Best Foreign Language Learning Classes in Hong Kong for Kids and Adults

MANDARIN LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

Mandarin is one of the more popular languages for kids to learn in Hong Kong. Luckily, it isn't hard to find an excellent tutor, class, or even an app to get your little ones started. If you want to start your child getting familiar with Mandarin at an early age, why not try one of the many options of playgroups or even native nannies that teach Mandarin? Little Steps has compiled a comprehensive list of Mandarin classes across Hong Kong for you.

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MANDARIN LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

• The C Club @ Southside: Tutors at The C Club @ Southside teach Putonghua Chinese, which means common tongue and is the national language of the People's Republic of China and is used in schools and workplaces throughout the country and is commonly referred to as Standard Mandarin. Teachers guide youngsters between four and 12 years through elementary oral, listening, character recognition, and stroke order in writing skills. They specialize in small classes with individual learning. Simplified and traditional characters are taught according to each student's needs.
  • The C Club @ Southside, Unit 1702 17/F, M Place, 54 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Hong Kong, +852 3427 9619, info@thecclub.com.hk, https://www.thecclub.com.hk
• iMandarin Chinese Online: The iMandarinChinese online course is designed to instill confidence in students as they learn Chinese as a native language, enhancing both oral and written skills. Tailored to individual learners' abilities and needs, the course progression fosters reading comprehension and composition writing. Thorough preparation and evaluation, including diverse assessments aligning with HSK tests and IB curriculum lessons, ensure comprehensive learning. Qualified teachers with a minimum of 6 years experience in teaching Chinese as a second language lead the courses. The flexibility of online learning caters to different time zones, offering private sessions conducted in both Mandarin and Cantonese for a seamless language journey.
  • iMandarinChinese, +852 92256669, imandarininfo@gmail.com, www.imandarinchinese.com
• YWCA Mandarin Classes: The Centre of Learning And Life Enhancement and the YWCA International Kids Club offers diverse Mandarin classes tailored to children aged 12 months to nine years, they excel in builder education programs.
  • YWCA International Kids Club, 3/F, 1 MacDonnell Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3476 1340, clle@ywca.org.hk, https://clle.ywca.org.hk/

MORE MANDARIN CLASSES FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

• Mulberry House, various locations in Hong Kong, 901, Universal Trade Centre, 17 - 19 Caine Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, +852 5598 0509, hello@mulberryhouseasia.com, https://www.mulberryhouseasia.com/
• Mandarin For Munchkins, various locations at YWCA, Discovery Bay, and Central, +852 2486 9012, learn@yifanmandarin.com, https://www.mandarinformunchkins.com/
• Jumpstart Mandarin, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 9100 4131,  jumpstartmandarin@gmail.com, https://www.jumpstartmandarin.com/
• Bilingual International, Kam Chung Commercial Building, 19 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 28068062,  info@bilingual.com.hk, http://www.bilingual.com.hk/

MORE MANDARIN TUTORS IN HONG KONG:

• Beijing Mandarin, nursery to grade eight
• ITS Tutorial School, if it's education, it's ITS

SPANISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

Over 560 million people worldwide speak Spanish, of which 460 million are native speakers. Learning this beautiful language is becoming more popular in Hong Kong and around the globe! Little Steps has put together this handy guide to find the best Spanish language classes and lessons for kids for those looking for Spanish classes, tutors, courses, and playgroups.

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SPANISH LANGUAGE CLASSES FOR KIDS  IN HONG KONG:

• English Schools Foundation: ESF Sports & Language (part of English Schools Foundation) is a registered charitable organization.  With over 20 English Schools Foundations across the city, they have a range of comprehensive programs of extra-curricular activities that bring out the best in your kids. Established almost 30 years ago, the foundation is led by exceptional teachers in joyful learning environments. They have a personalized approach to learning by inspiring curious minds. Kindergarten students can expect Spanish to be introduced as a second language to form a core aspect of the curriculum.
  • English Schools Foundation, various locations across Hong Kong, 25/F, 1063 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2574 2351, kindergarten.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk, primary.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk, secondary.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk,

