About Us
We Learn and Have Fun
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Learning with Fun and Purpose
We believe that learning should be exciting, not tedious! Our approach blends fun with education, creating a vibrant atmosphere where students engage with Mandarin beyond traditional textbooks. Through interactive activities, we allow students to use the language practically, fostering meaningful connections with others.
OUR COMMITMENT
Helping Our Students Grow
At Pistachio Mandarin, we’re passionate about nurturing growth, confidence, and real-life skills in every student. Our supportive environment is designed to ensure that our students aren’t just learning Mandarin but thriving.
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Personalised feedback to support the learning journey
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Progress monitoring to ensure steady growth
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Celebrating every achievement along the way
Our Story
In October 2017, Yatchun Wong founded Pistachio Mandarin Language Centre with a vision to make learning Mandarin enjoyable and inspiring for Kiwi kids and adults. Being of Chinese and Malaysian descent, Yatchun’s passion for language education began with her desire to provide her daughter with opportunities to learn Mandarin. Driven by this vision, Yatchun established Pistachio Mandarin Language Centre to create a space where students could learn to communicate in Chinese through interactive, practical, and fun experiences.
Today, our courses for second-language learners emphasise practical communication and cultural engagement, blending New Zealand’s teaching methods with lessons that are both enjoyable and relevant to everyday life. Guided by an experienced mentor, our passionate tutors collaborate to design meaningful resources and structured lessons that bring language learning to life. We strive to create an engaging environment using tools such as YouTube videos, games, quizzes, and role-play, where students immerse themselves in Mandarin and build confidence in their communication skills.
Experience a free trial lesson!
Discover why our Auckland-based Chinese Mandarin classes are the most fun and engaging. Our courses are tailored to the New Zealand curriculum, using the latest teaching methods and up-to-date resources. Our passionate native-speaking teachers are highly experienced in teaching Kiwi students, ensuring a top-notch learning experience.