Make This Shanghai Holiday a Chinese Adventure
Chinese Day Camp for Ages 9–17
At GoEast’s Zhongshan Park campus, students join a vibrant Chinese day camp with small groups, precise level placement, and a multicultural learning environment — for international families visiting Shanghai and Shanghai-based expat families.
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Quick Facts
What Families Should Know at a Glance
From age groups and level placement to location and family fit — here’s everything you need to know about this Shanghai camp.
Real Camp Moments
Real moments from our Chinese camps where kids discover the joy of learning Mandarin while making lifelong friends and memories
Building Confidence & Friendships
Watch as shy beginners transform into confident Chinese speakers, proudly representing GoEast and forming friendships that last beyond camp.
Professional Native Teachers
Our Master’s degree teachers provide personalized attention in small groups, ensuring each child receives the support they need to thrive.
Learning Through Play
Chinese culture comes alive through cooking, calligraphy, crafts, and games. Kids practice Mandarin naturally while having the time of their lives.
Measurable Progress
Parents are amazed by how quickly their children pick up Chinese. From day one, kids start speaking basic phrases and building vocabulary that sticks.
Why GoEast
Why Families Choose This Shanghai Camp
A more thoughtful Shanghai camp experience — with smaller groups, better placement, real cultural connection, and more natural use of Chinese.
Personalized
Tailored Learning
Chinese lessons are taught in small groups of up to 6 students, with placement based on age and level for better engagement and progress.
Immersion
Real Chinese in Real Contexts
Students use Chinese with teachers and peers throughout the day, not just in textbook-style classroom practice.
Exploration
More Than Sightseeing
Cultural activities usually run in groups of around 15 students, creating a lively but still well-guided way to explore Shanghai.
Community
A Better Fit for International Families
Designed for GoEast online families, visiting families, and Shanghai-based expat families looking for a more meaningful summer experience.
Structure & Placement
Age Groups & Placement
Students are grouped by age and Chinese level, so learning feels appropriate and effective at every stage.
Ages 9–12
Upper Elementary
Ages 12–15
Middle School
Ages 15–17
High School
For students near an age boundary, final placement considers birthday, maturity, and overall fit. All students are also placed by Chinese level — Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.
📩 Get the Parent Handbook
Age groups, levels, schedules, and family planning tips — all in one practical guide.
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
Choose the timing that works best for your family’s summer plans in Shanghai.
Academic Chinese Booster
Mon–Fri · 9:00–12:00 · Chinese lessons + snacks
Chinese Cultural Adventure
Mon–Fri · 9:00–16:00 · Chinese + activities + lunch & snacks
🌞 Summer 2026
❄️ Winter 2026/27
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Sample Schedule
A 2-Week Sample Camp Schedule
A sample look at how a two-week full-day camp experience is structured. Themes and activities may vary slightly by session.
Afternoon Highlights
Bamboo Weaving
Ink PaintingAfternoon Highlights
Longhua Temple / Kung Fu
Chinese CalligraphyReal Camp Experiences
See Our Students in Action
Watch authentic moments from our camps where kids discover Chinese language and culture through immersive experiences
Learning Through Discovery
See how our students naturally absorb Chinese language through engaging cultural activities and interactive learning experiences.
Cultural Immersion
Experience authentic Chinese culture as students explore local traditions, visit cultural sites, and practice language in real-world settings.
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Why Zhongshan Park Works So Well for Families
Located in one of Shanghai’s most accessible and family-friendly areas, our Zhongshan Park campus makes it easy for visiting families to combine camp with a smooth, enjoyable stay in the city.
Campus
Location
Family Support
Support for Families Visiting Shanghai
For families traveling to Shanghai for camp, we can help make the experience smoother, easier, and more enjoyable.
We can support families with:
Accommodation Recommendations
For families looking for nearby stays, from more affordable options to higher-end hotels.
Airport Transfer Support
To make arrival and departure easier for the whole family.
Parents’ Daytime Plans
Suggestions for sightseeing and family-friendly activities while your child is at camp.
Mandarin for Parents
Optional Mandarin lessons for parents who want to make the most of their time in Shanghai.
This helps families turn camp into a broader Shanghai experience — not just a class schedule.
Safety & Peace of Mind
Student wellbeing is taken seriously throughout the camp experience.
Our Team
Your Child’s GoEast Community
Your child will join a nurturing community of professional teachers, fellow young learners, and caring staff who make language learning fun, safe, and rewarding.
📚 Dedicated Teachers
- Fixed teachers provide consistent guidance throughout your program.
- Master’s degree holders with extensive training in Chinese language education.
- Caring mentors who support both your language goals and cultural experience.
🌎 Like-minded Peers
- Global community with students from over 30 countries and backgrounds.
- Supportive atmosphere where lasting friendships naturally develop.
- Cultural appreciation shared among peers who value Chinese language and culture.
💡 Language Consultants
- Personal guidance from onboarding through celebrating your milestones.
- Cross-cultural expertise from consultants with teaching experience.
- Local insights to help you navigate Chinese culture and daily life.
👋 Friendly Staff
- Welcoming admin team always ready to practice Chinese with you.
- Community events to enhance your immersion experience.
- Campus companions including our friendly cat who loves joining Chinese practice!
Testimonials
What Families Say
Real feedback from families who have learned with GoEast online, in Shanghai, or through summer experiences.
GoEast online lessons gave our children real speaking confidence, and visiting Shanghai made Mandarin feel even more real.
My son came back from Shanghai with stronger Mandarin, new friendships, and a deeper connection to Chinese culture. It was a truly meaningful summer experience.
GoEast combines strong teaching with a warm, flexible, and personalized approach — something we’ve really appreciated both for ourselves and for our child.
Camp Life
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Common Parent Questions
Everything you need to know about keeping your child safe, engaged, and thriving at GoEast Summer Camp
🏙️ Logistics & Eligibility
🎓 Student Placement
📋 Program & Safety
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