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Chinese Courses in Beijing for Juniors
How about learning a more exotic language? Chinese is spoken by more than 1.3 billion people worldwide, making it the most spoken native language in the world. With Sprachcaffe, you have an experienced partner to learn Chinese on a student language study trip and at the same time experience the fascinating country of China, as well as its culture and mentality. Our Chinese language study trip takes you directly to the breathtaking Beijing, the capital of China.
Beijing is a city whose cityscape perfectly represents China: Deeply rooted in history and yet so modern.
Tiananmen Square, the impressive temples of Beijing, the Chinese National Museum, the Forbidden City and much more!
Beijing can be confusing, especially if you haven't mastered the characters yet. Our trained guides always know what to do.
We are happy to accompany you on the flight so that you can enjoy your journey and discover Beijing without any worries.
Your high school stay in China
Only a few weeks are not enough for you? Then we have just the thing for you: With a high school stay in Pekting, you will not only perfect your Chinese language skills, but you can also fully immerse yourself in the foreign culture. For a perfect start, you will take part in an orientation seminar in Beijing.
Why Learn Chinese in Beijing?
Forget about learning a language from textbooks and tapes and get ready for a language experience that will change your life. Learning Chinese is an exhilarating experience and by absorbing the language naturally and spontaneously while you enjoy an unforgettable vacation abroad, you will find yourself learning every nuance almost effortlessly. Not only will your language skills flourish in this exciting and nurturing environment but as a young adult you will enjoy the freedom that every teenager craves in a safe and supervised environment.
Chinese Language School in Beijing for Young People
Located nearby the heart of Beijing's Forbidden City, our school offers you a tranquil, exciting and liberating learning environment. Learn every nuance of the Chinese language in our school, surrounded by lush green parks, or ouside in the streets, shops and museums of Beijing. With the combination of an effective classroom environment, natural beauty and lovely architectural charm, you will never be short of breathtaking inspiration.
With the help of our qualified and friendly language teachers you will be sure to enjoy a personalized and effective learning experience. Our teachers make sure you make the most of your class time, ensuring that you reach your language goals while enjoying an invigorating vacation in one of the world's most charismatic destinations. Enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Ancestral Temple and the lush Imperial Gardens or take a walk to the famous shopping street ofWangfujing.
With a true abundance of breathtaking sights surrounding the school, you will have ample opportunity to make the most of your free time and explore your surroundings. From relaxing in the parks, enjoying a snack in the nearby restaurants or discovering the cultural palace of Wen Hua Gong, your free time is all set to be memorable and exciting while giving you the extra opportunity to build your confidence as your language skills progress.
The Forbidden City, the heart of Beijing, is without doubt the most beautiful and tranquil place in the capital. It served as the residence of the Ming and Qing emperors in past eras. It is the largest and best-preserved example of ancient architecture in the world. To this day, the area surrounding the Forbidden City, with its magnificent buildings and picturesque footpaths, is a popular spot for Beijingers seeking recreation.
Classes are held in small groups with a maximum of 15 participants. All teaching materials are provided for the duration of the course. The very modern classrooms at our language school in Beijing offer participants enough space to learn the Chinese language effectively. Due to the location of the Sprachcaffe language school in Beijing near a large park, you have the opportunity to go outside at any time or, for example, to read in one of the pavilions.
Course Details
We offer standard Chinese courses for all students which consist of 4 lessons per day from Monday to Friday. Classes begin in the morning and finish early in the day so that students have plenty of time to explore the city with us on our exciting activity program. During this time out and around Beijing, students get the chance to practise what they have learned in class in real-life situations.
Our native teachers at the Chinese school in Beijing provide modern teaching materials for the duration of the course. They use open and dynamic methods that encourage participation and communication, as well as fun! These include games, role play, debates and discussions. All methods involve speaking in Chinese from the beginning which commits the language to memory more easily.
Hints and notes about your chinese course in China
The language course in Beijing begins every Monday. Arrivals and departures are always at the weekend. In addition, we provide you with up-to-date teaching materials for your learning success on your language trip to Beijing. These will help you to make great progress in the shortest possible time. The Chinese language learning materials have been carefully selected and tested by our teachers. So nothing stands in the way of a successful and effective Chinese course in Beijing!
Possible course types for Beijing
In the Standard Course you will learn Chinese in 20 lessons of 45 minutes each and a maximum group size of 14 people. The minimum duration of the Standard Course is 1 week. In one week, the Standard Course lasts 15 hours.
In the intensive course you will learn Chinese in 30 lessons of 45 minutes each with a maximum group size of 15 participants. The minimum duration of the intensive course is 1 week.
Hints and notes about your Chinese course in China
The language course in Beijing begins every Monday. Arrivals and departures are always at the weekend. In addition, we provide you with up-to-date teaching materials for your learning success on your language trip to Beijing. These will help you to make great progress in the shortest possible time. The Chinese language learning materials have been carefully selected and tested by our teachers. So nothing stands in the way of a successful and effective Chinese course in Beijing!
