Learn Practical 中文 Online with Real Language-School Teachers
Expert 1-on-1 lessons from $34/hr. Get started for free with a 15 min tutor matching call, full trial lesson, and your first week free.
Our Message
你好学中文的朋友👋,
Learning Mandarin is hard. Even with endless apps, courses, and lessons available, even the best students can feel like reaching flunecy is impossible.
We carefully match you with an expert Language-school teacher for personalised, one-on-one online learning. Instead of rotating through random tutors or generic lessons, we build real learning relationships to teach you skills that will last a lifetime.
Our teachers look after your entire learning journey; from lessons and class notes, to homework and review. Whether your goal is to finally speak with family, open up international opportunities, or pass your next HSK test, our teachers will help you reach your potential.
By learning with Xinhua, you gain direct access to the same expert teachers that formal language schools use, with all the benefits that come with a convenient online tutor. That means you get the most value for your time and money. Book your free tutor matching call now and begin your accelerated learning journey today!
✅ Your own long term tutor. Qualified, Certified, and Experienced.
✅ Lesson plans Personalised to your needs, goals, and aspirations.
✅ Affordable fortnightly plans. No upfront costs. No lock-in contracts.
— The Xinhua Team
Our Team
Meet a Few of Our Experts
Every Xinhua tutor is experienced, qualified, and hand-picked for their combination of skill, experience, and warmth. We match you with the perfect expert based on your current skill level, interests, goals, and weekly availability.
Amy has over three years of experience designing lively, practical lessons for students learning Mandarin for travel, work, and personal enrichment. She is incredibly patient and specialises in helping early-stage learners progress, grow confidence, and stay motivated.
With over 5 years of teaching experience, Esther has a background in instructing students of all levels and ages. She combines patient guidance and a conversational format with insights into Chinese culture to make every lesson meaningful.
Steve specialises in HSK exam preparation and has a proven track record of guiding students successfully toward their target proficiency levels. His engaging, approachable style naturally integrates cultural elements, making every lesson highly interactive.
Why Us
The Xinhua Difference
| Feature | Language Apps | Group Classes | Tutor Marketplaces | Language Schools | Xinhua Tutoring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-on-1 Tutoring | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | Limited | ✓ |
| Expert Tutors Guarantee | ✗ | Varies | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Long Term Tutoring | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | Limited | ✓ |
| Personalised Curriculum | ✗ | ✗ | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Real Speaking Practise | ✗ | Limited | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cultural Interaction | ✗ | Limited | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lesson Summaries | Limited | Varies | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Homework and Review | ✓ | Varies | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Flexible Scheduling | Limited | ✗ | Varies | Varies | ✓ |
| Affordable Pricing | ✓ | ✓ | Varies | ✗ | ✓ |
| No big upfront payments | Varies | Varies | Varies | ✗ | ✓ |
How It Works
Your Journey Starts Here
Sign Up
Book a free tutor matching call to get started. We'll match you with your perfect Chinese tutor.
Meet Your Tutor
Book your Trial Lesson for $15 (60% off) to meet your tutor and try us commitment-free.
Start Learning
Pick a learning plan that fits your schedule and start your lessons with your first week free. Cancel or change anytime.
Pricing
Our Affordable Plans
Get your Trial Lesson for $15 (60% off) to start commitment-free. Then, pick a plan to reach your goals.
Upgrade to Extended Sessions
85 minutes per session for deeper learning
Billed fortnightly
Billed fortnightly
Billed fortnightly
All lessons are 55 minutes. Upgrade to 85-minute lessons with our Extended plans.
Our Platform
Book Lessons With Ease
Our intuitive online system makes it simple to schedule lessons at times that work for you. Keep track of your bookings, subscription, and rescheduling all in one place.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Before purchasing a subscription, you'll need to have a tutor matching call to be assigned a tutor, then purchase a Trial Lesson for $15 (60% off the normal lesson price). This 55-minute session helps your tutor understand your goals, level, and needs to create a personalised learning plan. Once your trial lesson is complete, you can choose a subscription plan.
Every Xinhua tutor holds China's official Teaching Qualification (教师资格证 and/or CTCSOL) and has direct experience teaching Chinese at a formal language school. All tutors are carefully vetted through photo ID verification, background screening, and interviews to ensure quality and safety.
After you complete your free tutor matching call, we'll match you with a certified tutor based on your goals, level, and availability. We make every effort to find a tutor whose schedule aligns with yours and who specializes in your learning needs.
Our subscription plans offer discounted per-lesson rates:
• Light Plan: 1 lesson/week - $38/week ($38aud/lesson, billed $76 fortnightly)
• Standard Plan: 2 lessons/week - $72/week ($36aud/lesson, billed $144 fortnightly)
• Accelerated Plan: 4 lessons/week - $136/week ($34aud/lesson, billed $272 fortnightly)
All plans include 55-minute lessons by default, with the option to upgrade to 85-minute lessons with our extended plans.
Share your unique referral code with friends. When they sign up and complete their first subscription renewal (2nd invoice), you both receive 25% off your next invoice! Each successful referral earns you one discount. Refer multiple friends to queue up multiple discounts. Find your code on the Refer a Friend page in your dashboard.
Yes, tutors are paid their full rate for trial lessons. We offer discounted trial lessons at a loss because giving students a low-commitment way to try our services is important to us.