Katarzyna Urbaniak from Poland (the second lady from the left)

Mandarin Upper Intermediate to Advanced Full Day Class (5/9 – 12/10, 2011)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— While looking at school’s website I have discovered that lessons schedule is very flexible. You can start class anytime you want and finish any time you want. It was a very important factor for me. The school would adapt to your preference. It is very convenient. I also appreciate the contact with the reception. I have received a full clear information and advice on classes, materials and methods.

2, How’s the school environment?

— I loved the school environment. Teachers are very friendly and open-minded. Girls at the reception desk are very helpful and nice. Even school’s space is very well designed for socializing. During breaks everyone from different class and levels can gather together and socialize.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— I consider myself very lucky. My class consisted of really nice people and I have made great friendships. We studied and we laughed together. It was a great experience.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— At the beginning I didn’t understand the very well the teacher’s method. However, after a week I have discovered that the class was really effective because I could actually communicate well in Mandarin. After a month of class, not only I wasn’t afraid to speak anymore but also I have gained an adequate amount of Chinese vocabulary and fixed phrases. I had highly qualified teacher. The teaching methods and tips the teacher gave us were really useful and made studying a foreign language easier and pleasant.

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

— I am thinking of coming back. HKLS is the first thing I would spend my money on if I stay longer in Hong Kong. I believe it is both a good investment in your language skills and a fun experience with great people.

(Came Back to us and took 2 more weeks – Mandarin Advanced (27/11- 3/11, 2011)

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

— Of course I will recommend HKLS to my friends. No matter they work or study they can always find a class schedule adequate to their needs. You can meet great teachers with outstanding teaching skills and meet new friends. It’s worth be a part of the school!

Marie Craberou from France (the first lady from the right)

Mandarin Upper Intermediate to Advanced Full Day Class (5/9 – 12/10, 2011)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— a friend recommended me the school.

2, How’s the school environment?

— comfortable and convenient

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— serious and friendly so a good balance.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— Lily Liu is my teacher, she is very smart, very cultured and open mind so it’s very comfortable to learn with her.

4 personnes and after only me. i improve my understanding and talking, that what i was expected. (however, i think for the beginning is good to be with other students but after, in upper levels, is better to be alone for the lesson. Because all students don’t improve at the same steps, some are good to understand or some are good to speak)

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

— Yes i will come back. i will come back because i like the way to teach and i also like my teacher!!

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

— Yes i will recommended this school because there is a nice mood (friendly), i had a good teacher and i enjoy go to this school.

Mr. Raymond Chan from U.S.A.

Cantonese Beginners Day Time class (25/11- 23/12, 2010)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

–I chose Hong Kong Language School because they were very flexible.? They had many different time options to choose from and their staff was very friendly.? Also, the facility looked very presentable and the location is quite close to the MTR.

2, How’s the school environment?

–The school’s environment is quite good. There is always a friendly and helpful atmosphere. The school itself feels very “open” and you never feel trapped or cluttered.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

–The classrooms are comfortable and clean.? Students are encouraged to ask questions and the teachers always make sure that the students are able to comprehend the material.? You never feel rushed to learn the material.? If there is something is confusing or hard to learn, the teacher slows down and tries to help the students first.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

–My teacher, Angela, was awesome.? She was very friendly and knowledgeable.? My class was quite effective.? Due to the fact that Angela is flexible, I had learned more than I had expected.?? She was not one of those teachers that only follows the book like a robot.? If there are other things that she feels a student should know, she deviates from the book and teaches her students very useful words/phrases/ sentences.? Also if a student wanted to learn about subjects that were not covered in the course, she would also take time to teach/ explain them.

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

–Of course!? Before choosing Hong Kong Language School, I had called/ visited many other schools around Hong Kong.? Hong Kong Language School was the most flexible.? They always try to work the time schedule around the student, making it convenient.? Besides convenience, the staff is always friendly and welcoming.? Lastly, Hong Kong Language School’s price is quite reasonable compared to others.

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

–Yes, I would recommend Hong Kong Language School to my friends.? Due to its convenient location, it is easy to get to.? The staff is very friendly and you are never looked down upon.? The material is designed to make learning Chinese easier and due to their flexibility, you can always learn at your own pace.

Ms Jennifer Hennings from U.S.A.

Cantonese Beginners Day Time class (24/11- 21/12, 2010)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— I chose HKLS because it had so many positive student reviews on its website, and because it was offering Cantonese classes at a time that worked well for me. I also thought the price was reasonable compared to other programs I’d seen.

2, How’s the school environment?

