From immersive Mandarin adventures to hands-on science camps, creative art workshops, and elite academic programs in the Swiss Alps—there's a summer camp for every curious mind! Whether your child is 2 or 17 (or you're a recent grad!), 2025 is packed with learning, fun, and growth. Explore leadership, diplomacy, medicine, martial arts, robotics, and more—many with early bird discounts and limited spots.

Mandarin Camp

Age: 7–17

Focus: Mandarin, Cultural Activities, Language Immersion

Full-Time: Full Day (with Full Camp or Day Camp options)

Price: Starts at 12,999rmb

Location: Shanghai, Suzhou and Qingdao

Additional Info:Cultural excursions to Shanghai, Suzhou, Qingdao,combines Mandarin study with traditional crafts, cooking, and outdoor adventures.

Early bird discounts:

Silk Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp 2025 invites children aged 7-17 for an unforgettable summer filled with immersive Mandarin lessons, hands-on cultural activities, and thrilling adventures across vibrant cities like Shanghai, Suzhou, and Qingdao. With a focus on safety, personal growth, and global community building, campers will explore Chinese traditions, improve language skills, and make lifelong friends. Choose from 2-8 week sessions starting June 16, with Full Camp and Day Camp options. Prices start at 12,990rmb. Don't miss this chance to combine learning and fun! Learn more and enroll at Silk Mandarin.

Age: Teens and Adults (HSK 1+ learners)

Focus: Mandarin language, language immersion, cultural experiences

Full-Time: Full-day courses with flexible durations (1–8 weeks)

Price: From 3,280rmb/week

Location: Shanghai & Sichuan

Additional Info: Program runs from June 30 to August 29, Special cultural week in Sichuan: July 21–27.

Early bird discounts: 10% off before May 31, 15% off if joining with a friend

GoEast Mandarin's Summer Immersion 2025 offers intensive Chinese learning experiences in Shanghai and Sichuan, with flexible courses running from June 30 to August 29. Choose between Integrated Chinese (4 or 8 weeks; 6,800–13,000rmb) for structured progress across all skills (HSK 1–6), or Real-World Chinese (1 or 2 weeks; 3,280–6,380rmb) to boost your spoken Chinese in practical settings (HSK 2+). A special 1-week cultural immersion in Sichuan (July 21–27) is also available for 12,800rmb, including full-day trips and language classes. Early bird discounts up to 15% off are available until May 31.

Camps in Schools:

Age: 2–6

Focus: Bilingual learning, STEM, creative arts, physical education, social practice, and themed exploration (e.g., museum studies, coding, wilderness survival)

Full-Time: Yes, full-day sessions

Price: Varies by campus

Location: Multiple campuses across Shanghai and Wuxi (exact location varies by campus)

Additional Info: Programs are age-specific and run in 2- or 3-week sessions with limited enrollment. Activities include immersive English, play-based learning, and interdisciplinary themes.

Early bird discounts: No early birt discounts

Age: Varies (mainly school-aged children and teens)

Focus: Academic enrichment, leadership, critical thinking, cultural immersion

Full-Time: Varies by camp and location

Price: Not specified

Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Swiss Alps, Xi'an

Additional Info: Options for boarding

Early bird discounts: Not eary bird discounts

Discover EiM's 2025 Summer Camps—an inspiring lineup of global programs designed to help students explore, learn, and grow. From academic enrichment in the Swiss Alps and leadership development through outdoor adventures at Royal Shakespeare, to critical thinking workshops in Shanghai and Beijing, and an authentic British academic experience with the Oxford Legacy Programme in Beijing and Xi'an, each camp blends education with cultural immersion. With flexible boarding options and limited spots, early registration is recommended.

Age: 4+

Focus: Creativity, sports, skill development

Full-Time: Dates: June 23 – August 11; daily schedule not specified

Price: Prices vary by camp

Location: Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong

Additional Info: Open to non-Dulwich students

Early bird discounts: some programs are available for eary bird discounts, scan the qr code on the flyer or contact camps.shanghaipudong@dulwich.org for more details.

Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong Summer Camp 2025 programme is now available, running from June 23 to August 11. Open to students from Reception (age 4 and above), the camp offers a wide range of activities designed to ignite creativity, passion, and skill development. With limited spots available, this is a fantastic opportunity to keep children engaged and active throughout the summer. Early registration is encouraged to secure a place. Non-Dulwich parents can contact camps.shanghaipudong@dulwich.org for further details.

Age: 10+

Focus: Leadership, diplomacy, business simulation (ASDAN), MUN

Full-Time: Full day, Weekdays, June 23 – July 11

Price: 3,900rmb - 19,750rmb

Location: BISS Puxi

Additional Info: Includes separate Financial Prodigy module (June 30 – July 6); strong English skills recommended

Early bird discounts: No early bird discounts

BISS Puxi's Model United Nations & Financial Prodigy Camp (June 23 – July 11, 2025) offers students aged 10+ a dynamic blend of MUN training and the ASDAN Business Simulation. With a focus on leadership, diplomacy, and strategic thinking, participants will engage in debates, mock conferences, and real-world business challenges. A special Financial Prodigy module runs from June 30 to July 6. Strong English skills are recommended.

Age: 4–9

Focus: STEAM, history, science, creative exploration

Full-Time: Full Day, Weekdays, 8:45am–3:00pm

Price: From 6,000rmb per week

Location: BISS Puxi

Additional Info: Weekly themes: Dinosaurs, Ancient Civilizations, Future Exploration; hands-on learning

Early bird discounts: Not early bird discount

Embark on an unforgettable adventure at the BISS Puxi Time Travellers Summer Camp from June 23 to July 11, 2025, designed for curious minds aged 4–9. Running weekdays from 08:45 to 15:00, this three-week camp takes children on a journey through Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Times, Ancient Civilizations, and Future & Space Exploration. Through hands-on STEAM activities like fossil making, pyramid building, and rocket launching, kids will explore history, science, and imagination in a fun, nurturing environment. Limited spots available—register now for a summer packed with discovery and excitement!

Age: 3-6

Focus: Interdisciplinary learning, creativity, language, arts

Full-Time: Full-day program

Price: 4,900rmb/week

Location: Magnolia Kindergarten

Additional Info: Four-week themed programs; Art & Critical Thinking workshops; meals, field trips, optional bus

Early bird discounts: Bring a friend and get 150rmb off for both

Magnolia Kindergarten is happy to welcome GiggleWorks to offer a 2025 Summer Camp of four engaging full-time programs tailored to children aged under 3 to 6 years old, with age-specific activities that foster interdisciplinary thinking, creativity, and hands-on learning. Highlights include the four-week Big Bang English Adventure Camp for ages 3–6, featuring weekly themes like submarines, shipwrecks, circus fun, and STEM fairy tales, all integrating art, science, drama, and storytelling. Older children can also join two-week Art Workshops and Chinese Critical Thinking Camps. With nutritious meals, non-nap-time activities, field trips, and optional bus service, it's a summer of learning, imagination, and exploration!

Age: 8 months – 6 years

Focus: Holistic development through theatre, STEAM, calligraphy, arts, music, physical and water play.

Full-Time: Full Day, from July 1 to August 29

Price: from 4,000rmb/week

Location: Melody International Preschool Jing'an

Additional Info:Bilingual environment (English & French), Age-specific classes and multicultural learning, Flexible enrollment from 1 week to 2 months

Early bird discounts: Get ¥500 off when you enroll for up to 4 weeks, or ¥1,000 off when you enroll for more than 4 weeks.

