One-to-one Private Mandarin Tuition

What We Offer

Our private Mandarin tuition is designed around each learner's individual needs and objectives.

• All ages and levels: Open to adults and children, including complete beginners.
• Personalised learning: A programme tailored to your current Mandarin level, interests and learning goals.
• Experienced teachers: Structured teaching with regular feedback and progress monitoring.
• Flexible learning mode: Face-to-face tuition at our Confucius Institute office or online by arrangement.
• Year-round registration: Enquiries and registrations are welcome from September to July, subject to availability.

Teaching Arrangements 

Our standard teaching arrangements are:

• Days: Monday to Thursday.
• Times: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, subject to teacher availability.
• Frequency: Normally one hour per week.
• Location: Confucius Institute office, University of Sheffield.
• Online tuition: Available by arrangement.

Lessons normally take place on the same day and at the same time each week, following an agreed timetable. We aim to maintain continuity without gaps between sessions, except during bank holidays and holiday periods.

Changes to the agreed timetable are only considered in exceptional circumstances and must be mutually agreed.

How to Register 

Step 1 – Make an enquiry

Contact our administrative team to discuss your learning requirements, preferred learning mode and availability. Please provide at least two preferred days and times to help us identify a suitable teacher.

Step 2 – Teacher allocation and registration

We will check teacher availability and identify a suitable teacher. Once the arrangements have been confirmed, you can proceed with registration and payment through our online shop.

Step 3 – Complete payment

Choose one of the tuition packages and pay the full fee in advance. Instalment payments are not accepted.

Step 4 – Complimentary Initial Learning Consultation

After registration and full payment, we will arrange a complimentary Initial Learning Consultation (up to one hour) with your allocated teacher.

This meeting will provide an opportunity to:

• Discuss your learning objectives and expectations.
• Assess your current Mandarin proficiency.
• Agree on an appropriate curriculum, syllabus and teaching approach.
• Plan your regular lesson timetable.

For children, parents or guardians are welcome to participate in this consultation.

Step 5 – Begin your lessons

Regular weekly lessons will begin according to the agreed timetable. Your teacher will monitor attendance and progress, provide feedback and adjust the learning programme where appropriate.

Course Fees 

We offer two pre-paid tuition packages:

Please note:

• A minimum booking of 10 hours applies.
• Fees must be paid in full before the Initial Learning Consultation can be arranged.
• Instalment payments are not accepted.
• The complimentary Initial Learning Consultation is additional to the purchased tuition hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Who can register for private Mandarin tuition?

Our programme is open to adults and children of all Mandarin proficiency levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners.

2. Do I need previous knowledge of Mandarin?

No. Complete beginners are very welcome. Your teacher will tailor the programme to your starting level and learning objectives.

3. Can parents register on behalf of their children?

Yes. Parents or guardians can make enquiries and complete registration on behalf of their children. They are also welcome to participate in the Initial Learning Consultation.

4. Can I have lessons online?

Yes. Although we encourage face-to-face teaching at our Confucius Institute office, online tuition can also be arranged by agreement.

5. Can I choose my preferred lesson time?

Yes. Our standard availability is Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm. Please provide at least two preferred days and times when enquiring. All arrangements are subject to teacher availability.

6. How often do lessons take place?

Lessons normally take place once a week for one hour, at an agreed regular time. We aim to avoid gaps between sessions, except during bank holidays and holiday periods.

7. Can I change my lesson timetable?

The agreed day and time should normally remain fixed to ensure continuity. Changes will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and must be mutually agreed with your teacher.

8. Is there an initial meeting with the teacher?

Yes. Following registration and full payment, new learners are offered a complimentary Initial Learning Consultation of up to one hour with their allocated teacher. This is an opportunity to discuss learning goals, assess current proficiency and plan the course. It is additional to the purchased tuition hours.

For general enquiries before registration, please contact our administrative team.

9. What happens if my teacher needs to change?

If a teacher change becomes necessary due to circumstances on our side, such as staff reassignment, we will arrange an additional complimentary one-hour meeting with the replacement teacher to ensure a smooth transition.

10. Can I continue my tuition after completing my booking?

Absolutely! If you wish to continue learning, simply complete a new registration and purchase another tuition package through our online shop. Subject to teacher availability, your lessons can continue with the same teacher and follow your existing learning programme.

11. When can I register?

Registration is open throughout the academic year, from September to July, subject to teacher availability.

12. How do I make an enquiry or register?

For general enquiries about the programme, availability or registration, please contact our administrative team.

Once arrangements have been confirmed, you can select your preferred tuition package and complete payment through our online shop.

Ready to start learning Mandarin?

We look forward to welcoming you to the Confucius Institute at the University of Sheffield and supporting your Mandarin learning journey.

Contact us:

Email: confucius@sheffield.ac.uk

Tel: 0114 2228332