MORE SPANISH CLASSES FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

• The Spanish Academy, Suite 701, Keen Hung Commercial Building, 80 Queen's Road E, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 6899 5497, info@thespanishacademy.hk, https://www.thespanishacademy.hk/
• Hong Kong Spanish Cultural Association, Unit A, 13F, Eastern Flower Centre, 22-24 Cameron Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | 1305 Cameron Commercial Building, 458 Hennesy Road, Causeway Bay, +852 3611 5904, info@spanish.hk, www.spanish.hk
• Viva Spanish Language Centre, 2/F Winner Mansion, No. 691 - 691A Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 3421 0952, info@vivaspanish.com.hk, https://www.vivaspanish.com.hk/
• Spanish Tutors Hong Kong, locations in Tsim Sha Tsui, Central and Causeway Bay, +852 3611 5904, info@spanishtutors.com.hk, https://www.spanishtutors.com.hk/
• Hong Kong Spanish Institute, Unit 2, 13/F, 108 Electric Road, Tin Hau, Hong Kong, +852 2882 7913, info@hkspanish.com, http://www.hkspanish.com/index.html
• Spanish World Hong Kong, Room 404, 4/F, Lap Fai Building, Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2526 9927, hk@spanishworldgroup.com, https://spanishworldgroup.com/hk/

JAPANESE LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

Japanese has become quite a popular language to learn in recent years. It is pretty tricky to master! There are more and more Japanese learning course options in Hong Kong that will help your child learn to speak the language. Little Steps has put together a helpful guide on the best Japanese language schools in Hong Kong. Whether it is a playgroup, a course, or a full Japanese school, this guide will help you along the way.

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JAPANESE CLASSES FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

• Impact Language, Office 1901-A, 19th Floor, Omega Plaza, 32 Dundas Street, Mongkok, +852 3188 0220, info@impactlc.com, www.impactlc.com/japanese-courses.html
• Pasona, 2/F, Vulcan House, 21-23 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2577-8002 www.pasona.edu.hk/en/home/lang/japanese-lesson/
• International Language Centre, 21/F, CMA Building, 64 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong (852) 2157 3983 info@international-lan.com, www.international-lan.com
• Daito Education Centre, Hong Kong, 749 Nathan Road, Eurasian Bank Building, 6th Floor, 6D (excluding Room 3),  daito_azuma@yahoo.co.jp, http://www.daitobunka.edu.hk/
• Nikkei Japanese Language School, http://www.nikkei.edu.hk/
• Watashi Create Japanese Language School, Central (12/F, LKF 29, 29 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong), TST (Unit 330, 3/F, Hankow Centre, 5-15 Hankow Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon), Causeway Bay (14/F, Sang Woo Building, Nos.227-228 Gloucester Road, Hong Kong), +852 5542 1222, info@watashi.com.hk, https://www.watashi.com.hk/en/c2/kids-course2/
• Immerse Language Institute, 6/F, CKK Commercial Centre, 289 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 2333 4322,  hello@imlanguages.com, https://imlanguages.com/japanese-classes-and-courses-for-young-children/
• Mastery In Languages, Unit 403, Keen Hung Commercial Building, 80 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 6578 3727, info@milanguages.com, https://m-ilanguages.com/kids/

FRENCH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

The French make up the fastest-growing community in Hong Kong, so there will always be plenty of other kids who can practice their language skills with your little one. Little Steps has compiled the go-to in-person and online courses available across the city. The following are my favorites!

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FRENCH LANGUAGE CLASSES FOR KIDS  IN HONG KONG:

• Les Petit Lascars: Les Petit Lascars (The Little Rascals) offer Playgroup classes for ages 9-24 months, Pre-Nursery for ages 2-3, K1-K3 for ages 3-6, and FLAM for ages 2-11. FLAM is designed for French-speaking children educated in local or international schools, offering specific learning in French and French cultures. You can find kindergarten branches in Central, Sai Kung, and Wong Chuk Hang.
  • Les Petits Lascars, various locations in Hong Kong, +852 2526 8892, admissions@petitslascars.com, http://www.petitslascars.com/
• French Teachers Association: Founded by a dedicated team of native French teachers, the French Teachers Association Hong Kong is committed to delivering top-notch academic French lessons and tutoring for children aged 5 and above. Ensuring personalized attention, class sizes are kept small, accommodating only 2-6 students. The association offers exam preparation for the DELF, IB, IGCSE, and other assessments, along with private tutoring classes for tailored learning experiences.
  • French Teachers Association, +852 36115904, info@french.hk, https://en.french.hk/

MORE FRENCH CLASSES FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

• • Alliance Française Hong Kong, Unit D, 2/F, Thomson Commercial Building, 8 Thomson Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong+852 4620 5289 (WhatsApp), afinfo@afhongkong.org, https://www.afhongkong.org/en/
  • Lou Pichoun, located in Stanley and Tseung Kwan O, +852 28134277,  info@loupichoun.com, https://www.loupichoun.com/en/
  • Alliance Française Hong Kong, online only, +852 2730 3257, afinfo@afhongkong.org, https://www.afhongkong.org/en/
  • Le Club Des Cinq, 2/F, King Dao Building, 14 Burrows Street, Wanchai, Hong Kong, +852 2575 4555, contact@clubdes5.hk, http://frenchlessons.hk/

HINDI LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS IN HONG KONG:

The Indian community is quite substantial in Hong Kong, and Hindi is the 3rd most spoken language in the world! Sanskriti is an excellent language center that can help your little one grow into a true citizen of the world!

