In Shanghai
Learn Chinese in one of China's most international, family-friendly cities.
Shanghai Chinese summer & winter camps for children and teens
Small classes, level-based groups and genuine cultural immersion — designed for Chinese heritage families visiting Shanghai.
Before choosing a camp
Age groups, language levels, location and family needs: explore the details before choosing a camp.
Day camp only
Day programme only, no accommodation. Children return to family or a guardian each evening.
Ages 8–17
Grouped by age, with flexibility for maturity.
Beginner to advanced
Every child joins a Chinese class that suits their level, from zero up.
For international families
For heritage families visiting Shanghai in the holidays and international families living here.
Location
Shanghai; venue and transport confirmed before arrival.
Designed for families with roots in China
Whether visiting for the holidays or living in Shanghai, give your child more opportunities to use Chinese.
Heritage families visiting for the holidays
Make real progress in Chinese during your visit, and make friends of the same age.
International families in Shanghai
For children at international schools with limited Chinese exposure who want to build language skills and cultural confidence.
Niukool online students
Take online learning into real life in Shanghai, with teachers your child already knows.
Explore online courses ↗A camp for purposeful Chinese practice
Small classes, suitable grouping and cultural experiences connect learning with real use.
Tailored teaching
Up to 8 per class, grouped by age and level.
Authentic Chinese in real contexts
Students use Chinese with teachers and classmates all day.
More than sightseeing
Carefully designed cultural activities give children a deeper view of Shanghai.
Built for international families
A smooth fit for online students, heritage and expat families.
Age & background
Three age groups, with language-level matching within each group.
Ages 8–12 · Upper primary
Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Ages 12–15 · Middle school
Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Ages 15–17 · High school
Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Level matters as well as age
For children near an age boundary, we also consider birthday and maturity to find the best group.
Choose a camp format
Half-day learning or a full day of Chinese and culture.
Intensive Chinese
For children who want focused progress in Chinese.
- 2 weeks
- ¥6,800
- 4 weeks
- ¥12,800
- Mon–Fri, 09:00–12:00
- Chinese lessons and snacks included
Most popularChinese culture discovery
For children who want to learn Chinese and experience Chinese culture.
- 2 weeks
- ¥14,800
- Mon–Fri, 09:00–16:00
- Chinese lessons, cultural activities, lunch and snacks included
Start dates
Proposed Niukool dates and early booking offers. Final arrangements require written confirmation.
Winter 2026–27
30 Nov · 28 Dec
Summer 2027
14 Jun · 5 Jul · 26 Jul · 9 Aug
During camp
Daily example: Chinese 09:00–11:50, lunch, then culture or city discovery 13:00–16:00. Themes can vary by camp.
- WEEK 01
Week 1
- Mon: Oriental Pearl Tower
- Tue: Making dumplings & baozi
- Wed: Table tennis / Chinese ceramics
- Thu: Chinese calligraphy
- Fri: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
- WEEK 02
Week 2
- Mon: Kung fu
- Tue: Ink painting
- Wed: Shanghai Natural History Museum
- Thu: Culture carnival: arts, games and traditions
- Fri: Family day: Zhujiajiao water town
Half-day or full-day?
Choose how camp fits into the rest of your stay.
Day camp
- Home every evening — Children return to family or a guardian after class
- Lower cost — You pay for learning, not board
- Flexible length — 2 or 4 weeks to fit your travel plans
- Built for local and visiting families — The first choice for families in Shanghai
- Family time — Explore Shanghai together on evenings and weekends
Residential camp
- Dormitory stay, away from family for the whole camp
- Higher all-inclusive price for board and meals
- Fixed multi-week sessions, less flexibility
- Mainly for students flying to China alone
- Limited daily time with family
Niukool Shanghai Chinese camps
The Shanghai teaching venue is to be confirmed. Address, maps and transport details are provided before arrival.
Getting there
Address, map and directions provided before arrival.
Where to stay
Nearby options from practical to premium, to suit your budget.
Local area
Local dining and shopping tips near the venue.
Parents' time
Plan your own activities while your child is in class.
For families visiting Shanghai
Make a clear plan for the time around camp.
