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16 Chinese Language Schools in Shanghai - Ranking 2023

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Best Chinese schools in Shanghai by category

TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
That's Mandarin
Students 18-30 years
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Students 30-49 years
Mandarin Rocks
Students 30-49 years
4.4

Rating: 4.4

(5)
TOP Rated by
Students all ages
That's Mandarin
Students all ages
4.7

Rating: 4.7

(3)
TOP Rated by
Quality of teaching
That's Mandarin
Quality of teaching
4.7

Rating: 4.7

(3)
TOP Rated by
Value for money
That's Mandarin
Value for money
4.7

Rating: 4.7

(3)

Shanghai Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 16 schools

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Shanghai ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Shanghai

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Shanghai
44 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Shanghai
Nightlife
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Friendliness of locals
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Geographic setting
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Public transport
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Climate
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Cleanliness
3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Affordability
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shopping
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Safety
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

What our students said about Shanghai

5.0

Rating: 5/5

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

Gabriela
Singapore
1.0

Rating: 1/5

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

Akiho
Japan

What 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

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Shanghai

That's Mandarin

Friendly, helpful, clean, drinks available.

21 January 2020
Course: Intensive Group (TM Levels 1-10) - 1 week
Student age: 52 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 3 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 (TM Levels 1-10) - 3 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 3 reviews
iMandarin Chinese Training Institute

The open-minded, helpful, friendly and cheerful team.

15 November 2011
Course: Standard Course 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 71 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 4 reviews
Mandarin Rocks

The location is very good, many restaurants, cafes, shops in the area. The atmosphere at the school is very cozy and friendly. The lessons were instructive and interesting (at intermediate level). The teachers had a real enthusiasm for teaching. Small class size gave everyone an opportunity to interact and practice. Staff offered very useful travel assistance.
A good school in a good city

19 April 2011
Course: General Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 37 years

4.1

Rating: 4.1

| 11 reviews
Mandarin Rocks

location, atmosphere, teachers, activities... everything.

14 April 2011
Course: General Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 37 years

4.1

Rating: 4.1

| 11 reviews
iMandarin Chinese Training Institute

teachers' ability to adaptat to different learners' profiles and the quality of the method used.

10 August 2010
Course: Standard Course 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 45 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 4 reviews
Mandarin Rocks

Willingness to help & kindness of staff

17 December 2008
Course: General Group 20 - 9 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.1

Rating: 4.1

| 11 reviews
Mandarin Rocks

Accomodation
You should have enough free time to enjoy the exciting city of Shanghai! Visa info: if you are Japanese, you don't need a visa up to 2 weeks of stay/language course in China (June 2008).

30 October 2008
Course: General Group 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.1

Rating: 4.1

| 11 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:   22,316,000
Time zone: +18h. (GMT +8)
Region: Shanghai Shi,
Currency: CNY (1 CNY = 0.1412 USD)
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 01 Jan. 1970.
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): 233 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 2,174 CNY
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Student price index excluding rent:65* (35% cheaper than New York)
  • Student price index including rent:54* (46% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:82* (18% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (China average): 25.21 CNY
    (31% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type A
  • Plug Type I
  • Plug Type C
  • Residential voltage: 220 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz

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
Shanghai
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Arrival airports

Shanghai Hongqiao International (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 (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

Public transportation in Shanghai

FAQ about courses in Shanghai

  • That's Mandarin has received the best overall rating in Shanghai.
  • That's Mandarin, located in Wuding Road No. 881, Bldg 1, 5/F, Jing'an District has been voted as the school with the best location in Shanghai.
  • Students rated Shanghai with 4.6 stars out of 5.
  • Best airport to arrive to in Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao International (11.9 km from city center). Alternative airport: Shanghai Pudong International (34.2 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Shanghai.
  • In Shanghai the following courses are offered specifically for business Chinese: Business Chinese Group, Business Chinese Private.
  • 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 Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023

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