Our Classes and Fees
We are very flexible and have a range of Group and Private classes on offer for adults and children, from the age of 3. We encourage you to get in touch with requests also, we may be able to start a new class with interest!
Saturdays during term time, New term starting 12th September 2026
Venue: Loreto College, Hatfield Road, St Albans AL1 3RQ
Dates: Autumn term begins 12th September 2026 and runs every Saturday until 5th December 2026.
Autumn Half Term: There are NO class on 24th and 31st of October due to half term.
NB The age ranges given below are a guide as we carefully consider the grouping of our learners according to their age and language background and level.
Mandarin Early Talkers A: Approximately age 3-5
Children in this class have or are developing a grasp of numbers 1-10, might be learning to write their own name, but cannot yet read enough to be able to complete a worksheet.
The focus is about developing an awareness of the world around us and of languages, and on learning to sit and listen, take turns and play games. We use toys, video clips, songs, maps and globes and crafting activities.
Time: 11:10am – 12:10pm
Teacher: Mrs. Harbott and Mrs Bian
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin Early Talkers B: Approximately age 3-5
Children in this class have or are developing a grasp of numbers 1-10, might be learning to write their own name, but cannot yet read enough to be able to complete a worksheet.
The focus is about developing an awareness of the world around us and of languages, and on learning to sit and listen, take turns and play games. We use toys, video clips, songs, maps and globes and crafting activities.
Time: 11:10am – 12:10pm
Teacher: Lili
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin Little Talkers Approximately age 6-8
Children in this class know how to count, write their own name, and can read simple instructions.
The focus is on learning words and phrases by heart through song and games. The children learn to complete more structured tasks such as worksheets or simple listening exercises.
Time: 10:05am – 11:05am
Teacher: Mrs. Harbott and Mrs. Bian
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin Junior Talkers Approximately age 7-9
For this class, we follow the Youth Chinese Test curriculum but use our own resources which are tailor-made to match the ability and dynamics of the group.
Children begin to learn how to write Chinese characters and simple homework is given. An informal reading and listening assessment is performed at the end of the course. We still use songs, games and role play where appropriate.
Time: 10:05am – 11:05am
Teacher: Mrs. Janice Liang
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin Top Talkers: Approximately age 9-11
For children who have completed the YCT 1 course and wish to continue with their Chinese Mandarin.
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Mrs. Harbott and Mrs Bian
Price: £140 per term
Mandarin Super Talkers: Approximately age 11+
For children who have completed the YCT 1 course and wish to continue with their Chinese Mandarin.
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Mrs Bian
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin Adult Beginner Classes (HSK 1)
This module is designed for English-speaking adults who are complete beginners with little or no knowledge of Chinese language.
Time: 11:10am – 12:10pm
Teacher: Mrs Liang (Janice)
Price: £160 per term
Cantonese Early Talkers A: Approximately age 3-5
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Molly
Price: £145 per term
Cantonese Early Talkers B: Approximately age 3-5
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Molly
Price: £145 per term
Cantonese Little Talkers Approximately age 6-8
Time: 10:05am – 11:05am
Teacher: Molly
Price: £145 per term
Cantonese Junior Talkers Approximately age 9+
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Cass 王少芳
Price: £145 per term
Mandarin GCSE class (2-3 years course)
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Teacher:
Price: please ask
• Exam-focused learning
•Listening, speaking, reading & writing
Cantonese GCSE class (2-3 years course)
Time:
Teacher:
Price: please ask
• Exam-focused learning
•Listening, speaking, reading & writing
Other Classes
We also provide private tuition, tuition for adults and family learning courses.
These Chinese lessons are available throughout most of Hertfordshire including St. Albans, Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Hertford, Stevenage, Luton, Harpenden, Hitchin, Letchworth, and surrounding areas. Please contact us for more information.
We have a team who are able to provide tuition for all ages and at all levels, whether you need chinese for work, fun, holidays, family circumstances or a possible move abroad, we can provide you with a tailor-made course to suit your requirements. One of our tutors will have a chat with you about your needs and will then plan and deliver a course tailor-made for your needs.
Adult Intermediate Classes
Book for Jan 2027 below.
Price: £160 per term
Family Classes
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Price: dependent on requirements
Private Classes
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Price: dependent on requirements
After School Classes
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Price: dependent on requirements
…Little Talkers’ teaching has been exceptional and engaging and I have been amazed by how much both my children have progressed in a relatively short space of time.
Rich – St. Albans