Daisy Golding

My lessons are relaxed, interactive and tailored to each student's individual needs, interests and learning goals. I believe learning a language should be enjoyable, practical and rewarding, rather than something students feel intimidated by. We can go through your objectives from day one and come up with a learning plan together.

Having learned Mandarin myself as a non-native speaker, I understand first-hand the challenges of learning Chinese, from mastering tones and pronunciation to understanding grammar and remembering characters. I can relate to the difficulties students encounter and explain concepts from the perspective of someone who has experienced the learning process themselves. I remember feeling so frustrated at not being able to grasp certain concepts, but when you find the right teacher, things become easier, I can be that teacher for you.

I aim to combine speaking practice, vocabulary building, grammar, pronunciation and reading with practical examples and everyday conversations. Lessons will be adapted to each student's pace, whether they are starting from scratch, preparing for an exam or looking to improve their conversational Mandarin. I teach real Mandarin, Mandarin that is actually spoken in Mandarin-speaking communities.

I also have experience as a peer mentor, which taught me the importance of patience, encouragement and creating a learner-led environment. I want students to feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and learning at their own pace.

With a BA in Chinese, a HSK 5 certificate and my current MA studies in Linguistics, I bring both academic knowledge, passion, and genuine enthusiasm to teaching. My aim is to help students develop confidence, curiosity and a lasting enjoyment of Mandarin.