Learning through Living Together – LoPair Au Pair China

Would absolutely recommend this program to anybody looking to experience Chinese culture! You’ve got to be able to roll with the punches, and learn to manage your time well, but the rewards are so worth it. Being an au pair is incredible for learning Chinese, as you get to learn as you teach. The friendship I made with my kiddo was the highlight of the whole experience!!! LoPair is amazing at finding great host families, on top of creating a great support system during your stay.

It has been an incredible experience. I was able to fulfill my dream of studying Chinese and getting to know this beautiful country. Also, meeting my "little friend," being able to teach her English and share time with her, has made me very happy. Being part of a Chinese family has been a challenge because of cultural differences, but it has been a beautiful experience.

I strongly recommend LoPair for an experience as an au pair in China! The staff has always been helpful whenever i had questions, and they were extremely supportive throughout my experience. Not only is this an amazing opportunity to learn more about the culture, history and traditions of the country, but it’s also an excellent way to learn Chinese and make new friends. Every month the staff will also plan a cultural activity for all au pairs, giving us the chance to try different crafts and meet up together.

One thing I appreciate about this program is that you are able to focus on just living. Before taking the leap, I constantly made decisions around bills and working. For the time I have been here, I have met amazing people that have changed the course of my life and learned from teachers who taught me lessons beyond just Chinese. I am not saying that your experience will always be easy, but the plot is well worth it.

If you’re looking for a safe way to travel while earning some money, I think being an au pair is one of the best options. You get a great homestay, your meals are covered, and there’s a good balance between duty hours and free time. With LoPair in particular, you also have the chance to seriously study Chinese at one of China’s most popular universities, especially if you’re placed in Shanghai. It is an such an amazing opportunity for both personal and even professional growth. Shoutout to Alison and Erica, who have always supported us whenever we faced any kind of issue, from visa problems to host family situations.

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Choosing an Au Pair agency is always a daunting task but I must tell you guys, Lopair really was there for me even when me and my Host family went through some tougher times! I do not think any other agency is as engaged as they are! So if you're looking for safety and security as well as a good agency that always has your back, you should definitely choose Lopair. Other than that, Lopair also is a really affordable option. They literally payed for almost everything. Flights and accommodation if things go wrong, really it’s great! So if you’re still unsure, this can be your push in the right direction! Also a shout out to Alison and Erica my Coordinators here in Shanghai, they’ve been so helpful and kind to me throughout the entire time I was here! Love them to bits!

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Hi ! My name is Acha and I was Au pairing with Lopair from February to November 2025. To say this experience changed my life is an understatement, I had one of the best host family one could ask for and we definitely hit it off ! I traveled with them for months going to amusement parks with the kids and having the time of my life. My Chinese improved a lot and by the end I could maintained a full conversation! And after this I loved Shanghai so much I came back to work here with the help of my host family which I am still in contact with to this day :) Thanks to Alison for organizing very fun outings, always trust her for food, she knows her stuff ! And thanks to Erica for always being here when needed <3 Take a chance and come in China with Lopair !!! If you have any questions about my experience here's my insta: @acha_mint

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Having completed my 6 month program in Hangzhou, I can say with certainty that I have no regrets about my decision to participate in this program and I am so grateful for this experience. From the beginning, Lopair supported me and eased any of my worries, they made the application process very streamlined and matched me with a wonderful family! I have experienced things in China that I would never have been able to alone, and I really felt like I could integrate into life here. Despite the initial culture shock, I was lucky to have a good support system here, through the agency, my host family and close friends I made through the program. Even when there were hardships, I was never made to feel like I made the wrong choice coming here, and I feel that, above all else, I have grown so incredibly much as a person thanks to my time here! I couldn't recommend it enough, especially to others who may have been like me, finishing high school without a clear sense of direction and wanting a new environment. There is no better way to truly observe Chinese life than by becoming a part of a family, and Lopair facilitates that so well. As the days before my departure tick down, I am sure that I will work with Lopair again to come back to China, and I would recommend this agency without reservation.

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AuPair in Beijing I have only been in the program for not even 2 months, but I am really enjoying it. The LoPair stuff is really kind and helpful. If you have any issues or questions, they are always there for you and try their best to help you. In addition, the organization plans monthly meetups with other AuPairs in your city, which are very fun. Some examples of those meetups, which I attended are a photoshoot in traditional clothing and doing pottery. It is not only fun to do those activities, but also learn more about the culture and are able to exchange your experiences with other AuPairs and make contacts. Another great point is the language course. You get to learn more about the language and culture and meet new people with similar interests. And it is very helpful to improve your Chinese to understand the culture better and to navigate through daily life. Lastly staying with a hostfamily is also a great experience, although it can come with some challenges. It gives you the insight of the local life in China and they accompany you on your journey. You get to eat a lot of local dishes, learn about the culture like Chinese new year and get to learn how things can be different in other cultures. You can also travel with your hostfamily. Mine for example took me to Hangzhou and Anji for Chinese New year. But also know, that language barriers and cultural difference are also part of the experience and one can struggle a bit. Just be sure to be open and accept the differences, try to communicate and learn. But don't worry, the company will even help you with that. Overall LoPair will give you a great service and always tries their best to help you.

