Yu - Chinese tutor - London
1st lesson free
Yu - Chinese tutor - London

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Yu

  • Rate £30
  • Response 17h
  • Students

    Number of students Yu has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

    20

    Number of students Yu has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

Yu - Chinese tutor - London
  • 5 (5 reviews)

£30/hr

1st lesson free

Contact

1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • Chinese
  • Mandarin
  • Chinese speaking
  • Chinese listening
  • Chinese writing

In-person Native Mandarin Tutor with PSC Level 2-A | Learn through Real Conversation, Visual Thinking, Stories & Chinese Culture|Speak Real Mandarin with Confidence | ersonalised Lessons

  • Chinese
  • Mandarin
  • Chinese speaking
  • Chinese listening
  • Chinese writing

Lesson location

    • At Yu's house: London

    • Online
    • at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 10 km from London

Recommended

Yu is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.

About Yu

Hi, I'm Yumie! I'm a native Mandarin tutor based in London, with over two years of experience teaching children and adults.

I hold a Level 2-A certification in the Putonghua Proficiency Test and a Teacher Qualification Certificate in China.

I have taught children and adults from a wide range of ages, cultures and language levels. My younger students have ranged from ages 2 to 14, learning through stories, drawing, games and structured YCT materials. I also work with adult learners who want to improve their pronunciation, build confidence in conversation, or understand how Chinese is naturally used in everyday life.

My background is in design and cultural projects also shapes how I teach. I enjoy using visual explanations, creative activities and real-life examples to make Chinese easier to understand and remember.

I help children and adults experience Mandarin through real conversations, visual thinking, stories and contemporary Chinese culture—so the language becomes something they can see, feel and actually use.

I believe Mandarin should feel alive rather than limited to a textbook.
Most importantly, I want my students to feel comfortable, curious and confident using Mandarin — not just during our lessons, but in everyday life too!

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About the lesson

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Undergraduate
  • +14
  • levels :

    Primary

    Secondary

    Undergraduate

    Masters

    Diploma

    Doctorate

    A1

    A2

    B1

    B2

    C1

    C2

    Beginner

    Intermediate

    Advanced

    Professional

    Kids

  • English
  • Mandarin

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Mandarin

My lessons are friendly, interactive and adapted to each student's age, level and interests. Whether you're looking for relaxed conversation practice or a more structured learning experience, I'm happy to help!

Mandarin for Young Children (Ages 2–5)

For little learners, Mandarin is introduced naturally through play, stories, songs, picture books and everyday interactions.

There's no pressure to sit still or follow formal lessons. Instead, I follow each child's interests and create opportunities for them to hear, understand and gradually use Mandarin in a relaxed environment.

Mandarin for Children (Ages 5–14)

For school-age children, I combine engaging activities with more structured language learning, depending on their level and goals.

Lessons can include:
- Speaking, listening and pronunciation
- Chinese character recognition and early reading
- Storytelling, drawing and interactive activities
- Chinese culture, festivals and traditional stories
- YCT and HSK preparation, where appropriate

I aim to make lessons enjoyable while helping children gradually build their confidence and independence in Mandarin.

Mandarin for Adults

I also work with adult learners, from complete beginners to more confident speakers.

We can focus on natural conversation, pronunciation, everyday expressions, reading, Chinese culture or specific learning goals.

I particularly enjoy helping students understand how Mandarin is actually spoken in everyday life, beyond textbook examples.

Two Ways to Learn

I offer two lesson formats depending on how much preparation and structure you're looking for:

Guided Mandarin Practice

Flexible, student-led sessions focusing on conversation, pronunciation, reading, homework support or learning through everyday activities.

These sessions follow your interests and immediate learning needs, without additional customised lesson preparation.

One-to-one: £30/hour
Two students: £45/hour (total)

Personalised Mandarin Lessons

Structured lessons designed around your level, interests and learning goals.

These include advance lesson planning, tailored activities and learning materials, as well as ongoing feedback to support your progress.

One-to-one: £40/hour
Two students: £60/hour (total)

Minimum Booking
Regular in-person lessons have a minimum booking of 1.5 hours per visit.

For younger children, sessions can include play, stories and short breaks to suit their age and attention span.

🛜Online Lessons

£22–£35/hour, depending on the lesson content and preparation required.
Personalised online lessons include basic digital learning materials. All fees will be confirmed before booking.

Trial Sessions

Free 30-minute online introductory session
45-minute in-person trial: £20

Cancellation & Rescheduling

Please give at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a lesson.
Rescheduling is subject to mutual availability. If something unexpected comes up, please let me know as soon as possible.

My goal is always the same: to make Mandarin enjoyable, meaningful and something you feel confident using!

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Rates

Rate

  • £30

Pack prices

  • 5h: £150
  • 10h: £300

Travel

  • + £8

free lessons

The first free lesson with Yu will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 30mins

online

  • £22/h

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