That's MandarinHangzhou, China
292 Yanan Road, 7th floor - 310003 Hangzhou - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Monthly Bilingual Nights where students play games, network and converse with local and international students.
- Fully equipped kitchen available for students to use in a big social space with a foosball table.
- Chinese movie nights.
- Small class sizes
- E-learning platform.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 11.650485436893% |
| 18-24 years | 21.359223300971% |
| 25-34 years | 30.097087378641% |
| 35-50 years | 30.097087378641% |
| >50 years | 6.7961165048544% |
The average age outside summer is 17 years higher than in summer.
Location: That´s Mandarin is in the south of Hangzhou, in the Shangcheng District. It is in the north of the region, close to the West Lake. The school is in a busy area, with lots of restaurants, bars, grocery stores and shops. There is a shopping mall 11 minutes by foot from the school.
Getting around: The Longxiangqiao Metro Station is just behind That´s Mandarin school. It is a station on Line One, which connects throughout the city and runs past both the Hangzhou and East Railway Station. There are a number of bus routes that run past the school.
Major attractions: The central feature of the city is the West Lake, which is under 10 minutes by foot from Hutong School. The Leifeng Pagoda is south of the river, and students can reach here by foot in just under an hour. In the centre of the lake, the Three Pools are Mirroring the Moon. The northern point to visit is close to the school.
Course structure: The school offers an intensive Chinese programme that can be booked as a stand-alone course or combined with accommodation as a package. Hutong School also offers an internship programme and a gap year package.
Chinese Courses
General Language
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
2700CNY2565CNY
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 62005890 | 93008835 | 1080010260 | 1350012825 | 1620015390 | 2000019000 | 2500023750 | 3000028500 | 4000038000 | 6000057000 |
| Price in US$ | 808 | 1211 | 1407 | 1758 | 2110 | 2604 | 3255 | 3906 | 5208 | 7812 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 62005890 | 93008835 | 1080010260 | 1350012825 | 1620015390 | 2000019000 | 2500023750 | 3000028500 | 4000038000 | 6000057000 |
| Price in US$ | 808 | 1211 | 1407 | 1758 | 2110 | 2604 | 3255 | 3906 | 5208 | 7812 |
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Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday2025: 02 Jan 2025, 10 Feb 2025, 10 Mar 2025, 07 Apr 2025, 06 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 09 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 01 Dec 2025See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Chinese course before:
08 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
08 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Students are required to purchase the Landing Bundle
What's included:
- 2 weeks (CNY 550): 5 online private lessons, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 4 weeks (CNY 850): 5 online private lessons, 1-2 cultural events, 1 get-together with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 8 weeks (CNY 1150 RMB): 5 online private, lessons, 2-4 cultural events, 2 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 16 weeks (CNY 1750): 5 online private lessons, 4-8 cultural events, 4 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 24 weeks (CNY 2350): 5 online private lessons, 6-12 cultural events, 6 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
Please kindly note:
The 5 online private lessons need to be finished online before the students enter China.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 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: 8:30 - 12:00
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Online One-to-One Lessons
16 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
5680CNY5396CNY
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 56805396 | 97609272 | -- | 1824017328 | -- | -- | -- | 3648034656 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 740 | 1271 | 2375 | 4750 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 56805396 | 97609272 | -- | 1824017328 | -- | -- | -- | 3648034656 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 740 | 1271 | 2375 | 4750 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
3-4 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: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1, 2, 4, 8 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One Intensive Course 20
20 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
7100CNY6745CNY
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 71006745 | 1220011590 | 1830017385 | 2280021660 | 2850027075 | 3420032490 | 4560043320 | 5700054150 | 6840064980 | 9120086640 | 136800129960 |
| Price in US$ | 925 | 1589 | 2383 | 2969 | 3711 | 4453 | 5937 | 7421 | 8906 | 11874 | 17811 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 71006745 | 1220011590 | 1830017385 | 2280021660 | 2850027075 | 3420032490 | 4560043320 | 5700054150 | 6840064980 | 9120086640 | 136800129960 |
| Price in US$ | 925 | 1589 | 2383 | 2969 | 3711 | 4453 | 5937 | 7421 | 8906 | 11874 | 17811 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 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: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
See availability
One-to-One Intensive Course 30
30 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
10650CNY10118CNY
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 1065010118 | 1830017385 | 2745026078 | 3420032490 | 4275040613 | 5130048735 | 6840064980 | 8550081225 | 10260097470 | 136800129960 | 205200194940 |
