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Small Group Chinese Class

No More than 6 Students in One Class

Learn how to speak, read, and write Mandarin Chinese with our comprehensive Small Group Classes! Make friends with people from all over the world.

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*650* USD/week View Dates & Prices
HIGHLIGHTS
  • No more than 6 students in one class
  • Arrive on any Sunday and start the class on Monday
  • Have interactive communication with classmates
  • Study Chinese in China from 1 week to 1 year
  • Accommodation Included
  • Tuition fee as low as USD 650/week
OVERVIEW

The Small Group Class has 4 levels, Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced.

Our course is designed to help you improve your Chinese language skills quickly and effectively. Whether you are a beginner or have some knowledge of the language, our course can help you master Mandarin Chinese.

With our course, you will learn essential Chinese vocabulary and grammar, improve your listening and speaking skills, and become confident in using the language in practical situations. Our experienced and friendly teachers will guide you through each lesson, ensuring that you achieve your learning goals.

So, what are you waiting for? Sign up for our Small Chinese Class today and start your journey towards mastering Chinese!

Locations Available for This Program

#1 Learn Chinese in Kunming (Headquarters)

Keats School is headquartered in Kunming and has a fully self-owned property covering 53 private dorm rooms, 60 classrooms, a library, a big dining area, and a gym, all in one building. All the dorm rooms are fully furnished with private bathrooms. Located in the center of Kunming, the metro station is just downstairs of the school. It is very easy to get around. You will enjoy all kinds of after-class activities at the Kunming campus. Three meals are offered as a free service at the Kunming campus. Keats Kunming has a large international community that you can make friends with people from all over the world who have the same goal of mastering Chinese.

PRICE

Accommodation is included (a single room with private bathroom)
Weeks Price
1-30 weeks US$ 650/week
31-52 weeks US$ 630/week

FAQ

Are there any specific starting dates for this course?

If you are a beginner, you can arrive on the first Monday of any month.

If you are not an absolute beginner, you can arrive on any Sunday and star the class on Monday.

What does the price include?

The prices listed above include:

20 hours of group Chinese lessons per week

Single-room accommodation with a private bathroom on campus

Program certificate

What free services are offered for this program?

3 Meals a day Monday to Friday at the Kunming campus

Airport pick-up and drop-off

Placement test

Wednesday and Friday evening cultural activities

Saturday excursions

Room cleaning once a week

Access to all Keats facilities (Keats Fitness Center, library, self-study rooms)

24/7 support

How do I know which class to take?

After you arrive, you will meet the teacher for the small group class. Your teacher will offer you a placement test. Then the teacher will suggest one class that is most suitable for your level based on the placement test result.

Can I take additional Chinese cultural classes? How much do they cost?

Yes. You can take Chinese calligraphy classes taught by a famous calligraphy master, Tai Chi/Kung Fu classes taught by Kung Fu masters, Chinese cooking classes taught by Keats cook and Chinese musical instrument classes (Erhu, Guqin, Guzheng, Hulusi) taught by famous performers.

Chinese Calligraphy Classes: 2 hours for each lesson, 2 lessons/week. Arranged when you are not taking Chinese language classes. USD62/hour.

Tai Chi/Kung Fu classes: 2 hours for each lesson, 2 lessons/week. Every Tuesday and Thursday evening 7pm to 9pm. USD62/hour.

Chinese cooking classes: 2 dishes for each lesson, 2 lessons/week. Arranged when you are not taking Chinese language classes. USD62/dish (materials included).

Chinese musical instrument classes (Erhu, Guqin, Guzheng, Hulusi): 2 hours for each lesson, 2 lessons/week. Arranged when you are not taking Chinese language classes. USD62/hour.

Can I add the cultural class add-ons after I arrive?

It is better to sign up for the Chinese cultural classes before you come, so that we can make necessary reservations with the teacher in advance. If you decide to take Chinese cultural class add-ons after you arrive, please contact us first.

Can you offer airport pick-up any time of the day? What if I arrive at midnight?

We pick up students 24 hours a day, so you can arrive anytime and we will pick you up at the airport for free.

What time will I have the small group class?

The small group classes are arranged either in the morning 8:30-12:30 or in the afternoon 13:30-17:30.

How many students are there in one class?

To offer every student in the class enough opportunities to practice and get corrected, we make sure the each class has no more than 6 students.

Is there an age limit to register for the small group Chinese class?

Individuals between the ages of 16 and 65 are eligible to register for this program. In the small group classes, you’ll be learning alongside other students, so you’ll need to adapt to the group’s overall learning pace. However, the teacher will ensure that all participants are engaged and that each student receives adequate attention.

If you would like a fully personalized learning experience, you can choose the Intensive One-on-One Chinese Immersion program. In this option, the teacher will tailor the lessons specifically to your Chinese proficiency level and personal learning goals, helping you achieve the maximum progress in the shortest time possible. The Intensive One-on-One course is designed to address your specific areas for improvement and allows you to learn Chinese at your own pace.

What’s the check-in and check-out date?

