Guidepost offers children an authentic Montessori summer camp experience in iconic Asian destinations like Bali, Hong Kong, Beijing, and Hangzhou.
Picture this: you walk your child to their summer camp within the tropical setting of a Balinese resort in the morning, then pick them up around noon to explore the cultural side of the Island of the Gods as a family.
Sounds like a dream? What if we told you that this could be a reality for your fam this summer?
Guidepost, a community and network of Montessori parents and educators, is organising summer camps for children aged six months to six years across four beloved Asian destinations this school holiday. This includes Bali, Hong Kong, as well as two locations in China – Beijing and Hangzhou.
But learning in unique overseas environment isn’t the only reason why Guidepost’s summer camps are so popular. Here’s the lowdown on why these camps could be the perfect ones not just for your little one, but for your whole family.
1. It’s the perfect combination of a summer family vacay + summer camp
Instead of planning your family’s calendar to make time for camps and family vacays, Guidepost’s camps allow you to do both at the same time! With four popular summer destinations to choose from, we’d say you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Depending on your chosen camp, there are half and full day options for maximum flexibility. Half day camps range from one to three-and-a-half hours, while full day ones will end in late afternoon so you can enjoy exploring your holiday destination as a family.
2. Kids get to learn, play, and explore iconic destinations with the fam
Guidepost’s camps are held in iconic destinations – one of them is even held within a lush resort!
Guidepost Bali Adventure takes place within the tropical setting of AYANA Estate, a five-star retreat that provides kids with a natural learning environment, as well as some time for rest and relaxation for parents.
Within its home ground in vibrant Hong Kong, parents can choose any of the six locations that’s convenient for them: Causeway Bay, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Discovery Bay, Kennedy Town, and Pok Fu Lam.
For those who plan to spend the holidays in Beijing or Hangzhou, you’re in for a treat as well. In Beijing, kids will get to learn both Mandarin culture and language in a 170 year-old courtyard; whereas those in the Hangzhou camp will do so next to the dreamy West Lake – said to be the most beautiful lake in China.
3. All camp programmes are designed according to the Montessori philosophy
If there’s one thing Guidepost’s camps are known for, it’s its high-fidelity programming with Montessori at heart. Kids get to learn, explore, and focus on their works in unique and beautifully prepared environments. All learning spaces, be it indoors or outdoors, are meticulously made to be comfortable and inviting for kids.
Each Guidepost camp also offers a unique set of programmes that maximises the place it’s set in. For example, the eco-friendly AYANA Estate in Bali offers Guidepost Bali Adventure campers nature and outdoor activities. Guidepost also takes advantage of the resort’s proximity to the beach for lessons about the ocean. The same goes for its China camps, where its culturally-rich setting is used to facilitate activities in exploring Chinese history and culture.
Also worth mentioning is Guidepost Hong Kong’s popular Mini Makers programme that’s made for babies as young as six months, to preschoolers of six years. This is a camp that’s all about creativity, encouraging kids to craft, tinker, and learn. Be it making something new out of recyclables, making music, or toying with clay and dough – there’s lots of room for self-initiated work at these camps.
4. All camps include dual language or Mandarin immersion programmes
Yet another huge pull factor is the dual language and Mandarin immersion programmes that are built into all of Guidepost’s summer camp activities. Kids will benefit from daily English and Mandarin language activities in the Bali and Hong Kong camps; whereas kids as young as 18 months in the China camps will experience full Mandarin immersion.
Camps start running on 3 July 2023!
Sounds like the perfect summer camp for your kid? Hurry up and sign up now, as camps start on 3 July 2023. Here are the deets for each location:
Guidepost Bali Adventure
When: 4 July till 26 August 2023
Where: AYANA Estate, Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Bali.
Ages: Two to six years old
Duration: Half day (8:30am – 11:45am or 2pm – 5.15pm)
Price: USD400 per week
Guidepost Hong Kong
When: 3 July till 5 August 2023
Where: Guidepost schools in Causeway Bay, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Discovery Bay, Kennedy Town, and Pok Fu Lam.
Ages: Six months to six years old (varies by location)
Duration: Varies by location and age group, full schedule here.
Price: Varies by location and age group, complete rates here.
Guidepost at Hujialou (Beijing)
When: 3 July till 25 August 2023
Where: 2 South Hu Jia Lou, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
Ages: 18 months to six years old
Duration: Half day (8:30am – 12pm) or full day (8:30am – 4pm)
Price: RMB3,150 (half day), RMB4,200 (full day) per week
Guidepost at Wansongling (Hangzhou)
When: 3 July till 25 August 2023
Where: No.100-1A Wansongling Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou.
Ages: 18 months to six years old
Duration: Half day (8:30am – 12pm) or full day (8:30am – 4pm)
Price: RMB2,625 (half day), RMB3,500 (full day) per week
*All camp prices are not inclusive of accommodation, flight, and other modes of transportation. Local tax and hotel service charge applies for Guidepost Bali Adventure.
Bonus: Families who sign up for Guidepost Bali Adventure will enjoy exclusive offers should they opt to stay in any of AYANA Estate’s hotels and villas. This includes up to 30% off room with breakfast rates, resort credit up to USD260, free laundry service for two pieces per day, and a free 60-minute aquatonic spa session for two (parents, this is for you!). Full deets here.
Can’t stay for the full camp duration? Fret not, Guidepost allows for a minimum commitment of one week for every camp (minimum of two weeks for Hong Kong’s Mini Makers camps for six months to two year-olds).
Check out Guidepost’s website for all the exciting deets, or sign up directly today! You can contact Guidepost via WhatsApp and email too.
This post is in partnership with Guidepost.
