About Lu
Hi, I am Lu! I am a certified Chinese teacher for all language levels. I am a native speaker and I have been working as a Chinese teacher since 2015. I was born and grew up in China and now live in Portsmouth, England. I graduated with a master’s degree in translation from the University of Portsmouth, and I love Chinese culture!
For me as a teacher communicating with my students and showing them my dedication is everything. My teaching method depends on what works for my students the most, and I am always willing to find the most suitable method for them. As a native speaker, I particularly pay attention to the speaking practice so that my students can build their confidence. In every single lesson, I use a variety of activities that suit my students individually and my goal is to make the lessons interactive and interesting.
In conversation with Lu
Could you tell us a little about your background?
I am a native Chinese speaker, born and raised in China, and I now live in Portsmouth, England. I moved here to complete a master's degree in translation at the University of Portsmouth, and I have stayed ever since. I have been teaching Chinese since 2015.
What drew you to teaching Chinese as a career?
My studies in translation gave me a deep appreciation for how much is lost or gained in the space between two languages, and teaching felt like a natural extension of that. I am certified to teach Chinese at all levels, and I simply love sharing my culture and my language with people who are curious about it.
How would you describe your teaching philosophy?
For me, communication and dedication are everything. I do not believe in a single fixed method that works for every student. Instead, I pay close attention to what each individual person responds to, and I adapt my approach around them rather than expecting them to adapt to a rigid system.
What do you focus on most in your lessons?
As a native speaker, speaking practice is something I take particularly seriously. Confidence matters just as much as accuracy, so I try to create a space where students feel comfortable using the language out loud, making mistakes, and trying again. I bring a variety of activities into every lesson so that things stay interactive and genuinely interesting, rather than becoming repetitive.
What would you say makes your lessons distinctive?
I would say it is the attentiveness. Because I tailor each lesson to the person in front of me, no two students end up following exactly the same path. My goal is always to find whatever combination of methods helps that particular student progress and feel motivated to keep going.