EST. 2012 Registered with Ministry of Education Singapore
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YI MANDARIN SCHOOL
Less textbook, more life: speak Mandarin with confidence
If you want to learn Chinese, Singapore offers many choices. But if you want a convenient, immersive environment right in the heartbeat of the city, Yi Mandarin is built for you.
Prime Central Location: Located right on Orchard Road, just a couple of minutes' walk from Dhoby Ghaut and Somerset MRT Stations.
Beyond the Classroom: We move past rigid academic structures to explore the cultural mindset, history, and real-life usage of the language.
Speak Faster: Our classes are geared to help you start speaking Mandarin confidently in everyday Singapore situations: the taxi, the foodcourt, at work and in your neighbourhood.
STAND OUT WITH
YI MANDARIN SCHOOL
Less textbook, more life: speak Mandarin with confidence
EST. 2012 Registered with Ministry of Education Singapore
If you want to learn Chinese, Singapore offers many choices. But if you want a convenient, immersive environment right in the heartbeat of the city, Yi Mandarin is built for you.
Prime Central Location: Located right on Orchard Road, just a couple of minutes' walk from Dhoby Ghaut and Somerset MRT Stations.
Beyond the Classroom: We move past rigid academic structures to explore the cultural mindset, history, and real-life usage of the language.
Speak Faster: Our classes are geared to help you start speaking Mandarin confidently in everyday Singapore situations: the taxi, the foodcourt, at work and in your neighbourhood.
BOOK A FREE TRIAL CLASS
Experience our practical methodology to learn Chinese up to 2x faster.
There is absolutely no obligation to lock into a full course with us after your trial session.
OUR CHINESE COURSES
Small groups of max. 8
So you can improve your language up to 2x faster
We place you at the right difficulty level: not too easy, not too difficult.
At Yi Mandarin, we offer both online and in-person Mandarin language classes in a hybrid format, combining elements of both options within a single class. Students can attend language classes at our centre or participate via Zoom.
Wondering whether we are the right Chinese language centre for you? Or whether learning Mandarin is for you in the first place? We regularly run free trial classes. Join us without obligation!
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BOOK A FREE TRIAL CLASS
Experience our methodology to learn Chinese up to 2x faster
No obligation to learn Chinese with us after that.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Yi Mandarin and other language schools, we see language first of all as a communication tool.
Learning a new language opens your mind, and it opens you to the possibility of getting to know new people with different perspectives.
You don’t need to be a fluent Mandarin speaker to start to see the benefits. If you make an effort to speak just a few words of Chinese, your conversation partners will also double up their efforts to make themselves understood in English.
Our lessons aren’t an academic pursuit. If you’re to dive very deep into Chinese characters, grammar or calligraphy, a different language school may be a better fit for you.
Of course, there is a place for grammar in the lessons at Yi Mandarin, but grammar isn’t a goal in itself. We’ll cover it as far as it helps you to speak more fluently, faster.
Exercise and application is more important. To master spoken Chinese, you need to “do” more and “understand” less. That’s why our curriculum starts with the most common everyday subjects, such that even after your first week, you can start throwing out a few Chinese words on your Grab ride or at lunch with your colleagues.
Do you have a question?
Hope to see you soon!
Mina
Head Teacher at Yi Mandarin
FAQ
Can I get a refund if the class doesn’t start?
Sure! If we do not have enough students enrolled in the class you have signed up for, we will contact you and ask if you would like to join a different class on an alternative schedule. If you do not wish to proceed, we will refund the full amount you have paid. Please note that refunds can only be credited back via the same method used for payment and will be processed early in the following month. Once the class has started, though, a refund will not be possible any more.
Can I get a refund if I do not like the class?
Once the class has started, no refunds will be allowed for whatever reason at all.
Can I change trainer or class if my schedule does not allow me to attend anymore or I do not like the trainer?
A transfer fee of SGG80 plus GST is applicable if you want to change your course intake. You will be transferred to the next class (if any) and you will need to start from the beginning of the new course. No refund can be given if you decide not to continue the original course (for any reason).
Is your certificate officially recognised?
Our certificates are in-house certificates to show that you have completed a certain level in our centre, but is NOT an official certificate recognised as an academic certificate. If you wish to attain an official certificate we can prepare you for the HSK test. Read more here
Are there any exams?
Examinations are not mandatory and are conducted independently of the course. Should you require an examination or test, please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time. A fee of SGD200 plus GST applies for each 2-hour examination session.
Can I join a different class if I missed a lesson?
To maintain the original class size, we do not allow class switching for a makeup class. If you join a hybrid group class, instead, you can consider purchasing the zoom recordings at $50, which are also great for revisions or you can request a private 1 to 1 makeup class with your teacher at $50 per hour plus GST.
I am not a beginner, which class should I join?
We offer courses at various levels, all the way from total beginners through intermediate to advanced level (A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1). Please contact us and we help you to determine the level that is most suitable for you
I am a complete beginner
That’s perfect! Don’t worry, we offer courses on various levels, all the way from total beginners through intermediate to advanced level.
I'm looking for a beginner class for my son /daughter / child
Thank you for letting me know that you are looking for a course for your child. It is beneficial to start learning from a young age, and in fact, children tend to absorb knowledge more quickly than adults. For some languages, we offer specific teenager classes, and depending on the age of your child, they can also join an adult class. Please contact us so we can work out the best solution for your child.
What is the schedule like?
That’s an important question indeed. The schedule and start time for a class of course vary from time to time. Please go to the language that you want to learn; the schedule and cost are published there. Otherwise, for future schedules, please contact us.
How much does it cost?
That’s an important question of course. The price of each course varies from time to time. Please visit the language you want to learn; the schedule and cost are published there. If you have an enquiry for corporate training in your company, please contact us
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