Lunar New Year Camp
Make this Lunar New Year unforgettable with unique learning experiences at Guidepost Montessori. Your child will immerse in a whirlwind of festivities as we blend the magic of Lunar New Year celebrations with enchanting carnival traditions.
Yearly Camp Package (Exclusive to Hong Kong Camps only):
- 5% savings for internal Guidepost families
- 5% savings for Early Bird registrations until January 18, 2026 (Sunday) for Lunar New Year Camp
- 5% savings when enrolling with a friend who has not previously joined any Guidepost programs
- 5% savings when booking 10 to 14 camp days
Kindly note that savings can be added up to a maximum of 20% per child registration. Early bird discounts are available for the respective camps.
Six Incredible Locations to Explore
Discover details for each of our Lunar New Year offerings below and find the right fit for your family's plans during this break. We offer regional camps at Guidepost schools in Bali, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Xian and Hong Kong. Our Bali camp is a great option for families traveling during the holiday period, sure to create lasting memories for your child and the whole family.
Hong Kong: Year of the Horse
Program for children up to 6 years old
Join the festivities as we welcome the Lunar New Year with a week full of culture, color, and celebration! Children will learn about zodiac animals, practice grace and courtesy through festive traditions, prepare simple Chinese snacks, create lion dance props, and participate in a joyful end-of-week parade. A wonderful way to build cultural awareness and community spirit.
Schedule: February 11-13, 16 & 20, 2026 (daily enrollment)
Montessori Together Crawlers (accompanied, up to 12 months)
- Locations: Happy Valley Sing Woo Road, Mid-Levels & Repulse Bay
- Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Montessori Together Walkers (accompanied, up to 18 months)
- Locations: Happy Valley Sing Woo Road, Mid-Levels & Repulse Bay
- Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Little Campers (unaccompanied, 2 to 6 years)
- Locations: Kennedy Town, Mid-Levels, Repulse Bay & Sai Kung
- Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM - 4:00PM
Hong Kong: Lunar New Year Camp @ AIP
Academy of Innovation Primary School
Program for children ages 6 to 12 years old
Rooted in culture and storytelling, this camp explores the rich traditions of Lunar New Year. Students will learn the stories of the zodiac animals, take part in festive customs, and discover the science behind the lunar calendar. Blending history, astronomy, and creativity, this camp connects timeless traditions with hands-on exploration.
- Schedule: February 11-13, 16 & 20, 2025 (daily enrollment)
- Time: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
Guangzhou: Little Guardians of Cantonese Culture
Programs for children ages 1.5 to 6 years old
Guidepost at Science City
Date (Weekly Enrollment): February 9-13, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Toddler Program:
Experience the rhythm of Cantonese life through nursery rhymes and cultural play. Children engage in Montessori work cycles, outdoor movement, and themed cultural activities—awakening the senses and building early bonds with local traditions.
Children’s House Program:
Our Children's House program seamlessly blends authentic Montessori education with immersive cultural experiences, offering young learners a structured daily journey that starts with Montessori work cycle and outdoor gross motor activities in the morning, followed by afternoon activities including Cantonese nursery rhymes and fingerplays, hands-on Guangzhou cultural programs, and specialized courses in English mathematics, science, arts, and music—all designed to foster academic growth while deepening connections to Cantonese heritage within a nurturing, child-centered environment.
Dive deeper into Cantonese heritage with daily cultural themes:
- Mon – Health & Wellness: Become Little Herbalists of Canton
- Tue – Cantonese Heritage: Lion dance drumming & movement
- Wed – Food Culture: Hands-on rice noodle roll making
- Thu – Cantonese Arts: Stained-glass window crafting
- Fri – Cultural Immersion: Architectural symbolism & ceramic art
Afternoons include specialized English-enriched courses in math, science, art, and music.
*Flight & accommodation not included
Hangzhou: Song Dynasty Explorers
Programs for children ages 1.5 to 6 years old
Guidepost at Wansongling
Date (Weekly Enrollment): February 9-13, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Our Hangzhou camp offers a perfect blend of authentic Montessori education and deep immersion in the elegant Song Dynasty culture. Each day features our signature Montessori work cycle, outdoor gross motor development, and themed circle times that introduce children to Hangzhou's rich heritage. Through our specialized Song Dynasty Culture Program, young learners experience the artistic refinement and philosophical wisdom of this golden age in Chinese history. The program includes hands-on cultural activities and afternoon themed cycles that bring classical learning to life. Children will engage in tea ceremonies, traditional craft-making, and cultural explorations that foster both academic growth and meaningful connections to China's profound historical legacy.
Travel back to the elegant Song Dynasty in the poetic city of Hangzhou. Each day unveils a new facet of Jiangnan culture:
- Mon – Tea Whisking: Song-style tea ceremony & mindfulness
- Tue – Umbrella Art: Oil-paper umbrella crafting & storytelling
- Wed – Ancient Currency: Coin rubbing & traditional money crafts
- Thu – Grand Canal: Engineering wonders & waterway history
- Fri – Silk Museum: Field study on silk & trade legacy
*Flight & accommodation not included
Shanghai: Mandarin Immersion Journey
Programs for children ages 1.5 to 3.5 years old
Step into a serene Mandarin-speaking environment led by native Montessori guides. In the heart of Shanghai’s inspiring natural landscapes, young children absorb language naturally through purposeful work, songs, storytelling, and seasonal explorations—building early communication skills and cultural familiarity in a nurturing, immersive setting.
Date (Weekly Enrollment): February 9-13, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Guidepost Montessori Zixia Road, Guidepost Montessori Dongxiu Road, Guidepost Montessori Dongming Road & Guidepost Montessori Duhui Road
*Flight & accommodation not included
Xi’an: Guardians of Ancient Chang’an
Programs for children ages 1.5 to 6 years old
Guidepost Montessori Dazhai Road
Date (Weekly Enrollment): February 9-13, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Our Xi'an camp seamlessly integrates authentic Montessori education with immersive exploration of the ancient Chang'an culture. Each day begins with our signature Montessori work cycle and outdoor gross motor activities, followed by Themed Circle Time that introduces children to the wonders of China's historic capital. Through our specially designed Chang'an Culture Program, young explorers discover the rich heritage of the Silk Road era, complemented by hands-on experiences. Afternoons feature engaging themed activities including traditional games, classical music, imperial art projects, and STEAM challenges inspired by ancient Chinese innovations – creating a perfect harmony of historical appreciation and contemporary learning.
Unearth the wonders of the ancient Silk Road capital through hands-on historical adventures daily:
- Mon – Huamo Making: Culinary heritage & dough sculpting
- Tue – Clay Whistles: Folk art & sculpting traditions
- Wed – Tang Sancai Glazing: Ceramic art & color discovery
- Thu – Qin-Han Wall Building: Collaborative ancient architecture
- Fri – Terracotta Warriors: Excavation role-play & Silk Road drama
*Flight & accommodation not included
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