I am a 19 year old French girl who arrived in Beijing in November 2025. I had a first experience with a family which I thought was perfect for me but turned out that I was not the person for them. Lopair found me a new family really quickly and now it is going really really good. I thank them so much for their reactivity and I see this family change as a positive and great thing. It doesn’t have to be perfect right away!! Right now it’s going so good with the children, I love them like my own. I absolutely love my Mandarin classes : I’ve made good friends from all across the world and I’m so happy about it. We learn very fast and my curiosity keeps growing bigger and bigger everyday about this language. The teachers are really nice, such as all the school staff in general. I’m really glad I’m getting more and more autonomous, I know it will help me for the rest of my life. Of course, at some point my family and my habits are starting to be missing a little but I think about the great holiday I’m going to take next month ;) Thank you Lopair for this crazy enriching experience !!! 谢谢 ！

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I can genuinely recommend this program. I think there is no better way to learn Mandarin and to explore the Chinese culture. My Chinese skills improved extremely quickly and I did more activities than I can remember. Of course, taking care of the child was exhausting at times, but It was also incredibly rewarding and the parents made sure to plan lots of fun activities for us. As in any situation in life, I also encountered one or two challenges here. The lopair staff was super helpful and made me feel taken care of very well. All in all it was an amazing time, I would definitely do it again.

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As a 24 years old woman, I suddenly decided to become an Au Pair, and LoPair definitely made the whole process so easy, so fast and so smooth.After 1-2months, I was already in China. As I was actively learning Chinese and had planned to later work in China, I kinda had an idea of what I was getting myself into with the change of culture and language. But honestly, to experience it first hand is a complete different thing. It’s an amazing country full of opportunities and depth to those who are willing to get out of their comfort zone and go explore. As for the experience with the family, after having met other au pairs, all I can say is that the experience can differ drastically. I personally was looking after 2 teenagers aged 11 and 13, so it definitely was emotionally challenging, but as I grew closer with them, I also grew as a person. And this has no price. I would do it all over again. I also got terribly sick at the beginning of the trip and also had to see a dentist for immediate intervention. And honestly navigating all these new experiences throughout all those months with the support of the Lopair team and the family has been extremely reassuring, and the health insurance was also really helpful. LoPair also organized multiple events where I got to meet other aupairs and got to experience the Chinese culture - I really had a lot of fun! Finally, for those not knowing a word of Chinese or those wanting to improve their Chinese skills, the program comes with Chinese classes, either 1-on-1 or in a class with other students. It personally helped me improve my communication skills, and I know some aupairs who barely knew any word, and improved so fast to the point where they were comfortable walking around China and having simple conversations. Overall, I’d like to once again give my sincere gratitude to the Lopair team for all those memories- you made the experience easy, warm and fun- , and I’d 100% recommend this agency to whoever is considering being an AuPair in China.

Going to China with this company was the best decision i could make. They have very good service and there is always someone there for you if you have a question. They help you with everything and always have your back. The matching progress was very smoothly and they try to find the best suitable family for you. I am really happy with the family I live with. They really want to go on this journey with you together. I always have a good laugh with my hostkids and can play with them a lot. Be sure that you can experience chinese culture to its fullest. From food to landmarks and trying out chinese traditional clothing and tea ceremonies. During the AuPair meetups you get to know different kind of people and enjoy chinese culture with them together. So be sure if you want to be an AuPair in China LoPair is a good agency that you should consider :)!

Lopair arranged a hanfu photoshoot for us, and it was absolutely wonderful. The agent they sent made everything run smoothly. Her translation support was invaluable and helped us feel comfortable and understood throughout the process. The makeup artist, photographer, and other staff were professional, kind, and incredibly considerate of our time. Every detail was handled with care, and we had so much fun dressing up in traditional attire and enjoying the beautiful setting. It was a seamless, culturally rich experience that we’ll never forget, etched in memory and worthy of recommendation.

Since the first day I came to China; I felt a great improvment speaking about my chinese language skills. Being able to use chinese daily, has been very helpful to me! As well as getting to know more and more about the Chinese culture and as wellas the cousine. So, if you are student of Chinese language or just somebody who loves anything that might be related to China, I would reccomend to try this experience at least once in your life!

