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UK a favorite place for China’s summer students

Parents sending their offspring to Europe again after COVID hiatus, looking for safety, academic outcomes, and future value

By Wang Mingjie in London | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-08-22 23:54
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Students create a star shape with their hands to symbolize unity across different cultural backgrounds. [Photo provided to China Daily]

Chinese students are once again filling the halls of British boarding schools and university campuses this summer, as families across China re-embrace UK summer camps — but with a mindset that's markedly different from before the pandemic.

Once seen as a cultural "bonus" or language immersion experiment, these short-term overseas programs are now carefully selected, strategic investments. Parents are prioritizing safety, academic outcomes, and future value, reflecting a broader shift in how Chinese families approach international education. While the United States once dominated the summer camp landscape, concerns over visa restrictions and rising geopolitical tensions have driven many families to turn toward Britain — a destination increasingly viewed as stable, prestigious, and practical.

"Last year, a parent asked me 'if participating in a UK study abroad program would be helpful for applying to foreign schools in the future'," said Liu Deqiang, founder of Ardmoor Education Technology in Shanghai. "In the past, students were more concerned about cultural experiences and language environments, but now academic depth has become the primary goal."

Since 2017, Liu's company has been bringing Chinese students to the UK for summer programs, working with public and private schools in Shanghai. "The school will set goals for the summer camp program and what they hope students can gain from it," Liu explained. "They propose learning objectives, we design and deliver customized summer camp programs."

Following a pandemic-induced hiatus, Liu expects strong growths ahead. "I foresee a significant increase in Chinese students choosing UK summer programs in the coming years," he said.

"Family decision-making is more cautious, shifting from 'worth trying' to 'must be effective', with traditional tourism projects giving way to hardcore content such as financial simulations and scientific research practices," Liu added. "It is worth noting that the demand for STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) projects has surged by 120 percent year-on-year."

The broader trend is also evident at UK-based institutions. "We've seen a marked increase in summer camp groups from China after the pandemic," said Michelle Mi, managing director of UK Education Insight, a Leicester-based educational consultancy. "It's driven by pent-up demand, rising household spending power, and a growing recognition among Chinese parents that these camps help build global competencies."

Her organization continues to recruit students through Chinese partners, schools, and education agencies — and demand has not only recovered, but evolved. This year, her team is running two camps — a LAMDA (The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art)-themed public speaking program and a group organized in collaboration with Qingdao Yinhai School, in Shandong province.

A group of Chinese students gather for a photo near Oxford’s iconic Bridge of Sighs and take in both the heritage and academic atmosphere of the historic university. [Photo provided to China Daily]

"UK camps now blend safety, prestige, and measurable outcomes — transitioning from 'fun experiences' to 'strategic stepping stones' for long-term UK education," she said. "Our camps offer measurable value, like speech competition seeding or portfolio enhancement for UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) applications. They're no longer just fun — they're functional."

Darrell Barnes, brand development director at Malvern College International, shared a similar observation. "Language and leadership are definite draws, especially programs like our Harvard Learn with Leaders initiative," he said. "Cultural exposure is less of a priority — the Chinese students tend to mix less than some other nationalities — but academic-based activities keep them motivated."

Chinese students have long looked to both the UK and the US for short-term and long-term study opportunities, but the post-pandemic landscape has shifted.

"The summer camps in the UK and the US have always been favored by Chinese families," said Liu. "But visa restrictions and broader geopolitical tensions have directly prompted families who originally planned to go to the US to turn to the UK."

The UK's "moderate diplomatic stance" and historical ties with China have helped reassure families, Liu explained. "It's seen as a 'safer, zero political interference' alternative."

Mi noted that short-term UK programs have gained traction "due to visa stability, perceived safety, and reciprocal cultural initiatives". She added that while some demand may return to the US if restrictions ease, the UK currently enjoys a clear advantage.

For some families, the decision is driven by personal criteria. "When making this decision, safety and the local political environment were my top priorities, as they are directly related to my child's well-being. This must come first," said Xiang Siqi, a parent from Changsha, Hunan province. "For this reason, I tend to choose programs in developed countries and regions, which are generally more secure in these aspects."

She said: "The main reason to send my child to a summer program in the UK is to encourage them to step out of their familiar environment and experience different cultures and lifestyles. This will help broaden their international perspective and gradually develop independence through interacting with peers from other countries and handling daily matters on their own."

Chinese students take part in a geography workshop during a UK summer program and learn about the country with guidance from a local teacher. [Photo provided to China Daily]

A different kind of summer

For students, the experience often leaves a lasting impression. Huang Bingjingyi, a high schooler from Changsha, said she joined a UK summer program out of a passion for English — and Sherlock Holmes. "I wanted to see where Sherlock Holmes came from," she said. "But I also knew English in England is the purest."

In class, Huang was placed with international peers and encouraged to speak and collaborate. "At first, I didn't understand everything. But by watching people's expressions and using context, I figured it out," she said.

Huang added the teaching style — involving demonstration, discussion, and creative output — was very different from her Chinese school, and something she thoroughly enjoyed. "Compared with schools in China, there were fewer textbook classes and more hands-on activities. It made me more confident, and I even made foreign friends."

Though she struggled with homesickness and physical discomfort in the early days, she described the overall experience as transformative. "It planted a seed for me to study abroad," she added.

Susan Fang, founder of educational consultancy OxBridge Holdings, noted that multiple factors are behind the UK's appeal. "Many UK schools now let international students join just before term ends, sitting in actual lessons and joining in with British pupils. For Chinese parents, this feels more 'authentic'."

While the US once held a strong lead in tech- and sport-heavy camps, Fang said UK programs tend to appeal through structure, safety, and a focus on arts and humanities. "There's also a much stronger emphasis on structure. The UK takes safeguarding minors seriously… which suits the Chinese preference for linear, structured education."

Julian Fisher, senior partner at Venture Education in Beijing, echoed this trend: "Now that students aren't studying English after school in China, many families see the summer as a golden opportunity to get full immersion. And, generally, the best place to do that is overseas in an English-speaking country."

"China is going global," he said. "Operating comfortably overseas in future is going to be a huge advantage for employability."

He added that the UK's diplomatic tone is helping, too. "David Lammy (foreign secretary) and Rachel Reeves (the chancellor) have visited China … Combined this with a long history of Chinese students travelling to the UK, this makes parents feel very confident in their decision."

Liu offered a measured forecast. "Currently, the interest of UK summer camps among Chinese families will continue. But the increase of interest in UK summer camps after COVID is primarily a short-term reaction to US policy and geopolitical risks," he said. "However, it has the potential to evolve into a long-term preference if the UK capitalizes on its cultural and academic strengths."

For Mi, the numbers already speak volumes. "According to the BCG 2024 Education Consumption Report, Chinese families' trust in UK education has surpassed Canada. And 83 percent of them said they'd choose the UK again."

As Chinese families become more discerning about how and where their children learn abroad, the UK's blend of prestige, structure, and safety may just make it not only the right choice for today — but the preferred destination for years to come.

Chinese summer camp students go horseback riding at Buckswood School in East Sussex under the guidance of a professional equestrian coach. [Photo provided to China Daily]

Contact the writer at wangmingjie@mail.chinadailyuk.com

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