Hutong School Hangzhou
292 Yanan Road, 7th floor, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 杭州市上城区延安路292号7楼 WeWork, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Hutong School Hangzhou
Our Intensive Chinese Program is designed specifically to suit Western learners by separating spoken Mandarin from character recognition. This innovative teaching method is proven to accelerate the learning process and help students reach a conversational level quickly. Students on our Intensive Chinese Program are able to engage in basic conversation and recognize about 600 Chinese characters in only 3 months time.
Intensive Chinese Program features:
- 15 hours of group Chinese classes per week
- Free additional tutoring sessions
- Airport pick up on our arrival dates
- Accommodation in a private room within a shared apartment in central Shanghai (utilities and wifi included)
- 2-3 cultural activities per week (e.g. tea ceremonies, taichi lessons, kung fu shows, trips to the nearby water towns...)
- Visa assistance
- City Orientation and welcome pack
- Practical assistance and 24/7 support throughout your stay
Course levels:
Learners of all levels can join our Intensive Chinese Program, from beginners to advanced. Our classes are tailored to suit your level and your aims, so whether you're looking to pass a HSK exam or study business Chinese, we can help. Upon arriving at the school, our course advisor will give you a short level test and ask about your learning goals to find you a suitable class.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 4 students |
Maximum | 8 students |
Age range | 18 years old and older |
Hutong School was founded in 2005 and offers a wide range of Chinese training services in Beijing, Shanghai and Hangzhou.
Our Hangzhou school offers a wide range of Chinese language classes catering to your needs.
Whether you are looking to get by with a few basic phrases and buy groceries, speak to the taxi driver and chat with your neighbor, or achieve full professional working proficiency and pass the HSK 6 test, we've got you covered!
Hutong School's unique Chinese teaching method which separates spoken Chinese and character recognition, has been proven to expedite Chinese language learning. While progressing quicker in spoken Chinese, students also lay better foundations for character memorization by understanding the logic of Chinese characters' construction.
Our Teachers
We employ a dedicated team of highly qualified teachers who have received intensive training and undergo regular evaluation. Each member of our teaching team has:
- A passion for sharing knowledge about the Chinese language & culture
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- TCSL-degree (Teaching Chinese as a Second Language)
- At least 2 years teaching experience
The nationality and age mix at Hutong School Hangzhou varies over different time periods, courses and levels.
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.
Hutong School Hangzhou is located in a stylish building in the city's new business district. It's conveniently located for expats already living in the city, as well as for students and interns on short-term stays. The school is surrounded by many shops and restaurants, and it's just a stone's throw from the iconic West Lake.
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18 - 90. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation
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 H$ 600 when you register.
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 Hangzhou based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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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