It’s hard to describe with words this experience but I will do my best to share with you my feelings about it. It was my first time as an au pair and I couldn’t have lived a better experience than that. My host family was amazing. Even if I couldn’t communicate much with the parents because they couldn’t speak any English and my Chinese wasn’t better, I could feel how generous and supportive they were. I learned so much about the Chinese culture with them and their daughter and I always felt at home. It’s crazy to think that people that you never met before, that doesn’t share the same culture and language can at the end become your friend or family. It was very challenging to live in such a different culture but amazing for personal growth. I also discovered a real passion for Chinese painting and Chinese calligraphy. I had one lesson per week with a private teacher and we had such a great time sharing each other culture. Because my au pair program with LoPair was also that, discovering the culture together. We did many activities with the other au pairs and Mickey from LoPair to experience the Chinese culture. I would say that the highlights of my journey as an au pair in China were : - My host parents and their daughter who were such generous and amazing people - My calligraphy and Chinese painting classes with an incredible teacher - All the encounters I had, both with the other au pairs and with Chinese friends I will never forget this experience, I wish for everyone to be this lucky and to discover this amazing culture like I did.

My name is Rachele and I’m a 19 years old girl from northern-east Italy. After graduating from highschool I still wasn’t sure what to study in university, and since I had studied Chinese for five years, I decided that nothing would be better than going to China for some time. I thought that by being an Au Pair I would have gotten a much better chance to experience China as a local, and see its culture “from within”, and let me tell you, I was not disappointed! Thanks to my italian agency I had the chance to meet the LoPair staff, which helped me throughout my six-months stay in Hangzhou. From the matching process, to helping me solve everyday issues like registering for Alipay and other apps, they were always ready to help me out. And how can I forget the monthly cultural activities they organized for us: lots of local food, tea and arts and crafts! Being in a country so different and far away from my home can sometimes be a challenge, but I can say that China is a very welcoming place, where its beauty and history can be felt every day, no matter which city or which time of the year. The six months I spent in Hangzhou helped me grow up and learn more about myself and the world around me, and I was able to create ever-lasting memories with all the beautiful people I met there, my host family, my friends, the Lopair staff and my Chinese teacher. Even though I will soon start studying design in Venice, I don’t want to leave China behind and I look forward to go back and meet up with everyone once more! Thank you LoPair for this amazing experience! <3

I have been an au pair in Shanghai for almost 6 months and I chose to extend for 4 more. Shanghai is a great city with lots of places to explore and fun things to do! My host family is the best I could've wish for. They helped me settle in and they made me part of the family! I have a great relationship with my host kids and we always do some fun activities together. The mandarin school was cool and the teachers were great, they helped me improve my Chinese a lot! LoPair's staff is very friendly and they answered all my questions in a short time. I would totally recommend this experience because it's a good way to experience a country and a culture so different from what we are used to. It made me grow a lot as a person!

I am happy to be a part of the LoPair-Hangzhou Community! They gave their best to make my experience here very good. They matched me with a family that I love and that I feel bad for leaving. I definitely want to come back. The school was also good! My teacher was very nice. Some of my friends were not as happy as I was with the family but LoPair gave everything in their power to make it a good experience.

Living in China was one of the best experiences of my life. I have already been an au pair before in another country, but nothing is like China. It feels like to live on another planet; the culture, the food, the people..everything is so different from the western world. I love it. I felt welcomed since the first day, when everyone was staring at me in the street because the saw a foreigner ( maybe for the first time in their life) or when people came to me to take pictures. The way Chinese people treat you is extremely nice, they really treat you as the guest of honor. The same happens in my host families. They always took care of everything I needed, always offered me food ( even when I was so full I could explode), always respected me and told the kids to do so. In my second family, they also have a nanny who takes care of the little boy so my job was just to speak english with him and try to teach him new words. I was lucky enough to live in Hangzhou, where the LoPair office here so I could meet everyone. I can not thank enough LoPair for the support the gave me. Unfortunately, I had to leave the first family and I felt so bad I thought about going back home. The agency supported me through that hard time, they let me stay in a hotel until I decided what to do and eventually helped me to find another family in HZ. And they did it! Even if I didn't have much time left, they found me a new family in HZ. I will really miss Yvonne, she's was a great friend here, always ready to help even at 3 in the morning. She really cares about us, as she said to me today " she's like a mommy". The Chinese classes are very very very good. Even if I had already studied Chinese in university for 2 years, I learnt more here in 3 months. My teacher is such a great person and teacher. At last, I am very grateful for all the friends I made here. I will never forget them! We shared a great experience and it will hard to say goodbye. If you decide to be an au pair in China, LoPair will be a great choice!