Melody Preschool's 2025 Summer Growing Camp is a vibrant nine-week program designed for children aged 8 months to 6 years, running from July 1 to August 29 in the heart of Shanghai's Jing'an District. With a strong international and multicultural focus, the camp offers age-specific classes filled with engaging activities such as theatre, STEAM experiments, calligraphy, creative arts, music, physical play, and water fun. Hosted by the bilingual Melody team in immersive English and French environments, the camp supports holistic development through playful learning. Early bird discounts are available until May 30—flexible enrollment options let families choose from one week to two months.

Age: 3-6

Focus: Music, arts & crafts, STEM, sports, baking, English immersion

Full-Time: Full-day (8:40am–3:30pm) or half-day (8:40am–12:00pm)

Price: from 3,350rmb per week

Location: Tiny Tots Xuhui

Additional Info: Includes outdoor activities, swimming, yoga, field trips

Early bird discounts: No early bird price

Tiny Tots Sunny Scholars Summer Camp offers an exciting opportunity for children to explore, learn, and grow through fun-filled activities. Running from June 30 to July 31, 2025, the camp features engaging programs such as music, arts and crafts, STEM, baking, sports, and English immersion. Children will enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, dance, yoga, and field trips, all designed to foster confidence, creativity, and new friendships. The camp is available in half-day (8:40-12:00) or full-day (8:40-15:30) options, with a range of pricing for a 5-week program. Enroll now to ensure your child's place in this unforgettable summer adventure!

Age: 4 - 16+

Focus: Inclusive education, neurodiversity support, STEAM, sensory activities, social-emotional learning

Full-Time: Full Day ,June 30 – July 25, 9am–3pm

Price: 6,000rmb per week

Location: ELG Putuo Campus, 209 Zhennan Lu, near Fushui Lu

Additional Info: Low 1:3 staff-to-child ratio, Led by educators and therapists in a bilingual, neurodiversity-affirming environment.

Early bird discounts: 10% off until May 30

The 2025 ELG Summer Camp offers a fun, inclusive, and bilingual experience for children aged 4 to 16+, running from June 30 to July 25 at ELG Putuo. With a low 1:3 staff-to-child ratio, the camp is led by experienced educators and therapists in a neurodiversity-affirming environment that celebrates each child's unique strengths and learning style. Campers will enjoy STEAM-based activities, sensory exploration, arts and music, sports, life skills, and educational field trips—all designed to support social-emotional growth and hands-on learning. Weekly tuition is 6,000rmb. Spaces are limited—enroll now for a summer of creativity, connection, and discovery!

Age: 2-6

Focus: STEM, design thinking, robotics, sustainable innovation (Project-Based Learning)

Full-Time: Full Day 8:30am–4:00pm, June 16 – August 29

Price: 3,500rmb/week

Location: Changning

Additional Info: Partnered with CuriooWorks, Four themed modules: Urban Renewal, Future Mobility, Intelligent Environments, Robotic Innovation.

Early Bird Discounts: 3,200rmb/week if enrolled by May 31

MEINS Summer Camp 2025 presents an upgraded Project-Based Learning (PBL) program in partnership with CuriooWorks, offering four progressive modules focused on STEM innovation: Urban Renewal, Future Mobility, Intelligent Environments, and Robotic Innovation. Running from June 16 to August 29, the camp combines investigative design thinking with hands-on creative challenges, giving students a transformative experience in architecture, sustainable infrastructure, smart technologies, and age-appropriate robotics. This interdisciplinary program is designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking through real-world problem solving and innovation.

Age: 2–6

Focus: Full English immersion with science, art, music, English, and sports

Full-Time: Full day (Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm)

Price: From 7,000rmb per session

Location: Shanghai Hong Qiao International School

Additional Info: Highlights include Magic Science Camp, Creative Art Camp, and Interactive English Camp, with afternoon sports like swimming, gymnastics, soccer, and dance. Small class sizes and expert instruction.

Early Bird Discounts: 5% discount for anyone signs up for two sessions.

