Mandarin House

About Mandarin House Shanghai

Mandarin House was among the first private language schools to adopt quality standards for teaching Chinese. Since it began, it has helped over 50,000 students from 130 countries become proficient in Mandarin. The school provides a broad range of programs suitable for all skill levels, available in intensive or part-time formats, either in group settings or one-on-one lessons. Mandarin House operates an extensive network of branches in key locations including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Suzhou, and New York.

At the Core of the Economic Capital: Mandarin House’s Prime Location

Mandarin House is situated in central Shanghai at People’s Square, right across from the well-known Nan Jing shopping street. It is also a short walk from Shanghai’s famous waterfront promenade and the People’s Square subway station.

The Paris of the East Provides a Global and Energetic Atmosphere

Shanghai, Asia’s economic hub, blends cutting-edge modernity with deep cultural heritage. This lively, international, and dynamic city is an ideal place to advance your career and future in China. Once called the “Paris of the East,” Shanghai is a bustling mega-city and Asia’s business capital, offering a global lifestyle that balances ultramodern living with thousands of years of Chinese tradition and culture. The city is filled with opportunities. Through Mandarin House’s Chinese language programs in Shanghai, expert instructors can help you unlock your future in China.

Highly Qualified Teachers, Engaging Student Life, and Premium Services

Mandarin House boasts an active student community with a wide variety of weekly activities such as cooking, calligraphy, guided tours, kung fu, and more. Students can also choose from several housing options, including stays with high-quality host families. The experience is supported by a warm, enthusiastic, and professional service team that welcomes everyone and helps them quickly settle into life in China. Academically, classes are led by well-qualified teachers who speak at least two languages, hold recognized certifications, and have an average of 5,000 hours of teaching experience. The curriculum follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and adheres to the high standards that have earned the school several international awards.

Global Accreditations and Quality Recognition

Mandarin House is a member of IALC, an internationally recognized mark of quality in language education. The school is also accredited for Germany’s Bildungsurlaub (educational leave program) and certified by the Swedish National Board of Student Aid (CSN), which is approved by the Swedish Ministry of Education and Research. Furthermore, Mandarin House is recognized by Hanban as an official HSK test center and an official training center for Chinese language teachers.