Basic Chinese lessons for absolute beginners to Intermediate learners

From 14.29 £ /h

Chinese is one of the most spoken languages in the world. There are 1.39 billion Chinese speakers in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and worldwide Chinese communities, with 1 million new learners each year. Learning Chinese has become increasingly important these years due to China's economic growth and expansion of the Chinese market, which could create more business opportunities. Also, Chinese is a beautiful and necessary language for Chinese culture enjoyers to understand Chinese culture through the letters and patterns in the Chinese Language.

This class aims to teach Chinese to A1 to B1 level learners. Practice papers will be provided accordingly to teach the students effectively. We will start by learning the pinyin (romanization of Chinese vowels and alphabet), then identify Chinese words, form simple phrases, learn new vocabulary, use grammatical tenses, and learn simple literary devices to form more complex sentences.

Extra information

Required items:
Pencil/Pen
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Location

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At student's location :

Around Rijswijk, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Schrabber, 2496 SR 's-Gravenhage, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Hi, my name is Annan. I am Chinese and moved to the Netherlands at the age of 11. I am currently a grade 11 high school student studying at an international school in Delft under the IB system. I have advanced knowledge in Mathematics, algebra, and geometry and have competed in an international math Olympiad competition. I have experience tutoring students on several occasions for experience and service as action.

I am eager to provide engaging lessons to students. The lessons will be customized to fit the students' strengths and weaknesses to effectively teach the students.

Education

I have experience in learning in a local Chinese School and am currently learning in an open-minded IB International School:
Hong Kong Local Elementary School Graduate | Netherlands IB MYP Graduate | Netherlands IB DP 1

Experience / Qualifications

Experiences:
Compete in the 2021 International Math Olympiad
Used to tutor younger students' Math at school
Currently studying with IB DP Mathematics AA HL as one of the subjects

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Chinese

French

Skills

Chinese

Chinese for adults

School

Mandarin chinese

Availability of a typical week

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New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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20-24

Basic Mathematics from Elementary school to High school and IB MYP level

16.97 £ /h

Learning Mathematics is essential in daily life. Math helps you solve everyday problems like budgeting money, cooking, and shopping. It also improves your logical thinking and decision-making skills, which are helpful in many aspects of daily life. Understanding math can also help you in your future career and personal planning.

This class aims to help students improve their math skills by guiding them through their homework and providing additional practice with math practice papers. The student will understand key concepts and build a strong foundation in mathematics.

Pinju

5.0

(1)

As long as you want to learn mandarin, I can always help you!

No matter which level you are now, I can assist you to improve your language proficiency.
My lesson is fun, cheerful and inspiring
With 5 years experience in personal tutoring and 3 years in teaching mandarin for non-native speakers in different levels. ( beginners to advanced)

Wanqi

5.0

(1)

If you are willing to learn Chinese - as a hobby or for serious purposes - the lessons I offer are for you. I am a native speaker with one year of experience in teaching. This course aims at improving your speaking, reading and writing skills and it will allow you to learn Chinese in a fun way. With my experience I will help you overcome obstacles and you can achieve significant results in a relatively short period of time.

About me
I am a Master student and I specialize International Politics in Leiden University now. I like reading, painting and doing format design. My interest in philosophy and art encourages me to keep curiosity. I'm enthusiastic and enjoy spending time on talking to people with different stories.

5.0

(1)

I am from Singapore! I am having an exchange in TU delft and will be here for 5 months, Sept 2019 to Jan 2020.

I am looking forward to interact with the locals who are keen to learn chinese and math

Do let me have a chance to have fun learning together!

My native language is English and I am an Chinese by race.

Shan

5.0

(1)

Hi, I'm Shan. Glad to meet you here!

I was born and brought up in China. I came to the Netherlands after my master study in Beijing and worked as researcher at Utrecht University and later as teacher at Erasmus University. I specialize in teaching Mandarin Chinese to both absolute beginners and advanced-level students. No matter you are preparing for future career, HSK exams or out of pure interest, your goal will be achieved with my professional instruction.

My class is well-organized and fun. Step by step, you will be able to speak Mandarin Chinese fluently!

Three key characteristics of my class:

- Communication oriented
- Culturally related
- Real-life materials for practice

Ready to start? Send me a message.

Judith

5.0

(1)

Hi
I am graduated from Spain majoring in Education. I am native in both Spanish and Chinese. I live in Den Hague currently and am flexible on both location and time.
I have extensive experience on tutoring Spanish and Chinese. I am able to teach all level Spanish as well as Test Preparation. It is possible to have a tailor-made course for you.
look forward to seeing you!

Ruiqi

5.0

(1)

Learning Chinese isn't as stressful as it seems. The key is to have fun and to constantly practice with a native speaker. I teach Chinese for both speaking, writing and reading. I have been tutoring Chinese for years and I have designed various exercises for learning Pinyin, practicing standard pronunciation with gesture as well as daily communicative exercises.

During the lesson, I'd love to my students to speak Chinese as much as they can. Trust me, It's the best way to learn. I also plan game&movie events regularly to help my students get a closer look to the culture.

Irene

5.0

(1)

I am a native Chinese speaker and I can offer private lessons on speaking, writing, listening and reading.You will also learn how to use Chinese words in different situation. My goal is to keep student stay interested in Chinese since it's a totally different language. I will do my best to make the class fun and enjoyably!

