China Study Trips for International Students

Customized Mandarin study trips for international schools, overseas Chinese institutions, and agencies. With full local support from start to finish.

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Italian school group posing in front of the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai

Quick Facts

Audience

Schools / institutions / agencies

Destinations

Shanghai / Beijing / Xi’an + more

Format

Customized study tour

Chinese Level

Any level

Ages

8 – 16

Focus

Mandarin + cultural immersion

Support

Local coordination

Min. Group Size

From 10 students

Why GoEast

A Local Education Team You Can Trust

Rooted in Chinese Language Education

Focused on international Mandarin education and student programs since 2012.

Shanghai-Based Local Team

On-the-ground execution and support team with deep knowledge of the city and student management.

Safety & Communication

Throughout Pre-trip risk assessments, full on-site support, and daily updates to schools and parents.

Cross-Border Experience

Partnered with schools and institutions from the US, Canada, Brazil, Italy, India, the UAE, and more.

Who It’s For

Built for Schools, Institutions & Agencies

Schools

GoEast Kids designs Mandarin learning and cultural immersion trips aligned with your curriculum, helping students build language skills and cross-cultural perspectives in real-world settings. Pre-trip risk assessments, parent communication materials, and daily student updates are included to support your school’s approval and planning process.

Curriculum-aligned

Learning outcomes

Safety & compliance

Chinese Language Institutions

GoEast Kids customizes courses and cultural experiences based on your curriculum and student levels, helping students apply what they’ve learned in an immersive setting. All programs are delivered by our local team — no need to source China-side resources on your own.

Curriculum extension

Leveled instruction

Local delivery

Travel Agencies & Study Tour Operators

GoEast Kids provides curriculum design and on-the-ground delivery, helping partners offer China trips with real educational depth. Partners handle recruitment and client services; GoEast Kids handles teaching, coordination, and student management — flexible to your budget and schedule.

Clear division of work

Flexible planning

Demonstrable outcomes

Trip Gallery

Real Trip Moments

From the classroom to the city, from Mandarin lessons to real-world conversations — see how students learn, explore, and grow during their time in China.

Learning Kung Fu moves firsthand

Exploring historic neighborhoods and chatting with locals

Cycling along the ancient Xi’an City Wall

Celebrating achievements at the closing ceremony

Discovering the art of Chinese tea

Boating on Hangzhou’s West Lake

Trying Chinese ink painting

Taking bullet train to Hangzhou

Having Mandarin Class

Visiting Pearl Tower

Trying on traditional Chinese Hanfu

Walking through Beijing’s traditional Hutong alleys

How it works

Customized to Your Needs

GoEast designs each study trip around your school’s needs, learning goals, schedule, and safety standards — every program is built from scratch.

Discover

We learn about your school type, student ages, group size, curriculum goals, timeline, and budget.

Design

We create a tailored itinerary with city routes, course content, cultural activities, and accommodation recommendations.

Prepare

We finalize course plans and safety arrangements, and provide ready-to-share program overviews and itinerary documents for parents.

Deliver

Our local team provides full on-the-ground support, including student management, daily updates, and post-trip learning outcome materials.

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Student Safety & Welfare

From pre-trip planning to on-the-ground delivery, GoEast supports schools with safety planning, on-site coordination, and emergency communication — with daily updates so schools and parents always know how students are doing.

Local Support Team

GoEast Kids’s Shanghai-based team is on-site throughout the trip, ready to handle any needs from students, teachers, or the school.

Pre-Trip Risk Assessment

Safety protocols and contingency plans are prepared in advance based on the destination, activities, and student ages.

Student Group Management

GoEast Kids assists with student grouping, check-ins, and activity coordination, supporting group leaders on the ground.

Emergency Contact Protocol

A clear communication channel is established between the school, group leaders, parents, and GoEast Kids’s local team.

Daily Updates for Parents

Parents receive photos, activity summaries, and daily feedback to stay informed on their child’s trip and well-being.

Flexible Problem Response

If a student feels unwell or any unexpected situation arises, the local team coordinates with the school to respond promptly.

Real Partner Stories

Real collaboration projects from schools and institutions across different countries.

