High School Study Abroad in Shanghai, China

Advance your Mandarin in the fast-paced metropolis of Shanghai. Take your Mandarin to new heights with four weeks of language immersion in the largest city in China, Shanghai. After language classes, hit the city’s trendy and ancient streets to practice your language skills with locals. Stroll along the Huangpu River, where you can admire the diverse architectural styles that define the skyline of Shanghai. Wander among traditional Chinese temples, taste food from family-owned restaurants, and meet local teens. Enjoy traditional dance, sports, calligraphy workshops, and Chinese trivia nights. Living with a host family, you’ll grow your Mandarin language and cultural knowledge further as you prepare and share Chinese meals. On excursions, explore the water village of Zhujiajiao and travel to the ancient city of Hangzhou. Along with forging new friendships, you’ll rapidly improve your Mandarin skills in an authentic setting full of stunning scenery, historical sites, and multicultural influences.

By hosting our summer programs on a university campus, students are provided with a safe and quiet learning environment. By studying intensive courses with 20 classes per week, staying on campus or with our carefully selected host family, and participating in various cultural activities and trips, this program is intended to provide you a great chance to experience the "real China", and improve your Chinese language skills rapidly. With programs located in several different countries, LanguBridge Education Centre is one of the leading language education providers of Asian Languages in the world. State qualified instructors conduct the Chinese language courses, and we also provide airport pickup and visa/travel information to give you peace of mind during your travels. Our programs are renowned for the quality, affordability and homestay option.

Travel to China this summer for a full Mandarin immersion experience and a deeper understanding of China’s cultural and ecological diversity. Begin in Beijing, where you explore iconic sites like the Great Wall and learn Mandarin through hands-on workshops and daily interactions. Strengthen your language skills and build meaningful cross-cultural connections during a multi-day homestay with a local family. Then head west to Chengdu and the Tibetan Plateau to engage with conservation experts, park rangers, and farmers working to protect the region’s biodiversity. End your journey in Shanghai, a global hub of innovation, design, and cuisine. Return home with greater fluency, newfound confidence, and a broader perspective on China’s place in the world.

Step into the heart of China with this study tour, a dynamic journey designed to bring Chinese culture, language, academics, and daily life vividly to life. The program offers high school students a unique opportunity to experience China beyond the classroom, blending academic enrichment with cultural exploration and personal growth. Whether you're passionate about global cultures, curious about international education, or just eager to explore one of the world’s oldest civilizations, this immersive tour will expand your perspective and leave you with lasting memories. The program is available both in the summer and year-round. We offer a comprehensive package starting from just $1,890 USD and provide customized programs for groups.

Enjoy your summer Chinese language vacation in the largest city in China at the mouth of the Yangtze River. The city is a tourist destination renowned for its historical landmarks such as the Bund and City God Temple, its modern and ever-expanding Pudong skyline including the Oriental Pearl Tower, and its new reputation as a cosmopolitan center of culture and design. Today, Shanghai is the largest center of commerce and finance in mainland China, and has been described as the "showpiece" of the world's fastest-growing major economy. Located in the heart of the city off Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Shanghai's premier shopping street (over 3 miles long) this area attracts thousands of fashion-seeking shoppers from all over the world.

Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) offers a comprehensive and enriching Senior School program designed to nurture 21st-century learners. Our curriculum, divided into three stages, ensures that students are well-prepared for the international stage with a strong foundation in academics, creativity, and cultural sensitivity. Grades 7 & 8 students engage in the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (CLSP), fostering creativity and curiosity through a globally recognized curriculum. Moving into Grades 9 & 10, students undertake the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), developing critical skills such as creative thinking and problem-solving. In the final stage, Grades 11 & 12 students pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which provides balanced academic exposure and prepares them for university life.