A Deep Connection with the Real World in the Mountains and Fields

2026-04-24

When screens dominate children’s attention, and textbooks become their only window to the world, we have to ask: What kind of growth can a child truly achieve this summer?

In 2026, the Wellington Residential Summer Camp will be fully upgraded. This time, we will lead children beyond the classroom, into mountains and fields. They will measure the land with their own feet, touch nature with their own hands, and forge a deep connection with the real world.

The concrete and steel of the city provide a comfortable life, yet they also build invisible walls between children and nature. Research shows that children who spend time in nature are more creative, resilient, and empathetic. Mountains and fields are not just scenery – they are a school without walls:

In the mountains, children learn reverence and the spirit of exploration.
In the fields, they understand cultivation and harvest.
Under the stars, they feel both their smallness and the vastness of the universe.

The 2026 Wellington Residential Summer Camp is precisely such a gift: an opportunity for a deep dialogue with the real world.

This summer camp is for children aged 8–15 and is offered in three sessions:

Dates & Terms

Term 1: July 5 (Sunday) – July 10 (Friday), 2026

Term 2: July 12 (Sunday) – July 17 (Friday), 2026

Term 3: July 19 (Sunday) – July 24 (Friday), 2026

Fees：

Early Bird price (before May 15th)

9,000.00 RMB/term (1 week). Price includes upgraded camp package, three meals, accommodation, and round-trip school bus service

Normal price

9,500.00 RMB/term (1 week), Price includes upgraded camp package, three meals, accommodation, and round-trip school bus service

Introduction fee

500 RMB discount for any Academy course in the next term when successfully introducing (sign up/payment done) a new student to the Summer Camp. (Only two deductions are allowed)

Most outdoor adventures will be led by our trusted partner, Leying, to ensure thrilling, safe experiences. Meanwhile, academic programs will carry the distinguished Wellington signature, featuring expert educators from Wellington College Tianjin and our sister schools in Shanghai.

Meet Our Outstanding Teachers Below!

Teacher’s Introduction

Theresa (Term 1)

Theresa has been teaching History and Politics for more than 20 years. She started her teaching career in Scotland in 2001. after achieving an undergraduate degree in History and Politics. and a PGCSE in Education. She is currently working on a Master's in Inclusive Educational Practice at Aberdeen University.

She moved to Ethiopia in 2005 and was Head of the Social Studies Department and CAE Exams Officer at a prestigious school there until deciding to start a new adventure with her family in Tianjin at Wellington College. Theresa thrives on helping her students grow into thoughtful people. independent thinkers who can express their views with poise. She enjoys the community and learning opportunities that come with teaching in international schools.

Meghan (Term 2)

Meghan studied a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering at Coleg y Cymoedd in South Wales, with a focus on Engineering design and the design aspects behind aerospace.

She then went on to graduate from Cardiff School of Art and Design (Cardiff Metropolitan University) with a Bachelor of Science in Product Design, where she focused on designing for manufacture, and she then completed my PGCE with QTS at Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Her passion for teaching is to provide equal learning opportunities for all learners by equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to develop strong design ideas. Meghan’s hobbies are travelling and walking.

Jacob (Term 2)

Jacob currently serves as Head of Wellington Extra at Wellington College International Shanghai, where he leads and manages a diverse team of over 25 external and internal vendors delivering an extensive co-curricular programme. He is an experienced Physical Education teacher and middle leader with four years of teaching experience, following a successful 16-year career in design and marketing.

As a Physical Education specialist, he is confident in teaching a wide range of sports and physical activities. Jacob, originally from the United Kingdom, has lived and worked in Shanghai for the past six years. This international experience has strengthened his cultural awareness and adaptability, enabling him to contribute positively to a diverse school community and support students from diverse backgrounds.

Dr.Sunet (Term 3)

She came to China in 2019 to teach children of varying ages in Lianyungang, Jiangsu. In 2021, she joined a bilingual school in Tianjin, where she taught science to senior students.

Furthermore, she has recently been awarded a PhD project in Microbiology from Rhodes University in South Africa. As a postgraduate student, she tutored many students across various scientific fields while working on projects in Mycorrhizal research, Lipidomics, and Antarctic Ecology.

Scotty (Term1&3)

Scotty graduated from the University of Auckland in 2016 with a degree in pop music performance, then pursued a career in early childhood teaching in New Zealand.

After working as a teacher in New Zealand and Australia, he became a music teacher at Hiba Academy Shanghai Nursery in 2021. He leads nursery-wide performances (CNY, Book Week, Summer Showcase), teaches music/drama, and directs events. Outside work, he’s a songwriter, band singer, and plays football for Hiba’s staff-parents team. Having taught at Tianjin’s Summer Camp last year, he’s excited to return this summer for music, drama, and sports!

This summer, instead of letting your child finish yet another vacation in an air-conditioned room, send them to the mountains and fields:

to run, to sweat, to get their hands dirty, to gaze at the stars.

to experience the vastness and richness of the real world, and to discover their own deep connection with all living things.

2026 Wellington Residential Summer Camp, the mountains are ready; the fields are lush, waiting only for your child to write their own summer legend.

Limited Places—Apply Now!

Early Bird places at RMB 9,000 per term are available for a limited time and will close once filled. Scan the QR code below to enquire and register.

022 8758 7199 ext. 6043/6048

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