Chinese Summer Camp in Shanghai | Mandarin Inn Mandarin & Culture Program

Chinese Summer Camp in Shanghai (Ages 12–17)
22 Jun – 14 Aug 2026
(4 weeks total; single-week enrolment available)
Ages：12–17 years old
Dates：22 June – 14 August 2026 (4 weeks total; single-week enrolment available)
Hours：Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Class Size：Maximum 12 students per group
Language Level：HSK Level 1-3
Location：Mandarin Inn, 1280 Huaihai Middle Road, Xuhui, Shanghai
Instruction：Fully bilingual (English & Mandarin)
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Why This Camp Works
A dynamic summer programme for motivated teenagers aged 12–17, combining conversation-based Chinese learning, city exploration, and contemporary culture.
Practical Mandarin Communication
Speaking and listening come first. Students begin using Mandarin from the first day, learning grammar naturally through communication rather than memorisation.
Weekly Shanghai explorations
Weekly Shanghai explorations turn the city into a classroom. Students complete practical tasks such as ordering food, navigating markets, or interviewing locals.
Project-Based Learning
Creative workshops, field missions, and collaborative projects turn language learning into an active and engaging experience.
Meaningful Academic Value
Students build a learning record through projects, presentations, and progress reports — useful for school portfolios, IB CAS, or university applications.
Weekly Themes
Each week offers a unique theme with language goals, cultural activities, and city outings.
Join for one week or all four—the longer you stay, the deeper the experience.
Week 1
Urban Explorer
• Language Focus: Directions, transport, time, numbers, pricing
• Cultural Workshops: Calligraphy & Chinese painting
• City Mission — explore Tianzifang and Xintiandi with guided language tasks
• Friday Showcase: Presentation: My Shanghai Neighbourhood
Week 2
Tastes & Traditions
• Language Focus: restaurant vocabulary, flavours, ordering food
• Cultural Workshops: Chinese tea ceremony & cooking challenge
• City Mission: wet market visit and Mandarin lunch ordering
• Friday Showcase: student-led Chinese Food Culture Symposium
Week 3
Decode China
Language Focus: idioms, cultural references, discussion skills
• Cultural Workshops: Peking opera mask painting & digital China trends
• City Mission: Shanghai Museum and classical garden cultural exploration
• Friday Showcase: group presentation: China Then & Now
Week 4
My Chinese Story
Language Focus: storytelling, public speaking, persuasive language
• Cultural Workshops: documentary vlog project & reflective writing
• City Mission: Bund exploration and Mandarin street interview challenge
• Friday Showcase: graduation ceremony, video screening & certificates
City Outing Every Week

1
Week 1 - Tianzifang Art District + Xintiandi
Language field notes, photo essay, and peer-led mini tour
2
Week 2 - Wet market + local restaurant
To plan the outing itinerary in Chinese and lead the order
3
Week 3 - Shanghai Museum or Yu Garden
To complete a structured cultural observation task (in Chinese)
4
Week 4 - The Bund + Lujiazui
Street interview challenge
What a Week Looks Like & What Students Say

" The programme helped me gain confidence speaking Mandarin. Exploring Shanghai while learning about modern Chinese culture made the experience unforgettable. "
— Nok, Thailand
Pricing & Discounts
Tuition includes: all classroom materials, cultural workshop supplies, one weekly city outing (transport & entry fees), weekly progress certificate, and a camp souvenir booklet. Lunch is not included.
Single week enrollment
RMB 3,800/week
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Multi-Week Packages
2-Week (5% off) ：RMB 7,220
3-Week (10% off) ：RMB 10,260
4-Week (15% off) ：RMB 12,920
EarlyBird & Family Discount:
Early Bird: 10% off when you register before 3 April 2026
Sibling Discount: 5% off for each additional child from the same family
Refer a Friend: Both families receive ¥500 course credit
Group Booking (3+children from the same school or group): 8% group discount
FAQ
Can my child join just one week?
Absolutely. Each week is a complete, self-contained programme. That said, children who stay for multiple weeks build on their vocabulary and confidence cumulatively — and unlock our multi-week discounts!
Do students need prior Chinese knowledge?
Our program welcomes students' Mandarin level between HSK 1-3
Do you provide lunch?
No. Students should bring their own packed cold lunch each day.
Is transportation provided?
No. Parents are responsible for daily drop-off and pick-up.
Do you provide an official invoice (fapiao)?
Yes. An official invoice (fapiao) can be issued upon request.
What happens if a student misses a day?
Due to the immersive nature of the program, missed days cannot be rescheduled, but teachers will help students catch up.
What happens during the city outing? Is it safe?
Every Thursday, your child joins aguided outing to a carefully selected Shanghai landmark or neighbourhood. All outings are led by experienced bilingual staff, and we maintain a 1:6 adult-to-child ratio. Children wear Mandarin Inn identification lanyards and receive full travel insurance coverage. Parents receive the outing itinerary in advance every Wednesday evening.
What is the Friday Showcase?
Every Friday afternoon (approximately 2:30–4:00 PM) we open the doors to parents and family members. Children share what they've created and learned during the week — whether it's a map, a performance, or a craft project — with a short Mandarin component. It's one of the highlights of the week for both children and families!
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Address：
1280 Huaihai Middle Road, Shanghai, China.中国上海徐汇区淮海中路1280号
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+86 21 54038115
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