Discover the ideal way to learn Chinese in Athens! Since 2013, The Bertamini Language School has been offering high-quality Chinese courses – in-person, online or hybrid – ensuring success in official exams (HSK, YCT, BCT) and excellent communication skills. We’re here to guide you every step of the way towards mastering the Chinese language.
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At The Bertamini Language School, we believe that success begins with the quality of our teaching staff. Our Chinese teachers are highly proficient linguists (native speakers or equivalent proficiency), holding university degrees in Chinese Philology or related fields and possessing extensive experience in teaching Chinese as a foreign language. Beyond their excellent linguistic skills, they have a deep understanding of Chinese culture, history, and contemporary developments, which they creatively integrate into lessons. They continuously attend professional development seminars on the latest teaching methodologies, ensuring a dynamic and effective learning environment.
Students from 3+ countries trust us to learn Chinese.
We use modern tools and apply experiential teaching methods
We focus on the progress and success of each of our students, in Greece and abroad.
We have been offering online Chinese lessons since 2015, pioneering quality distance teaching and foreign language learning via our platform. Through the use of innovative tools and technologies, we achieve dynamic learning and our modernised education system offers you numerous flexible options (in-person, online or hybrid).
At The Bertamini Language School, preparation for Chinese exams is accompanied by the substantial development of communication skills, so you can speak with ease and confidence.
We tailor the Chinese Course schedule to your needs, whether for work, travel, HSK exams or study, and we provide options for catching up on missed lessons.
1st language by number of speakers globally, before English, Hindi, and Spanish.
One of the 6 official languages of the UN.
China is expanding its global influence through its products and economy, making Chinese useful in trade, tourism, education, and employment.
Growing demand in the job market (commerce, information technology, international relations, tourism, education, translation).
At Bertamini, Chinese is taught with modern methods, an experiential approach, and flexibility. Whether you want to travel, study, work, or simply get to know a different way of thinking and expression, Chinese is a language you’ll love, opening up new paths and opportunities for your future!
For those whose mother tongue is English, The Bertamini Language School offers specialised lessons in Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Chinese, and Greek, tailored to the needs and level of English-speaking students
Are you looking for private or group Chinese lessons that meet your learning needs? At The Bertamini Language School, you learn Chinese quickly and effectively, through specialised lessons tailored to your needs.
We also provide intensive programmes:
• Children
• Teenagers
• Adults
• Preparation for HSK, YCT, BCT exams
At Bertamini, learning Chinese is interactive & effective:
At The Bertamini Language School, we effectively prepare you for Chinese certification and the acquisition of official diplomas, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). We collaborate with official bodies that issue Chinese Language certificates.
Chinese for Children (5-12 Years Old)
At Bertamini, we understand that learning a new language must be fun and interactive for children. Our Chinese lessons for children (5-12 years old) are designed to encourage a love for the language and culture from an early age. Through games, songs, fairy tales, and creative activities, children learn Chinese naturally and effortlessly. We focus on developing oral communication and listening comprehension skills, while building a solid foundation in vocabulary and grammar.
Chinese for Teenagers (Middle School and High School)
Chinese lessons for teenagers at Bertamini are tailored to the needs and goals of Middle School and High School students. In addition to developing strong communication skills, we provide targeted preparation for HSK and YCT exams, helping them acquire official diplomas. The lessons include practice in all language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing), support for school assignments, and the integration of cultural elements that enhance understanding and interest in Chinese language and culture.
Adults
Private or group lessons tailored to your educational needs.
Ministry of Education of China & NOCFL (National Office for Chinese Language International Promotion): Responsible for HSK (levels 1-6) and YCT (Young Chinese Test) diplomas through official collaborations in Greece.
CLEC (Centre for Language Education and Cooperation, formerly Hanban): The national body that organises and promotes HSK, HSKK (oral), YCT exams worldwide.
Greece – China Association: Recognised examination centre and partner of the Ministry of Education of China in Greece.