In order for your language course in Beijing to be a complete success, you need competent teachers. Our language teachers are highly qualified educators who enjoy and are enthusiastic about their work and speak Chinese at a native level. They are also friendly and always have an open ear for their students. In order to find the right language course in Beijing for your level, you can either take our online Chinese test before your trip or directly in Beijing on the first day of the course.
Accommodation
Comfort is the key when it comes to truly enjoying an awesome adventure abroad and our school residence has seamlessly combined the charms of the Eastern world with the comforts of the West to ensure that your time in Beijing remains unforgettable. After an action-packed day, you will relish the peace, harmony and tranquility of our accommodation while you reflect on your experiences. If you need some time to recharge your batteries before exploring more of Beijing, but still want to socialize, then our accommodation is the perfect place for that. The company of your fellow students will enrich your experience while offering you unlimited opportunities to practise your new language skills and make friendships that will last a lifetime.
Our residence in Beijing
You will receive full board in our Beijing residence and share a double room with another student. Shared rooms are also available. The residence is very central and you can reach the city centre in just 10 to 15 minutes on foot. The highlight of our residence is the en suite bathroom.
By staying in our residence, your language skills will strengthen by themselves and you will gain a lot of confidence in the foreign language! Our modern residence is centrally located - you can be at school in just 10 minutes!
An internet corner, a TV lounge and a restaurant invite you to relax. Breakfast and dinner are served in the residence, a hot lunch is available at the school; on an excursion, students dine at a restaurant near the excursion destination. You can also do your laundry at the residence. A room cleaning service is included.
Leisure activities in Beijing
After your Chinese lessons, you will have the opportunity to participate in a varied recreational program almost every afternoon and evening. Apart from your language course, your free time activities are what you will remember longest and what will make your language holiday an amazing experience!
In addition to trips to the cinema, we also organize quiz nights and parties, providing the perfect opportunity to get to know people from around the world and make new friends. And what's more, you'll have the possibility to practise and improve your Chinese outside the classroom.During any first stay in Beijing, a sightseeing tour of the city should be at the top of your list of things to do. There is an endless number of places of interest to discover in the capital of China; from the Great Wall of China to the magnificent Summer Palace. And don't forget to try the authentic and absolutely delicious Chinese cuisine!We also organize excursions to towns, regions, and attractions surrounding Beijing, for example to the Temple of Heaven, Ming Tombs, or the Biyun Temple.
Below is a sample itinerary for a week in Beijing with us. Please note that it is just a sample, and the itinerary changes from week to week.
Morning:
Placement test & lessons
Afternoon:
Orientation tour
Evening:
Welcome party
Morning:
Lessons
Afternoon:
Tai Chi lesson: try out the traditional Chinese martial art
Evening:
Table football*
Morning:
Lessons
Afternoon:
Capital Museum: discover the ancient artwork of China
Evening:
Gongfu Show*: enjoy the legend of kung fu presented by China's best performers
Morning:
Lessons
Afternoon:
Trip to Lama temple*
Evening:
Free evening
Morning:
Lessons
Afternoon:
Silk Street Market: Beijing's biggest shopping centre
Evening:
Farewell party
Full-day trip to the Great Wall
or Departure
For stays of 2 weeks or more, a full-day excursion is included!
Arrival
Please note:
The activities in our sample week are only recommendations for a language study trip. The excursions, times and activities may differ from your language study trip and may result in additional costs on site.
Even more fun: Intensive Leisure Fun Pack
With the ultimate Instensive Leisure Fun Pack you have the opportunity to take part in twice as many excursions and activities, such as a visit to the Lama Temple or a Thai Chi lesson. This package is offered at an additional cost of only €90.
Prices and services for language trip to Beijing
Use your holidays for a language study trip and take part in Sprachcaffe's popular U20 programme! Learn Chinese with your peers in Beijing and immerse yourself in the foreign culture. Our U20 courses give you the chance to combine a holiday with education. Your creativity, your foreign language skills and your ability to work in a team will be professionally trained and promoted. After class, you also have the opportunity to take part in our varied leisure programme and various excursions.
Our language teachers are all highly qualified and motivated to teach you and your fellow students the Chinese language in a fun and non-coercive way. They are also available at all times to help you with any problems you may have. During your language study trip in Beijing, you will live in a residence and receive full board.
Register for our language study trip for students in Beijing and immerse yourself in the Chinese language and culture! Would you prefer to take part in a program for adults? Then take a look at our adult language trips!
Services Included
With Sprachcaffe, everything you need for a successful language trip is included in the price. Accommodation, supervision, language course, placement test, language certificate and of course an unforgettable experience.
Once you have chosen your course, you can register for young people's courses here. Or contact us for any queries you have about the course.
Transfers: Arranging your own flights can save you up to €980! The cost of your transfer from the airport to your accommodation is covered by our all-inclusive price. Please organize arrival at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) from 08:00-17:00 and departure from 08:00-15:00.
Accompanied flights: Unaccompanied Minor Service is offered only if required by airline.
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