Program Reviews

We are Chinese living in Italy, and both my daughter and son participated in the RISH Chinese Summer Camp organized in Shanghai this year. Firstly, regarding the accommodation, it should be the best-equipped summer camp my children have ever attended. They stayed in a closed campus, which eliminated many safety risks. Secondly, the camp's meals were also diverse, featuring options like self-service restaurants and specialty eateries offering items such as xiaolongbao, dumplings, beef noodles, and various Chinese stir-fried dishes. Since my children are accustomed to Chinese cuisine, they really enjoyed the school's dining facilities. In addition, there were also familiar options like bugers and pizza, providing a variety of choices when they wanted a change from Chinese food.
During their outings, they even got to taste delicacies like Peking duck, hot pot, and Shanghai xiaolongbao. For kids who haven't been to China in four years, enjoying these authentic dishes made them very happy.
As for Chinese language learning, I am particularly concerned. My daughter's listening and speaking skills are already very good, but she needs to practice reading and writing. On the other hand, my younger son lags a bit behind in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, so they were placed in different classes. The teachers at RISH provided targeted reinforcement for their weaknesses, both in class and through homework. After three weeks of learning, there was a noticeable improvement in their language proficiency. During this period, they also made many new friends, which pleased me a lot.
This summer camp is truly excellent, not only in terms of rich content but also as a fantastic platform for children to meet peers from around the world. It broadens their horizons and experiences. I am very grateful for RISH's Chinese Summer Camp.

RISH Chinese Summer Camp exceeded our expectations in every way. It provided an outstanding experience for our 15-year-old daughter at a fully supervised and enclosed camp on university campus. It not only enhanced her Chinese proficiency but also fostered independence and global connections with peers. The carefully crafted daily itinerary, blending Chinese language classes, cultural studies, and exciting field trips , showcased the camp's commitment to a holistic learning experience.
Our daughter returned with newfound friends, exciting memories, a keen interest in learning Chinese and a broader understanding of Chinese culture. RISH truly stands out as as an exceptional platform solving significant challenges for us as Chinese-origin parents abroad. Highly recommended for an unforgettable and educational summer experience in China!

In 2023, my daughter participated in the RISH Chinese Summer Camp. One morning, after having breakfast, she realized that she had left an item worth $5000 in the dining hall. It wasn't until the afternoon that she discovered the item was missing. She immediately informed the lead counselor at RISH about the situation.

At that time all items from the breakfast table had already been disposed of in the garbage. Without hesitation, the RISH staff went to the garbage room for a thorough search. After several hours of careful search, they successfully located the item and returned it to my daughter.

Upon hearing my daughter's account, I was deeply moved. I must commend the teachers at RISH for their extraordinary dedication and responsibility towards the students in the summer camp. Their commitment ensured a positive resolution to the situation, and I believe that if this had happened elsewhere, the item might never have been found. I want to express my sincere thanks to the RISH summer camp team for organizing such an excellent Chinese summer camp!

If you are coming to China for the first time, I absolutely recommend RISH Chinese Summer Camp. Their campsite is inside an university campus, so there is no worry about personal safety. The campus hotel is nicely decorated. It belongs to the university so there are no guests from outside the campus like in public hotels. Camp counselors are very friendly and helpful. During the whole camp they are always with the students, assisting us with various issues.
Concerning Chinese language learning, RISH has developed specialized summer camp materials and methods tailored for students of different proficiency levels. The Chinese teachers at RISH have extensive teaching experience. Personally, after three weeks of learning, my proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing has improved significantly. I was preparing for the HSK3 exam, and through the intensive learning during the summer camp, I feel much more confident now. Thank you to the teachers at RISH!"

Our 14 year-old son joined RISH summer camp in Shanghai for a delightful three weeks in July 2023. I am very satisfied with RISH's daily itinerary. They typically have three hours of Chinese class in the morning. After lunch and a break, the afternoon consists of themed Chinese cultural classes, covering subjects such as Chinese history, calligraphy, folk customs, dyeing art, traditional Chinese games, specially designed intensive courses for the HSK exam. In addition to the school-based learning, they also incorporate outings into the schedule. My son visited the Bund in Shanghai, took a cruise on the Huangpu River, ascended the Jinmao Tower for a panoramic view of Shanghai, explored Nanjing Road pedestrian street, visited the Chenghuang Temple market, and toured museums in Shanghai. He also had the chance to savor authentic Shanghai soup dumplings, Beijing roast duck, hot pot, and other characteristic Chinese cuisines. After finishing the academic part of the camp, he went on to explore the beautiful cities of Hangzhou and Suzhou. I have to say that their itinerary is unique, and the content is incredibly rich and exciting. If you want your child to spend 2-3 weeks experiencing China and Chinese culture, RISH is definitely the right choice. Thanks to RISH for organizing such a fantastic summer camp!