Age: 6–12

Focus: American-style immersive English environment with science, math, visual arts, pottery, English language, and sports

Full-Time: Yes (Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm)

Price: From 7,000rmb per session

Location: Shanghai Hong Qiao International School

Additional Info: Morning programs include Einstein Science & Math Camp, Visual Arts & Pottery Camp, and English Language Camp; afternoons feature sports such as swimming, basketball, soccer, tennis, and golf. Small classes and expert instructors.

Early Bird Discounts: 5% discount for anyone signs up for two sessions.

recent grads Above

Age: Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Recent Grads

Focus: Global business trends, ESG leadership, digital transformation, innovation, sustainability, and strategic leadership

Full-Time: Full Day (workshops and industry exposure)

Price:13,000rmb (includes 5-night stay, meals, activities, and insurance; excludes travel and transfers)

Location: CEIBS Shanghai

Early bird discounts: 25% off for SmartShanghai readers

The 2025 CEIBS Pre-MBA Summer Boot Camp in Shanghai is a week-long program (July 4–9) for undergraduates, postgraduates, and recent grads looking to explore global business trends. Held at CEIBS' Shanghai campus, it features immersive workshops, insights on innovation and sustainability, industry exposure, and valuable networking. Covering topics from ESG leadership to digital transformation, it helps participants gain practical skills and a strategic edge. Apply by May 23 to receive a 25% SmartShanghai reader discount.

Medical Program

Age: 15–18 (High school students)

Focus: Medical career exposure, clinical rotations, First Aid, diagnostics, hands-on training in ultrasound and medical imaging

Full-Time: Full day, June 23–27 or August 4–8 (5-day full-time program)

Price: 5,000rmb (includes lunch and a free check-up)

Location: Parkway Shanghai Hospital

Additional Info: Rotations in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Dentistry, Orthopedics

Parkway Summer Medical Internship Program offers high school students (ages 15-18) a 5-day immersive experience in medicine, with rotations through departments like Internal Medicine, Surgery, Dentistry, and Orthopedics, alongside First Aid training. Students will gain hands-on skills in ultrasound, medical imaging, and diagnostics, and receive free medical check-ups. Exceptional interns will earn a recommendation letter from Parkway Shanghai. The program, held at Parkway Shanghai Hospital, is competitive with limited spots (12 per round). Applicants must submit an English resume and pass an interview. Program Fee: 5000rmb (includes lunch) with a free check-up.

Age: 11–17

Focus: Healthcare Careers, Clinical Simulations, Mentorship

Full-Time: Full Day (1 week)

Location: SinoUnited Health (Huangpu)

SinoUnited Health has launched the 2025 Youth Career Experience Program, a comprehensive initiative aimed at inspiring high school students (aged from 11 to 17) to explore careers in healthcare. Through immersive activities such as medical lectures, clinical simulations, hospital tours, and mentorship from top doctors, students gain firsthand insight into the medical field. Conducted in both Chinese and English, the week-long program runs from July 7 to July 6 and culminates in a Career Experience Certificate. It's designed to foster a passion for healthcare and support future academic and professional goals.

Skill-Focused Camp

Age: 13-17

Focus: Posture correction, overall fitness, physical training

Full-Time: Half Day, 1pm–4pm, June 23 – July 25
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Price: 2,500rmb/week

Location: Xuhui

Additional Info: Three-stage training program, led by professionals with 10+ years of experience, targets posture improvement and fitness in a fun, engaging setting

Early Bird Discounts: 1,500rmb/week if registered before May 30

Led by a team of experienced professionals with over a decade of expertise, this all-in-one, three-stage training program is designed to help teens improve poor posture caused by academic stress and boost their overall fitness — all in a fun and engaging summer camp setting. Ready to help your child transform this summer? Sign up now!

