Welcome to 1st Chinese – your go-to destination for learning Chinese online.

Our mission is simple: to become the world’s leading platform for Chinese language learning by delivering an immersive, innovative, and personalised experience that helps you build confidence and fluency—whether for work, travel, or personal growth.

Why Choose 1st Chinese?

At 1st Chinese, we believe language learning should feel natural, intuitive, and relevant to real life. Our courses and instructors come directly from the real world through a decentralised, up-to-date course creation system, ensuring that what you learn is always practical, modern, and engaging.

Our method is built on three core pillars:

🎯 Needs-Focused Learning

Each lesson begins with a short story or situation in your native language—typically English—placing you in a familiar context. This narrative is then transformed into Chinese, forming the foundation of the lesson. All content is practical and immediately useful, helping you apply what you learn to real-life scenarios, from casual conversations to business negotiations.

🌱 The Natural Approach

We teach the way you learned your first language—by living it. Through immersive content, including 360° images and real-world video scenarios, you absorb vocabulary and grammar in context. This intuitive, story-based method enables you to speak, understand, and think in Chinese, naturally and confidently.

🤖 AI-Supported Progress

Powered by cutting-edge AI, our platform personalises your learning journey. It adapts to your pace, provides instant feedback, and offers intelligent, interactive exercises. Whether you’re practising listening, speaking, or comprehension, our AI tools ensure your progress is always focused and effective.

Who Is 1st Chinese For?

No matter your background or goals, 1st Chinese is designed to meet your needs. Our learners include:

• Business Abroad: Professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors using Chinese in international business.

   

• Travellers: Tourists seeking to explore Chinese-speaking regions with confidence.

   

• Educators & Academics: Teachers and researchers involved in global education and cultural exchange.

   

• Local Businesses: Import-export professionals and business owners engaging with Chinese markets.

   

• Expats: Individuals living or working in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, or other Chinese-speaking regions.

   

• Students: School learners seeking additional support to excel in Chinese studies.

   

• Online Learners: Individuals preferring flexible, self-paced Chinese courses—monolingual or bilingual.

   

• Study Abroad Candidates: Students preparing to live and study in Chinese-speaking countries.

   

• Culture Enthusiasts: Those passionate about Chinese language, history, and culture.

   

Our Vision

At 1st Chinese, we do more than teach a language—we connect people, cultures, and opportunities.

Our vision is to build a global community of Chinese language learners who are empowered to achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals. By combining cutting-edge technology, real-world content, and a learner-first approach, we’re redefining how Chinese is taught and learned.

Join Us

Whether you’re starting from scratch or advancing your existing skills, 1st Chinese is here to guide you on your journey to fluency. Let us help you unlock a world of culture, connection, and opportunity—one lesson at a time.

Contact Us

Questions? Need support? We’re here to help.

Get in touch anytime—and let’s unlock the world of Chinese, together.