What We Offer
Customized PBL (Project Based Learning Approach) plan for English language learning
Who Should Join Us
Grades 3-8 students looking ahead to high school or university study in the US
High school students looking ahead to university study in the US
Why Our Classes Are Unique
Project Based Learning Approach to Language Learning in Three Phases
Phase 1: Launching the Project
Students write in a curiosity journal.
Each project is driven by student interest and initial questions
Phase 2: Developing the Project
Students read fiction and non-fiction related to their topic. They learn to take notes that extend their learning. Teachers coach students to ask complex questions that don’t have easy answers.
Students write and present their thoughts in a cohesive 2-4 page essay and meets US Common Core Standards
Phase 3: Sharing Expertise and Going Public
Students present their research and thesis in a 2–4-minute video presentation
How Our Classes Benefit Students
Students learn to think and express themselves in English thus preparing them for success at western independent high school and/or university
All writing strategies and techniques are applicable to current and future writing tasks
Students practice writing skills necessary for TOEFL, HKSE, and IB writing exams
Writing strategies help improve current GPA in international high schools as students learn and meet US Common Core State Standards
Graduates (2 semesters or more) receive a class certificate suitable for inclusion on HS and College applications and teacher recommendation
English Language
Project Based Learning
Authentic Reading & Writing for the Future
How Our Program Works
One-on-One Class:
12 weeks/semester (days and times to be determined)
Each week consist of:
1-on-1 Live session: 50-55 minutes via zoom with an Expert US teacher
Daily 30+- minute customized assignments in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and project-based learning with teacher feedback
Total time= 4-5 hours of instruction + assignments each week
Approximately 50+ hours of instruction and practice/semester
Canvas learning management system for communication, assignment submission, and on-going feedback (email address required)
VPN required
Cost $3500/semester
Small Group Class:
12 weeks/semester (flexible days and times)
Each week consist of:
1:5 teacher : student ratio
Live 1 hour session via zoom with an Expert US teacher
Daily 30+- minute customized assignments in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and project-based learning with teacher feedback
Total time= 4-5 hours of instruction + assignments each week
Approximately 50+ hours of instruction and practice/semester
Canvas learning management system for communication, assignment submission, and on-going feedback (email address required)
VPN required
Cost $2000/semester