The Study Tour Program serves as a vital component of the curriculum at BNDS.SJS. Designed for students during the intersession—a dedicated academic phase nestled within a single semester, bridging two major academic blocks—it offers immersive travel routes that take learners beyond campus into nature, enriching their experiential learning. While “learning” remains the core objective, “travel” serves as both a bridge and a platform. Through exploration, students extend textbook knowledge while cultivating resilience and character.  The Study Tour Program empowers students to grow into visionary, open-minded, and globally aware individuals, instilling in them a profound sense of responsibility and mission—qualities that forge the pillars of the nation and the backbone of its people.

During summer and winter vacations, students select their preferred routes and research topics based on the school's preview of study tour programs. They either form groups with peers or conduct independent research, thoroughly preparing for their learning journeys through materials such as promotional posters, project proposals, and presentation slides.

Pre-Trip Research丨Preparation as the Foundation of Learning

Each day's itinerary in the study tour program is meticulously designed by teachers. Through various experiential learning activities, students remain highly engaged, avoiding superficial "sightseeing-style" tours and ensuring learning remains the core focus. Notably, some exclusive learning bases inaccessible to the general public have been successfully secured through teachers' relentless negotiations, transforming these mysterious educational venues into unforgettable learning spaces that leave lasting impressions on students.

On the Road丨Your Dedication Creates the Finest Scenery

The students explored the latest drone technology at DJI.

Post-Tour Summary丨Learning Outcomes Exhibition

Students from the Sichuan route visited the world-shocking ruins of Xuankou Middle School in Wenchuan from the "5.12 Earthquake," paying tribute to the victims and martyrs who heroically sacrificed themselves during the disaster relief efforts through solemn bows and salutes to express their mourning.

Building Character and Nurturing Souls丨Roaming Ideological and Political Education

The students experienced the intelligent manufacturing of future engineers at Shanghai Guangwei Electric Group, where they toured modern automated production workshops with robotic systems.

The "Roaming Ideological and Political Education" serves as a vital component of BNDS.SJS's study tour curriculum. Students transitioned from classroom learning to outdoor exploration, tracing the legacy of revolutionary spirit, experiencing diverse local cultures, and witnessing world-renowned developmental achievements. They visited revolutionary sites, examined historical artifacts, listened to stories of revolutionary struggles, and internalized the Red Spirit, committing to shoulder the responsibilities of their generation.

By delivering "Roaming Ideological and Political Education" that articulates profound truths through real-world experiences, this innovative approach makes ideological education more tangible, vivid, and impactful. It empowers students to grow through exploration, allowing their youth to blossom brilliantly in the crucible of real-world practice.

The students learned Kunqu Opera singing excerpts.

During their study tour, the students listened attentively to explanations, actively completed their tour manuals and tasks. Their focused learning demeanor formed a unique landscape of intellectual pursuit.

Students on the Henan route visited the Red Flag Canal, listening to stories behind this monumental engineering project. They personally experienced the arduous labor of its builders by pushing wheelbarrows and wielding sledgehammers.

Students from the Nanjing-Yangzhou route visited the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. This silent historical monument deepened their understanding of the Chinese nation’s unyielding spirit amid suffering, reminding them to always remember history, honor the victims, and cherish peace.

Students on the Suzhou-Jiaxing route visited the Nanhu Revolutionary Memorial Hall in Jiaxing. Together, they sang Without the Communist Party, There Would Be No New China, reviewed the early history of the Communist Party of China, studied the CPC's founding spirit and the Red Boat Spirit, inherited revolutionary traditions, and ignited patriotic fervor and social responsibility.

Students from the Shaanxi route visited the Eighth Route Army Xi’an Office. By closely observing historical artifacts, they gained a deep understanding of the revolutionary era’s fighting spirit. They pledged to learn from the Eighth Route Army soldiers’ patriotism, love their country, and study diligently for its prosperity.

Students on the Shanghai route visited the site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the Sihang Warehouse Memorial Hall. Stepping into the birthplace of the Communist Party of China, they absorbed the fearless and tenacious spirit of its members, retracing the arduous journey of the Communist Party of China's century-long struggle.

After returning from their study tour, students collaborated within their groups to compile observations, reflections, and insights gained during their journeys. They conducted extensive research, finalized their project outcomes, and presented their findings in class. Their chosen topics spanned both breadth and depth, with the final deliverables serving as tangible evidence of their academic growth.

At BNDS.SJS, the study tour program has been voted by students as one of "My Favorite Courses." Equipped with research questions, students step beyond campus to seek answers amid the nation’s magnificent landscapes, broadening their horizons through immersive experiences. Embracing the ethos of "Reading ten thousand books and traveling ten thousand miles," these learning-focused mobile classrooms empowered students to achieve holistic growth through the integration of knowledge and practice!

Contributors: Dai Junhua, All Study Tour Routes

Layout: Guo Xiang

Reviewer: Luo Yixiao