That’s Mandarin Chinese Camp

Why it is in this guide

A defined two-week programme connects classroom Mandarin with cultural tasks in the city. The day format leaves evenings and weekends for family travel, while a residential option becomes available at age 12.

Operating history and evidence

Useful child-specific, independently posted Tripadvisor accounts were found: a July 2026 review describes two weeks for ages 10 and 13, and another describes a returning 11-year-old in Beijing. They praise confidence, international friendships and staff communication. These are self-reported reviews, not verified learning outcomes; the Shanghai-labelled listing also mixes campuses. Operator parent stories are separate, curated evidence.

Age, language and eligibility

International campers and visiting families are explicitly welcomed. Day and half-day: ages 10–17; hotel Full Camp: ages 12–17; beginners through advanced levels. The family day option requires parents to provide the child’s accommodation and out-of-camp care. Travel/medical insurance is required, with proof requested on enrolment. Entry permission depends on passport, duration and purpose, not Japan residence.

What the days look like

Two-week day/half-day blocks start 23 Nov or 7 Dec 2026; 4 Jan, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 12 Jul or 26 Jul 2027. Later winter starts are also listed. Day camp runs weekdays 09:00–15:50, approximately 16:00 pickup, with morning cultural outings and afternoon classes. Half-day is 13:15–15:50. The FAQ specifies three 45-minute lessons daily, with two ten-minute breaks. Full Camp starts 28 Jun or 12 Jul 2027.

Parents, accommodation and transport

Day and half-day accommodation is excluded; families can request separately arranged lodging. Parents handle nights, weekends and daily pickup. Full Camp includes a shared hotel room, two campers per room, with supervising teachers in the hotel, airport transfers and 24-hour supervision. Confirm exact arrival/departure nights and weekend meal coverage in writing.

Included costs and the family budget

Published 2027 two-week per-child fees: half-day CNY9,000 (Approx. ¥212,000); day CNY17,000 (Approx. ¥400,000); Full Camp CNY30,800 (Approx. ¥724,000). Day includes classes, camp pack, culture, excursions and lunches, but no lodging. Full Camp adds shared hotel, transfers and wider supervision/activity provision. Insurance, flights and family expenses remain separate. No separate mandatory registration/tax line was located, so request an itemised final total; no discounts or inferred weekly rates are used.

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Before you book

Confirm the selected city, exact two-week block, age and level grouping, lesson language support, pickup permissions, insurance cover and allergy procedures. Ask for full payment/cancellation terms before booking flights. Request written confirmation for under-10 participation or a custom family arrangement. Summer 2027 dates are announced, although some site headings still say 2026.

Cancellation and refunds

A current public camp-specific cancellation/refund schedule was not located in the official programme pages, brochure or FAQ examined. Do not apply a third-party agent’s or an adult-course policy to this booking. Obtain the cancellation deadline, retained deposit, visa-refusal treatment, transfers and provider-cancellation remedy in writing before payment.