Parents’ Guide
As a parent, you might be considering different aspects before choosing a summer camp for your child or teen — matters of safety, professionalism, as well as ‘fun to learning’ balance.
In this guide, we put together the reasons that might help you decide whether Chinese Winter Camp by That’s Mandarin is the right camp choice for you.
If you have more questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Why Choose Our Chinese Winter Camp for Your Kids
Chinese Winter Camp is a fun, safe and professional winter camp in China.
We guarantee a peace of mind for the parents and a fabulous time for the kids.
24/7 Support
Professional Staff
Our friendly teachers and staff are highly experienced in taking care of kids and working with teens, ensuring a safe place for all.
Dynamic Chinese lessons
We make lessons fun for our campers through various methods: cartoon classes, storytelling, role playing, games and more.
Unique Cultural Activities
Your kids will be involved in various cultural activities, and get a chance to practice the Chinese language in a real-life setting.
Vibrant School Life
Stories from Campers
Read the wonderful essays and stories our summer camp participants have written over the years, and see the Winter Camp through their eyes.
Katrina’s Camp Experience: A Chat Over Chinese Tea
Railey’s Camp Experience: My Impression Of The Great Wall
Matilda’s Camp Experience: A Day at Camp
Natalie’s Camp Experience: Visit to the Temple of Heaven
Take a Look at Our Previous Winter Camps
Chinese Lessons & Real-Life Practices
Chinese Cultural Events
Sightseeing Field Trips
Sports & Entertainment
How to Prepare Your Kids for Their Trip
Travel Preparation
Before traveling to China, check with your doctor to see if they recommend any vaccinations and pack any essential medications. Prepare suitable clothes for the weather conditions in China.
Health Insurance
We require all of our students to have a travel insurance, including health coverage, before arriving in China. Upon enrollment, we will require a proof of their travel/medical insurance.
Meals
Chinese and Western food options are available at Winter Camp. If your child has an allergy, please inform us before their camp start date and we will make the necessary arrangement.
Airport Pick-Up
We offer services like airport pick-up and drop-off, help with accommodation arrangement, visa application and other. If you need any other help, please feel free to contact our staff.
Accommodation
Full Camp students will stay in a modern, clean and comfortable hotel accommodation. We can also arrange accommodation for other camp students and their families on request.
Parents’ Testimonials
DARREN P. | Parent of a student
My sons were always eager to show me what they did in school. It was amazing just seeing them so happy and motivated to go to school every day.
MICHELLE W. | Parent of a student
This has been such a great experience! Our daughter had so much fun and she enjoyed all the activities and field trips. We would like to come back again next year.
AILEEN A. | Parent of a student
We decided to go to That’s Mandarin because we wanted a place where it would be a healthy environment. The teachers really showed a passion to teach.
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Beijing Camp
Join our Chinese Winter Camp in Beijing from November to January every year. Our camp programs include Chinese lessons, cultural activities and field trips to various Beijing attractions.
Shanghai Camp
Our Shanghai Winter Camp includes a variety of Chinese lessons, cultural activities and field trips to famous landmarks in Shanghai. Winter Camp runs from November to January annually.