Mandarin courses
Mandarin classes for adults
Classes on Orchard Road for the whole spectrum of levels and goals. Every student starts with a friendly assessment so we place you exactly where you belong.
Start at the right level
No matter where you are, there is a class for you
Tell us your goal and your history with the language. We run a short, friendly assessment and recommend the class that fits — whether that is your very first lesson or the polish you need before a China posting. Attend onsite at United House, a few minutes from Dhoby Ghaut, or join the same class live online.
Our own textbook
Written in-house after years of teaching adults in Singapore, so every term covers language you will actually use here.
Registered with MOE
Yi Mandarin Singapore is registered with the Ministry of Education, which is why our placement assessments are precise.
Small groups of eight
Enough classmates to practise with, few enough that your trainer hears every tone you produce.
Trainers who stay
Our teaching team has been with the school for more than five years, so the method is consistent from level to level.
Upcoming intakes
Classes starting soon
Mandarin Beginner 1
Sat · 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
8 Lessons
8 seats left
Mandarin Beginner 2
Sat · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
8 Lessons
Xiang Xi
8 seats left
Mandarin Beginner 1
Tue · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
8 Lessons
7 seats left
Business Mandarin
Sat · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
8 Lessons
6 seats left
Mandarin Beginner 1
Mon · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
8 Lessons
8 seats left
Mandarin Intermediate 1
Sat · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
8 Lessons
Angel Song
8 seats left
Three progressive programmes
Pick the track that matches your goal
Everyday conversation, corporate Mandarin and exam certification ask for different things. Each programme has its own progression, its own materials and its own pace.
Conversational Mandarin
Speaking-first classes for daily life in Singapore, from your first pinyin lesson to confident conversation.
- Six sub-levels from Beginner 1 onward
- Over 1,200 characters of practical vocabulary
- No reading or writing drills to slow you down
Business Mandarin
Formal, professional Mandarin for corporate clients, executives and anyone negotiating with Chinese partners.
- Curriculum shaped around your industry and role
- Contracts, proposals and formal written Chinese
- For mother-tongue speakers and HSK 5 learners
HSK preparation
Targeted preparation for the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, the certification used for study and work in China.
- Levels 1 to 6, written and spoken modules
- Vocabulary grids, mock drills and test strategy
- Placement into the right tier from day one
Still deciding?
Sit in on a class first
Our free trial is a full one-hour lesson in a real class, not a sales pitch. Come and see how the method works, meet a trainer, and decide afterwards.
Have a question?
Message us on WhatsApp and we will advise on the right level, the next intake and fees — usually within the hour during opening hours.
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