HINDI LANGUAGE CLASSES FOR KIDS  IN HONG KONG:

• Sanskriti: Sanskriti was founded to nurture intangible cultural heritage by keeping the Hindi language alive no matter where families relocate to, and offers in-person private tuition, group classes, and online classes. What began as small, hands-on classes in Hong Kong, has developed into a state-of-the-art, global, technological power tool. Sanskriti has leveraged on its invaluable 15 years' of Hindi teaching experience to non-natives and blended its holistic development approach to education. Students worldwide now have access to Sanskriti's proven teaching methods. This exponential growth has benefitted more than 8,000 students of different nationalities to date. The curriculum, designed for children of all ages and stages, affords students the opportunity to reconnect to their culture.
  • Sanskriti, Brilliant Learning International Limited, 1-H, Tower 13, South Horizons, Hong Kong +852 9830 0612, contact@sanskriti.online, www.sanskriti.online

ITALIAN LANGUAGE LEARNING CLASSES IN HONG KONG:

Italian is one of the most musical languages. The natives often use hand gestures and facial expressions to convey meaning. For those seeking to learn the beautiful animated language of Italian, there are a few go-to places for kids and adults in Hong Kong. Your kids can learn the language of love, art, food, and fashion with the likes of Versace, Gucci, Armani, and Prada.

ITALIAN LANGUAGE LEARNING CLASSES IN HONG KONG:

• Ladante:  The role of the Dante Alighieri Society is to promote the study of the Italian language and culture throughout the world; today, it’s present in more than 60 countries. The teachers can tailor course content according to your child’s needs and offer private or group lessons during the day. Ladante hosts regular cultural events throughout the year to encourage knowledge of the colorful nation. Proficient speakers can be certified at various levels.
  • Ladante, Lingua e Cultura Italiane, Room 702, 7/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 2832 9799, dantealighieri@ladante.cc, http://ladante.cc/
• Scuola Italiana Manzoni: The Manzoni School is a pillar of the Italian community. It boasts weekly lessons that follow the Italian curriculum to the eighth grade. The school brings together the small Italian community and celebrates its roots and history. Children can deepen their knowledge of the country's vast cultural heritage through an immersive and fun class. Weekly classes are available for children between four and 14 years to learn to speak, read, write and breathe the language.
  • Scuola Italiana Manzoni, 18, Harbour Road Hong Kong, Hong Kong, coordinator@manzoni.edu.hk, http://manzoni.edu.hk/en/

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

English is still the fastest-growing language globally, and the need for comprehensive lessons is always on the rise. Whether in the classroom or online, learning English fosters independent thinking, self-confidence, and autonomy through multi-faceted courses that coach critical thinking, techniques, and strategies in persuasive writing, public speaking, presentations, conversation, and listening. Across Hong Kong, numerous schools offer language courses for beginners to advanced levels. You'll find English language playgroups, drama classes, and lots more interactive lessons.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES FOR KIDS  IN HONG KONG:

• English Schools Foundation: Led by exceptional teachers, ESF boasts numerous joyful learning environments across Hong Kong. With over 20 English Schools Foundations across the city, they have a range of comprehensive programs of extra-curricular activities that bring out the best in your kids. They have a personalized approach to learning by inspiring curious minds. Kindergarten students can expect English to be introduced as a second language to form a core aspect of the curriculum.
  • English Schools Foundation, various locations across Hong Kong, 25/F, 1063 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2574 2351, kindergarten.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk, primary.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk, secondary.admissions@esfcentre.edu.hk, https://www.esf.edu.hk/
• Q Language: For well over 20 years, Q Language has been meeting the demands of modern English language students. Q Language has various support programs for school-age children. Their highly-trained and experienced school team helps kids with creative writing, debating, phonics, storytelling, drama, and other themed programs. They offer professional, tailored classes with native speakers.
  • Q Language Ltd, 14/F Wing On Cheong Building, 5 Wing Lok Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2540 0552, info@qlanguage.com.hk, https://www.qlanguage.com.hk/