Children walk in knowing no Mandarin — and leave fluent. Here is what our families say.
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What Parents Say
“She entered not knowing any Mandarin and left fluent!”
Hiwalani C., Manhattan Beach
“My son was at least 2 years ahead of the LAUSD curriculum when he left MTA.”
Sharon V., Los Angeles
“A hidden gem… it feels like home away from home.”
Ruchika S.
“He became more social, confident, and outgoing.”
Ariel W., Los Angeles
“I can’t believe how much Mandarin she speaks after less than a year at MTA.”
A Mandarin Tree parent
In Their Own Words
“I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your school with us. We have been blown away by D’s Mandarin skills. All the Chinese parents wanted their kids to talk to D in English to practice with him — but they never had the chance because his Mandarin was so much better than their English. His mother has a lot of Chinese friends with kids D’s age and they were shocked. I could tell she was very proud, which let me tell you is a big deal. Thanks!”
A Mandarin Tree parent
“O has transitioned into her kindergarten class seamlessly. She tested well in reading skills and is definitely far ahead of her class, one of the top students. She is more than adequately prepared for Kindergarten. I wondered if she would be prepared socially since she was one of the older children at Mandarin Tree Academy — but she already has a best friend and another really good friend.”
A Mandarin Tree parent
“The family atmosphere you have created at MTA is something we are sure we will not find anywhere else. J has grown and matured so much during this last year and a half. We are so indebted to you and the Lao Shis for laying the foundation for him to become fluent in Mandarin, as well as helping to mold him into a boy who brings us so much pride and happiness.”
A Mandarin Tree parent
“Thank you for all of your love, trust and support.” — with gratitude, the Mandarin Tree Academy family
Come see it for yourself
Schedule a tour and meet our teachers. Manhattan Beach · Westchester · Hollyglen (now enrolling).