About the School
Hutong School was founded in 2005 and has since become one of the well-known Chinese language schools for foreigners. Campuses are located in major Chinese cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, as well as Hangzhou and Suzhou. The school specializes in teaching adults (18+) and offers immersive language and cultural experiences. Teachers are certified native speakers, and classes are held in mini-groups (average 3-5 students), ensuring an individual approach.
Programs and Formats
Hutong School offers a wide range of programs:
- Intensive Mandarin — an intensive general Chinese course focusing on speaking and listening.
- HSK Preparation — preparation for the international HSK exam at all levels.
- Spoken Chinese — a conversational course to improve oral skills.
- Chinese Writing — a written Chinese course, including character writing.
- Gap Year Program — a long-term program for a semester or year with internship opportunities.
- Private Lessons — individual classes tailored to your schedule.
- Online Live Classes — real-time online lessons with the same teachers.
- Cultural Immersion — cultural activities and excursions as part of the learning experience.
Formats: offline (at campuses in China) and online. Group and individual classes are available.
How Much Does It Cost and What's Included
Course prices are available upon request from the school manager. The cost depends on the program, duration, and format. Typically, the price includes study materials, a certificate upon completion, and access to online resources. For offline programs, additional accommodation and visa support may be available.
Why Choose Hutong School
- Small groups — maximum of 5 students, ensuring active participation for everyone.
- Native speakers — all teachers are certified and experienced with foreign students.
- Skill separation — separate courses for speaking and writing, allowing balanced language development.
- Immersion — learning in China with full immersion in the language environment.
- Flexibility — online and offline formats, individual and group classes.
What to Consider Before Choosing
- Offline study requires a visa (the school assists with the invitation).
- Accommodation in China is paid separately, but the school can help with finding it.
- Online courses may have time zone differences.
- Initial level: some programs require basic knowledge.
- Prices may be above average due to teaching quality and location.