Program Reviews

My experience as an au-pair in Shanghai has truly been one of a kind! The family, culture, food, city, friends, Mandarin classes, new lifestyle...... everything was amazing. While it took some time to get used to this new life in one of the biggest cities in the world, the experience was completely worth it. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have lived with such welcoming host family, tutor adorable kids English and be like a bigger sister to them, while also being able to learn Mandarin, explore Shanghai and meet so many amazing people here! For those who are looking for immersion in Chinese culture, working as an English educator, building meaningful connections and making precious memories - Au-pair program in China with Wanderlust Exchange might just be what you are looking for.

My adventure in Shanghai is about to end soon and I am sad I’ll have to leave. I have been working with one of the most loving and caring family I have ever met. Since day one, I have been treated like a family member and this made my experience very special. I am taking care of two adorable little girls with which I created a genuine and unique special bond: they are like my sisters now. I love spending time with them both when it comes to playing or studying. The parents are also very kind to me and always made their best to make me feel home. I will definitely stay in touch with them and visit them in the future. This was a once in a lifetime adventure that I will always remember. A huge thank you to Wanderlust Exchange for making it happen. ❤️

If you’re seeking to discover China through the perspective of a local and enjoy looking after children, this is the programme for you! The programme gives you a unique insight into China, immersing you in all aspects: the language via daily language classes, food and the culture. Not only this, but you get to see the child(ren) you look after and teach develop their English abilities!

I can’t recommend more the programme: the three months I spent in Beijing was truly one of the best times of my life. It was stimulating and jam packed with new experiences: from trips to Shanghai and Datong to trying all the different regional hotpots! So much so that I’ve already got my next trip to China planned!

My experience of being an Au Pair in Hangzhou was fantastic. I stayed here for 3 Months which was too short, I'd like to continue my great life here in China. The family was really nice and I quickly had a great connection with the Au Pair kid. Teaching him English and how to play tennis was an unique experience which I wouldn't have liked to miss. In my freetime I got around in the province Zhejiang which has wonderful cities like Shaoxing, Ningbo, Shanghai and of course Hangzhou with the pretty West Lake. Although there weren't many Au Pairs in my area I quickly got to know foreigners from the Chinese class and some soccer groups. My Chinese improved a lot in those 3 Months even though I was talking mostly in English to the Au Pair kid because his English was already on a high level. The family offered me to always come back to China and made me receive this unforgettable stay! I recommend this to anyone who wants to have a new life in an Asian country and wants to have an special period of life in his/her CV.

I had an incredible experience with the au pair agency. The support I received throughout the entire process was truly exceptional. From the moment I signed up, the staff was incredibly helpful and attentive to my needs. They guided me through the application, interview, and matching process with patience and understanding. The agency's team went above and beyond to address any concerns I had, making sure I felt completely prepared for my new adventure as an au pair. Their genuine kindness and approachability made me feel like part of a caring community. Their attention to detail really put my mind at ease and allowed me to focus on forming meaningful connections with my host family. I'm so grateful for the support I received from the agency. If you're looking for an au pair agency that truly cares about your experience, I wholeheartedly recommend them.

I had an incredible experience with the au pair agency. The support I received throughout the entire process was truly exceptional. From the moment I signed up, the staff was incredibly helpful and attentive to my needs. They guided me through the application, interview, and matching process with patience and understanding. The agency's team went above and beyond to address any concerns I had, making sure I felt completely prepared for my new adventure as an au pair. Their genuine kindness and approachability made me feel like part of a caring community. One of the things that stood out the most was the emphasis on safety. The agency took extensive measures to ensure my well-being, providing comprehensive information and resources. This attention to detail really put my mind at ease and allowed me to focus on forming meaningful connections with my host family. I'm so grateful for the support I received from the agency. If you're looking for an au pair agency that truly cares about your experience, I wholeheartedly recommend them.

on july 2023 i got an opportunity ti be an aupair in china with wonderlust organization. i am an international student in china and i wanted to utilize my summer break and decided to be an aupair.

It is my first time being an Au pair and wonderlust organization did a great job ,I love how informative and accommodating they were to me,i appreciated them giving us orentation . It opened my eyes to what to expect and it gave me a professional view of how to conduct myself with the family. they gave me crucial information, especially about cultural differences. it helped me a lot to prepare myself mentally and gave me a little bit of a glimpse of what to expect.

Living as an au pair, I had the chance Immersing myself in Chinese culture and having the opportunity to live like the Chinese people, I feel blessed. I got to eat things I never knew were edible like bamboo shoots when I opened my eye wide enough, I saw new ways to make friends, I saw how people work hard and sacrifice for their families, I saw how the Chinese government brought people out of poverty, I got a thriving entrepreneurial spirit and a new way of appreciating the world.

the programme fullfilled my expectation and even more.

I was excited to move to shanghai, I was paired with a good family. They gave me my own apartment(which is rare,I still live in it). The family was really shy at first because their english is not so good,but the little boy was really good at speaking nglish so he often translated between me and his mom.

We had our own lessons on Saturdays just the women, while the boys went out to play or toy shopping.We had some fun days inside, but due to the pandemic we often stay inside and play with legos and Elsa with his younger sister all day.I mostly have the whole family eating vegan during the week because I don't eat meat, but its random occasions that they will eat no meat. But they enjoy the no meat because they want to be more healthier so I was glad I could leave them with a piece of who I am. We've finally completed all of his english books before I left the family. I check on the kids often they are always sad to see me leave, they sometimes cry, so I check on them as much as I can after work.

It was nice being with this family.

My year in China was an experience I'll never forget. It was an adventure in every sense. I spent my time across three incredible cities: Shanghai, Beijing, and Chongqing. Wanderlust's staff was kind and helpful every step of the way. They provided support with almost every type of issue that arose, be it visa issues, language barriers, or culture shock. They went above and beyond, not just in a professional capacity but also in providing comfort and a listening ear when situations got tricky. Coming to China wasn't an easy decision to make, but now that I've been here for a year I can successfully say that it's been one of the most enriching ones I've made. The amount of personal growth I've seen in the past year is unparalleled. I am so grateful to Wanderlust for being a part of this journey. It was a real pleasure working with them and getting a chance to explore this awe-inspiring culture.

To be honest it’s very difficult to move to a different country but I felt at home with my second family, they were always nice and caring, and took care of me.

I also fell in love with Shanghai, is a cosmopolitan city and it’s very different in day and night. The good thing about Shanghai is that in winter is not as cold as other cities, but the bad thing is the weather in summer, because is very hot.

Learning Chinese is very challenging but unfortunately there aren’t a lot of people who speaks English.