Exams: 2–3 times a year
Levels: HSK 1–6, HSKK (Verbal)
Exams: 2–3 times a year
Επίπεδα: HSK, HSKK, YCT
Exams: By arrangement
Levels: HSK, HSKK, YCT
Samples of previous Chinese exams can be found on the Official Website
HSK Examination Fees:
YCT Examination Fees (approximate):
HSK Exam Required documents:
The required time to complete the Chinese language study cycle at Bertamini is tailored to each student’s needs and pace. Indicative durations:
For Adults
For Children and Teenagers
If student (adult, teenager, or child) chooses to take summer or winter intensive/super-intensive lessons, the study completion time is significantly accelerated. For the higher levels (HSK 5 & 6 – C1 & C2), the duration is always tailored to each student’s personal study plan.
Our programmes are flexible and fully adaptable to each student’s needs. We offer Regular & Intensive Programmes with acceleration options. Online, in-person, and hybrid lessons are available.
The ideal preparation to fully experience your time abroad — with confidence, ease, and strong language skills.
At The Bertamini Language School, we offer specialised foreign language courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students who wish to participate in Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus programmes and enhance their international profile.
Erasmus+ and Erasmus Mundus programmes offer unique opportunities for study or internships abroad, while also providing valuable life experiences and professional qualifications.
The Chinese language preparation programmes at The Bertamini Language School are designed for students who wish to study in China or another Chinese-speaking country through Erasmus+, Erasmus Mundus programmes, or independently.
Who our programmes are for:
Discover Business Chinese! We offer special programmes for professionals and businesses who wish to learn Chinese for professional purposes.
Business Chinese will enhance your communication skills and improve your professional image in the Chinese market. At The Bertamini Language School, we design personalised programmes tailored to your needs and goals.
Business Chinese courses cover many areas, such as:
Prepare for success in your professional relationships & business negotiations with Chinese-speaking clients & partners.
Tailored Business Chinese programmes are designed to meet the needs of private companies, entrepreneurs, travel agencies, hotel executives and public bodies that wish to train their staff or partners in Chinese. The in-person or distance learning programme includes lessons on:
The programme is based on a teaching method specifically designed for students learning Chinese for professional purposes and lasts between 120-140 teaching hours. The vocabulary includes 1,200 words.
Upon completion of the programme, a certificate of attendance and a certificate of course completion are provided.
Are you looking for professional translation and interpreting services in Chinese? At The Bertamini Language School, we provide accurate and reliable Chinese translation and interpreting services for professionals, businesses, and individuals.
We offer translations in language pairs such as:
With specialised translators and interpreters, we guarantee high quality & accuracy in:
At The Bertamini Language School, we offer combined Chinese language and cultural courses, aiming to:
We offer courses for all levels, from beginners (A1) to advanced (C2), according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). We effectively prepare our students for official examinations and the acquisition of official HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) diplomas for adults, YCT (Youth Chinese Test) for minors, and BCT (Business Chinese Test) for professionals.
The time depends on your learning pace, previous experience, and dedication. With our intensive programmes, you can expect to see quick progress.
Yes, we’ve been offering online Chinese lessons since 2015. Our modernised education system provides numerous flexible options (in-person, online and hybrid).
Absolutely! The Bertamini Language School offers private Chinese lessons, available both in-person and online, tailored to your learning needs and personal goals (e.g., for work, travel, HSK exams, or studies). We ensure personal monitoring of your progress and flexible timetable adjustments.
The main examination centres in Athens are the Greece – China Association, the Business Confucius Institute at AUEB (Athens University of Economics and Business) and Hong Long – Centre for Asian Studies. Dates vary depending on the centre, typically January and June for the Greece-China Association and 2-3 times a year for AUEB. You can find more information on the official website www.chinesetest.cn.
Yes, Bertamini offers specialised Chinese lessons for undergraduate and postgraduate students who wish to participate in Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus programmes, or to study at universities in China.
Yes, we offer specialised Business Chinese programmes for professionals and businesses. These cover topics such as business meetings, negotiations, telephone communication, customer service, and commercial correspondence, adapted to the needs of each industry.
Yes! For those whose native language is English, The Bertamini Language School offers specialised Chinese lessons, tailored to the needs and level of English-speaking students.
Agiou Ioannou 7, 2nd Floor,
153 42, Ag. Paraskevi Square, Athens
T 210 60 85 720, 210 600 93 24