you’ll boost your Chinese skills rapidly. The program is suitable for beginners and learners who want to quickly take their Mandarin to the next level.
You will be busy with classes, but that’s what intensive study is all about.
- Perfect for Short-Term Students: This program is designed for students who want to accomplish more within a shorter period of time.
- High Effectiveness: It’s a time-saving, intensive program that features classes every day, 5 days a week. In 4 weeks, you will complete one TM level of study – so it’s a great option for those who want to master the language fast.
- Small Group Class: With only up to 8 students/class, you’ll get more attention from the teacher and learn more in one lesson. Plus you can meet other international students from different countries/backgrounds.
Special note for 2024 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2024 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2023 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2024 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
See starting dates for absolute beginners Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
08 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
08 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Online
Online One-to-One Lessons
16 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
Offer! from
5680CNY 5396CNY
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | 5680 5396 | 9760 9272 | -- | 18240 17328 | -- | -- | -- | 36480 34656 | -- | -- | -- |
About the program
The Online Chinese Course is perfect for students abroad who want to learn Chinese remotely.
Online classes are also a good option for students who don’t have enough time to come to school. By using the school's in-house learning platform NihaoCafe, you can have online Mandarin classes with the teachers anytime, anywhere.
Course Description
Lesson schedule and content of your private classes can be flexible. Your teacher will customize your study process according to your interests, learning style & pace, and goals.
Course curriculum can be tailor-made based on your learning goals, for example, with focus on business vocabulary or on HSK preparation. Our teachers will be there to help you track and boost your learning progress.
Course Features
- Flexible Lesson Content
Lesson content is customized to your needs, based on your interests and goals.
- Flexible Schedule
You can take either an intensive course or a part-time course, and choose your own class time and duration (subject to availability).
- Personalized Attention
With one-to-one classes, you have the teacher at your full disposal to help you at every inch of your learning progress.
Course Curriculum
- Conversational Practice
All of the Chinese lessons focus on building your speaking and listening skills, with a special emphasis on pronunciation, intonation and the proper use of grammar.
You will also build up your vocabulary. In no time, you will be able to understand and express yourself fluently in daily conversations with the local Chinese.
- Reading & Writing
You have the option to add Reading & Writing classes to your program. From reading a menu to an article, you will be able to recognize many Chinese characters.
Reading and writing is an essential aspect of the Chinese language that will improve your overall comprehension skills in listening, speaking and understanding Mandarin.
- HSK Preparation
The official Chinese proficiency exam, HSK, is not just used for Chinese university entrance anymore. Your HSK test score can determine the number of points you can gain to count towards your Chinese work visa eligibility.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Day
General course schedule
3-4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1, 2, 4, 8 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Private
One-to-One Intensive Course 20
20 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
Offer! from
7100CNY 6745CNY
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
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| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 7100 6745 | 12200 11590 | 18300 17385 | 22800 21660 | 28500 27075 | 34200 32490 | 45600 43320 | 57000 54150 | 68400 64980 | 91200 86640 | 136800 129960 |
One-to-one private Chinese course in Hangzhou is the best choice for students who seek personalized attention and want to learn Chinese at their own pace and time.
The lesson schedule and content are flexible.
Available time slots:
08:00 - 09:50 | 10:00 - 11:50 | 13:00 - 14:50.
15:00 - 16:50 | 17:00 - 18:50 | 19:00 - 20:50.
Teachers will customize your study process according to your own interests, so you can achieve your goals.
- Flexible Lesson Content: Lesson content is customized to your
needs, based on your interests and goals.
- Flexible Schedule: You can choose your own class time and duration
(subject to availability).
- Personalized Attention: In one-to-one classes, you have the teacher
at your full disposal to help you with every inch of your learning
progress.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Day
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
One-to-One Intensive Course 30
30 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
Offer! from
10650CNY 10118CNY
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 10650 10118 | 18300 17385 | 27450 26078 | 34200 32490 | 42750 40613 | 51300 48735 | 68400 64980 | 85500 81225 | 102600 97470 | 136800 129960 | 205200 194940 |
One-to-one private Chinese course in Hangzhou is the best choice for students who seek personalized attention and want to learn Chinese at their own pace and time.
The lesson schedule and content are flexible.
Available time slots:
08:00 - 09:50 | 10:00 - 11:50 | 13:00 - 14:50.
15:00 - 16:50 | 17:00 - 18:50 | 19:00 - 20:50.
We will customize your study schedule and content.
Teachers will customize your study process according to your own interests, so you can achieve your goals.
- Flexible Lesson Content: Lesson content is customized to your
needs, based on your interests and goals.
- Flexible Schedule: You can choose your own class time and duration
(subject to availability).
- Personalized Attention: In one-to-one classes, you have the teacher
at your full disposal to help you with every inch of your learning
progress.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Day
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Information for all courses offered by That's Mandarin
Comments about courses
CNY 500 fee for any changes the student wants to make after signing up. Textbook for total beginners costs CNY 200/book, 7 books in total.
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 200 CNY per course level.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 08 Feb 2024 - 17 Feb 2024, 04 Apr 2024, 05 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024 - 05 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 17 Sep 2024, 18 Sep 2024, 01 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 08 Feb 2024 - 17 Feb 2024, 04 Apr 2024, 05 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024 - 05 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 17 Sep 2024, 18 Sep 2024, 01 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Chinese language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Note: All courses offered by That's Mandarin, Hangzhou can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
That's Mandarin
Chinese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at That's Mandarin and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Free after-class access to language learning software
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms: 11Number of public PC workstations: 1Free parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 600
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 400
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 9
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA require a visa to enter and study in China.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
1000 CNY
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
600 CNY
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Questions and answers about That's Mandarin
- Is a 1-year course at That's Mandarin, Hangzhou possible?
“The class period is up to 24 weeks. Because of the visa period, the students need to reapply for the visa after the complete 24-weeks course, at the same time, they need to apply for it outside of mainland China. ”Jade Wu, Course Consultant from That's Mandarin, Hangzhou - Sep 18, 2023
FAQ about That's Mandarin, Hangzhou
- What is the best price for a course at That's Mandarin, Hangzhou?Chinese courses at That's Mandarin start at 2565 CNY for Intensive Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is it possible to take a course at That's Mandarin as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course
- What is the number of students per class at That's Mandarin?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at That's Mandarin varies from 1 students (Online One-to-One Lessons) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at That's Mandarin?100% of teachers at That's Mandarin hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of That's Mandarin from?The highest Nationality percentage at That's Mandarin comes from USA with a 27% representation, followed by students from England (20%) and Germany (15%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- That's Mandarin offers courses for which ages?That's Mandarin offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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