Age: 4-12

Focus: Martial arts, multicultural education, physical and emotional development

Full-Time: Full Day 9am–12pm, July 28 – August 25,

Price:2,500rmb/week

Location: Xuhui

Additional Info: Certified by W.Y.F International Martial Arts Association. Taught in Spanish, English, and Chinese, Emphasis on strength, confidence, independence, and trilingual exposure

Early Bird Discounts: 1,500rmb/week if registered before May 30

Officially certified by the W.Y.F International Martial Arts Association and exclusively offered in China, this summer camp is designed to help children grow physically, socially, and emotionally. Through martial arts training and immersive multicultural education, kids will build strength, confidence, social skills, and independence. The program is taught in Spanish, English, and Chinese, creating a unique trilingual environment for natural language development. Give your child the chance to challenge themselves and experience a summer of growth, friendship, and unforgettable memories — sign up now!

Age: 6–12

Focus: STEAM education — chemistry, engineering, AI, space science, and more

Full-Time: Full Day,9:30am–3:00pm June 30 – August 8

Price: 6,000rmb/week

Location: Minhang

Additional Info:Unlimited, Inventors & Explorers, Time Trek, Hands-on projects: rocket building, forensic science, historical discovery, Fee includes lunch and materials (excludes transport/accommodation)

Early Bird Discounts: 600rmb off per week if registered before May 23

MAST STEAM Summer Camp offers exciting, hands-on learning adventures for kids aged 6–12, running 9:30–15:00 at Aegean Mall (Minhang District, Shanghai). Camp themes include Adventures Unlimited, Inventors & Explorers, and Time Trek, covering topics from chemistry and engineering to AI and space science. Each week features interactive STEAM projects like building rockets, exploring ancient civilizations, and experimenting with forensic science. Camp sessions are available across three periods from June 30 to August 15. Special opening price: 6,000rmb/person; early bird discount: 5,400rmb if registered before May 23. Fee includes lunch and materials (transportation/accommodation not included).

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Focus: Chess mastery, interdisciplinary enrichment (medicine, cooking, hip-hop, fitness)

Full-Time: Full Day from June 23 – August 15

Price:from 1,500rmb/week

Location: Pudong, Hongqiao, Jinqiao and BISS Puxi

Additional Info: Multiple themed options for different interests and learning styles, Options available at multiple campuses

Early Bird Discounts: Available (check above flyer for more details)

Join the 2025 Summer Chess Camps for an exciting 8-week journey from June 23 to August 15, combining strategy, creativity, and fun! Choose from weekly master chess classes (1,500–3,000rmb/week), Chess & Little Medical School camps mixing chess with cooking and outdoor challenges (5,600rmb/week), or Chess & Hip-Hop camps blending mental sharpness with dance and fitness (8,100rmb/week), with early bird discounts available. Camps are held across Hongqiao Gubei, DCS Pudong, and BISS Puxi locations — perfect for young learners ready to boost their skills this summer!

Age: 6–14

Focus: Performing arts (musical theatre, acting, singing, dancing, public speaking)
Full-Time: Full Day, 9am–3pm from June 23 to August 22
Price: 1,500rmb – 10,500rmb (varies by program and duration)
Location: Jing'an, Huangpu, Pudong

Additional Info: Young Performers (Taipei), Acting Bootcamp, Public Speaking Masterclass, Pop Stars Singing, SYT Pandas for younger kids

Early Bird Discounts: Available (scan the QR Code on the flyers for more details)

Spotlight Theatre School's 2025 Summer Workshops offer an exciting lineup of immersive programs across Shanghai and Taipei for children and teens aged 6–14, running from June to August. Highlights include the Young Performers Workshop at the Taipei Performing Arts Center (7th–8th June), where students dive into musical theatre through singing, dancing, and acting under the guidance of industry professionals, ending with a live performance. Other dynamic options include Public Speaking Masterclass, Acting Bootcamp, Pop Stars Singing Masterclass, and SYT Pandas for younger performers. With courses designed to boost confidence, creativity, and communication skills, Spotlight's workshops promise a transformative and fun-filled summer for aspiring performers.

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