An Exploration of the Educational Impact of Arts and Physical Education–Based Programs on the Holistic Development of Migrant Youth : A Case Study of the Dauri Dream Path Growth Camp

Objectives The purpose of this study was to explore the educational effects of an arts- and physical activity–based educational program designed to support the holistic development of migrant-background youth. Methods A mixed-methods design was employed, involving a survey of 202 migrant-background students and in-depth interviews with 20 students, 10 parents, and 10 program staff. Survey data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including means, standard deviations, and positive response rates, while interview data were categorized into cognitive, affective, and social effects through thematic analysis. Results The Dauri Dream Growth Camp demonstrated positive educational effects across multiple domains, including class concentration and self-directed learning attitudes, emotional stability and self-confidence, as well as peer relationships, cooperation, and a sense of community among migrant-background youth. Conclusions This study confirms that arts- and physical activity–based educational programs can serve as effective educational mechanisms for supporting the holistic development of migrant-background youth. In particular, the Dauri Dream Growth Camp was shown to promote learning attitudes, emotional stability, and social relationship formation in an integrated manner, offering practical implications for the design of future community-based educational and arts programs for migrant-background youth.