Language Programs in Taipei, Taiwan

I studied for two months in a small group class at LTL’s Taipei mandarin school. What you get out of the small group classes depends on the effort you put into them AND the people you’re with. If you’re having problems, it’s up to you to talk about them with the language school staff, who are very receptive and will quickly do what they can to make it work. Anyways, I really liked having class in the morning and spending all afternoon exploring on my own and/or studying. There’s so much to see and Taipei’s public transportation makes it so easy! If you’re more into group activities, however, there’s plenty of opportunities that the excellent staff at LTL Taipei arrange on a weekly basis, like movie nights, craft workshops, and my personal favorite, grabbing lunch together after morning classes. This can make finding restaurants and ordering food a less daunting experience if you still struggle with menus like I do, and is a great way to meet people from different classes. As for your living situation, I strongly recommend the home stay experience if you can afford it. My speaking ability definitely improved with the constant practice, plus my host family was wonderful! My room was comfortable, the food was great, and the company was even better! I can confidently say that the staff at LTL Taipei know what they’re doing, especially because I had to leave a little earlier than expected due to medical issues. They made the process of receiving medical care in Taipei as a foreigner so much easier than going at it alone and i wish I had asked for help sooner! Over all, I really enjoyed my experience with LTL Taipei. In fact, I’m already thinking about coming back next winter!

I spent seven weeks at LTL Taipei during my sabbatical, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I could have made. I originally came to attend a language school, but I left feeling like I had been part of a real community. The atmosphere is vibrant, welcoming, and genuinely fun. The staff, especially Riona and the team, put an incredible amount of effort into making students feel comfortable and engaged. It is a real immersion experience and I made real friends and left with memories I’ll genuinely keep for a long time. Huge shoutout to Alice and Sisi 老師— they really know what they’re doing. They explain things in a way that actually sticks, but classes are still fun and relaxed. You learn a lot without it feeling heavy. I’d go back anytime ❤️