History

• In July 1999, the predecessor of the school, "Yunnan Ethnic Culture Communication Co., Ltd." was founded, the main cultural exchanges, hosting summer camps, cultural experience of the elderly group, cultural exchange group.
• In 2000, we started to apply for registration as a private non-enterprise unit "KCEL". However, since it was not yet approved for teaching Chinese as a foreign language, only English training was allowed.
• In 2003, KCEL was accredited with the teaching of Chinese as a foreign language and was the first Chinese school approved to teach Chinese as a foreign language and could recruit overseas students.
• In 2008, the school moved from Wenlin Street Binhu Hotel to the current Fuchun Building A seat.
• In 2010, the school set up Beichen branch.
• In 2015, the school set up Dali campus.
• In 2016, the school obtained Longre English brand authorization and established Longre IELTS Kunming Training Center.

Currently, we are the first, largest and most professional Chinese school in Yunnan. We have over 18 years of teaching experience. And over 20,000 square feet learning areas, you can not only have distinctive studying experience but also enjoy your life in KCEL.
Our college employs professional teachers who use the latest teaching methodology supported by a conducive learning environment. We also offer lectures on selected subjects and related language-study activities.
College services are available to a range of international and overseas students. Our courses are designed to meet our students’ needs. In addition to regular and extra-curricular classes, we provide many opportunities to practice the language and immerse one's self in the local culture.
Kunming College of Eastern Language coordinates Advanced Learning programs with well-known Universities throughout China. International students who have studied Mandarin and successfully completed the HSK examination will be recommended to these universities to study for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or a PHD.