English Academies
Children attend classes with a teacher and classmates at scheduled times. This works well for children who are more engaged when learning with peers.
Compare Academies and Alternatives →An English Education Guide for Parents of 7-Year-Olds and Elementary School Children
There Are Many Ways to Study English,but the Right Choice for Your ChildIs a Different Matter
From English academies and parent-led English to tablet-based and online English. We have clearly explained only the differences parents need to check.
What Should We Look Into First?Choose a Topic You Are Curious About
Alternatives to English AcademiesStudying at Home Instead of Attending an AcademyParent-Led EnglishSee How to Get Started at HomeTablet-Based EnglishAll-Subject Tablets and English-Specialized TabletsSpeaking and ReadingDeveloping Independent Reading and Supplementing SpeakingPARENT'S PICK
View All Articles →The English Education Concerns Parents Ask About Most These Days
Selection Guide
If Your Child Has Attended an English Academy for Over a Year but Has Made No Progress
Identify the cause before quitting. Three criteria for judging: approach, measurement, and expectations.
01 · Online English Comparison
Online English or Tablet-Based English: The Deciding Factor Is How Much Your Child Speaks
We compare the two formats based on the conditions in which your child begins to speak.
02 · Tablet-Based EnglishHow Are All-Subject Tablets and English-Specialized Tablets Different?
We compare the lesson structure and management methods of the two formats.
LEARNING TYPES
How Are Academies, Parent-Led Learning, and Tablet-Based Learning Different?
You need to consider your child’s disposition and current ability, along with how much time you can devote as a parent.
Parent-Led and At-Home Learning
Children study a set amount each day using learning materials and audio. The effectiveness varies depending on how parents manage the learning.
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Tablet-Based and Online English
Children can repeatedly use videos, audio, and speaking activities at home. It is easy to adjust the pace to the child’s level.
Criteria for Comparing Tablet-Based English →PARENT Q&AWhat Concerns You Most
What Concerns You Most
These Days?
We have organized answers around questions parents frequently ask.
Q1My Child Has Attended an English Academy for Over a Year, but Their Ability Has Not Improved→Q2What Should My Child Start With Now at Each Grade Level?→Q3Can Parents Who Are Not Good at English Teach It at Home?→Q4Which Is the Better Fit, Online English or Tablet-Based English?→Q5My Child Seems to Understand but Does Not Speak. Is It Okay to Wait?→Q6Can My Child Do It Without Me Checking In Every Day?→
AGE & SKILL GUIDE
Choose According to Age and Concern
Read only the articles suited to your child’s age and areas that need improvement.
Age 7 · Preparing for Elementary School
Phonics First? Listening First? Where to Begin
We explain the best order for starting listening, phonics, and speaking.
↗Building HabitsDesigning a Routine That Runs Without Constant Supervision
We look at automating start cues, checking once a week, and a 2-week plan for establishing the routine.
↗Roadmap by GradeGrades 1–2, 3–4, and 5–6: Priorities for Each Stage
We have identified one thing to establish now and one pitfall to avoid at each stage.
↗Strengthening Skill AreasIf Your Child Reads Well but Struggles with Speaking
The pathways for the eyes and the mouth: 3 steps to correct the imbalance.
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OUR STANDARDRather Than the Brand,
Rather Than the Brand,
We Look at How the Lessons Are Conducted
We do not simply say something is good. We consider the advantages and disadvantages of each format and whether your family can sustain it.
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Time the Child Spends Actively StudyingWe look at whether children spend enough time listening, speaking, reading, and writing themselves, rather than listening to explanations.
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Whether Progress and Feedback Actually ConnectWe check whether assessment results are reflected in subsequent learning and in addressing areas that need improvement.
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Whether Your Family Can Keep It UpWe realistically examine the cost, time, and how much parents need to manage.
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Clearly Distinguishing Advertising from InformationWe do not conceal sponsorships, affiliate relationships, or the sources we consulted.