Where To Learn Chinese In Hong Kong: Mandarin Classes And Cantonese Tutors

Having your child learn Chinese is one of the best things you can do while living in Hong Kong. Whether you’re looking for an A-Level or IGCSE Chinese tutor to help your teens or a Mandarin kindergarten to get your little linguist started, there are a wide range of Cantonese and Mandarin classes for kids in Hong Kong to learn Chinese.

One of the most useful gifts you can give a child is the ability to speak more than one language, and here in Hong Kong it’s so easy to expose your little linguist to two, three or even more foreign languages. In this roundup, you’ll find the different ways in which kids can learn Chinese in Hong Kong (a Hong Kong Mama offers her advice on learning Chinese here!), with Mandarin preschools and playgroups to Cantonese kindergartens, right through to IGCSE or IB Chinese tutors, you’re sure to find the right Chinese language class to fit your family’s needs.

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Mini Mandarin – Activity-based Mandarin curriculum designed to engage young learners

It’s no myth that young children can pick up languages more readily than adults and Mini Mandarin‘s child-centred learning ensures a solid foundation in speaking, reading, and writing in Chinese. By providing a nurturing and stimulating environment to encourage the mastery of Mandarin, expect your little one’s attention to be gauged through various activities. Children with existing Mandarin knowledge can brush up on their grammar, speaking, listening and more.

Age: 2 to 10 years

Sassy Mama Tip: Sign up for Mini Mandarin’s Summer Fun Workshop that teaches Mandarin through storytelling, arts & crafts, problem-solving and role-play games – like the Mini Metro where students can apply vocabulary and sentence structures in real life settings. Find out more here.

Mini Mandarin, Unit 202-205, 2/F Wilson House 19-27 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2320 1128, Facebook: Mini Mandarins Learning Centre, Instagram: @minimandarins, www.minimandarins.com

Little Genius House – Chinese classes for kids as young as two

You may know of Little Genius House as an all-rounded, multi-activity kids’ club that specialises in STEM, arts and crafts and cooking. It also provides a comprehensive Chinese course for the little ones – its lessons primarily focus on encouraging logical thinking through reading and writing in Mandarin, whilst keeping it fun and interactive for young learners. Parents can sign up their tots for the Chinese Genius Summer Camp by booking via WhatsApp or using this link.

Age: 2 to 12 years

Use code GeniusMandarine to get 10% off booking for Chinese Summer camps or any Chinese camps at Little Genius House.

Little Genius House, RM1101, 39 Yip Kan Street, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong

Little Genius House, RM218, Hundsun International Centre, 44 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 6936 1636, Facebook: Little Genius House, Instagram: @littlegeniushouse, www.littlegeniushouse.com

Qurio Education – After-school Mandarin classes with Cantonese and Mandarin vocabulary, phrases, grammar rules and more

Youngsters here will learn how to distinguish between Cantonese and Mandarin vocabulary, phrases, and grammar rules, as well as a solid foundation in Pin Yin. Give your child an instant boost in Mandarin and prepare for a smooth transition to K3 and primary school.

Age: 3 to 12 years

Qurio Education, 6/F The Eastmark, 21 Sheung Yuet Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2667 9370, WhatsApp: 6166 7191, www.qurioed.com

Yifan Mandarin and Mandarin for Munchkins – ECA, school holiday camps and one-on-one teaching programs

“Yifan” is based on the Chinese proverb meaning “sailing with the wind”, to ensure a child’s safe and pleasant journey in learning Mandarin. Founded in 2002, Yifan Mandarin offers speaking, writing and comprehension training as well as exam prep for IGCSE/GCSE, IB and more. You can enrol your child for in-person group classes or private online classes.

Age: From 5 and up

Yifan Mandarin, various locations across Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 9208 7611, www.yifanmandarin.com

Arts Plus – Bilingual English and Mandarin playgroup in Hong Kong

Arts Plus offers a bilingual playgroup programme that will ensure your child will have fun while honing their Mandarin skills. With three different age groups, Infant, Toddler, and Tot, the playgroup caters to your baby’s needs and developmental stage.

Age: From 8 months

Arts Plus, various locations across Hong Kong, www.artsplus.com.hk

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Hong Kong Mandarin School – GCSE Chinese tutors, A-levels Chinese tutors to help learn Chinese

The Secondary School Mandarin course at Hong Kong Mandarin School helps teens prep for Chinese exams such as GCSE Chinese tutors and A-levels Chinese tutors. If your child needs personalised attention, Hong Kong Mandarin School offers private classes too. The whole family can improve their Chinese here as it has adult classes aplenty (including Business Mandarin classes).

Age: Pre-school and up

Hong Kong Mandarin School, 7/F, Tung Ming Building, 40-42 Des Voeux Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2537 5606, www.hk-mandarin-school.com.hk

NTK Academic Group – MYP Chinese tutors, IB Chinese tutors, SAT, ACT, AP and GCSE Mandarin programmes

Specialising in teenage educational support, especially with the IB, MYP, SAT, ACT, AP and GCSE programmes, NTK Academic Group offers a range of classes for native and non-native speakers. Teachers follow curricula designed to supplement test prep and what your teen is learning at school.

Age: 8 years and up

NTK Academic Group (main campus), 5/F, 6/F and 7/F, Lee Garden Five, 18 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2577 7844, www.ntk.edu.hk

More Mandarin Classes, Chinese Tutors And Mandarin Day-Care In Hong Kong

• Beijing Mandarin – From Mandarin playgroup right through to Advanced Chinese lessons and Mandarin exam prep. www.beijingmandarin.com
• DreamCare – Learn Chinese from a Mandarin Nanny with early childhood qualifications. www.dreamcare.com.hk
• HK Kidz – Immersive Mandarin classes for kids of all ages. www.hkkidz.com
• ITS Tutorial School Hong Kong – IB Mandarin, IGCSE Mandarin, A-Level Mandarin tutors and more. www.itseducation.asia
• Kumon – Learn Chinese characters, vocabulary, grammar, writing and reading with worksheets and also audio CDs. www.kumon.com.hk
• Mandarin Teacher – Provides at-home tutoring, class at its Sheung Wan centre, as well as online. www.mandarinteacher.hk
• New Concept Mandarin – Focusing on IB Chinese tutors and IGCSE Chinese exam preparation. www.newconceptmandarin.com

Read More: Learning Chinese – A Native Mandarin Speaking Mama’s Tips

Editor’s Note: “Mandarin Classes For Kids In Hong Kong: Chinese Tutors, Cantonese Classes & More” was originally published by Alex Purcell Garcia and Jessica Wai and most recently updated in June 2023 by Fashila Kanakka.