Your accommodation at Keats starts on Sunday. You can arrive on a Sunday and start your lessons on Monday. The check-out date is Saturday after you finish your lessons on Friday. If it is hard to find the best flight to arrive on Sunday or to leave on Saturday and you need to arrive earlier or leave later, that’s also possible. The extra cost for accommodation in Kunming is USD 30/night.

Where is the accommodation for the Kunming campus located?

The accommodation for the Kunming campus is located in the same building as the school. So you don’t have to waste your time traveling between places. You can enjoy the convenience of taking Chinese classes, having meals, and living in the same building by studying Chinese at Keats.

How long do I need to register in advance?

If you would like to come in the summer, please register at least 6 months in advance because the rooms at the Kunming are usually fully booked half a year in advance. If the Kunming campus is fully booked, you can book a course at another location. To come at other seasons, you can register at least one month in advance or contact us to check availability.

Do I need a visa to study at Keats?

If you study for no more than 4 weeks and from the following countries, you can study at Keats on the visa-free policy and stay in China for no more than 30 days: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand.

If you study for more than 4 weeks, we will send you the necessary documents to apply for an X2 or L visa.

What should I do if I decide to take this program with Keats?

Here is the registration process:

Apply online by clicking on the “Apply Now” on the left side of the screen. We will follow up with you and guide you through the process.

If the class is too easy or too difficult for me, can I switch classes?

Yes. It is no problem to switch classes, and we are very flexible with this. If the class you are assigned to is easy, you can move up to a more advanced class. If you think the class you are in is a little bit difficult, you can also switch down to a lower level.

Can I study at different locations? How does that work?

Yes, you are very welcome to combine different locations to make your trip in China more immersive and meaningful. Each location has its unique features. Keats carefully selected each location and offers Chinese language programs at different places to let the students experience unique local culture and learn the Chinese language in an immersive language environment. You will be amazed at different places.

The small group Chinese classes are only offered in Kunming. You will need to choose the one-on-one programs for other locations.

Is the transportation between different locations included in the price?

Transportation for different locations is not included because different students will have different combinations. The advisor can help you book train/flight tickets after you arrive.

Can I take the small group class at Keats without accommodation?

Yes, the small group class at Keats with accommodation is USD 540/week. It is a fixed learning curriculum that is 4 hours a day, 5 days a week. You cannot choose to study 1, 2, or 3 hours a day.

I am a vegetarian. Can I still take the free meals at the Kunming campus?

Yes, we offer vegetarian options for each meal, so we can also accommodate vegetarian students.

After you arrive, your dedicated advisor will help you with the following:
  • School orientation
  • A tour of the surrounding area (supermarket, hospital, SIM card, metro station, restaurants, post office, etc.)
  • Accommodation registration
  • Arranging room cleaning and bottled water ordering
  • Arranging airport drop-off
  • Collecting your learning feedback
  • Tracking your satisfaction with the program
  • Arranging lessons if you want to extend your stay or add extra lessons

FACTS ABOUT THIS COURSE

Level Vocabulary Grammar Class Time Textbook
Beginner 500 50 Mon - Fri 8:30-12:30 Developing Chinese
Elementary 1000 100 Mon - Fri 8:30-12:30 Developing Chinese
Intermediate 2000 200 Mon - Fri 8:30-12:30 Developing Chinese
Advanced 3000 300 Mon - Fri 8:30-12:30 Developing Chinese
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20 hours of group Chinese classes per week
Single-room accommodation with a private bathroom on campus
Program certificate
3 Meals a day Monday to Friday at the Kunming campus
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Wednesday and Friday evening cultural activities
Saturday excursions
Room cleaning once a week
Access to all Keats facilities (Keats Fitness Center, library, self-study rooms)
24/7 support

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Testimonials

I think Keats is one of the best language schools I have ever been to. My teacher is such an amazing person. She is so good at teaching. She makes classes fun. I have learned a lot of vocabulary during my time here. I would really recommend coming to learn Mandarin Chinese at Keats School.

Josephine | Indonesia - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

I’ve had an amazing time at Keats. I am amazed at how much I’ve learned over the last 3 weeks and I will be really sad to go. We are already planning on our next trip of coming back because we had such a fantastic time here. They really tailor the Chinese language course to you and your individual needs.

Kim | UK - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

All teachers are really lovely. The teaching level at Keats is so much higher. I really love the city. It is very comfortable to get around. I fully recommend Keats. It is a great place to study Chinese in China. We are looking forward to coming back again later this year.

Paul | UK - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

I have to say it’s tons of fun. I have been here for 2 weeks. Not knowing what it was gonna be like, I was more than surprised at how great it is. The teachers are great, they are understanding. They do a Chinese language program that suits just you. The location is perfect for learning Chinese in China.

Sanny | USA - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

Last year I started studying Chinese at University. The reason that I came here is that currently, I’m preparing for the HSK 5 test. Also, I heard that this is one of the best schools to study Mandarin in China. After I came here I realized that Kunming is a pretty cool city to live in and with regards to the teachers’ teaching methods, I think they’re very professional. And I think the language environment is good so now I’m ready to take the HSK 5.