— HKLS is a friendly place. I like the way that students can have tea and snacks together and chat during the break. It makes it much more social.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— The class atmosphere is friendly without being overly lax. I’d say it was “learning with a smile.”

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— Vectra is a thoughtful and encouraging teacher. He did a good job of identifying and focusing on words and phrases that were most challenging for me. He also used a good variety of exercises to help me practice. I really feel like I’ve learned a lot in my four weeks of lessons. The class was quite effective.

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

— If my schedule allows, I will definitely come back for more lessons, since I like the pace, structure, and price of the HKLS classes.

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

— Yes, I’ve already recommended HKLS to several people, and I’ll continue to do so. I think the classes are a great value for the money, and the teachers are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional.

Mariyah Hoosenally from Singapore

Cantonese Beginners Level 1 Day Time class (8/8 – 19/8, 2011)

Neih hou! The two weeks I spent in the Hong Kong Language School were weeks I would never forget. I chose the Hong Kong Language School amongst the few others in Hong Kong because it stood out to me. The class timings were reasonable, the location was perfect and the course outline was just right. I felt that the school was just right for me the moment I walked in and was welcomed by the friendly staff. I was introduced to my fellow classmates and teachers shortly after and knew that this was right for me.

The class environment was extremely fun! I am now confident walking down the streets of Hong Kong. I would to take more classes to expand my Cantonese and talk to the locals. I recommend the HK Language School to anyone who wants to learn the languages of Hong Kong!

Mr. Alex Howard from Britain, Swiss

Mandarin Private Tuition (28/9- 29/10, 2010)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— Because it was very convenient. Close to my house and very central relative to Wanchai. It came across as professional to me and the prices were very fair. Upon the visit I felt very welcome and at ease. At that point I had already made up my mind.
2, How’s the school environment?

— Actually quite family like. After a month’s time I felt really familiar with the place and everyone. It really had a cosy feel. Saying goodbye to my teacher at the end was rather difficult, a relationship had been building up with the school and the place.
3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— I only took private lessons with Helen, so it was of course very personalized. It was more of a dialogue than a class. It was very casual but yet very effective and hard-working. From my point of view it really was ideal, especially to learn to express myself.
4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— My teacher was simply great. She taught me everything from Chinese history, to everyday culture, vocabulary, characters and grammar. She was my first real insight into China I must say. Within 5 weeks time I learned all the basics of the Chinese language. As I now moved to Shanghai I could easily get around, communicate and even explain what kind of phone deal I wanted to my mobile company!
5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

— Of course! If I ever was to move back to Hong Kong from Shanghai (where I know live), I’d probably take a weekly 2-hour course just to maintain my characters and vocabulary.
6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

— Of course! I indeed already have. In my own opinion HKLS is the best deal you can find in Hong Kong. Their strongest point is their outstanding flexibility.

So don’t be shy, go knock at their door.

Marco Gomez from Mexico (the Gentleman in the middle)

Mandarin Day Time class, from Lower Intermediate 4 to Upper Intermediate 2 (12/4 -17/6, 2011)

Switched to Evening class after started a Full Time Job (4/7- 19/9, 2011)

Mandarin Upper Intermediate Evening class (1/3, 2012 – Present )

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

I decided to join HK Language School for various reasons.

First, they offered classes at various levels, including mine. It is not uncommon in language schools to have only either basic or advanced levels, with intermediate students left literally, “in the middle”. This was not the case, and I was immediately placed in a group adequate to my level.

The school is very conveniently located, with easy access by bus or MTR. The staff was very friendly and helpful when we enquired about the courses and they have a good schedule flexibility. The final (and not least important) reason was cost. Compared to other options, HK Language school is very budget friendly, which added to all the other advantages it has, made my decision to join very easy!

2, How’s the school environment?

Once I joined, I felt immediately welcomed. The school environment is indeed friendly, which confirmed my initial impression. They have a good supply of coffee, water and snacks for the students, they are always helpful and attentive, and the teachers are all very friendly. I can confidently say that in a very short time I made a few actual friends, which, as an expat living in a place very far away from home is important and not too easy.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

Definitely going to class and continue learning that you want to do, not simply something you need to do. Learning must be interesting and fun, and in HK Language School they definitely succeed.

Classes are generally made up of 3-4 students, which makes it great for learning. Depending on your level that might be even smaller.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

Unlike other places, teachers actually prepare their classes according to each individual’s needs. This is priceless. The teachers actually like what they do, and they care about their students. And it shows. They promote learning the language while being as friendly as possible, within the boundaries of good teacher-student dynamics. This is good because after all, we go there to learn. If friendships are created, there is always time for fun after class.