Pei

5.0

(1)

Chinese is the top three languages used worldwide. More and more companies require the ability to speak Chinese in order to communicate with their Chinese client. I offer a fast and easy way to comprehend the basic idea of Chinese. With interesting teaching content and a professional learning environment. I am a native Chinese user and have some experience in teaching language. The course is well-designed with high-quality content and joyful learning vibe. Now I live in The Hague, and I am willing to pass on the skill of learning Chinese. Please do not hesitate to contact me.

Marina

5.0

(1)

I am a professional full-time Chinese Mandarin teacher from the North of China where Mandarin comes from.
I have been teaching for about 10 years as a teacher. I have my own school and website for studying Chinese. Students' ages are from 3 to adults. They are from all over the world. You can study with me online / come to my office /Go-home lessons. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I have been helping numerous people learn to speak Chinese and do exam HSK. Children always have fun learning Mandarin with me. I teach Mandarin for business purposes, traveling, YCT (for Children and teenagers), BCT (business Chinese), Conversational practice, Advanced level Chinese classes, etc. Any levels are all welcome.
Classes type:
Daily Chinese
HSK class: Level 1--Level 6
HSKK class: HSK speaking test (Beginner to advanced)
Chinese grammar class
BCT / Startup Business in China: Business Chinese (Beginner to Advanced)
YCT class: Level 1--Level 6 for children to teenagers
Easy steps to Chinese: 3-12 years old children
There are some other classes that welcome you to message me.

I grew up and had educations in China. I moved to Europe for teaching Chinese in 2019 Nov.
I am fun, active, very patient, and responsible. I have never come late to all of my classes for more than 10 years.
For children's classes, I prepare songs, videos, cartoons, teaching, and explaining at the same time, They learn really fast and never feel bored when they are excited with a fun teacher and materials. I believe that interest is the best teacher. So I try my best to prepare before classes and send materials after classes to students.

The classes can be taught in Chinese, English.

Yuxi

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm xixi ! Nice to meet you .
I am a Chinese , I have two years of teaching experience.I have worked as a teacher in a Chinese educational institution, entered a competition and won the first prize in Chinese.I passed the Putonghua proficiency test in China and obtained a certificate in Mandarin .
In the course, I will teach according to your Chinese level to help you improve your Chinese faster. And take you to understand Chinese culture.

Yong

5.0

(1)

Hola,

My name is Ashley! I've had many experiences tutoring and working with children of different age groups and backgrounds, because I'm especially passionate about helping people overcome their learning barriers and achieve their potential. I am a native English and Chinese speaker, who have also grown up speaking Bahasa Indonesian. I am comfortable teaching Maths up to High School advanced level (depending on the syllabus eg. GCSE, International Baccalaureate), and English and Literature for both second-language and first-language speakers.
Essentially, I am interested to help you according to your needs, whether that is after-school homework, extra classes about a difficult concept, proofreading your essay, or learning a new language. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this a bit further, just reach out!

Han

5.0

(1)

Based on the learners' interests, you can make an appointment in advance for customized learning of designated teaching content, such as conversations on specific topics, pinyin basics, situational dialogues, and writing, etc.

Learning for fun and relaxing.

Jiaying

5.0

(1)

Are you ready to start your journey into the Chinese language and culture?

Hi, everyone! I’m a passionate Chinese tutor with 3 years of teaching experience, and I also speak English and Italian fluently. My classes are designed to be interactive, engaging, and tailored to your personal learning style.

Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to improve your speaking, listening, reading, or writing skills, I will guide you step by step with clear explanations and practical examples.

Here’s how I can help you:
- HSK Exam Preparation – step-by-step practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help you pass with confidence.
- School & University Exam Support – focused lessons to review vocabulary, grammar, and test strategies so you can achieve higher grades.
- Daily Communication – improve your speaking and listening for travel, business, or everyday life in China.
- Young Learners – fun, creative lessons for children, with games, songs, and activities to build interest and a strong foundation in Chinese.
- Cultural Insights – learn the “why” behind the words: traditions, customs, and modern Chinese culture.

* No previous knowledge of Chinese is required — just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
* I provide personalized learning materials and homework to help you practice outside class.
* If you have specific goals (travel, business, exams, or cultural interest), I will adapt the lessons to meet your needs

Sabina

5.0

(1)

I have been teaching Chinese for about 10 years, and over this time I’ve built a rich collection of teaching materials — including modern textbooks, interactive exercises and authentic texts adapted to different levels.
In my lessons, I pay great attention to phonetics, since Chinese is a tonal language that differs greatly from European ones. Correct pronunciation at the early stage helps students build a strong foundation for confident speaking later on.
My teaching style focuses on active communication — I encourage my students to speak as much as possible, even from the first lessons. We practice real-life dialogues, listening comprehension, and vocabulary expansion in a natural way.
I work with both children (through interactive and playful lessons) and adults, helping them achieve their goals — whether it’s travel, daily communication, or professional fluency.
I would be delighted to share my knowledge and help students achieve confidence and success in learning Chinese!
I hope to see you on my lessons!

Chenxi

5.0

(1)

Why learn with me? I am currently a graduate student at TU Delft with extensive tutoring experience. I hold the Advanced Certificate in Putonghua (Standard Mandarin). Beyond academics, I work as a professional screenwriter, which gives me a deep and precise understanding of the Chinese language, storytelling, and rhetoric.

What I offer:
All Levels Welcome: Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced learner looking to polish your business or literary Chinese, I can guide you.
Cultural Immersion: Language is the key to culture. I love introducing students to Chinese history, trends, and traditions.

My goal is to help you not just speak, but truly understand the nuance and beauty of the language.