Duration
1-52 weeksLessons Per Day
2 HoursAccommodation
IncludedDaily Meals
NOT IncludedStudent Number
No more than 6Program Start
Any MondayTuition Starting From
USD 490language levels
Any LevelCourse Features
In the Chinese Language Course + Volunteer program I will:
- Improve my Chinese skills by taking the group Chinese classes for 10 hours per week.
- Learn Chinese in the most affordable way.
- Be provided with full accommodation – single room accommodation close to Keats.
- Teach English 4 hours/week as a volunteer at Keats English School.
Is this program
for me?
TEACH ENGLISH & VOLUNTEER IN CHINA
This program is a perfect combination of Chinese language learning and volunteer opportunities in China. Teaching English means direct contact with local people and gaining a better understanding of Chinese culture.
Requirements to participate in the Chinese Language Course + Volunteer program:
- Native English speakers (If you are not a native English speaker, but speak very good English, it is also possible to take this program)
- Between 18 and 50 years old
- Passionate about teaching with experience in teaching
- Offer effective teaching to English learners for 4 hours per week
- Flexible in teaching based on the requirements
Chinese Colleagues
You will immerse yourself in the workplace with Chinese colleagues by doing volunteer work in Chengde. It will significantly boost your Chinese language acquisition. Daily interactions offer authentic practice in listening, speaking, and reading, accelerating fluency. Your Chinese colleagues can provide immediate feedback on pronunciation and grammar and introduce practical vocabulary beyond textbooks.
Your Chinese colleagues will also offer insights into workplace culture and etiquette, crucial for successful integration. This immersive experience accelerates your Chinese language journey and enriches your working experiences in China.
TEACH ENGLISH AS A VOLUNTEER
Keats Global Initiative for Languages
Keats School spends endless efforts to promote language and cultural exchange for people from all over the world. Keats Global Initiative for Languages serves as a bridge to link you and English learners to build a strong and lasting friendship. Through this project, you will be giving FREE English lessons to enthusiastic English learners to help them improve their English in all aspects as a volunteer at Keats English School. The English lessons will be arranged in the evening and during the weekend.
Locations Available for the Chinese Language Course + Volunteer in China
INCLUDED In Tuition
Group Chinese Class
You will take group Chinese classes for 2 hours per day, Monday to Friday. The classes are either in the morning or in the afternoon depending on your level.
SINGLE ROOM WITH PRIVATE/SHARED BATHROOM
- Live in the school’s dorms, 30 minutes by bus from the school.
- Clean, safe, convenient, and comfortable.
Program Certificate
As an outstanding Chinese language institute that is well established for nearly 20 years, we offer students program certificates at the end of the program. You can use it for:
- Job application
- Degree program application
- Proof of a memorable experience
- Proof of your Chinese level
A recommendation letter of volunteer can also be provided.
Free Services
Chengde South Train Station Pick-up and Drop-off
We offer train station pick-up and drop-off. Just email us your arrival and departure details and we will make arrangements for you.
Life Advisor
Your “Life Advisor” will be helping you with
- School orientation;
- A tour of the surrounding area (supermarket, hospital, SIM card, metro station, restaurants, post office, etc.)
- Accommodation registration;
- Volunteer work placement;
- Arranging airport drop-off.
Study Advisor
Your “Study Advisor” will be helping you with
- Collecting your learning feedback;
- Tracking your satisfaction with the program;
- Answering questions in learning Chinese;
- Arranging lessons if you want to extend your stay or add extra lessons.
FREE - 24/7 Support
Whenever you need help, we are here to help. We understand that living abroad can be stressful, especially for the first time. We are here to ease your concerns and make your transition smooth. Keats is your home in China and is with you all the time when you learn Chinese in China.
Benefits for Keats Students
Keats Student ID
As a Keats student, you can request a student ID. With the student ID, you can receive student’s prices or discounted prices at 80% of parks in China. This saves you a lot of money which you can invest in your Mandarin Chinese classes. The student ID provides the best opportunity to travel in China on a budget.
VISA APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Keats is a legally registered and licensed Chinese language school approved by the Chinese education department. Keats offers support for your student visa application. After you complete your registration at Keats, we will send you instructions on how to get your student visa with help from Keats. Keats can also provide dependent visas for your spouse and children. Please make sure that you choose a licensed school for your language course to ensure that your legal rights as a student are being protected.
OVER 10000+ STUDENTS
HAVE STUDIED AT KEATS
I found Keats School and I am so glad that I did. When you learn Chinese in China at Keats, you are fully being taken care of. My teacher is really great and we become lovely friends.
It is very comfortable studying at Keats. The teachers are very friendly. I welcome you to come to study Chinese in China at Keats.
I think Keats is one of the best language schools I have ever been to. My teacher is such an amazing person. She is so good at teaching. She makes classes fun. I have learned a lot of vocabulary during my time here. I would really recommend coming to learn Mandarin Chinese at Keats School.
I am a graduate student working on my doctorate degree at Columbia University. We were able to really focus on speaking especially interview-style speaking and we are able to really up my Chinese reading and writing skills, so when I go back to Columbia, I can take formal Chinese classes. It has been a really good experience and I really love my teacher.
It has been notable because I have met a lot of people who I met first time last year like me to come back to Keats this year. The teaching has been fantastic. The teachers carefully prepare each lesson. I think this one-on-one approach is really a great way to rapidly increase your level of Chinese and increase your confidence and fluency with the language.
Kunming’s scenery is very beautiful. It is the best place to study Chinese in China. My favorite learning method at Keats School is one-on-one because it is suitable for everyone. My teacher is very good, very caring, and lovely. My life when learning Chinese in Kunming is very good and the weather is very good. The air is very good. It is good for the elderly’s body.
About studying Chinese here, I think the living condition is very convenient because the dorm is very close to the classroom. Our teachers really enjoy teaching Chinese. They are also very passionate. Compared with other cities in China, Kunming has really good weather.
I really enjoy this place because we have private Mandarin lessons. I took the 6-hour program, 4 hours in the morning, 2 in the afternoon. Even though it is quite a lot, the teaching is complimentary. This is very helpful because I could review what I did before and learn new things. My 2 teachers are fantastic. We live in the school, so it is convenient. It is interesting to me to meet people from all over the world.
FAQ
I am not a native speaker. Can I still apply for this program?
Yes, if you can speak very good English and have experience in teaching English, you are also welcome to participate in this program.
Does this program include accommodation?
Yes, this program includes single-room accommodation with a private/shared bathroom.
Does this program include meals?
The Chinese Language Course + Volunteer in China does not include meals. But there are many cheap food options close to the school.
DO I NEED A VISA TO TAKE THE CHINESE LANGUAGE PROGRAM IN CHINA AT KEATS SCHOOL?
Citizens of the following countries and territories may enjoy a 30-day visa-free stay in China:
Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, North Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, and Uruguay.
If the Chinese language program you take at Keats is longer than 4 weeks, then we can send you the necessary documents to apply for a student visa that can cover your entire stay at Keats.
Will I need to create lesson plans to teach the students or is this more of an assistive role?
We will offer training on what you need to do. You will need to follow our teaching plans, and we will guide you on what to do. Sometimes, you will be the leading role in class, while sometimes, you will be the assistive role with a Chinese teacher as a leading role.