Our family is Chinese origin residing in the United States. Due to COVID-19, it's been nearly five years since we last visited China. With China reopening, we are eager to return. Through online searches, I discovered RISH Chinese Summer Camp. This full-boarding camp is fully supervised, fully enclosed, and located on a university campus. It's a perfect fit for my 16-year-old daughter, allowing her to enhance her Chinese proficiency, develop independence, and engage with peers from around the world while having fun. This is especially appealing since, at her age, she prefers spending time with kids her own age without parental supervision. Sending her to the summer camp also grants to me and my husband the freedom to travel and explore various parts of China during her stay!
Upon her return, my daughter excitedly shared how happy she was at the camp. Many other young people of Chinese descent from around the world attended, and she quickly bonded with them. She made friends with many Chinese teens from Europe and is already planning to visit them in Europe next summer. I am truly grateful to RISH for providing such a fantastic platform, solving significant challenges for us, Chinese parents abroad.

Our daughter was adopted from China, and we have always placed great emphasis on her learning of Chinese language and Chinese culture. Through a friend's recommendation, we learned about RISH, which offers a full-time, fully immersed Chinese summer camp. It provides an opportunity to learn Chinese, as well as excursions in iconic tourist cities like Shanghai and Hangzhou. It also allows children from around the world who are interested in Chinese language to learn and live together, which we believed would be a valuable experience for our daughter.
Initially, we planned to send her to the RISH summer camp in 2020, but due to COVID-19, we postponed the plan for three years. As soon as RISH had resumed its summer camp in 2023, we immediately enrolled our daughter.
During the camp the counselors sent me photos of my child's learning and outdoor activities every day. They responded promptly to any questions I had, regardless of the time difference, which had deeply touched me.
My daughter has participated in many summer camps in other countries, and I believe RISH is the best one she has experienced so far. I think if you are interested in China, you can participate in RISH without worrying about your Chinese proficiency. Once again, thanks to RISH summer camp!

My son visited China for the first time, with zero Chinese language skills and not very proficient in English. Despite this, he had a strong desire to explore China. As I couldn't accompany him, I researched various Chinese summer camps on internet for him. In the end, we chose RISH, and it turned out to be a bright decision.
The staff at RISH, learning that my son was a first-time visitor to China, provided detailed information about the whole process, from airport pickup to drop-off after the camp, every step explained in detail.
The RISH staff consists of camp leaders, daily camp life coordinators, and Chinese teachers dedicated to students' everyday activities. These staff members stay with the students throughout the camp, ensuring that any issues can be promptly addressed.
I am grateful to the teachers at RISH for providing my son with a perfect journey in China. He made good friends with children from other countries and returned home with great joy, sharing stories of his adventures in China every day. I heard that RISH is planning a tour to Beijing next year, and my son is already eagerly preparing to participate again.

This summer camp really helped me improving Chinese in a better way, all thanks to the super helpful staff and teachers. Even though it was my first time coming to China, they made me feeling safe and comfortable whenever I needed any help.
They explained all the activities and trips so well that I learned a ton about daily life there. It also boosted my Chinese skills, and now I'm excited to learn even more. The courses are useful and interesting. I'll definitely be back to make more friends and keep on learning Chinese.

We want to express our appreciation to the instructors and staff at RISH for providing an exceptional experience for our daughter during the Chinese Summer Camp. She is 10 years old and she participated in the full camp for three weeks in 2023. She grew up in a German, English and Chinese speaking family but before entering in this program, she had minimal exposure to the Chinese language. However, after completing the three-week camp, she acquired a fundamental grasp of Chinese for daily life and routines. She was also more confident in actively reponding to inquiries and requests in Chinese. We also found the school environment to be comfortable and inviting. All the staff are nice, friendly, and polite. We are considering about enrolling both our daughter and younger son in the same camp next summer!