Accommodation tips
Nearby stays from practical to premium, to suit your budget.
Airport transfer coordination
Optional service for easier arrivals and departures.
Day ideas for parents
Suggested Shanghai routes for parents during class time.
Chinese for parents
Optional lessons so the whole family can learn.
Safety & care
These are proposed Niukool standards. Their scope and delivery are confirmed in writing before camp.
Camp medical insurance
Check cover period, scope and exclusions.
On-site first aid
Clear on-site staff, procedures and parent contact.
Emergency response
Roll calls, handovers, outing groups and emergency contacts agreed in advance.
Nearby medical care
Nearby clinics and transport checked for the venue.
Teachers, peers and the Niukool team
Teachers, international peers and practical support help children settle into learning and activities.
Dedicated teachers
Chinese teachers guide learning and follow each child's progress.
Like-minded classmates
Learn and talk with peers, and make new friends at camp.
Language adviser
Personal guidance for your family from day one.
Friendly team
A warm team helps families get to know the camp and community activities.
Kids curriculum team
Stage leads design goals, activities and assessment for early years, primary and teen learners. Online lessons and in-person camps share this curriculum approach, adapted to their settings.
Amy
Early years curriculum leadDesigns early learning that brings picture books, songs and movement into online lessons and in-person activities.
Meet this curriculum lead
Nina
Children’s curriculum leadDevelops the children’s curriculum, linking listening, speaking, reading and writing through stories, everyday dialogue and themed tasks.
Meet this curriculum lead
Leo
Teen curriculum leadDesigns the teen curriculum, connecting themed reading, discussion and project presentations to real communication.
Meet this curriculum leadA day of Chinese and discovery
Make dumplings, talk flavours
Learn ingredients, follow steps and present the result in Chinese.
Paint in ink, share an idea
Observe, paint, then describe colours, shapes and feelings.
Explore a Jiangnan water town
On family day, observe architecture and daily life, linking Chinese to new discoveries.
What parents say
Find the right camp option ↗“We wanted Chinese study and family time in the same holiday. Morning classes with free afternoons fitted our Shanghai plans perfectly.”
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Ready to plan your child's Shanghai camp?
Tell us your goals and availability, and we will discuss courses, teacher matching and next steps. Submitting an enquiry does not confirm a booking.
Is the camp a day or residential camp?
It is a day camp in Shanghai. Students join activities during the day and return to family or a local guardian each evening; no accommodation is provided. Venue as confirmed by Niukool.
Who is the camp for?
Heritage families visiting Shanghai, expat families living here, Niukool online students, and any student with a suitable local guardian during camp.
Does my child need to know Chinese?
No. All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Classes are based on age and level so each child learns with similar peers.
What ages do you accept?
Ages 8–17, in three groups: 8–12, 12–15 and 15–17. For children near an age boundary, we also consider maturity.
How are students placed by level?
A short placement test and the information you give at sign-up place each child in a beginner, intermediate or advanced class.
What is the difference between half-day and full-day?
Half-day Intensive Chinese is morning lessons with a snack. Full-day Chinese Culture Discovery adds lunch plus afternoon cultural activities and city visits.
Is lunch included?
The full-day programme includes lunch and two snacks; the half-day includes a snack. Menus and allergy needs are confirmed before camp.
Can my child attend without a parent?
Yes, as long as they have a suitable local guardian in Shanghai during camp.
How do you keep children safe? Is insurance included?
The camp is planned around medical insurance, on-site first aid, sign-in/out, outing roll calls and emergency response. Cover, responsibilities, medical routes and procedures are confirmed in writing before camp.
Can you help families visiting Shanghai?
Yes. We offer accommodation tips, airport transfer coordination, day ideas for parents and optional Chinese lessons for parents. Services and fees confirmed by your adviser.
Do you run winter camps too?
Yes. We plan summer and winter camps in Shanghai, so you can choose dates that suit your travel or school holidays. Final dates confirmed in writing.
Let's plan your child's Shanghai holiday.
Share your child's age, Chinese level and preferred dates to learn about groups, dates and fees. Do not include ID numbers or health details; submitting saves your enquiry only, and enrolment is confirmed separately.
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