Name: Leonardo Scarpelli
Country: Brazil
Occupation: Business Man
Interests: Read, play football, travel  

"Dont even think twice, go to Mandarin House and study."

Q: How are you finding your studies in China?
A: My studies in China was very, very good. Live the experience of language in daily situations at China combined with the classes in school, in my opinion is the best way to learn Chinese.

Q: Has the program been as you expected?
A: The program was more than I expected. The teachers are very prepared and experienced, the books and materials are easy to understand, the classrooms and school facilities are spectacular, school employees are very pleasantness. All together helps the students to study smoothly.

Q: What do you find most interesting about Shanghai?
A: The hole city of Shanghai . In Shanghai there are lots of restaurants, bars, shopping centers, you can find a spectacular entertainment places. A very modern big city, safe and the people are very friendly.

Q: Tell us a few memorable experiences in China?
A: A memorable experience in China was a great dinner with Chinese friends at 87 th floor of Jin Mao Tower with a spectacular view of Pudong. Really beautiful !
Other memorable experience was live a routine in Shanghai, I mean, wake up, eat baozi at breakfast, take the metro and study, all of this, together, was sensational for me.

Q: What advice/tips would you give to others who plan to come and study in China?
A: Dont even think twice, go to Mandarin House and study;
     Dont be afraid or shame to speak Chinese with Chinese people;
     Do the course seriously, your time at school have to be concentrated in learning Chinese, so talk to people, study at home, pay attention at classes, ask everything you have doubts for teachers and if its possible, have some private classes.