Liam | UK - HSK Test Preparation Course

I’ve been at Keats school and Kunming now for one month doing the one-on-one Chinese lessons with two different teachers. I really enjoy it. Both of my teachers are very friendly and patient. They really helped me to improve my Chinese, both of my reading and speaking. I really enjoy studying Chinese in Kunming as well. This city is really beautiful and the weather is nice, the air is clean. It’s one of the best cities in China to study Chinese.

Claudia | Australia - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

At Keats, I have a lot of opportunities to practice what I have learned. I really like this school, because I can learn Chinese in one-on-one style, so I think this is the best immersion program in China and my teacher is the best teacher. I feel that without my teacher, my Chinese will definitely not improve so much. I’m very happy because, at Keats, I have improved my Chinese significantly.

Nicholas | Canada - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

Kunming is a fantastic city. The weather here is great. The school is excellent. The instructors are very helpful, very friendly. I strongly recommend that anybody who is looking for a Chinese language school in China come here to study. Kunming and Keats School are much better than any other place.

Alibaba | USA - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

I decided to learn Chinese in Kunming because I like smaller cities and I like the climate here. We had four hours a day study here and my dear teacher taught me very much and never lost her patience with me. It was a really wonderful experience to be here and I recommend Keats school and the teachers here to everyone who likes to learn Chinese in China.

Dr. Med. Beatrice | Austria - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

Listening and speaking in the classroom every day has improved my communication skills. After three weeks, my new words and sentences became more and more natural and fluent. Now I am used to thinking in Chinese, and I understand better what other people say, to be able to have real conversations with other people.

Judith | USA - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

I can’t tell you how much I liked it. The thing I liked about the teachers and the teaching method is that there is so much flexibility. The other thing I liked about the teaching is the combination of classic textbook learning and going outside. I loved it! I like getting to know other students. Everybody shared the same goal and that’s making their Chinese better. Kunming is a big city, but it is very safe to live here. Another thing I liked about Keats is the idea that people here help you. I can’t recommend it enough. I think it was a valuable experience. Looking forward to coming back!

Jean | USA - Intensive One-on-one Chinese Immersion Course

We use a lot of games to learn grammar and new words. We have really good teachers, really patient. She helps us a lot. Our class is really nice and we have people from all over the world, different countries. We often discuss topics in Chinese in our class. I live in the dorm of HI. It is very convenient. I don’t have to spend time traveling. You can just focus on learning Chinese.

SJOERD | Netherlands - HSK Test Preparation Course

I really enjoy coming here because it is like kind of a home for me. It is a great environment to learn Mandarin Chinese in China and meet great people from all over the world. Everyone here is extremely friendly. Kunming has a really nice climate. It is a very good mix of the modern city and also a lot of historic Chinese culture. Probably got the cleanest air in China and possibly the cleanest water too. I invite you to come to study Chinese in Kunming.

Steve | UK - HSK Test Preparation Course

The place is very cool. I am with a great group of people in my class, so coming to classes is very enjoyable. It is fun, and we have a lot of discussions, games, and activities. Our teachers are also very good, very supportive. Learning Chinese is intimidating at the start because you have so many questions. But I would advise coming to Keats because the atmosphere for learning is great. It is very relaxing. I would recommend the school.

Stew | UK -

I found Keats to be very good, the teachers are excellent and really take the students seriously. Kunming is the best place to learn Mandarin in China. The environment is awesome, no pollution. The air quality is great, good weather. The people here are very friendly. I come to take classes every day. I feel comfortable studying Chinese at Keats. I learned so many things, although I only studied at Keats for 2 months. I am really satisfied with my teacher. For us foreigners, Keats is the best Chinese school in China. Therefore, I would highly recommend Keats to all of you.

Vanya | BULGARIA -

My school is amazing. I recommend Keats because it is a more convenient way to learn Chinese in Kunming.

Viktor | Switzerland -

Our teachers are very helpful. They are amazing teachers. They helped us with our grammar, to get our sentence structure right. We asked a lot of questions. We did a lot of practical topics. My favorite topics were daily life, like when you go to a restaurant, what you can order.

Ansie | South Africa - Small Group Chinese Class

Why I study Chinese? It is the most spoken language in the world. One of my favorite methods of learning Chinese is to create sentences with new words. Kunming is great. I highly recommend this school.

Corne | South Africa - Small Group Chinese Class

Before I came to Keats, I had no confidence in my Chinese proficiency. I did not have the confidence to speak Mandarin Chinese and chat with Chinese people. However, after 4 months of study at Keats, I become more and more confident in speaking Chinese now. Studying Chinese in China at Keats has been the best decision I have ever made. There are many games in the class, and my teacher’s teaching methods are also very interesting. My experience at Keats has changed my view of China and Chinese people.

Filbert | Indonesia -

I think Kunming is a great city, the weather is really good. I really like Keats and found it is very organized. The teachers here are very good. They have a coffee shop and new classrooms, a new lounge area here now, so you can chill out with your friends and practice your spoken Chinese with natives. If you’re considering coming to Keats to study, I would really recommend it. It’s the best place to learn Mandarin and I think it will be a great experience for you.

Mike | Australia -