Italian school group graduation ceremony with teachers holding certificates at GoEast Kids

Two Secondary Schools in Genoa

Italy · 2025

background

Two secondary schools in Genoa, Italy, sought a program combining Mandarin learning and cultural immersion for their 14–17-year-old students, enabling them to develop real-world Chinese communication skills and broaden their cross-cultural perspectives.

GoEast Kids Solution

We designed a two-week study tour for 19 students, with Mandarin classes each morning and cultural activities each afternoon. The curriculum incorporated the 5C framework, using scenario-based, task-based, and thematic teaching methods with differentiated instruction. Cultural activities emphasized hands-on experience, helping students build language proficiency and cultural understanding simultaneously.

Result

Students showed a clear increase in willingness to speak Chinese and confidence in cross-cultural communication. Some students continued using Mandarin in daily life after returning home. The program received positive feedback from both schools and parents.

“He returned home excited, confident, and full of stories. As parents, we felt reassured and deeply grateful.”

— Diego’s mother, Italy

OiChina

Brazil · 2025

background

OiChina is a leading Mandarin education platform for Portuguese speakers in Brazil with 20 years of experience. The institution wanted to give its 10–16-year-old students a chance to practice Chinese in real-life settings in China, turning classroom knowledge into real communication skills.

GoEast Kids Solution

We designed a one-week immersive study program, running daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with Mandarin classes in the morning and cultural experience sessions in the afternoon. The team included one Chinese language teacher, one cultural program teacher, and one teaching assistant, helping students use Chinese in authentic, everyday situations.

Result

The program received strong recognition from OiChina. Students showed a noticeable increase in confidence when using Chinese in real contexts. OiChina has confirmed continued collaboration with GoEast Kids for 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups are suitable for a China school trip?

Our programs are designed for students aged 8–16, covering upper primary through high school. Activities, course content, and trip intensity are adjusted by age group. Both international schools and overseas school groups are welcome.

Do students need prior Chinese language experience to join?

No. GoEast Kids welcomes students with no Chinese background. Courses are designed for different proficiency levels, so whether students are complete beginners or already have some Chinese foundation, they can join Mandarin classes and cultural activities suited to their level.

Can school trips be customized to match our curriculum?

Yes. GoEast Kids designs each trip based on your school’s curriculum goals, student ages, and learning needs — we do not offer fixed packages. Mandarin lessons and cultural activities can be aligned with your existing teaching plan or designed as a standalone program.

What destinations are available for school study trips in China?

We offer study trip routes covering China’s major educational and cultural cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Chengdu, and Xi’an. Single-city or multi-city itineraries can be designed based on your school’s needs.

What group sizes can GoEast Kids accommodate for school trips?

We typically work with groups of 10–50 students, with a minimum of 10 to start a program. Larger groups can be divided into smaller units based on the school’s needs to maintain teaching quality and activity management.

How does GoEast Kids ensure student safety during school trips?

GoEast Kids conducts a risk assessment before each trip. Once on the ground, our local team provides full safety management, including accommodation and transport safety checks, classroom and activity supervision, and real-time updates to schools and parents on student well-being.

Can GoEast Kids help schools communicate with parents about the trip?

Yes. GoEast Kids provides ready-to-share program overviews and itinerary documents for parents, and helps schools prepare pre-trip briefing materials. During the trip, parents receive daily photos and activity updates on their child’s experience.

What is included in GoEast Kids’s school trip proposal?

Each proposal includes a customized itinerary, Mandarin and cultural course plans, an activity schedule, accommodation and transport details, a safety plan, pricing breakdown, and an outline of GoEast Kids’s support during program delivery — giving schools a complete picture of the project.

How is pricing calculated for a school study trip?

Pricing is based on trip duration, destination, accommodation standard, course content, and group size. GoEast Kids provides a detailed, transparent quote so schools can see exactly what each cost covers before confirming. If you need a preliminary budget range, feel free to contact us.

How far in advance should schools plan a study trip to China?

We recommend contacting us at least 3–6 months before your planned travel dates to allow time for curriculum planning, itinerary design, school approvals, and visa arrangements. If this is your school’s first time organizing a study trip to China, we suggest starting the conversation even earlier.

Plan Your School Trip to China

Tell us about your school, student ages, and preferred dates — our team will follow up within 24 hours to discuss your needs and next steps.