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GoEast Mandarin School
Shanghai, China

Room 705, No. 801, Changle Road - 200031 Shanghai - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Classes focus on fluency and conversation.

Location: GoEast Mandarin School Shanghai is a Chinese language school located in the metropolis of Shanghai, China. The school is housed on Changle Rodd, French Concession in the Xuhui District, surrounded by high-end shopping malls, eateries, restaurants, shops and several attractions. Such attractions within short local transport journeys of the school include Longhua Temple, Xujiahui Park, Shanghai Arts and Crafts Museum, Shanghai Library and much more.

Course selection The school provides a wide range of Chinese courses for students of all ages and levels. In addition to General Chinese programmes, the school also provides Speaking Chinese, Chinese for kids, Business Chinese and HSK Exam preparation programmes. Private tuition is also available in conjunction with, or independently from, any other course. Online courses may also be readily available upon request.

Getting around: The school has excellent links to public transport, with the Shanghai Library metro station and Changshu Road metro station close by.

Social and cultural: Shanghai is a city of many happenings of festivals with social and cultural value. In addition to the that which students will find in the city independently from the school, GoEast Mandarin School in Shanghai also provides regular events of its own such as open speaking and cultural classes for days like Chinese Valentine's Day or discussions on your favourite Bubble Tea, Fun Chinese slang and more.

Chinese Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 0 0 6,800 6,460 0 0 0 18,360 17,442 0 0 34,680 32,946
Price in US$ 936 2,525 4,769
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 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: 9:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:50
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 0 0 6,800 6,460 0 0 0 18,360 17,442 0 0 34,680 32,946
Price in US$ 936 2,525 4,769
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 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: 9:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:50
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Beginner (Upper A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 0 0 6,800 6,460 0 0 0 18,360 17,442 0 0 34,680 32,946
Price in US$ 936 2,525 4,769
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 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: 9:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:50
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 0 0 6,800 6,460 0 0 0 18,360 17,442 0 0 34,680 32,946
Price in US$ 936 2,525 4,769
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 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: 9:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:50
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min
Junior
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 6,800 6,460 0 12,800 12,160 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 936 1,761
Starting dates
2026: 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026

Includes 3 hours a day of Chinese lessons, and snacks will be provided.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
7 years
Age range:
7 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (CN¥) Our price (CN¥) 0 10,800 10,260 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 1,486
Starting dates
2026: 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026

The course offers 3 hours of Chinese lessons and 3 hours of activities each day, with lunches and snacks provided.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 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: 9:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
7 years
Age range:
7 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min

Our prices for GoEast Mandarin School include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 1000CNY

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GoEast Mandarin School

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Chinese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
95% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
70% male / 30% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at GoEast Mandarin School and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2012

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Self-study areas

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 9

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 30%
Germany 20%
England 10%
Brazil 5%
France 5%
Thailand 5%
Spain 3%
Other nationalities 22%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 15%
18-24 years 15%
25-34 years 30%
35-50 years 30%
>50 years 10%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 150
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 150
Junior courses - In summer: 150
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 150
Minimum age of students
16 years
7 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 11
Adult courses Throughout the year: 11
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Information for all courses offered by GoEast Mandarin School

Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately CN¥700 per course level.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 17 Feb 2026, 18 Feb 2026, 19 Feb 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 01 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:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Chinese language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 240 12
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 480 24
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 540 27
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 600 30
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 660 33
C2 Proficiency
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.

Airport transfer

Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
CN¥300 one way
CN¥600 return (both ways)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
CN¥250 one way
CN¥500 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered

Adults - Paid activities

- Dragon Boat Festival
activity possibledistance from school
Cooking-
Dancing2 km
Football (soccer)-
Mountainbiking-
Tennis-
Volleyball-

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FAQ about GoEast Mandarin School, Shanghai

What is the best price for a course at GoEast Mandarin School, Shanghai?
“Chinese courses at GoEast Mandarin School start at 1615 CNY for Intensive Chinese Course - Daily Life - Total beginner course with 12 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at GoEast Mandarin School as an absolute beginner?
Is airport pickup offered by GoEast Mandarin School?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (300 CNY), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (250 CNY)”
Which countries are students of GoEast Mandarin School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at GoEast Mandarin School comes from USA with a 30% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and England (10%).”
GoEast Mandarin School offers courses for which ages?
“GoEast Mandarin School offers courses from 7 years (Junior Summer Camp - Academic Chinese Booster , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.”

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Terms of GoEast Mandarin School

First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
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Tax registration ID: 913101105931525948

Visa Documents

Nationals from Australia 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.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: CN¥300
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North America: CN¥400
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South America: CN¥400
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Africa: CN¥500
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Oceania: CN¥400
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Asia: CN¥250
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.
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