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Learn Chinese (Mandarin) Online & in London

Chinese (Mandarin) is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Did you know that one in five people all over the world speaks Chinese (Mandarin)? That is over 900 million speakers. There's no ignoring the fact that being able to speak Chinese (Mandarin) is going to be a key skill in the future, especially in business.

At City Lit, we offer a range of Chinese (Mandarin) courses at various levels to take you from a complete beginner to a confident speaker of the language.

Designed to meet the needs of the busy Londoner, we offer courses during the week, weekend, daytime or evening. We also offer intensive courses for those looking to take on an exciting challenge.

Flexible Learning—In-Person or Online

Join us at our vibrant Covent Garden campus, an inspiring hub designed to support your learning with modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment. Explore our facilities.

Prefer the flexibility of online study? Our live, interactive online courses bring expert teaching straight to you, wherever you are.

Courses available both in-person and online

We offer a range of long and short courses allowing you to choose between in-person and online learning.

Learn in the centre of London with our in-person courses. Our purpose-built facilities in Covent Garden mean we are ideally located and easy to get to. 

See our guide to online learning for more information about accessing our live online courses.

All our courses are live, interactive, and taught by expert tutors. No matter how you prefer to learn, we've got the class for you.

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  1. Chinese: fan writing
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 25 Jul 2026

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Zhonghan Lin
    Explore the enchanting world of Chinese fan writing in our workshop! Delve into the rich tapestry of Chinese culture as we unravel the history and significance of this ancient art form. Discover the profound cultural significance behind each stroke, and unleash your creativity on the canvas of tradition.
    Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00
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  2. Chinese calligraphy: explore the Nature and World characters
    Course start date:  Fri 9 Oct 2026

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Xiaolan Bi

    Experience the calming practice of Chinese brush calligraphy while discovering the origins of Mandarin Chinese characters. Learn the basics of character writing and uncover how ancient symbols were inspired by the natural world. This creative and mindful session encourages focus, reflection, and a deeper appreciation of language and culture.

    This session is part of the 2026 Mental Wealth Festival, hosted by City Lit and partners.

    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £5.00
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  3. Chinese Spring Festival and Customs
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 30 Jan 2027

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Xiaolan Bi

    Get ready for the Chinese New Year this year! This is an unique opportunity to discover the most important festival in China: ‘Chinese New Year’, which in 2027 is Year of the Fire Goat.

    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00
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About the City Lit School of Languages

We offer Language courses in 19 different languages. Most language courses are taught at seven different levels and you can start anywhere from beginner to advanced.Whether you would like to attend part-time or weekend language classes, our highly popular language lessons offer the widest choice in London. 

Professional development language courses

We can also offer tailored language training in your workplace, which can be a fast and convenient way to learn a language to help improve your skills for work or develop your business.