Any idea what the best way to learn Chinese is?

With over 15 years experience behind us, we believe we are well placed to answer that question.

Living with a Chinese family and speaking Chinese 24/7 is the answer.

So why not immerse yourself into Chinese culture by living with a Chinese family in Chengdu?

Give your Mandarin an extra boost by living in a Chinese speaking environment outside the classroom and embarking on a unique experience as you become a part of the family.

It’s all good taking a few hours of Mandarin class each day, but the experience of utilising everything you have learnt with a native speaking family is genuinely the experience of a lifetime.

This is the reason 98% of our students pass their HSK Exam.

Our product is all about creating an immersive atmosphere.

There isn’t a more immersive than a homestay in China, especially when they will speak little to zero English.

The Chengdu homestay program is what sets us apart from the rest.

One solitary student, one full Chinese family and Chinese immersion 24/7.

You’ll learn lots in during your Chinese lessons in Chengdu, but after class, it’s not supposed to stop there. The homestay allows you to keep speaking, keep interacting and keep living Chinese long after you exit the classroom.

Go back home, and put in to practice what you learned during your day at LTL Chengdu.

You get the best of both world’s. Top class tutoring in our Chengdu school, and then genuine immersion after.

Remember, 80% of students opt for the Chengdu homestay for a reason.

Can I book my own accommodation?

Of course you can, this is entirely up to you.

We also provide shared apartments if this is of interest. Speak to us and we can arrange that.

Is there air-con and heating?

Yes there will be both air conditioning and heating.

Do I have to join breakfast and dinner everyday?

It is no problem if you wish to skip a dinner or breakfast.

We’d advise inform your family beforehand because they would be expecting you.

Are there washing facilities?

Yes of course.

Sometimes your homestay family will even do your washing for you!

What will I know about my family before coming to China?

We will send you a document with the family members details before you arrive.

Alongside their address and other details, we’ll give you an introduction to them so you are familiar before arriving.

This should prove useful for you.

Can I book a homestay without a language course?

No.

Homestay’s are priority for full time Chinese language learners with us.

What about the language barrier for important matters?

This is part and parcel of the homestay. Embrace it rather than fear it.

You will find a solution, whether it be via a dictionary app, or persistence. Plug away, you will find a compromise.

That said if it is of major importance you can contact us at LTL, your student advisor or a friend and we can assist.

This is why a homestay is so great, you find solutions you never thought were possible. If you’re a complete beginner and you’d like to get some survival Chinese under your belt before you come to China take a look at our Flexi Classes.