Best Chinese schools in Shanghai by category
Shanghai Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 16 schools
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Chinese course types in Shanghai
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General Chinese courses
Conventional adult Chinese courses come in a range of styles such as general courses, intensive courses, combination courses and long term courses.- Learn Chinese & Live with Teacher - Shanghai (45)
- Standard Chinese Course - Shanghai (23)
- Chinese & Culture - Shanghai (23)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - Shanghai (8)
- Combi: Group + Private - Shanghai (6)
- Evening - Shanghai (4)
- Travelling Classroom - Shanghai (2)
- Language Year - Shanghai (2)
- Senior (50 plus) - Shanghai (1)
- Chinese Conversation / Communication - Shanghai (1)
- Weekend - Shanghai (1)
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Private Chinese courses
Private Chinese package courses can be taken either individually or with a friend who holds the same Chinese level. Packages can be taken alone or with a general Chinese course. -
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Business Chinese courses
Business Chinese classes come as packages of group or private classes, and have been tailor-made for professionals to know the fashionable Chinese used within this field. -
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Chinese exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific Chinese exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.- HSK - Shanghai (9)
- DELF/DALF - Shanghai (1)
- Other exams - Shanghai (1)
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Junior Chinese courses
Junior Chinese courses have a selection of programmes available for teens or pre-teens to spend their school holidays meeting new people and improving their Chinese. -
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Work & Study Chinese programmes
Work & Study packages combine general Chinese classes with an internship, volunteering programme or an academic preparation course for further education. -
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Specialty courses Chinese
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a Chinese language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category. -
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Chinese plus activity courses
Make the most of your time when studying abroad by adding an extra curriculum experience, such as a sport or cultural activity, to learning Chinese.
Shanghai ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Shanghai
What our students said about Shanghai
Interesting city to visit. Difficult sometimes if you don't know mandarin!
Singapore
Shanghai is not clean but there are many sights to see.
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
Friendly, helpful, clean, drinks available.
21 January 2020
Course: Intensive Group (TM Levels 1-10) - 1 week
Student age: 52 years
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
The open-minded, helpful, friendly and cheerful team.
15 November 2011
Course: Standard Course 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 71 years
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
location, atmosphere, teachers, activities... everything.
14 April 2011
Course: General Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 37 years
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
Willingness to help & kindness of staff
17 December 2008
Course: General Group 20 - 9 weeks
Student age: 25 years
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
Information about Shanghai
Key Facts about Shanghai
- 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)
- Residential voltage: 220 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Shanghai
What to do in Shanghai
Arrival airports
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
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 about courses in Shanghai
- What is the best language school for adults in Shanghai?That's Mandarin has received the best overall rating in Shanghai.Which Chinese school in Shanghai has the best location?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.How did students rate Shanghai compared to other cities?Students rated Shanghai with 4.6 stars out of 5.What is the best airport to arrive to in Shanghai?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.What type of business Chinese courses are offered in Shanghai?In Shanghai the following courses are offered specifically for business Chinese: Business Chinese Group, Business Chinese Private.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 Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023
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