full-immersion “family abroad” programs in Asia begins summer 2026!

SIGN UP FOR spring Camp: March 30 - April 3, 2026!

⏰ Time: Drop-off between 8:30–9:00 AM, Pick-up 4:00–4:30 PM
📍 Locations: Winter, Weather, and Water at Ice in Paradise and Girsh Park

Give your children (ages 4-12) the gift of language and culture at Santa Barbara Chinese School’s language Immersion Camps! Designed for students eager to explore Mandarin in a fun, engaging, and immersive environment, this exclusive camp caters to ~17 students total, offering an average student-to-teacher ratio of no more than 5 : 1 —ensuring a personalized and enriching experience.

The SB Chinese School Advantage:

✔ Small Class Sizes: 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio for focused learning.

✔ Specialized Curriculum: Site-specific Mandarin language learning material.

✔ Catered Lunch: provided by various Chinese restaurants around town

✔ Asian Snacks: Treats and snacks from around Asia are introduced daily.

✔ All Materials & Supplies: Books, board games, Chinese Calligraphy materials (Brush, ink, xuan paper, practice sheets), lesson plans, character writing sheets, everything your child needs for engaging activities.

✔ Admissions/rental/access fees: To the campus, its playgrounds, and the Ice skating rink are all included, based on which sites you choose!

✔ Chinese School T-Shirt (not applicable to closed-campus environments): A fun & educational keepsake to wear with pride,

✔ P.E. & Afternoon care: When most places charge extra for this period, our tuition is all-inclusive, and we use this time to offer enrichment classes like Chinese Calligraphy, gardening, Chinese board games, and playtime either outdoors or on the ice!

✔ Performance on the last day! An opportunity for our students to practice stage presence, build confidence, and share what they’ve learned throughout the week with their loved ones before pick-up.

LEARN MORE & REGISTER NOW! 1st 5 applicants automatically receives EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!


for PREVIOUS spring & Summer camp Attendees

Check out these highlights from Spring Camp 2025 & Summer Camp 2025! Turn on slideshow mode and play some Chinese songs in the backdrop for your own enjoyment. ;)

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Every site we partner with comes with its own set of learning themes that inspire very specific vocabulary. With our focused curriculum and specialized instruction, this camp provides a structured, full-day schedule that balances learning with outdoor play and cultural experiences—ideal for busy parents seeking a meaningful spring break option. Space is limited—early enrollment encouraged!

santa barbara-based CAMP POLICY

  • TUITION 学费: $430 for the first 8 applicants, then $455 thereafter for 5 full-day sessions from 8:30am to 4:30pm, paid in full during enrollment period. 前 8 名申请者费用为 430 美元，之后 5 个全天课程从上午 8:30 到下午 4:30 的费用为 455 美元，报名期间全额付款。

  • DISCOUNTS 折扣机会:

    • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: $20-30 OFF for 1st 8 applicants. 早鸟折扣：前 8 名申请者可享受 20-30 美元优惠。

    • Siblings receive a 7% discount..use discount code: SIBLING at check-out. 同时在SBCS选课的兄弟姐妹用“SIBLING”折扣代码获得 7% 折扣。

  • MEDICAL RELEASE, MEDIA RELEASE, AND LIABILITY WAIVER: All students/guardians are to sign this mandatory waiver before attending our class. 请所有学生及监护人在上课前签署这份必填的医疗授权书、媒体使用同意书以及责任免责声明。谢谢您的配合！

  • Consistent attendance is mandatory and necessary for students to maintain progress. Attendance is a strong consideration when placing students for the next school year. Students/families must notify in advance of any class that will be missed. Absences are at the discretion of the students and their respective family members. Missed classes are non-refundable. 持续出勤是学生保持进步的必要条件。出勤率是安排学生进入下一学年的重要考虑因素。学生/家长必须提前通知缺课情况。缺课由学生及其各自的家庭成员自行决定。缺课不予退款。

  • Students must be potty-trained and have basic communication skills in order to attend our in-person classes. Our youngest students tend to be at least 4 years of age. 学生必须如厕并具备基本的沟通技巧才能参加我们的线下课程。我们最小的学生通常至少 4 岁。

  • REFUND POLICY 退款政策: Withdrawals two weeks prior to the start of class can be refunded, less a $50 administrative fee to cover the cost of registration services. Out of consideration for those who have committed to showing up 100% of the time, withdrawals, sick leave, and other missed classes after registration closes are not refundable. 开课前两周退学可退款，但需扣除 50 美元的管理费以支付注册服务费用。于对已承诺全程出席的学生及教师的考虑，注册结束后的退课、病假和其他错过的课程费用均不予退款。