YCT Exam at Herts Mandarin
We are excited to announce that Herts Mandarin has been officially approved as a YCT (Youth Chinese Test) Exam Centre! Starting this summer, students in Hertfordshire can take the YCT exam locally in St Albans, making it easier than ever to participate in this international Chinese proficiency test.
To help students prepare, we are offering a YCT Summer Camp designed to build confidence and strengthen skills needed for success.
YCT Summer Camp Overview
Our YCT Summer Camp focuses on two key components:
Online Lessons – YCT Review
Ｒecorded lessons covering listening, reading, and writing
Lessons are level-dependent
In-Person Mock Exams & Review
Full-length, timed mock exams to simulate the real YCT test
Detailed feedback, scoring, and review provided by teachers
Additionally, the camp includes fun Chinese cultural games and activities, making learning engaging and enjoyable.
YCT Mock Exam Schedule (Summer 2026)
Week 1 – 8th August
• YCT Level １ Mock Exam: ９:00 AM – １１:00 AM
• YCT Level ２ Mock Exam: １:00 PM – ４:00 PM
Week 2 – 15th August
• YCT Level ３ Mock Exam: ９:00 AM – 1２:00 AM
• YCT Level ４Mock Exam: １:00 PM – ４:00 PM
Each session includes mock exam, review, scoring, and follow-up discussion to ensure students learn from their practice and improve their skills.
2026 Summer Official YCT Exam
The official YCT Summer Exam will be held on Sunday, 23rd August 2026 at Herts Mandarin, St Albans.
Students who participate in the summer camp will be fully prepared to take the exam with confidence.
Why Join Our YCT Summer Camp?
• Prepare effectively for the YCT exam with structured lessons
• Practice with realistic mock exams and detailed feedback
• Learn and revise in a fun, interactive, and culturally rich environment
• Build confidence to succeed on exam day
YCT Structure
The Youth Chinese Test (YCT) is an internationally recognized Chinese language proficiency test designed for non-native primary and secondary school students. It evaluates their ability to use Chinese in academic and everyday life settings.
The YCT is divided into two independent sections: a written test and an oral test.
Written Test
The written test consists of four levels:
• YCT Level 1: For students with a vocabulary of about 80 words. Successful candidates can understand and use basic Chinese words and sentences, preparing them for further Chinese studies.
• YCT Level 2: For students with a vocabulary of about 150 words. Successful candidates can meet minimal communication needs using basic Chinese words and sentences.
• YCT Level 3: For students with a vocabulary of about 300 words. Successful candidates can engage in simple, direct communication on familiar topics, achieving a foundational level of proficiency.
• YCT Level 4: For students with a vocabulary of about 600 words or more. Successful candidates can handle basic communication tasks in life, study, and work, as well as manage most interactions while traveling in China.
Oral Test
The oral test is divided into two levels:
• YCT-Speaking (Basic)
• YCT-Speaking (Intermediate)