| Price in US$ | 1387 | 2383 | 3574 | 4453 | 5566 | 6679 | 8906 | 11132 | 13358 | 17811 | 26716 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CNY | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 1065010118 | 1830017385 | 2745026078 | 3420032490 | 4275040613 | 5130048735 | 6840064980 | 8550081225 | 10260097470 | 136800129960 | 205200194940 |
| Price in US$ | 1387 | 2383 | 3574 | 4453 | 5566 | 6679 | 8906 | 11132 | 13358 | 17811 | 26716 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Day
Students are required to purchase the Landing Bundle
What's included:
- 2 weeks (CNY 550): 5 online private lessons, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 4 weeks (CNY 850): 5 online private lessons, 1-2 cultural events, 1 get-together with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 8 weeks (CNY 1150 RMB): 5 online private, lessons, 2-4 cultural events, 2 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 16 weeks (CNY 1750): 5 online private lessons, 4-8 cultural events, 4 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
- 24 weeks (CNY 2350): 5 online private lessons, 6-12 cultural events, 6 get-togethers with teachers, That's Mandarin t-shirt, digital handbook.
Please kindly note:
The 5 online private lessons need to be finished online before the students enter China.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Morning: 8:00 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for That's Mandarin include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
That's Mandarin
Chinese teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at That's Mandarin and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
2005
Legal name/parent company
Shanghai Sidaorui Culture & Communication Co.,Ltd | Tax registration ID: 91310106574180290W
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Free after-class access to language learning software
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 11
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 600
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 400
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 9
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 35 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 27% |
| England | 20% |
| Germany | 15% |
| France | 15% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 18% |
Information for all courses offered by That's Mandarin
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 200 CNY per course level.
Comments about courses
CNY 500 fee for any changes the student wants to make after signing up. Textbook for total beginners costs CNY 200/book, 7 books in total.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 08 Feb 2024 - 17 Feb 2024, 04 Apr 2024, 05 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024 - 05 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 17 Sep 2024, 18 Sep 2024, 01 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 08 Feb 2024 - 17 Feb 2024, 04 Apr 2024, 05 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024 - 05 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 17 Sep 2024, 18 Sep 2024, 01 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 28 Jan 2025, 29 Jan 2025, 30 Jan 2025, 31 Jan 2025, 01 Feb 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 05 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 31 May 2025, 01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 03 Jan 2025, 04 Jan 2025, 05 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 28 Jan 2025, 29 Jan 2025, 30 Jan 2025, 31 Jan 2025, 01 Feb 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 05 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 31 May 2025, 01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 03 Jan 2025, 04 Jan 2025, 05 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Chinese language level
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.
Visa Documents
Nationals from Russia 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.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
1000 CNY
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
600 CNY
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Questions and answers about That's Mandarin
- Is a 1-year course at That's Mandarin, Hangzhou possible?
“The class period is up to 24 weeks. Because of the visa period, the students need to reapply for the visa after the complete 24-weeks course, at the same time, they need to apply for it outside of mainland China. ”Jade Wu, Course Consultant from That's Mandarin, Hangzhou - Sep 18, 2023
FAQ about That's Mandarin, Hangzhou
- What is the best price for a course at That's Mandarin, Hangzhou?Chinese courses at That's Mandarin start at 2565 CNY for Intensive Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is it possible to take a course at That's Mandarin as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course
- What is the number of students per class at That's Mandarin?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at That's Mandarin varies from 1 students (Online One-to-One Lessons) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at That's Mandarin?100% of teachers at That's Mandarin hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of That's Mandarin from?The highest Nationality percentage at That's Mandarin comes from USA with a 27% representation, followed by students from England (20%) and Germany (15%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- That's Mandarin offers courses for which ages?That's Mandarin offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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