Welcome to Herts Mandarin
Mandarin classes and after-school clubs for children aged 4+ in St Albans and Potters Bar. From first words to GCSE Higher Tier, we make Mandarin learning engaging, structured, and enjoyable.Book a Free Trial Lesson
OUR PROGRAMMES
Mandarin Classes
Small-group Mandarin lessons for children aged 4+ with a structured pathway from beginner to GCSE in St Albans and Potters Bar.
Mandarin Clubs
Interactive after-school clubs filled with songs, games, stories, and cultural activities for Hertfordshire primary schools.
YCT Exam Preparation
We are also a YCT Exam Centre in Hertfordshire, providing structured guidance and preparation for students to succeed with confidence.
Why Families Choose Herts Mandarin
1. Small & Supportive Learning
Small class sizes ensure every child receives personalised support in a warm, encouraging environment where they feel confident to learn and speak Mandarin. Families can also download our Mandarin App to support children’s Mandarin learning at home.
2. Strong Reading & Academic Progression
Our structured reading-focused curriculum builds strong Mandarin literacy and confidence. Children also have access to over 500 online Chinese graded picture books to support reading practice and independent learning at home, with a clear progression pathway from beginner level to YCT and GCSE Higher Tier preparation.
3. Engaging Culture & Community
Learning is made fun and meaningful through songs, storytelling, games, projects, and cultural experiences. We also build a supportive community through festivals, events, Chinese library and shared learning experiences for families.
We chose Herts Mandarin because it is close to home, but we stayed because Jenny is a very passionate teacher who really cares about each child’s progress. -St Albans parent
We found Herts Mandarin through the website and liked the introduction. The location is also very convenient for us. -St Albans parent
We have great trust in Miss Jenny’s teaching. Her passion for Chinese is clear, and my child has become much more interested in speaking Mandarin. -Welwyn Garden City parent
Our daughter has Chinese heritage, and we wanted her to improve her Mandarin while also learning more about Chinese culture. -St Albans parent
We like the clear class structure and learning materials. The lessons provide a good balance of speaking, listening, reading and writing. -Hertford parent
We were looking for a Chinese school and came across Herts Mandarin by chance. After trying it, we really liked it. -St Albans parent
The teachers are very kind and my child feels very comfortable in class. The location is also very convenient for us. -Hatfield parent
We chose Herts Mandarin for the high-quality teaching and strong support for GCSE Mandarin preparation. -Hatfield parent
We really appreciate Miss Jenny’s passion and dedication. -Harpenden parent
