Manhattan Mandarin

Manhattan Mandarin offers after school Mandarin classes in NYC schools, with younger beginners learning through games, songs, and activities, and advanced learners doing reading, writing, and more formal conversation. It also offers infant and toddler classes, group Mandarin classes, HSK classes, online HSK Saturday classes from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST, and Mahjongg classes.

Programs

• After School Mandarin — Typically K-6; often broken down into K, 1-3, and 4-6 · Each week during after school programs · After school Mandarin classes in NYC schools; youngest beginners learn through games, songs, and activities, while advanced learners do reading, writing, and more formal conversation.
• Infant & Toddler Classes — Infancy through adulthood · Baby or toddler classes at 153 E 70th Street, NY, NY 10021. The site says, 'The earlier the better!'
• Group Mandarin Classes — All ages and levels · Group Mandarin classes at 153 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021; includes kids classes, adult beginner classes, HSK classes, online kids classes, baby & toddler classes, and more.
• HSK Classes — All levels · In-person and online; weekday and Saturday options · HSK classes for Mandarin students of all levels at 153 E 70th Street, NY, NY 10021 and online.
• Online HSK Saturday Classes — All levels · Saturdays, 9:00 am-12:00 pm EST · $390 · Online HSK classes with a free assessment for placement.
• Mahjongg Classes — Mahjongg classes at 153 E 70th Street, NY, NY 10021; classes were taught by Julie Azous.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Price range: $390

About the provider

Manhattan Mandarin began in 2012. Jamie Keyte is Founder & CEO, Harry Keyte is Head of Tutoring, and Michelle Tomizawa is COO. The program runs Mandarin after-school programs at over 40 schools nationwide and helps establish and improve Mandarin programs within schools.

After School classes are typically for students in K-6, often broken into K, 1-3, and 4-6. Classes and curriculums remain flexible throughout the semester. For some classes, a one-class paid trial may be available. Up to 2 missed classes can be credited to future terms or discounted private lessons. Book a free Mandarin Level Assessment for placement.

What families say

“"Currently learning with Harry for the Mandarin Adult Beginner Class and he is a great Chinese tutor who makes the lessons a lot of fun. Couldn't recommend the course more to others wanting to learn Mandarin in London. I've loved each week so far!"” — Jake - HSK 2 Mandarin Class

Last updated November 7, 2026.