Since I joined I’ve had two teachers, both being excellent. As I said, they enjoy teaching and sincerely seek that students learn. They understand mandarin is not an easy language to learn, and they are very patient and dedicated. It is very important that they are from Mainland China, not only because of the accent and pronunciation, but also for idiomatic expressions and way of speaking.

My classes have been very effective. I feel I have improved substantially since coming here, and people around me with whom I communicate in mandarin think likewise.

5. Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

I strongly recommend people to come and try learning in the HK Language School, it will be very rewarding!

Mr. Andex Chan from Hong Kong

Russian Private Tuition (12/1 – 23/1, 2009)

French Private Tuition (13/7 – 12/8, 2010)

International Student – Switzerland

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?
— I heard about Hong Kong Language School from my friend, and I looked some information about this school on the internet so I decided to try it on.

2, How’s the school environment?

— The school environment is quite suprising me because the environment was over my expectation (which is SUPER!!!) simple and tidy, providing what you need.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

–The class I had in Russian was 1 to 1 which is nice, more chances to speak and asking questions.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

–My French teacher was amazing, teaching with heart
I did learn what I expected.

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

–Of course I’m coming back, because this is my second time of learning here.

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends? Why?

–I did recommend Hong Kong Language School to my friend already because here they provide good teacher and good education programs, lots of option (language) for you.

Jack from Britain & Femke from Netherlands

Mandarin Beginners Day Time class (5/7 -14/10, 2010)

” I would recommend HKLS as an excellent school to learn Chinese in a professional and friendly manner that result in a great learning environment. The teaching quality meet all my high expectations and I particularly liked it that the classes focused on developing my speaking ability for everyday situations. I would recommend HKLS for anyone who is serious about taking the plunge of learning mandarin!”

Lee Pechtl from Germany

Mandarin Beginner Level 1 & 2, Mandarin Reading & Writing Course (12/11, 2009 – 8/2, 2010)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— Compared to other language schools, I found the website to be well-arranged and easy to understand. I thought the course fees were reasonable for Hong Kong and made use of the discount offer for early payment. The location of the school was also very important to me: it is very central.

2, How’s the school environment?

— The environment was very pleasant: clean (as was the rest of the building), the receptionists were very friendly, and there was always free tea, coffee, and little snacks for everyone in the entrance/leisure area. With the school being on one of the upper floors, the rooms are quite light. The outside environment, too, is very convenient, with lots of small places to have lunch at, a mall to have coffee down the road, and MTR as well as tram stops within a few minutes’ walking distance.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— The first course I took was for learning and practising speaking: my 4 other classmates were from places all over the world and we soon started meeting for lunch, etc. Altogether, the atmosphere was very friendly and also interesting as there was a noticable cultural exchange as well.

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— The teacher of the first course I attended tried to respond to everone’s particular needs, and was very attentive to help with individual difficulties (pronunciation, etc.) In the second course I took, I was on my own, to learn and practise writing characters. The teacher encouraged me a lot and contributed to?my lasting enthusiasm for Mandarin. The classes were both very effective and gave me a good start into learning Mandarin (I still take lessons now back in Europe).

5, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends?

— I will recommend HKLS to anyone who wants to study Chinese in Hong Kong. For all the above reasons 😉

Ms. Melanie Walls from Britain (the second lady from the right)

Cantonese Beginners Level 1 Day Time class (7/3 -18/3, 2011)
Cantonese Beginners Level 2 Day Time class (26/4-11/, 2011)

1, Why did you choose Hong Kong Language School?

— A friend highly recommended it to me!

2, How’s the school environment?

— Really friendly and a lovely place to spend time in and meet people! The staff are really friendly and accommodating and also help you to practice your Cantonese.

3, How’s the class atmosphere?

— Really relaxed, friendly, flexible and fun! Thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience!

4, How’s your teacher? Was your class effective? Did you learn what you had expected?

— I learnt so much more than expected! I couldn’t believe what they fitted into two weeks! The class material was so comprehensive, but the teacher also very flexible and any extra phrases we wanted to learn she would teach us.

5, Will you come back & take more lessons? Why?

— Definitely, once I’ve consolidated what I’ve learnt! When I’ve used it out and about it’s been great and just made me want to learn more!

6, Will you recommend Hong Kong Language School to your friends & relatives? Why?

— Definitely, I think it uses very comprehensive material as guidance but is also very flexible! It’s also a really friendly, flexible and accommodating school!