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Mandarin House Shanghai

136 Hubei Road, Shanghai, 200001, China
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Mandarin House Shanghai offers the following course types:

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S$ 300

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S$ 300

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S$ 672

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S$ 917

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S$ 923

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S$ 1,184

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S$ 417
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School description

Mandarin House received an honour on 5 September at the 2009 Language Travel Magazine LTM Star Awards in London. "We are very proud to have won the star award for the Other Language Provider category. We are going to continue to work hard and provide professional service to our students from all over the world. Mandarin House welcomes you to China. We only focus on teaching Chinese as a foreign language in China – you learning Chinese and getting to know Chinese culture at the same time in everyday and business life. Our greatest strength is focusing on the basics – teaching the Chinese language! All of our energy and attention we devote to you and your desire for learning our language and to get to know our country and culture.

Year opened
2004
Number of classrooms
12

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • 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 Mandarin House Shanghai varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 27. In the summer, the average age is 22.

Mandarin House teaches students from all over the world, including:

USA
18%
Germany
15%
France
9%
Switzerland
8%
UK
8%
Australia
5%
Spain
5%
Sweden
5%
Italy
3%
Russia
3%
Singapore
3%
Other
18%

School holidays

Mandarin House does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
27 Jan 2025 - 02 Feb 2025 and 29 Sep 2025 - 05 Oct 2025

School location

Shanghai is a dynamic urban metropolis full of energy and glamour, it has so much excitement to offer you won’t feel bored for a minute: be dazzled by the high-rises, take a stroll along the streets of the former French Concession or delve into its vibrant nightlife. The mix of oriental and western culture brings the best of both worlds together. With all its traditional flavours but also cosmopolitan conveniences, it’s the best gateway to China. Lujiazui – Home of the Skyscrapers

Peoples Square... Shanghai ...Mandarin House School
- located in the heart of the city, right off Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
- There are many restaurants, shops and cafes within walking distance.
- The 4 subway lines near the school provide easy access.
- The school has 12 comfortable classrooms, a student lounge area and an internet cafe .

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  • Student residence offered by Mandarin House Shanghai 14/18
  • Activities offered at Mandarin House Shanghai 15/18
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  • Library at Mandarin House Shanghai 17/18
  • Common room at Mandarin House Shanghai 18/18
reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

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"Mandarin House Shanghai China"

Matt Go, student from USA

My teacher Jessica was excellent; she had sophisticated Chinese and English language skills and was able to compare and contrast the two languages e.g. grammar, idiomatic expressions, and more. A treat to work with someone so talented.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
29 Aug 2011 - 9 Sep 2011
Age group
65+
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Mandarin House offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 534
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, and 24/7 supervision
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 534
Living in a new culture away from home doesn’t need to be a headache, but should be an adventure - a comfortable, friendly and safe adventure.

Small things we do like registering your arrival at the local police station, washing your bed sheets, a regular cleaning service and an option of airport pick-up/drop-off and visa services are all designed to help you accommodate to Chinese life fast. Leaving you free to concentrate on your studies and more time to enjoy the experience.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

S$ 669
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
S$ 669
Living in a new culture away from home doesn’t need to be a headache, but should be an adventure - a comfortable, friendly and safe adventure.

Small things we do like registering your arrival at the local police station, washing your bed sheets, a regular cleaning service and an option of airport pick-up/drop-off and visa services are all designed to help you accommodate to Chinese life fast. Leaving you free to concentrate on your studies and more time to enjoy the experience.
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.

Flights and airport transfer

The closest airport to the school is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

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 Shanghai 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.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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Map

136 Hubei Road
Shanghai
200001
China

School location

Shanghai is a dynamic urban metropolis full of energy and glamour, it has so much excitement to offer you won’t feel bored for a minute: be dazzled by the high-rises, take a stroll along the streets of the former French Concession or delve into its vibrant nightlife. The mix of oriental and western culture brings the best of both worlds together. With all its traditional flavours but also cosmopolitan conveniences, it’s the best gateway to China. Lujiazui – Home of the Skyscrapers

Peoples Square... Shanghai ...Mandarin House School
- located in the heart of the city, right off Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
- There are many restaurants, shops and cafes within walking distance.
- The 4 subway lines near the school provide easy access.
- The school has 12 comfortable classrooms, a student lounge area and an internet cafe .

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