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One-to-one Intensive Chinese

Dalian Smile Chinese International Training Institute

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Course description

The Intensive course is for students who want to maximize their language learning practice during their stay. The courses focus heavily on general Chinese ability. This One-to-one Chinese class is very flexible for schedule and content, which is just tailored made for students' needs. These lessons also provide the opportunity to learn the local culture and customs if students have interest.
The classes stress the use of language in everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day, students will work on grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, while in the other 2 lessons, they will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Textbooks and a variety of other materials are used in instruction, including role-playing, newspapers, magazines and other materials. Students focus on special topics and classes in the afternoon. Topics include: fluency practice, daily pratical use, local culture, current events, politics, and research using the internet. Intermediate and advanced students also have the option of studying in the test-preparation and business classes.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
4-10 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Saturday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
08:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Dalian to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 8 - 60 years old
Average 20 years old
(16 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Dalian Smile Chinese is located at F19, Haijing Huayuan Building, Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, China. We have best and most professional teaching quality in Dalian, with so many high-level Chinese teachers and systematic teaching contents and materials. Our school has a comfortable studying environment with spacious classrooms, teahouse, free wi-fi, friendly working staff, etc. We can provide the most considerate service for each student. All of the students can enjoy a tailored-made teaching plan just for you so that you can have the best learning effect in our school. Also, we design some culture trip for students to helping them have a deeper knowledge of Chinese language and culture.

The First Advantage: trump teaching group, bilingual Chinese class
The Second Advantage: exclusive teaching team, follow up the whole course
The Third Advantage: personality classes, tailored classes
The Fourth Advantage: first standard environment, considerate services

Year opened
2006
Number of classrooms
10

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native Chinese Mandarin speakers
All
Teachers with Chinese Mandarin teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Dalian Smile Chinese International Training Institute varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 20. In the summer, the average age is 16.

Smile Chinese teaches students from all over the world, including:

Russia
20%
USA
20%
Japan
15%
South Korea
15%
India
10%
UK
10%
Denmark
3%
Netherlands
3%
New Zealand
2%
Spain
2%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

F19, Haijing Huayuan Building, Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, China.

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housing

Housing

Smile Chinese offers the following housing types:
apartment

Private apartment - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 198
weekly
Age range: 8 - 60 years old
Address: Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province 116001, China
Location: In the city center of Dalian
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, tV room, hardwood, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 8 - 12 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
S$ 198
Accommodation:
there are serviced apartments near our school in 10 minutes’ walk which is economy, safe and convenient. The room has bathroom, WIFI, TV, fridge, A/C, washer, etc. Also, the apartment inside has 24h electronic surveillance with electronic door and key, so the safety is very nice. The single room is about 35 square meters

Private apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

S$ 223
weekly
Age range: 8 - 60 years old
Address: Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province 116001, China
Location: In the city center of Dalian
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, tV room, hardwood, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 8 - 12 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
S$ 223
Accommodation:
there are serviced apartments near our school in 10 minutes’ walk which is economy, safe and convenient. The room has bathroom, WIFI, TV, fridge, A/C, washer, etc. Also, the apartment inside has 24h electronic surveillance with electronic door and key, so the safety is very nice. The double room is about 45 square meters.
hotel

2-star hotel - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 388
weekly
Age range: 8 - 60 years old
Address: Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province 116001, China
Location: In the city center of Dalian
Housing type: 2-star hotel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, hardwood, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 8 - 12 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
S$ 388
Express hotel:
there are serviced Express hotel near our school in 10 minutes’ walk which is economy, safe and convenient. The room has bathroom, WIFI, TV, fridge, A/C, washer, etc. Also, the hotel inside has 24h electronic surveillance with electronic door and key, so the safety is very nice.

4-star hotel - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 526
weekly
Age range: 8 - 60 years old
Address: Minzhu Square, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province 116001, China
Location: In the city center of Dalian
Housing type: 4-star hotel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, hardwood, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 8 - 12 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
S$ 526
4-star hotel:
there are well serviced 4-star hote near our school in 10 minutes’ walk which is economy, safe and convenient. The room has bathroom, WIFI, TV, fridge, A/C, washer, etc. Also, the apartment inside has 24h electronic surveillance with electronic door and key, so the safety is very nice.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged ¥ 400 when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Dalian based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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