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Chinese Summer Camp for Kids & Teens in Shanghai

Camp | Kids | Summer Camp

Join our Chinese Summer Camp in Shanghai for an unforgettable two-week adventure where ancient traditions meet modern marvels. Immerse yourself in Mandarin, explore iconic landmarks like the Bund and Yu Garden, and make friends from around the world.

FREQUENCY

Lessons: 3 classes/day

WHEN

June to August
Mon-Fri OR
Mon-Sun

CAPACITY

Max. 10 students

WHERE

Shanghai, Wuding Road

Schedule

2025 COURSE START DATES

Half-day Camp

Half-day Chinese Summer Camp Program features Chinese lessons only. It’s the perfect option for intensive Chinese language study - through a wide mix of interactive classes, 5 days a week.

2025

Jun 16, Jun 30, Jul 14, Jul 28

Day Camp

Day Camp program includes weekday activities: Chinese lessons, cultural activities, and morning excursions, 5 days a week.

2025

Jun 16, Jun 30, Jul 14, Jul 28

Full Camp

Full Camp is an all-inclusive program that includes all the content of Day Camp and more: hotel accommodation, 3 meals a day, evening & weekend activities and field trips. Teens spend 24 hours, 7 day a week at camp.

2025

Jun 30, Jul 14

Homestay Camp

Homestay option is similar to Full Camp, only instead of a hotel accommodation, campers get to stay with a local Chinese family and spend more time learning the local ways of life.

2025

Jun 30, Jul 14

Advantages

Safety First

The safety of your child is our paramount concern. Rest assured your child is safe with us!

Professional Teachers

Our talented and enthusiastic teachers are all experienced working with under 18s.

Fun! Fun! Fun!

Our activities are engaging, inspiring and fun, with an emphasis on being educational and, above all, safe!

Services

COMPARE THAT’S MANDARIN (TM) TO OTHER CHINESE LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

Free access to our online/mobile app

Others: No online/mobile platform.

Well-lit, clean, modern classrooms

Others: Old design classrooms.

Free beverages. Unlimited coffee and tea

Others: No free beverages.

Classrooms equipped with Apple computers

Others: No computers/high-tech learning aids.

Over 15 years of hands-on experience

Others: Freelance teachers, often hired with no experience/certification.

Full-time, experienced teachers who completed our training course

Others: Freelance teachers, often hired with no experience/certification.

Campus In Shanghai

HOW TO GET TO OUR CHINESE LANGUAGE SCHOOL

Our Shanghai campus is located in the heart of downtown Shanghai, a 10-minute walk away from Jing’an Temple subway station, Line 2, and less than 5-minute walk from Changping Road subway station, Line 7.

Wuding Road No. 881, Bldg 1, 5/F, Jing’an District, Shanghai, China 200040

(+86) 21 6095 8317

info.shanghai@thatsmandarin.com

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For the taxi

静安区武定路881号（近常德路）
Jìng’ān qū Wǔdìng lù 881 hào (jìn Chángdé lù)

lit. “Jing’an district, Wuding road, number 881 (near Changde road)”

Around the campus

Jing’an Temple (10 mins); expat area full of restaurants and bars

Nearby subway stations

You can get to our school by taking Line 2 to Jing’an Temple Station or Line 7 to Changping Road Station, and, in both cases, get out at Exit 3.

Shanghai subway is one of the most convenient ways to get around the city. Shanghai has more than 17 subway lines that link the city, with stations mainly set near top destinations and hubs. Fares typically average anywhere from 3 to 9 yuan, depending on the distance traveled. You can get a Shanghai subway card at nearly any station - via an automated machine or a ticket counter.

Students’ Feedback

What Our Students Say

It is a fantastic summer camp for kids. Teachers are really great and kids not only get to learn Mandarin but also Chinese culture, aside from visiting their host city, learning to prepare Chinese dishes and so much more.

Mia H, Switzerland

Parent

Our kids had a great time at this camp - and learned a lot! At first, they were nervous and reluctant. But now, they not only loved the camp they participated in but they also want to come back again next year!

Carmen B, Spain

Parent

Our daughter has attended Chinese Summer Camp 3 years in a row (when she was 8, 9, and 10) and she has had an amazing experience every time. The teachers are warm and patient and they make class fun. The camp is very international with kids from all over the world, which she loved.

Jane P, The USA

Parent

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the course schedule?

It depends on the program:
- Half-day Camp features Chinese classes from 13:15 to 15:50 Monday to Friday;
- Day Camp also includes weekday morning cultural activities and excursions, 09:00 to 15:50;
- Full Camp students will also have weekend and afternoon activities.

Homestay camp schedule is the same as in Full Camp, except that on weekday evenings the campers will have dinner together with their homestay family.

Family camp schedule for kids is the same as in Day Camp, and for parents the class time is flexible.

Who are the teachers?

Our teachers are all native Chinese speakers who are highly-qualified and experienced in teaching Chinese to foreigners. Our teachers are university graduates with majors in Chinese language education or Chinese literature. They have also previously obtained a “teaching Mandarin as a second language” certificate before they joined us and successfully completed That’s Mandarin’s mandatory Teachers Training Course (TTC).

What teaching materials do you use?

We developed our own teaching and learning methods. We use our own Chinese learning platform for all our classes. There you can find all the materials, read the teacher’s comments, review your lessons, and even schedule your classes.

Will the classes be taught in English?

All of our classes are taught in Chinese to give students a fully immersive Chinese experience. Even for absolute beginners, our teachers will only use limited English to help your child understand them. Our teacher will use pictures, videos, signs, and gestures to help students remember and understand new material.

Do you provide accommodation?

Yes. But it’s only available for Full and Homestay Camp students. But we can help find accommodation for Day Camp students as well.

Can I join this program another time except for the starting dates?

Yes, you can. But for a more complete experience, we would recommend you to join our program on Monday. Besides, the program is possible only in the summer.

Can I change the program duration?

You can. But you will need to let us know 1-2 months in advance. If you can’t come to our school this year due to an accident or any kind of unexpected situation, your kid can come and join our program next year.

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